EXPERIENCES WORTH EXPLORING
SUMMER IN GREECE RETREAT
CONSCIOUS CREATIVE LIVING PRESENTS
SUMMER IN GREECE
July 12 - 17, 2025 | Mykonos Island, Greece
**** ONE ROOM LEFT (SINGLE OR DOUBLE OCCUPANCY) ****
ABOUT THIS RETREAT
In a private set of villas that enjoy panoramic views over the bohemian Agios Sostis beach and trendy Panormos bay, we retreat with like-spirited friends in honor of harmonizing our own true nature through personal and cultural exploration.
Join Alex Sheppard + Lisa Vortman for a one-of-a-kind Conscious Creative Retreat that encompasses well-rounded and expansive sense of living!
Space is limited on this retreat due to the intimate nature of the venue - register to save your spot !
WHAT’S INCLUDED :
Port pick up and drop-off transportation
5 nights in a shared villa
Personal chef for breakfast and lunch or dinner daily
Two Yoga classes daily
Yoga Workshops
Guided journaling
Photography + Photo workshops
Ecstatic dance
Visit to the local village
Beach excursions
Free time
Beautiful new friendships
Travel tips + guidance
WhatsApp Group Connection
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED :
Air or boat travel
Additional activities; Massages, Boat Excursions, Island transportation
WHY MYKONOS
Mykonos is known as the “Island of the Winds” and is located at the heart of the Cyclades. It is perhaps more broadly known for its exceptional beaches, award-winning restaurants, legendary parties, expensive yachts, dreamy villas, luxury hotels and 5-star service…
We found and fell in love with Mykonos Dunes + Villas during our 2024 visit and are excited to bring a group back to retreat in this place. This retreat will invite both a classic “Greece Summer” experience, as well as an oasis for rest + rejuvenation. Our Home for the retreat is tucked-back enough from the town that you can step away from the noise and savor the expansive elements that surround you but close enough that you can easily pop into town if you are in the mood to dance, shop or explore.
NOTABLE DISTANCES . . .
Walkable
Agios Sostis Beach : 0.3 mile
Panormos Beach : 0.6 miles
Driving
Mykonos Airport: 4,9 miles
Mykonos Town/ Port: 3,7 miles
Ano Mera Village: 5,5 miles
INSIDE the VILLAs
SILVER DUNE — $4,000.00 per room (Single or SHARED) ~ 1 room left !~
** ShareD rates are $2,000 per person. Please note you will be sharing a double-sized bed.
This stylish villa combines contemporary design, traditional Cycladic architecture and incredible views of the natural surroundings.
It consists of three bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms, a/c , flat screen TVs and private verandas. The bedrooms are all placed on separate levels ensuring privacy and comfort for all guests.
On the main level there is a large living–dining area with fireplace and a complete entertainment station.
The first bedroom, a few steps above the entrance level, opens to a balcony with breathtaking views.
Downstairs there is another double bedroom with a private terrace, ideal for romantic evenings.
On the top floor the large double bedroom offers amazing views from the balcony and access to another terrace, perfect for private sunbathing.
WHITE DUNE — 3,600.00 per room (Single or SHARED) - SOLD OUT
This is a newly-built, semi-detached house. The house offers a pleasant sitting and dining area and two double ensuite bedrooms with great views over the sea and the pool- located on different levels ensuring privacy for the guests. The house has a modern fully equipped kitchen, laundry and a great terrace for al fresco dining and lounging next to the pool.
** Option to add two extra guests in the sofa-beds so long as all guests in the villa consent. Please inquire for sofa-bed bookings.
VILLA IDYLLE - 3,000.00 per room (Single or SHARED) - SOLD OUT
The villa has two double en-suite bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a built in bbq and comfortable outdoor space for dining and lounging.
** Option to add two extra guests in the sofa-beds so long as all guests in the villa consent. Please inquire for sofa-bed bookings.
