October saw us return to beautiful Mallorca for two back-to-back retreats at Finca Son Salas, tucked away in the mountains near Sóller. We spent eight wonderful days welcoming two lovely groups of guests, sharing yoga, breathwork, movement, good food, beautiful walks, plenty of laughter and some much-needed time to slow down. There was sunshine, swimming, meaningful conversations and lots of those little moments that remind us why we love bringing people together. One of the things we really enjoy about running retreats is creating an experience where people feel genuinely welcomed and cared for, from the bigger things right down to the smallest details. And that includes a few lovely treats waiting for our guests when they arrive!
The Lovely Brands Behind Our Mallorca Retreat Goodie Bags
There's something really lovely about arriving on retreat, settling into your room and finding a few little treats waiting for you. It's a small gesture, but one we really enjoy putting together at Blue Spaces Wellbeing.
For our two Mallorca retreats this October, we were lucky enough to have some wonderful brands contribute to our guest goodie bags. We wanted to share a little more about them, not just to say thank you, but because we love introducing our guests to products that complement the experience we're creating.
From nourishing skincare and sun protection to hydration, coffee and a little touch of the sea, here's what our guests found waiting for them in Mallorca.
✨ Weleda
We were delighted to include the iconic Skin Food from Weleda, a rich, nourishing cream that's become something of a skincare classic.
Made with botanical ingredients including calendula, chamomile and pansy, Skin Food is particularly lovely for dry skin. It's one of those handy products that can be used on hands, elbows and anywhere that needs a little extra moisture.
We love the simplicity of having one really good, multipurpose product, especially when travelling. A lovely little addition to our guests' retreat bags.
We also had something a little different in the bags: Rose Coffee from Cosmic Dealer.
We love the idea of turning everyday moments into little rituals, whether that's sitting quietly with a morning coffee, enjoying a conversation over breakfast or simply taking five minutes without rushing on to the next thing.
Retreats are often about finding pleasure in those small, ordinary moments that can get lost in the busyness of everyday life. And a lovely coffee felt like a fitting addition.
🌸 Green People
October in Mallorca still brings plenty of beautiful sunshine, and with time spent outdoors, walking, swimming and practising yoga, good sun protection is essential.
Green People kindly contributed sun cream for our guests. The brand is known for its natural and organic skincare formulations, including a range of sun protection products.
We think caring for ourselves should include the practical things too, and sun protection is certainly one of them! It was a really useful addition to the bags, particularly for those long, lovely days enjoying the Mallorcan sunshine.
🌿 Awake organics -Sea Quartz
Our guests also received beautiful Sea Quartz from Awake Organics, bringing a little touch of the natural world into their goodie bags.
The sea is such a big part of what we do at Blue Spaces Wellbeing. It's there in our name, in our love of coastal places and in so many of the experiences we create.
We loved including something inspired by the sea, a small keepsake that guests could take home as a reminder of their time in Mallorca.
💫 Phoenix and Providence
Finally, we were so pleased to include two beautiful skincare products from Phoenix & Providence, a small independent brand based on the Isles of Scilly.
Their products are inspired by the sea and made using natural ingredients, including hand-harvested seaweed from their island home.
Our guests received their Nurture Face Oil and Soften Lip Balm, both lovely additions to a simple skincare ritual. There's something particularly special about a brand that draws inspiration from the coast and encourages us to take a little time for ourselves.
As you can imagine, with our own love of blue spaces, this felt like a particularly fitting partnership.
🌱 MOA Magic Organic Apothecary
The de-stress bath potion was an absolute dream. And perfect for our beautiful bathrooms!
🧘♀️ Free Soul - Hydrate
Between yoga sessions, walks, swimming and warm Mediterranean weather, staying hydrated is something we always encourage on retreat.
We were really pleased to include Hydrate electrolytes in our goodie bags, giving guests another option for supporting their hydration throughout their stay.
It's easy to forget how much our bodies need when we're busy enjoying ourselves, especially in the sunshine. Sometimes the simplest things, like drinking enough water and taking a little time to rest, make a real difference to how we feel.
What stays with us
Retreats are made up of so many small pieces. The conversations. The meals. The quiet moments by the pool. The magic of a group of women coming together from different places, different ways of life, but all with something in common that brought them together for this week.
We already cannot wait for the next one.
With love,
Laura & Nikita x
📸 Photographs by Emma Fenton Photo