Retreat includes
- 7 Transformational Vinyasa flow yoga sessions with Katy - one each
morning starting 5th October
- 5 Evening Lunar yoga practices with Katy - one each evening
- 7 nights accommodation at the beautiful Huzur Vadisi location
- 3 meals a day plus unlimited fruit, tea, coffee and water
Retreat doesn't include
- Flights or travel insurance
- Excursions or day trips
- Extra treats and activities
- Taxis to and from places locally
Sample Daily Schedule:
Mornings: applefusion - lovingly developed through Katy's life
experience as a ballet dancer, yoga teacher and pilates instructor.
What to expect: Transformational solar vinyasa flow yoga: a
variety of active asanapractices for all levels: dynamic prana vinyasa
flow, energetic andalignment-based hatha yoga, liberation creative
dance, pilates core inspiration, body prayer, invocations, heart opening
practices to liberate body and mind - are you ready? WOO HOO!
Suitable for all levels - just bring your heart and spirit!
Free Time: Soak up the energy, sunbathe and swim by the
pool, have blissful massages and take some time out to just rest and
recharge.
Late Afternoon: Introspective &
awaking lunar yoga practices.
These sessions will consist of various techniques such as
pranayama, meditation, mantra, yoga nidra, nada yoga to bring you home to
YOU.
Meals
Turkish cuisine is recognized as one of the great cuisines of the world
and this is reflected in our delicious, mainly vegetarian food based on
fresh local produce - fruit, vegetables, pulses, nuts, cheeses and
yoghurt. Meat, fish and poultry is provided on (advance) request. People
are continually delighted at the amazing variety of dishes - a guest
"complained" he hadn't had the same meal twice in a two-week holiday.
This unpretentious retreat is a delicious place to escape the stresses
of life at home... the food is legendary."
Harpers & Queen
Trips
Many people find they don't want to go anywhere once they arrive at
Huzur Vadisi it is so restful, but if you want a contrast to the natural
peace of the valley, the small town of Gocek is only a ten minute taxi
ride away. It has an elegant palm lined seafront with bars and
restaurants - yet still retaining its laid back and friendly village
atmosphere. Shopping includes jewellery, carpets, ceramics, clothes,
spices and a weekly market. There are also banks and cash points.
There are several fascinating local destinations to visit for those who
want to explore further afield. The staff at Huzur Vadisi can arrange
these trips for you, and give you first hand information, details and
advice on either an individual or group basis.
Boat Trips
The all time favourite day out is to sail around the islands and bays of
this stunning coastline on a traditional wooden boat. There is plenty
of time for swimming and sunbathing, with space to stretch out, as well
as a shady deck area. There are loos on board, and a cabin to change in.
A delicious lunch is cooked on board.
Beaches
In Gocek people generally take boats trips and swim moored off one of
the lovely islands in the bay - described by the yachting fraternity as
the most beautiful in the Mediterranean. Huzur Vadisi arranges a boat
trip most weeks for guests to do this and it is the most popular day
out. There are also a couple of beaches within a fifteen minute taxi
ride from Huzur Vadisi - one is a beach in the next bay along which has
lovely views and slightly pebbly sand. The other is a private beach at a
five star hotel in Gocek which you can use if you pay day membership,
which includes money off if you eat lunch at their chic restaurant
overlooking the bay. For serious beach lovers there are two beautiful
long sandy beaches, which are protected as nature reserves, within an
hours drive.
Huzur Vadisi is a place immersed in nature, where the only sounds are
the cicadas, the call of owls at night and in springtime the song of the
heavenly nightingales. At night the valley is completely dark and the
night sky is absolutely wonderful.
Huzur Vadisi is the name of the farmhouse and of the mountain valley in
which it is situated. Surrounded by virgin pine forest, you can walk
unhindered in any direction to spectacular view points of the coast and
islands and inland to unfolding mountain ranges.
The original farmhouse is the inspiration for the careful restoration
and building at Huzur Vadisi.
Special features are the beautiful natural stone swimming pool, the
traditional wooden Kösk (where the word kiosk comes from meaning summer
house or pavillion), a favourite spot for siestas, and the lovely
terrace shaded by vines where meals are served. And of course the yurts
in which you will sleep.
The Ambience
The feeling at Huzur Vadisi is very much of being a houseguest - it's a
very relaxed and friendly atmosphere, the groups averaging around twenty
people. Due to the nature of the courses, guests tend to share similar
interests and values, which creates a friendly, supportive and lively
atmosphere which is particularly welcoming for people holidaying on
their own. There is also plenty of space to be by yourself and be quiet
if you wish.
Our accommodation is something rather special. The
nomadic yurt (which
is the Turkish word for home) is a circular domed "tent", made on a
wooden trellis frame.
There are also some rooms available. The house
provides a sitting room with open log fire for cooler evenings
at the beginning and end of the year.
Comfortable and spacious, in hot weather the apex of the roof is left
open to the sky, the so called "Eye of Heaven" - at night you can see
the stars from your bed.
Equipped with "proper" beds, electricity,
wooden floors and home comforts, it is definitely not camping!
White
cotton mosquito nets ensure you can sleep in blissful peace free from
the usual Mediterranean wildlife.