MEET YOUR HOSTS
Alexandra Sheppard (she/her)
Alex always had an appreciation for movement but will never forget the particular spark she found in her first yoga class in 2007, while in college as a BFA student in Dance. After graduating from college she moved to New York to pursue her professional dance career. During her time in NYC Alex had the pleasure of dancing with many talented artists as well as continuing her exploration of movement in various trainings and certifications; Yoga (certified 2010), Mat Pilates (certified 2010), Strength and Conditioning (certified 2014), as well as Functional Range Conditioning (certified 2016). During her time in New York she also began exploring the art of cooking. She became a personal chef and retreat chef. Alex loved her 8-year stint in New York and for the many ways it provided her with new skills. She now lives in Oakland with her husband, fur babies and son; Finley. After spending time rooting into her Homelife and applying her certifications through her work as a yoga, pilates and dance teacher, she is excited to start leading retreats again pouring her vast knowledge into opportunities for guests to experience a uniquely creative sense of adventure.
LISA VORTMAN (SHE/HER)
Lisa is a dynamic leader who cultivates the art of giving time—to oneself, to others, and to the art of living. With nearly two decades as a photographer and producer, she is skilled as supporting individuals and brands through honest self expression. Her gift for shifting perspectives allows her to find beauty and potential in everything.
In 2014, yoga became a vital part of her creative practice. After earning her 200-hour certification in 2016, she began leading retreats to help others embody self-trust and connection to their true nature. Her work took a new dimension after receiving the 2023 SXSW Award for Community Service for *Paint the Void*, a historical art project launched in 2020. This inspired her to pursue an Art Therapy certification and merge her passions for yoga and creativity, leading to the evolution of Conscious Creative Living as you find it now.
Lisa will complete her 300-hour yoga certification in June 2025 and looks forward to deepening her retreat offerings with more extensive teachings in movement, meditation, Yin yoga, and philosophy.
CONSCIOUS CREATIVE LIVING - GREEK ISLAND
CONSCIOUS CREATIVE LIVING PRESENTS
THE ISLAND EDITION
September 28 - October 3, 2025 | Koufonisia Island, Greece
INTERESTED IN JOINING US FOR A WEEK ON OUR FAVORITE GREEK ISLAND?
Fill out this interest form and we will send you details including room availability and rates.
Retreat program and details coming soon !
INSIDE YOUR ISLAND HOME
Villa Dias (3336 sq ft villa) (6-10 people)
Main level: living room with fireplace, comfortable set of built-in sofas, a 3 seater sofa, home cinema and sat TV;
a nice & comfortable dining room;
fully equipped open plan kitchen;
2 double bedrooms en-suite; 1 bedroom with two single beds en suite. Sleep 6 people. All bedrooms have sea view, air condition, a French door with a screen sieve, bedside tables, desk/dressing table, wardrobe, drawers, sat TV, DVD player, safe box, telephone, internet.
Lower level: 1 bedroom en suite which sleeps 4 people. It is a small suite and has a queen size bed and two twin beds.
gym area (electric gym runner, magnetic bicycle, multi-use equipment for 30 types of exercises using weights, abdominal bench, gym mat, Pilates ball, step and ping pong (table with racquets) and
SPA area (sauna, hammam, jacuzzi),
laundry room.
Villa Aris (3336 sq ft villa) (6-9 people)
Main level: living room with fireplace, two comfortable 3 seater sofas, home cinema and sat TV;
a nice & comfortable dining room;
fully equipped open plan kitchen;
2 double bedrooms en-suite; 1 bedroom with two single beds en suite. Sleep 6 people. All bedrooms have sea view, air condition, a French door with a screen sieve, bedside tables, desk/dressing table, wardrobe, drawers, sat TV, DVD player, safe box, telephone, internet.
Lower level: 1 bedroom en suite which sleeps 3 people. It is a small suite and has a queen size bed and one single bed.
gym area (electric gym runner, magnetic bicycle, multi-use equipment for 30 types of exercises using weights, abdominal bench, gym mat, Pilates ball, step and ping pong (table with racquets) and
SPA area (sauna, hammam, jacuzzi),
laundry room.
