Return to Love: A Self-Love Retreat in the Dominican Republic

 

Retreat to Dominican Republic

February 13-18, 2026

 

Private Villa • Ocean Views • Sacred Reconnection
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This is your invitation to return

—to your body, to your heart, to the parts of you that feel most alive. 

Over six luxurious days in the Dominican Republic, you’ll immerse yourself in daily yoga and meditation, healing rituals, cultural experiences, and powerful self-love practices. You’ll be guided to soften, receive, and remember the truth of who you are.

Whether you're coming out of a season of burnout, heartbreak, or simply seeking reconnection, this retreat is your sacred pause.

 Why we love Cabarete!

 
Experience world-class kiteboarding on Cabarete’s famed windswept beaches. Explore vibrant local markets and savor authentic Dominican cuisine. Discover hidden waterfalls and lush tropical trails just outside town.

Private Villa in Cabarete/Sosua

 

We will spend our time on the north coast of Dominican Republic in a villa within walking distance to the beach. All of our rooms are air conditioned and luxuriously appointed, and we will have daily housekeeping and a private chef for all of our in-house meals.

In addition to your basic room amenities, you will receive a welcome basket of tools to use throughout your self-love retreat to enhance your experience. Think - body oils, chakra sprays, and "tools" for you to use to play with throughout your journey with uS.

 

ROOM TYPES

Single rooms are best for those of us who want to escape, sleep lightly, or are super-early risers, guaranteeing that you get to escape the way you want! Note - there are only 4 single rooms available.

Double rooms are best for people who want to make new friends, (we will find you a roommate), or who want to travel with someone they know. Double rooms are $1,000 less than single rooms.

 

 ACCOMADATION TIPS

If you have specific needs - ground floor, no AC, or dietary restrictions, we will be able to accommodate you! We are an ADA friendly retreat.

Meet The Yinsa Team

Daniele Gates

Founder and CEO - Yinsa

 

 

With over 15 years of experience leading transformational travel around the world — from Costa Rica to Washington D.C., Bali, the Dominican Republic, and Italy — Daniele has cultivated brave, inclusive spaces for healing and self-discovery.

A Certified Educator and Yoga and Energy Medicine Practitioner, Daniele specializes in yoga, Ayurveda, somatic healing, and chakra-based work. Her deep understanding of teaching in inclusive spaces, along with these modalities, informs the full retreat experiences she designs. This includes curriculum creation, budgeting, venue scouting, marketing, and team leadership.

Daniele is deeply committed to ethically, intentionally, and sustainably hosting retreats that honor the land, respect local cultures, and serve participants with care and consciousness.

Felipe Gonzalez

ERYT and Katonah Yoga® teacher

 


Felipe is a 500 hour ERYT and Katonah Yoga® teacher based in Brooklyn, NY. Drawn to the practices of Vinyasa Krama, Bhakti, and Katonah Yoga® his teachings are rooted in an integration of breath, body, and imagination. He has also spent the last 9 years learning, exploring, and holding conversations at the intersections of yoga and social justice.

Felipe is currently pursuing his Master's in Clinical Social Work at the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College. He leads classes, workshops, retreats, and trainings both locally and internationally. He guides his practices with an artist's soul and a healer's heart.

OUR JOURNEY

 

Friday, Feb 13

Arrival and Welcome Ceremony!

 

Saturday, Feb 14

Private Catamaran Cruise in turquoise waters - snorkeling gear provided, or nap in the sun!

 

Sunday, Feb 15

Dominican Cooking Class - learn how to make my favorite Dominican foods, as well as the history of Dominican cuisine

 

Monday, Feb 16

Herbalism Class with a local herbalist, with a focus on developing self-love practices and rituals

 

Tuesday, Feb 17

Hike & river tour OR spa day - choose your adventure

 

Wednesday, Feb 18

Tears of joy...Departure

This Retreat is for You if...

 

  • You’re ready to disconnect from your daily life and prioritize rest, nourishment, and intentional movement
  • You have the discipline to show up for daily yoga, meditation, and workshops
  • You want to reconnect with your body, your voice, and your worth
  • You crave deeper spiritual connection rooted in indigenous practices in Dominican Republic
  • You are willing to meet new people and have new experiences

What's Included:

  • 5 nights in a luxury private villa with single and double accommodations
  • Daily yoga, meditation, and breathwork practices
  • Welcome sound bath + opening and closing ceremonies
  • Private catamaran excursion
  • Herbalism class + hands-on cooking class
  • Beach club day access
  • In-house spa and healing services (or trip to Samaná)
  • All meals, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Flights & Ground transfers to/from the airport - note: land-only options does not include ground transfers
  • Optional surfing or kite-surfing coordination
  • Yinsa retreat workbook + gifts

Early Bird Pricing

(Book by October 31, 2025) 

 

If we are booking your flights, we are booking your ground transportation. 

If you are booking your flights, you are booking your ground transportation.  We will send you a link to do that easily.

 

Repeat clients get $1,000 off until 10/31. After 10/31, repeat clients get $500 off.
Two people registering together get $1500 off.

 SINGLE ROOM

$4,500 with flight
$5,000 with flight

 

$4,000 without flight
$4,500 without flight

 

DOUBLE ROOM

$3,500 with flight
$4,000 with flight

 

$3,000 witout flight
$3,500 without flight

 

SINLGE ROOM
with flight

$500

PER PERSON DEPOSIT

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SINLGE ROOM
without flight

$500

PER PERSON DEPOSIT

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DOUBLE ROOM
with flight

$500

PER PERSON DEPOSIT

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DOUBLE ROOM
without flight

$500

PER PERSON DEPOSIT

BOOK YOUR SPOT TODAY

Yinsa offers the following payment options:

Deposit: Secure your spot with a $500 deposit and receive your contract. Pay in Full upon signing your contract.

OR

Payment schedule outlined in booking option.

Balance Due: All payments must be completed by July 10, 2026 (30 days before the retreat begins).
Finance Charge: Payment plans include a 6.7% finance charge added to the total balance.

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EXTENDED FINANCING OPTIONS

 

For those who prefer longer payment terms, you may also use Klarna, Affirm, or PayPal Credit to extend payments up to 36 months (approval required through the provider). This option allows you to customize your monthly budget while still securing your retreat now.

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RESERVE YOUR SPOT

 

Spots are limited and require and interview to preserve intimacy, luxury, and care.
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Testimonials

'The location was amazing. It was clean, we had direct access to the ocean and the pool, and the food was great and healing. We really felt like we were taken care of with the food.'

D.J. 

'My main takeaway from the retreat is that everyone who is brought into this planet is special and has their own powers. I loved the workshop with affirmations, toolbox, and letting go.'

V.L.

'I learned a lot from each participant and all of the teachers that were invited. Leaving the retreat I felt lighter, clearer and elevated.'

K.D. 

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