Accommodations

We will be staying at the Hotel Pavlos at Triopetra Beach, a family-run property offering authentic Cretan hospitality. All rooms include private bath, air conditioning, and balconies with ocean views. There is a Yoga Room on-site, where all the sessions will be held. The hotel is recognized for it’s authentic food, offering outdoor dining that provides magnificent views of the Sea and sunsets. The property is situated just steps away from the beach, where members of the hotel will find free umbrellas and sunbeds available for use.

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Travel Information

There are several European cities that offer nonstop flights to Heraklion Airport in Crete. The airport is about a 2 hour drive to Triopetra (ground transportation to and from Heraklion Airport will be provided and is included in the package price). If traveling from the U.S. or outside of Europe, a stopover in either Athens or another European city may be necessary. Guests should schedule to check-in at the hotel on Saturday, July 26th after 12 noon. Check-out and departure will be after breakfast or by 12 noon on Saturday, August 2nd. Should you wish to extend your trip, Crete offers a wide selection of tourist attractions with highlights that include the beautiful Port of Chania, the Venetian Fortress in Rethymnon, the legendary archaeological site of Knossos, and the Gorge of Samaria. Should you need assistance with your flights, please feel free to contact us for suggestions.

We highly recommend securing Travel Insurance for your trip.
There are numerous options and we suggest Seven Corners

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We will be using Remo frame drums and appreciate their kind support for this Retreat. You can visit them at www.remo.com

Private Instruction (Optional)

Drumming lessons in a small group setting are optional and available at an additional cost. Instruction is available on different drums including the Tabla, Mridangam, and Ghatam. Each 45 minute class will include no more than 3 students. For participants interested in reserving a space, it is necessary to sign up prior to arrival.

Samir Chatterjee (tabla instructor)
V. Suresh (ghatam and mridangam instructor)

3 classes, 45 min. ($200)
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6 classes, 45min. ($350)

To Register a deposit of $300 per person is required along with a completed Registration Form and Waiver Release.  The remaining balance is due 60 days prior to the Retreat.  Should you need to cancel, all Deposits are 100% refundable up to 90 Days prior to commencement of the Retreat.  Please note that payments may not be refunded if cancellation occurs within 60 days of the Retreat.  (Please consult our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy for complete details).

To register or receive an application, please contact us.