THE PURPOSEFUL ARTIST RETREAT in greece
CONSCIOUS CREATIVE LIVING PRESENTS
THE PURPOSEFUL ARTIST
An immersive creative retreat
to strengthen and expand our roles as artists.
The Purposeful Artist offers a comprehensive, multidisciplinary experience through its curation of guests and creative practices—writing, movement, photography, painting, and storytelling—for an in depth exploration of the creative process. This is not only about creating; it’s about connecting with other artists in a land alive with curiosity and potential.
While many retreats are held amidst peak seasons in bustling locations, we’ve intentionally chosen Greece during the off-season—a time when the landscape quiets and the deeper magic of the place reveals itself. With fewer distractions and a slower pace, this retreat creates a space for true artistic immersion, where you can listen to your own creative rhythm and explore freely.
We harmonize daily offerings with free time to support your intuition and authentic creative flow.
WHAT’S INCLUDED (everything is optional) :
7 Nights in private, fully equipped Villas overlooking the island.
Each Villa has its own private pool overlooking the sea
Private Chef for daily shared meals
24/7 access to kitchens
Shared open air spaces
Yoga / Meditation Deck
24/7 Art Studio + Art Supply Kit
Island Excursions
Movement practices
Guided Meditations
Guided Journaling
Creative Prompts
Photography
Podcast Features
Free time
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:
Travel Costs (flights + ferries)
Additional Activities: Nearby Island Visits, Boating, Massage Treatments
An Example of daily offerings:
Morning Rituals & Inspiration
- Sunrise meditation & breathwork to set creative intentions
- Embodied movement & inversions to awaken the body and mind
- Morning Refreshments and light bites
Creative Immersion & Reflection
- Guided journaling session: Exploring the Inner Landscape
- Multi-disciplinary creative workshop (e.g., intuitive painting, visual storytelling, or writing practice)
- Intentional solitude
- Brunch with fresh, nourishing local ingredients with group discussion
Afternoon Exploration & Play
- Curated local experiences— explorations, ancient ruins, seaside creations or learning from local artisans
- Free time for personal creative projects or resting near the pool with incredible views of the island
Evening Integration & Connection
- Sunset movement and meditations + circle
- A wholesome dinner with community conversations
- Evening Activities, prompts or personal time
CONTINUATION — We’ll uplift your artistry through on-location podcasts, photography and video to share your perspectives and celebrate you with a group show after the retreat. (more on this later…)
ABOUT THE HOSTS
NORA BRUHN, ARTIST + FACILITATOR
Nora’s purpose is to serve as a bridge—a reminder that we live in an interconnected world. We are nature, and we are never truly alone. With one foot in San Francisco and the other in the forests, deserts, and waterways of California, she draws wisdom from the natural world to fuel her art. Nora’s creative practice revolves around painting large-scale community murals, often featuring flowers bathed in dramatic lighting. She emphasizes the texture, transparency, and contours of each petal, carefully blending each hue she discovers in nature’s palette. Her compositions highlight the most captivating qualities of the flowers, offering viewers an immersive experience.
Her heart finds its home at the crossroads of community, art, and nature. As the owner and operator of The Nest, a community art space in San Francisco, she facilitates experiences such as the Smell Tour, Moon Circles, painting workshops, and other cultural events. Nora is deeply passionate about the unique and beautiful gift of life, and she strives to remind others of the rare privilege it is to be alive in this moment.
LISA VORTMAN, CREATOR + COACH
Lisa is a vivacious leader who advocates for giving time; to our Self, to others and to the Art of living. Lisa has worked over a decade as a professional Photographer alongside passionate individuals and brands to help amplify honest expression for better connection with customers. A lot of that work is rooted in the quest to clarify “What are you providing, what needs to be expressed in the moment” with the understanding that is is always shifting and changing. One of Lisa’s greatest assets is her ability to shift perspectives and see true beauty and potential in just about everyone and everything.
