We're heading back to St Croix in 2027 for the yoga and wellness retreat of your dreams! This tiny Caribbean island destination offers everything we need: turquoise waters, natural surroundings, options for adventure and relaxation, low-key vibes, and a gorgeous yoga retreat center within walking distance of the ocean.
Our retreat partner, Feather Leaf Inn, provides us with stunning ocean view rooms, delicious plant-based food, and open-air practice space for yoga, meditation, and fitness. We’ll be snorkeling, hiking, dining, relaxing, and soaking up the sun.
During this retreat, our classes will be offered 2x daily and will include a mix of original hot yoga (26 x 2), fitness classes, and other yoga styles based around the preference of the group. Please note that we do not have a climate controlled room on this trip - we'll be practicing in an open air space enjoying the natural warmth and sea breeze.
Registration is now open for our 2027 trip! When selecting your room, you may find it extremely helpful to review the Feather Leaf Inn accommodations HERE. The capacity for this trip is roughly 14 guests (depending on room occupancy) and we are filling up quickly!
If your desired room is no longer available, please add yourself to the waitlist - we may have the opportunity to add additional dates depending on demand.
Please contact juliana@rhodeislandhotyoga.com with any questions about this trip!
THE ITINERARY BELOW IS A SAMPLE ITINERARY AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE - OUR CUSTOM SCHEDULE WILL BE FINALIZED ONCE THE TRIP IS FULLY BOOKED!
8 days and 7 nights accommodation in the room of your choice
Three daily meals are included in the cost of your trip and prepared fresh each day. All meals at Feather Leaf are VEGAN (aka plant based.) We are happy to accommodate any special dietary needs
Classes will be offered 1-2x per day (depending on our daily schedule.) Yoga mats and props will be provided.
Your trip fee includes one half-day snorkeling excursion to Buck Island Reef National Monument. If you do not want to go on this excursion, you can substitute a massage instead!
We will book additional excursions depending on the interest of the group - past trip have included tide pool hikes, botanical gardens, guided walking tours, and bioluminescent kayaking
We'll pick you up from the airport, assist with island travel as needed, and get you back in time for your flight home!
Guests are responsible for purchasing their own flights with the airline of their choice. Please fly into / out of STX.
Massage appointments can be booked for an additional fee of $130 plus gratuity. We will reserve these in advance.
Alcoholic drinks and non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase at the retreat center, plus you may want spending money for snacks in town
Please protect your investment and insure your trip!
Book your flights to STX and we'll do the rest! Our retreat staff will meet you at the airport and bring you directly to Feather Leaf Inn. Flights arrive throughout the afternoon and we'll have our Welcome Dinner at 6pm. (If you arrive a little later, don't worry, we'll save you a plate.)
Feather Leaf Inn offers beautiful ocean views and cozy accommodations, perfect for a relaxing escape. Its close proximity to local attractions makes it a delightful choice for exploring St. Croix.
We'll start our day with class and breakfast at Feather Leaf, and then we'll have an opportunity to head into town! Last year, our guests departed on the day of the big St Patrick's Day celebration in Christiansted and everyone told us we were missing out. This time, we won't miss it! This event is a huge deal on St Croix - you'll feel like you're in Boston but in the Caribbean. 😂
Those who would rather have some quiet time to decompress can remain at Feather Leaf with our hosts for plenty of relaxing time by the pool, in the hammock, or underneath the giant baobab tree.
We can provide to-go lunches for folks heading into town or you can sample the local cuisine and visit some of the many street vendors that will be at the parade! We will all regroup at Feather Leaf Inn at the end of the day for yoga, dinner, and sunset views.
Sunday will be a day of quiet relaxation and nature! After our morning practice and breakfast, the property owners will give us a tour of their location and help us get acquainted with St Croix. This property has an incredible backstory and Ryan can tell us all about the history of the place. We'll also get to see the beautiful fruit trees and plantings that were cultivated by the owners.
