From SENSES to ESSENCE

An exclusive experience of transformation where your ESSENCE meets your SENSES - the retreat for professional women to envision & say YES to a full life.

May 7-10, 2026

Westlake Village, California

Are you ready to embrace the next chapter of your life with confidence, ease and joy?

Join us for an exclusive retreat designed for professional women who are ready to unlock their ESSENCE of aliveness and ease-full potential.

Our thoughtfully curated immersive experiences of rejuvenation, connection, and reinvention are designed to awaken your mind, body, and soul.

Come to wake up your SENSES. Stay to feel your ESSENCE come alive as you ENVISION the next chapter of your life.

Join us for this exclusive experience and leave energized with the magic within.

Your Journey & Dedication Have Taken You Here

You have built, you have birthed, mastered, hired, fired, lead yourself, your team, and your family!

Your intelligence, dedication, and commitment have taken you this far. We celebrate you for it!

Yet, among all the accomplishments and wins, something went missing… Something is yearning to come online, to be recognized, and come alive!

Whether you are going through a career transition or a life change… you know there is more!

Your Senses Will Take You Back To Your Spark

You yearn to expand, to reconnect with the WOMAN & SPARK inside of you. Deep down, you desire to feel ALIVE.

What if your intuition, your trust, your surrender, your spark, your pleasure, your aliveness, and your connection to your SENSES are the keys to unlocking the next chapter of your life?

This is your time to activate the next version of yourself, and it all begins with your SENSES.

Come with us on this transformative journey towards your essence, your joy & aliveness!

Our retreat is a sanctuary for accomplished women, blending relaxation, rejuvenation, and reinvention in a serene, picturesque setting. Step away from your routine and immerse yourself in experiences that nourish your mind, body, and soul.

More than a wine-tasting getaway or personal growth retreat, this is an extraordinary journey to activate your SENSES, connect you to your ESSENCE, and inspire transformation. Enjoy outdoor yoga, hiking, wellness meditations, wine and food pairings, and personal growth workshops designed to revitalize and empower you to envision the next chapter of your life!

What You’ll Experience

This is for you if ...

  • You are a professional woman who has recently undergone significant life changes and are seeking a fresh perspective and clarity.

  • You value investing in personal growth and are eager to reconnect with your inner self and others like you in a supportive, empowering environment.

  • You love to explore new cultures, foods, and wines, and appreciate the finer things in life.

What might a day look like ?

Meet your Hosts & Facilitators

Miryam Fossati, is a Personal Sommelier, Private Cellar Curator & Global Wine Entrepreneur, and founder of Premier Cellars, a private wine concierge service providing luxury travel provisioning, private tastings, and turnkey cellar management.

After building a successful executive career and traveling across the globe working in product development, marketing, and sales, she made a courageous move to live her own life of purpose on her terms.  Committed to passionately living a full life, she loves impacting the lives of others through her mission of helping connoisseurs, epicureans, and lovers of life - taste life to the fullest. 

During our retreat, Miryam will bring her passion and expertise for wine, food, and travel to activate the full spectrum of your SENSES! From exploring the art of wine tasting, learning about the unique terroir that shapes each wine’s character, to expertly exploring harmony, balance and synergy between wine and food, participants will learn to trust their senses and themselves, deepening their appreciation of the natural world.

Miryam Fossati - your SENSES guide

Darya is a Vision Design and Mindset Coach, facilitator, speaker, workshop author, and the woman behind the unique Vision Cardio methodology. She works with business leaders, visionaries, and disruptive thinkers to redefine the next chapter of their personal & professional lives into masterpieces of intention, creativity, joy, and massive impact - in alignment to the essence of who each person is!

A nerd at heart, Darya’s multidisciplinary background allows her to skillfully combine Western & Eastern practices with the most to date research to marry what she calls “magic with science.” Her clients appreciate her ability to demystify edgy spiritual concepts into grounded practical applications making the experience accessible and fun.

Through a series of immersive workshops expertly weaved with the SENSES activation experiences, Darya will be your guide to connect you to your ESSENCE, your vision, and your dreams. From mindfulness to visualization exercises, and more, you will walk away with a vivid image of the next chapter of your life and concrete steps to get there.

Darya Akulshyna - your ESSENCE guide

Fareida Rajkumar, is an entrepreneur, investor, and partner in companies working in wellness, yoga, wine, food, and apparel. While her deep-rooted spiritual connection to her Hindu cultural heritage has greatly influenced her approach to daily life and work, her entrepreneurial spirit drives her to invest and develop businesses that align with her values, particularly in the wellness and hospitality spaces. She lives a full and balanced life that includes rituals like meditation, yoga, gardening, a pescatarian diet, and other holistic practices for most of her life. 

Embodying the balance between wine and wellness, Fareida’s expertise extends to the world of wine and food as a trained sommelier, where her passion for flavors, sharing, and entertaining shines through.

With over twenty-five years of creating memorable experiences in the hospitality industry, Fareida is committed to promoting holistic well-being and creating experiences where people connect, relax, and thrive.  As our wellness guide, you will experience Fareida’s guidance into the balance of movement and stillness.

Fareida Rajkumar - your WELLNESS guide

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Only a Few Early Bird Spots, Reserve By 12-31-25 

Come to wake up your SENSES, feel your ESSENCE come alive, ENVISION the next chapter of your life and say YES to a full life!

Join us for this exclusive experience & leave energized with the magic within.

Location

 

Experience the enchantment of The Westlake Village Inn resort and spa.

Surround yourself with sprawling, verdant landscapes that stretch as far as the eye can see, a picturesque lake, cobblestone pathways, flourishing vineyards, and exquisite gardens adorned with charming gazebos and arbors.

Nestled on a 17-acre property halfway between Santa Barbara and Los Angeles, The Westlake Village Inn is the perfect retreat for discerning travelers seeking a memorable escape, tranquility and indulgence.

Visit westlakevillageinn.com to discover more.

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