In 2014 Lisa discovered yoga as a vital practice for living creatively. As her own understanding of consciousness and wellbeing evolved, so did her vision for shared experiences. She began leading local and international creative and yoga retreats in 2014 and has built an incredible expertise in providing space for exploration so that others can give time to strengthening self-trust and connection to their own true nature, ultimately allowing them a shift in how to move forward better aligned and connected.
Lisa infuses the insights found from her own experiences while holding space and guidance of other’s curiosities and unique path. She is a 500 hr certified Yoga Teacher, the Director of a highly-reputable photographers nationwide organization and was co-founder of Paint the Void in 2020, which won the SXSW Award for Community Service. Founder of Conscious Creative Living, she is lit up by the clarity in direction this work is moving in. There is much ahead, and collaboration — working with other incredible thinkers and feelers — is the best part of it all !
2025 END OF YEAR RETREAT, MEXICO
CONSCIOUS CREATIVE LIVING PRESENTS
IMMERSE + INTEGRATE
led by Lisa Vortman + Sophia Mallie
6th ANNUAL YOGA + CREATIVE RETREAT
PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO
THIS RETREAT HAS PROVEN ITSELF TO BE ABSOLUTELY UNMATCHED !
Due to its secluded location and thoughtful program design this is the perfect retreat for “dropping in”; for personal or career reflection and development as well as deep rest and rejuvenation.
We choose to continue this end of year tradition for it’s incredible value of processing all that transpired over the course of a year, and collect insight for how we want to shift or apply ourselves in the year ahead.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Everything is optional and created to support YOU.
7 Nights in a Palapa of your choosing, double or single occupancy available.
Transportation to and from the Airport, by private shuttle and private boat.
Meditation and Yoga offerings twice a day, mats and props provided.
Nutritious breakfast, lunch and dinners daily. Supportive of special diets.
Private beach access and Pool Lounge with separate Bar and Menu available.
Hiking excursion to nearby waterfall.
Guided Journaling
Art Therapy
Photography Workshops
Aerial Yoga
Sound Healing
LOTS of Free time with options for additional activities hosted by locals
Beach Bonfire, Karaoke Night + Salsa Dancing
WhatsApp Community + ongoing connections
Additional activities available; Spa Services including massage and facials, boat excursions, water sports, surfing, temazcal (sweat lodge), ice baths, private photography sessions and more.
** Your flights and additional activities not included in your retreat cost.
“The Immerse & Integrate retreat has served as a beautiful way to integrate the past year and clear the channels for what wants to be welcomed into the coming year for me these past two years. In this beautifully nurtured, lovingly intentional container my mind and nervous system have space to settle, and the retreat connections I’ve made have been above and beyond anything I could have hoped for. It has been such a soul-nourishing gift to come on retreat to Xinalani with Lisa and Sophia these past two years. I can’t imagine a more ideal way to close out the year than to join together in lovely, open-hearted community on the magical land of Xinalani.”
OUR retreat venue
AWARDED their MICHELIN KEY IN 2024 !
XINALANI (pronounced sheen-uh-lawn-ee) is a highly sought after yoga center in Puerto Vallarta, intentionally designed for wellness, transformation and personal growth.
Nestled in a lush tropical jungle overlooking a wide pristine beach you’ll find yourself in a secluded experience unlike any other. The yoga studios, suites and common areas are open-air concepts to promote harmony and integration with the natural landscape which was originally settled by Nahuatl tribes. Xinalani, from the Nahuatl word Xinaloani meaning "seed", is a sacred place that supports our mission to plant and grow the seeds of creative living in body, mind, and soul.
OUR RETREAT LEADERS
LISA VORTMAN + SOPHIA MALLIE
Lisa and Sophia are a dynamic duo that bring complementary approaches to the art of living, movement, and self-expression.
Lisa, a photographer, retreat leader, and creative visionary, sees the world through a lens of possibility. Her gift lies in shifting perspectives—helping others recognize their authenticity, beauty, and potential. With a background in photography and production, and an fresh direction in art and yoga therapy , she invites people to explore life as an ever-evolving experiment, one that thrives on self-trust and curiosity.