After lunch, we'll take a ride to the beautiful Sandy Point beach for swimming and relaxation! This is the westernmost point on the Island and is a natural habitat for nesting sea turtles, so it is only open for limited hours. We'll return to Feather Leaf Inn for our afternoon yoga and dinner.
Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge offers stunning white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. This is the famous location where they shot the final scene of the Shawshank Redemption! Open only on weekends.
Once again, we'll start our day with a morning workout and a delicious plant based breakfast. After breakfast, anybody that wants to participate in the half-day Buck Island Cruise will make their way to Christiansted. Anybody that wishes to relax at the Inn can book a massage instead! This is a fantastic half-day adventure that offers some of the best of St Croix. You'll have the option to remain in town for dinner after snorkeling or head back to the Inn to chill out!
The half day tour departs from the Christiansted Boardwalk. To begin, you will spend time on Buck Island’s Turtle Beach, where you can learn to snorkel with a lesson provided by our crew or just relax and enjoy the beach. Then it’s off to our underwater trail where you will snorkel through the reef, home to hundreds of fish and coral species. We provide all the gear necessary and filtered drinking water throughout the day.
After a couple days of adventure, we'll take some extra time to relax! We'll stay "close to home" with shuttle drivers available all day to bring you to Fredriksted Peir (for the best snorkeling) or Rainbow Beach (for swimming and sunbathing.)
We'll offer classes and regular meals throughout the day. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in a Cooking Class with our hosts at Feather Leaf Inn and learn how to prepare these delicious meals when you return back home.
Our trips always provide a thoughtful balance of adventure and relaxation. During the day, we'll stay close to home during the can help coordinate rides if you'd like to do any exploring on your own. The Ham's Bluff lighthouse hike was popular with our guests on our last trip - a short hike with a spectacular pay-off!
Depending on the weather and the conditions, we can either paddle the bioluminescent bay or hike to the Annaly Bay tide pools with Bush Tribe Eco Adventures. These wonderful guides are very knowledgeable about the history and ecology of the island and always show us a good time!
Whether we're experiencing the Bioluminescent Kayak Trip at sundown or hiking through the rainforest to the Tide Pools, we are sure to have an awesome experience!
For our last full day on retreat, we'll head over to the East End of the island where you can experience a different part of St Croix with an entirely different landscape! We'll check out Jack & Isaac Bay Preserve, which includes two secluded beaches that can only be reached by hiking. We'll bring lunch to-go and enjoy a picnic at the beach before heading back to Feather Leaf for our final evening yoga class & dinner!
Any early risers in the group? We'll wrap up our week with a very early morning drive out to Point Udall to view the very first sunrise in the US and its territories. This was an awesome way to end our week and there's plenty of time to nap on the plane! 😅
As most flights from the island depart later in the afternoon, there may be some final opportunities to shop for souvenirs or visit the beach once you've packed up all your bags. We'll make sure everyone is happy and well fed before embarking on the trip back home.
TRAVEL TIPS: Most flights arrive into St Croix in the early afternoon and depart around the same time. You'll need to be at the airport 3 hours before your departure. Most flight depart around mid-afternoon, so we would bring you to the airport after an early lunch.
Our Rhode Island Hot Yoga team has been coordinating international and local retreats since 2017! Our adventures have taken us to Costa Rica, Jamaica, Maine, Vermont, and the US Virgin Islands. This will be our 3rd retreat on St Croix.
We seek out the very best in accommodations, hospitality, food, and location for our guests. Our retreat travelers consistently give us rave reviews and travel with us year after year. Come join our friendly retreat crew and you'll see what the hype is all about!
Hey, I'm Juliana and I didn't ACTUALLY set out to become a personal vacation planner for dozens of people, but sometimes these things just happen. This is the best part of my job!!!
If you have any questions about this trip you can contact me directly at juliana@rhodeislandhotyoga.com.
