In February 2024, we traveled to Big Indian, New York for a special retreat in partnership with Ally Bogard.

Each year, we plan our Upstate Retreat in the winter, as it’s the perfect time to rest and turn inward. The season lends itself to restoration and quiet contemplation.

There was no better place to do this than in the stillness and beauty of the Catskills’ vast forests and deep valleys. Retreat guests enjoyed indoor and outdoor soaking tubs, steam in the Estonian sauna, and relaxing by the roaring fire.

The third-annual Upstate Retreat was a special culmination of a deep friendship and heart alignment between Ally Bogard and Vanessa Cornell. It was a week for women seeking greater freedom, ease, and purpose by deepening into a practice of self-contemplation.

Meditation, movement, treatments, journaling, and self-inquiry were tools used in our time together. Ally and Vanessa demonstrated that laughter and fun are as powerful a medicine as unearthing emotions and tears. Together we learned deep lessons, fostered friendships, and had a blast!

If you’re interested in joining us for a future retreat, please join our waitlist. You can also check out past retreats and read reviews on our travel page.

 

We’d also like to thank our incredible partners including:

Pursoma

Pursoma believes that modern-day wellness is dependent on digital detox, separating ourselves from draining technology, especially in the sanctuary spaces of our bathrooms and bedrooms. Pursoma’s soaks and body treatments are intentionally designed to facilitate respites from the devices that infuse us with anxiety, insomnia, and harmful chemicals. Our products are made from the cleanest, most sustainable ingredients that detoxify, calm anxiety, and promote higher-quality sleep.

 

Arq Botanics

Arq Botanics is a brand dedicated to harmonizing skin and mind. Its philosophy extends beyond traditional skincare routines. ARQ Botanics believes in nurturing your skin throughout the day, with products that are a blend of nature’s best ingredients and cutting-edge science. Infused with potent botanical actives and hyaluronic acid, our facial mists deeply restore stressed skin; with the addition of hydrosols designed to create that mindful pause. Take advantage of this generous 20% discount on your next purchase with the code ArqxNushu20 at checkout.

 

Urban Cowboy Lodge

Although Urban Cowboy is only 2.5 hours from New York City, it feels like a world away. Situated on 68-acres and the longest stretch of uninterrupted forest in the Catskills, it is some of the prettiest land you’ll find in the state of New York. Enjoy a forest bath in soaking tubs, steam in the Estonian sauna, or just relax by the roaring fire and do nothing at all, but get lost in the stars.

 

 

If you’re interested in joining us for a future retreat, please join our waitlist. You can also check out past retreats and read reviews on our travel page.