Discover Your Inner Zen: A Women’s Wellness Retreat in Central Vietnam
Hue, Hoi An, and the white sands of Da Nang on Vietnam’s famed Central Coast
February 17–28, 2025
Welcome to a transformative journey in Central Vietnam, where lush jungles meet pristine beaches, and ancient culture intertwines with modern luxury. Our all-women’s wellness retreat is designed to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit through a blend of cultural richness, holistic practices, and community connection. Join us in the jungle and white sand beaches for a retreat that promises not only to rejuvenate your body and mind, but also to enrich your soul with unforgettable experiences and lasting connections. Rediscover yourself in a place where every sunrise brings new possibilities and every sunset marks a day well spent in harmony and joy.
What to look forward to?
A Cultural Odyssey: Vietnam is a land of profound beauty and cultural depth. From the bustling markets and ancient temples to the serene landscapes of the Perfume River, every moment in Vietnam is steeped in history and tradition. During our retreat, you’ll explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, embark on a sunset dragon boat ride, and engage with the local culture through farm-to-table culinary experiences.
Holistic Wellness: Our retreat incorporates daily yoga and tai chi sessions to promote physical and mental well-being. Yoga enhances flexibility, strength, and mindfulness, while tai chi, an ancient Chinese martial art, focuses on slow, deliberate movements and breath control, fostering a deep sense of inner peace. Practicing these disciplines amidst Vietnam’s serene natural settings, amplifies their benefits and allows you to fully disconnect from daily stresses and reconnect with your inner self.
Scenic Splendors: Unwind in serene bungalows nestled in lush greenery, and relax on white sand beaches in opulent villas. These stunning environments provide the perfect backdrop for introspection, enhancing the retreat’s focus on holistic wellness - not to mention the wide variety of spa treatments available and included daily!
A Community of Empowered Women: Globally, we are experiencing significant shifts that encourage introspection, growth, and connection. In these transformative times, being part of a supportive community is more important than ever to discover personal strengths and unlock new potentials. Our retreat offers a unique opportunity to bond with like-minded women, share experiences, and support each other’s journeys.
Dreamy Experiences Await…
Find peace in our serene 5-star bungalows, surrounded by lush jungle greenery, and then you will have a change of scenery to the tranquility of white sand beaches and lush tropical greenery views from your opulent villa.
Start each day with yoga and tai chi, followed by two daily rejuvenating spa treatments.
Experience the local coffee and food culture with organic farming, cooking classes, and sharing a meal with locals.
Participate in inspiring creativity sessions that unleash your inner artist, including custom tailoring sessions to explore your unique style and finding your voice and MBP’s very own Cabaret.
Embark on a sunset boat ride down the Perfume River and visit to Huế, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the Nguyen Dynasty emperors and the national capital until 1945.
Dive deep into your subconscious with daily Social Dreaming, a guided and collective dream exploration experience.
Look inward on onward with one coaching session with Dr. Leslee Brown and Dr. Stéphanie Larchanché
Who is this for?
Rejuvenate, revive, re-energize. This is more than a vacation, it's a transformative journey open to any person who identifies as a woman, who’s seeking wellness and rediscovery.
Third times the charm
MBP returns to Vietnam by popular demand, and we’re pleased to be heading back to these beautiful lands for a moment of introspection and connection. This retreat offers a unique opportunity to bond with like-minded women, share knowledge, and support each other’s journeys, no matter one’s background. Join us and shake off the familiar motions of your daily life.
Your travel hosts…
Dr. Leslee Brown, PhD
Dr. Brown, founder of Mind Body Passport, designs and leads international trips for mental-health professionals. She is passionate about weaving disciplines of psychology, culture, art, psychoanalysis and social dreaming. Her travels make her a proponent for personal growth and learning through new cultural perspectives on life. She served as the Director of International Seminars and Gastprofessor at The Sigmund Freud University, Vienna. Dr. Brown was in private practice for twenty years and has been an assistant professor at The Chicago School and Director of Centers for International Studies. Leslee lives and works part-time in Los Angeles, part-time in Paris, and the rest of the time is traveling the world.
Dr. Stéphanie Larchanché, PhD
Dr. Stéphanie Larchanché is a medical anthropologist and psychotherapist who’s studies focused on issues of immigration, identity, and mental health. She carried out fieldwork at specialized mental healthcare institutions for immigrant populations. Following her renowned collaboration with the Centre Minkowska in Paris, she holds a private practice, today. Larchanché authored a book entitled Cultural Anxieties: Managing Migrant Suffering in France (2020), an ethnography building on her ten-year experience as an anthropologist and therapist. She also dedicates her time with France’s leading non-profit for linguistic interpreters in public institutions.
Cost & Payment Plans
Save $400 Book your dream escape now for $3970 Pay in full (regular price $4370).
Lodging: Both double-shared and single rooms are available during the trips. Lodging with other MBP participants is a great way to immerse yourself in the collective experience. For those who prefer single accommodations, an additional single room supplement of $1549 is required. If there are no double-shared rooms available, you will need to incur the single room supplement.
Payment plan: $750 deposit + 6 monthly payments of $625
Want to continue the journey? We’re offering a 4-day/3-night add-on in Hanoi (see full itinerary for details). Add-on price is an additional $1225 for double room accommodation or $1620 for a single room accommodation.
Spread the word! For each traveler who joins via your reference, you will receive a $200 discount on your next trip. If this will be your second time joining us in Vietnam, please contact us to receive a $300 discount on your trip.
Questions? info@mindbodypassport.com
Accreditation
Mind Body Passport Inc. is approved by the California Psychological Association to provide continuing professional education for psychologists. Mind Body Passport maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
Mind Body Passport Inc. is also recognized as a CAMFT approved Continuing Education Provider. Certificates are awarded upon successful course completion.
Health & Safety
The safety and well-being of MBP participants and team is of paramount importance to us. We require participants to be fully vaccinated with CDC-approved immunizations.
Refunds
MBP upholds their participants to have travel insurance, in case of any health related concerns, travel delay or changes. Insurance must cover personal injury, medical treatment, repatriation, and evacuation expenses. We also recommend that the insurance cover personal property and “cancel for any reason” coverage. Trip cancellation insurance may be the only means of receiving reimbursement for flights and other non-refundable expenses in the event the trip is canceled, postponed, interrupted, or rescheduled, for any reason, by you or us.
Once fees are paid, absent MBP’s approval in its sole discretion, no refunds will be issued. We reserve the right to cancel any trip or any portion thereof for any reason it deems appropriate including, but not limited to, low enrollment numbers, political instability, and/or health concerns.