Sophia, a yoga instructor, singer, and healer, brings a deeply embodied approach to transformation. Her journey from the pursuit of perfection in dance to finding balance through yoga informs her compassionate teaching style. Through movement, breath, music, and sound healing, she helps others feel at home in their bodies and cultivate joy from within.
Together, Lisa and Sophia blend perspective and presence, vision and feeling, rest and rejuvenation. Their partnership is a dance of healing, inspiration, connection, and play—offering others a space to rediscover themselves and step into new possibilities.
OUR DINING EXPERIENCE
Eating is an act of
celebration + connection
Three meals a day, made with the love and believe that every meal should be an opportunity to nourish both body and soul. After all, food is one of the main sources of prana: the vital life energy that fuels our physical and mental wellbeing. The group experience of a shared meal becomes a cherished meeting ground where conversations deepen and dreams are further explored within the group.
* Special dietary needs supported here.
OUR CASITAS + RETREAT PRICING
BEACH CASITA
This Casita has the option of being open air or enclosed, Located near the beach, this Casita has one king bed, a private open air patio with a plunge pool, air conditioning, a hammock, a desk, a private bathroom with an open air shower and a closet.
*Limited number of Casitas available.
INQUIRE FOR RATES + AVAILABILITY
DELUXE SUITE — This open air Palapa has two single beds, ocean and jungle views, hammock, private bathroom with shower, set higher in the mountain closer to the yoga studios.
WITH AIR CONDITIONING -
SINGLE OCCUPANCY - $3,700.00, including all retreat costs
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY - $2,800 per person, including all retreat costs
WITHOUT AIR CONDITIONING -
SINGLE OCCUPANCY - $3,500.00, including all retreat costs
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY - $2,600 per person, including all retreat costs
BIG PALAPA — (Shared Dorm) – 8 TWIN BEDS
These co-ed rooms are dorm-style with wonderful, high up ocean and jungle views. They’re nestled high up on the mountain where the air flow is enriching and cleansing. There are two beautiful bathrooms with open-air showers, every bed has a high quality mosquito net, night stands and drawer organizer under the bed. For nomads, yogis, and spiritual seekers this is the best option for budget-savvy travelers alike.
$2,400.00 per person, including all retreat costs
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Everything is optional !
LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR HOSTS:
LISA VORTMAN
Lisa is a vivacious leader who advocates for giving time; to our Self, to others and to the Art of living. Lisa has worked over a decade as a professional Photographer alongside passionate individuals and brands to help amplify their authenticity by encouraging honest expression through visual storytelling. One of Lisa’s greatest assets is her ability to shift perspectives and see the true beauty and potential in just about everyone and everything.
In 2014 Lisa discovered yoga as a vital practice for living creatively. As her own understanding of consciousness and wellbeing evolved, so did her vision for shared experiences. In 2025 she will have received her 500 hr Yoga Teacher Certification and will have led retreats for over 10 years! Incorporating Art Therapy, Writing and Photography into retreats is an intentional tactic of breaking through layers of fog to find clarity and inner-truth, wisdom and connection.
Lisa infuses philosophical insights as well as those found from personal life experiences in all areas of her work and views much of life as a curious exploration believing that we should always follow through on the things that help us to feel most ALIVE..
SOPHIA MALLIE
Sophia is a yoga instructor, singer and massage therapist from Oakland CA. She first found yoga when she was moving forward in a dancing career, but having a hard time in life. Through the struggle of perfectionism, self-criticism, and an eating disorder, she found healing and balance through yoga. Her passion is to help others feel at home in their body, connect to inspiration, & use the power of the mind to grow more happiness.
She brings over 10 years of teaching experience to her classes which weave a combination of uplifting music, intelligent sequencing, alignment, breath work, meditation & sound healing for a transformative full body experience.
She is known for her fun, compassionate nature & her ability to provide support to the needs of each student. When she isn't on the yoga mat, you'll find her dancing, swimming, performing music or traveling to her next retreat destination!
