When Vexa went to Mykonos
Five days in May.
A beautiful villa.
The best group of women.
Movement, mindfulness, and meals made from vegetables so fresh they were still warm from the sun.
Because self-care is more than a solo bubble bath and a glass of red-wine. It’s realizing that time spent with good people, surrounded by breathtaking nature, a little bit of sweating, smiling, breathing and indulging in a fine mix of wellness and wellbeing… is the ultimate reset.
So, what happens when nine women from six different countries come together on a wellness adventure in Greece?
Let us show you.
Welcome circle with a view.
The ladies arrived at our villa (@villajoymykonos), greeted by honey-rosemary spritz mocktails and an Aegean Sea so blue we actually couldn’t believe our eyes. Throughout the days we opened up, sharing how, and more importantly why, we each found ourselves on this island.
Greek feasts followed, served family-style, laughter spilling into the night (sometimes tears), until we finally drifted off to sleep in rooms with spectacular views. Over the next five days, every day carried a new intention. Movement, meals, and moments of reflection were all put together to align with each theme.
RESTART & RESET
REIMAGINE & REFINE
REVITALIZE & REWILD
RECONNECT & REVIVE
RECLAIM & RESTORE
RESTED & READY
(it’s all about the re-things)
Mindfulness & Movement – Emilie led our group through two classes everyday, combining yoga, breath, meditation, functional fitness, pilates and weightlifting with a sprinkle of her own magic. In addition to the movement classes two workshops were held – “How to Refine your Reset” - The Vexa Wellness series pt. 1, and “Integration, the less-spoken-about kind of healing” The Vexa Wellness series pt. 2.
And there is a fine line between wellness and well-being – we wanted a bit of both. So that’s why we made sure to include a sailing trip on a catamaran (hey hot greek captain), and sunset dinner at the worlds best beach club Scorpios (hey amazing music and vibes).
Three hours of mindful movement and mindfulness a day led by Emilie.
Daily plates and dining experiences prepared with love and care by Vilde.
Salted Lime Soda after a sweaty sesh with Emilie by the pool. Thank you so much to Supernature for sponsoring us with the best superfood and drinks🤍
Because a retreat isn’t about pushing harder on a yoga mat, lifting heavier weights, or endlessly chasing the extraordinary (or – yes this might be a part of a retreat, but not everything). It is also about slowing down and get a break from your everyday life, to reset your body, head and heart, to get back home filled with inspiration and a body battery at 100%.
And between the sweat, the swims, and the shared plates of fresh vegetables, cheese and olives, all beside the pool looking out over the sea, something very beautiful happened. The conversations deepened and strangers became sisters in a matter of hours. We realized that connection isn’t just part of the retreat — it is the retreat. Connection to each other, to the the beautiful island of Mykonos, to our bodies, to our heads and hearts.
We came home with new friends, a tan, and a few memory cards packed with moments we’ll treasure forever. The first Vexa retreat is over – and just the beginning of our little wellness adventure.
Now, we reset, restore, and reflect, ready for whatever’s next.
With love,
Vilde & Emilie 🧿