Holidays run from Monday to Monday, as that is when most charter flights
fly from UK airports to Dalaman – a four hour flight from the UK. The
airport is about forty minutes from Huzur Vadisi.
Monday is travel day and therefore courses generally begin on Tuesday.
Transfers
We can arrange return minibus transfers from Dalaman airport to Huzur
Vadisi. The price varies depending on the number of transfers and
passengers, but are charged at the same rate as government controlled
fares for taxis. Please allow around £30pp return, but if most people
manage to arrive on one or two flights the price can be reduced. More
details will be supplied with your booking.
Carbon Emissions
We like to encourage our guests to offset the carbon emission of their
flight by contributing to one of the organizations below.
www.climatecare.org
www.worldlandtrust.org
www.carbonfootprint.com
www.co2balance.com
Flights
Charter Flights
Kay at Robinson Travel (Also good for group booking) 01271 812 504
Flightline 0800 036 0777 www.flightline.co.uk
Thomas Cook www.flythomascook.com
Airtours (widest choice UK airports) 0800 028 4934 www.mytravel.com
First Choice 0870 750 0001 www.firstchoice.co.uk
Thomson 0870 550 2555 www.thompson.co.uk
Easy jet www.easyjet.com
Scheduled Flights
Turkish Airlines (from Heathrow & Manchester) 0207 766 9300
www.turkishairlines.com
Cyprus Turkish Airlines (from Stansted, Manchester & Glasgow) 0207 930 4851
www.kthy.net
Travel day and transfers
Monday is travel day and yoga courses start on Tuesday morning. We can
arrange air-conditioned minibus transfers from Dalaman airport to Huzur
Vadisi. The price varies a little depending on the number of transfers
and passengers, but is charged at the same rate as government controlled
fares for taxis. Please allow around £30pp return. If a group arrives
on a single flight the transfer cost can be reduced.
• Please make sure your organiser (or Jane at Huzur Vadisi) has your
flight number and arrival time so that transfers can be arranged well in
advance and everyone informed. It's important for us to have your
flight number in case of delayed flights
• The transfer time from Dalaman airport to Huzur Vadisi is around
40 minutes.
• Please make sure you have the Huzur Vadisi phone number in case of
any problems on arrival (0252 644 0008)
Visa
At the airport UK citizens are charged £10 in cash for an entry visa.
Visa costs for other nationalities vary, so you will need to check.
Currency Exchange
Generally you will get a better rate of exchange in Turkey. This can be
done with cash or travellers cheques almost everywhere, or withdrawn by
card from one of the several ATM cash points in Gocek.
Extra payments
Extras at Huzur Vadisi including minibus transfers, bar bills and
excursions, can be paid for in sterling, lira or euros at the end of
your stay, but cash only please. We don't have credit card or UK cheque
facilities in Turkey
Telephones and communications
(Turkish numbers are contactable only during the operating season, May
to October)
Our Turkish telephone number is (00 90) (0) 252 644 0008
If phoning locally you will only need the last 7 digits.
You may want to let your family and friends know that we can only
receive incoming international calls at Huzur Vadisi. To call out
internationally you can phone from Gocek. Local calls are unaffected.
You are welcome to receive calls.
Mobile Phones
Due to the mountains, mobiles are out of range at Huzur Vadisi, although
it is possible to receive and send text messages. A five-minute walk
from Huzur Vadisi will bring you to a point where you can receive a
signal to phone out.
Internet Connection
We have recently joined the 21st Century and now have the mixed blessing
of wireless internet connection!
Insurance
It is a condition of booking that you take out travel insurance.
Health
We regret our premises and holidays are not suitable if you are unable
due to physical, mental or emotional conditions to take responsibility
for yourself.
Hairdryers
To answer one of our most frequently asked questions - there are plugs
for your hairdryer in the yurts.
Things to Bring
• We do have electricity in the yurts,
but you should also bring a
TORCH
• Please bring your own BEACH TOWEL
• YOGA MATS – we have mats, belts and blocks, but you may want to
bring your own mat for extra comfort on the outdoor tiled floor.
• A pair of walking shoes or strong sandals if you want to take
advantage of the lovely walks around Huzur Vadisi.
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Non Refundable
Deposit
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Final Payment
31st July 2010
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Standard Room - £675pp
sharing
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 £200 |
£475 |
Standard Room - £875pp
single
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£200 |
£675 |
Terms & Conditions:
In the event of cancellation:
60 days or more prior to the retreat: Your entire payment will be
refunded, less £200 which is your deposit.
59-30 days prior to the retreat: Payments are not refundable, but are
transferable (less £200 deposit) to a future appleyoga retreat.
29 days or less prior to the retreat: Payments are not refundable.
All descriptions of holidays and facilities are correct. However should
amenities or courses be unavailable due to acts of God, technical
failure or unforeseen difficulties of any kind, we will try our very
best to provide an acceptable alternative, but under such circumstances
cannot be held liable. While the highest standards of care are provided,
neither can we accept liability for loss or damage to your personal
property or any medical condition which may develop during or after your
holiday. Your holiday insurance should cover these and any other
contingencies.