2024 PUERTO VALLARTA | IMMERSE + INTEGRATE
JOIN LISA AND SOPHIA IN A CONSCIOUS CREATIVE RETREAT AT XINALANI, MEXICO
2024 GREECE | FEMININITY IN FLOW
Join us on a transformative retreat, July 2024, crafted for women by women.
2023 PUERTO VALLARTA | IMMERSE + INTEGRATE
JOIN LISA AND SOPHIA IN A CONSCIOUS CREATIVE RETREAT AT XINALANI, MEXICO
Spring Cleaning for the Soul
Join us for an in-studio half day retreat to awaken and transform!
Refine + Reconnect
Refine + Reconnect Studio Retreat
Saturday, January 28th 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Arise Oakland Yoga Studio
on Lakeshore
Whether you hit the ground running or are still finding your footing in the new year, we invite you to our half-day studio retreat to refine and reconnect with your vision forward!
On January 28th, Lisa Vortman will be hosting a supportive and encouraging retreat experience at Arise Yoga in Oakland that will include a vinyasa flow to yin yoga class followed by tea time with options for guided journaling, relaxation, and community conversations. This half-day retreat will serve as an opportunity to reaffirm, refine, and reconnect to yourself and your intentions for 2023 while also reflecting on lessons learned in 2022. Set yourself up to move forward with clarity and ease.
There will be plenty of free space and time to nurture your intentions in this conscious creative community!
Agenda
1:00 pm - Flow to Yin Yoga
2:30 pm - Community Connection + Pop-up Tea Station by Smooth September
3:00 - 4:30 pm - Free time to embrace how you’d like;
Journaling Prompts for building and sustaining clear intent
Free time in a supportive environment; extend your practice, journal, read, connect with others. This is an opportunity for you to do what you want!
4:30 pm - Although you are welcome to leave whenever you feel ready, final circle will be at 4:30 pm
5:00 pm - Studio Closes
Bring with you;
- Your Mat + Water Bottle
- A journal, if that’s your jam.
- Anything you’d like to work on or that supports your intentions during free time
COST: $45
Have questions? Email: Lisa@lisavortman.com
2022 Puerto Vallarta
JOIN AUBREE AND LISA IN A CONSCIOUS CREATIVE RETREAT AT XINALANI, MEXICO
2021 PUERTO VALLARTA RETREAT
Join us
in an exploration of conscious creative living…
Choosing to give undivided attention to our consciousness and the exploration of Self can be our most profound practice of creative living.
Our time together will be supportive of individuality as well as meaningful connection with an intimate community who value the practice of yoga, mindfulness and creativity. Our daily yoga practices will be both strengthening and restorative, Our meditations will nourish clarity and our freedom throughout each day will provide all kinds of perspective shifts that will root us in our true nature so we return home motivated to grow through our discoveries.
WHAT’S INCLUDED…
5 Nights in a Palapa of your choosing, double or single occupancy available.
Transportation to and from the Airport, by private shuttle and private boat.
Meditation and Yoga offerings twice a day, mats and props provided.
Nutritious breakfast, lunch and dinners daily at the resort. Supportive of special diets.
Plenty of free time!
Private beach access and Pool Lounge with separate Bar and Menu available.
Hiking excursion to nearby waterfall.
Beach Bonfire.
Additional activities available; Spa Services including massage and facials, aerial yoga, boat excursions, water sports, cooking classes, salsa dancing classes, private photography sessions and more.
As the leading center for yoga retreats in Puerto Vallarta, Xinalani was designed for wellness, transformation and personal growth.
Nestled in a lush tropical jungle overlooking a wide pristine beach you’ll find yourself in a secluded experience unlike any other. Xinalani provides the best facilities, beautiful eco-chic accommodations, healthy food and a supportive staff.
The yoga studios, suites and common areas are mostly open-air concepts to promote harmony and integration with the natural landscape which was originally settled by Nahuatl tribes. Xinalani, from the Nahuatl word Xinaloani meaning "seed", is a sacred place that supports our mission to plant and grow the seeds of creative living in your body, mind, and soul.