Simply Retreats by Erika Miller

Simply Retreats by Erika Miller Retreat planning made simple. TICO Certified Travel Advisor

I help yoga teachers, brands, and groups plan and book seamless retreats and travel experiences around the world, so you can focus on connection, not logistics.

I do see the irony of making this statement from my phone while actively engaging in screen time 😂But seriously, how man...
08/13/2026

I do see the irony of making this statement from my phone while actively engaging in screen time 😂

But seriously, how many little moments do we miss because we’re on our phones?

You make a beautiful lunch but scroll the whole time and barely register eating it.

You get a stressful email first thing in the morning and suddenly it sets the tone for your whole day.

You’re outside in nature but miss half of what’s around you because you’re looking at a screen.

The more I talk to people, the more I realize everyone is BUSY AS HELL. And we’re filling every little gap with more information, more noise, more scrolling.

Maybe our nervous systems don’t need more stimulation in every quiet moment. Maybe creating a little more space from our phones could help us feel a little less burnt out. 🌿

07/30/2026

✨ Your retreat experience doesn’t start when your guests arrive.

It starts with the very first inquiry.

📧 Every email.
💳 Every payment reminder.
✈️ Every flight recommendation.
💬 Every question answered.

Long before anyone steps on a plane, your participants are already forming an impression of what your retreat will feel like.

When the logistics are organized, communication is warm, and people feel genuinely cared for, they arrive feeling excited instead of stressed. 🤍

As retreat hosts, we spend so much time thinking about the venue, the yoga classes, the workshops, and the excursions, and rightfully so. 🌿

But don’t overlook the experience you’re creating before your retreat even begins.

The behind-the-scenes details aren’t separate from your retreat. They’re part of it. ✨

06/03/2026

PSA: If you’ve got a retreat on your vision board, start looking sooner than you think.

Planning a retreat is so much more than just booking a beautiful venue 🌎There are contracts, budgeting, marketing, roomi...
05/19/2026

Planning a retreat is so much more than just booking a beautiful venue 🌎

There are contracts, budgeting, marketing, rooming lists, payment schedules, guest experience, logistics, and so many moving parts behind the scenes that people never think about.

I just wrote a new blog post sharing 7 things every retreat host should know before planning a successful retreat.

Some of the topics I cover:
✨ finding the right retreat center
✨ retreat budgeting
✨ marketing your retreat properly
✨ creating payment schedules
✨ identifying your ideal client
✨ planning timelines
✨ managing risk and expectations

Whether you’re a yoga teacher, wellness facilitator, coach, or someone dreaming of hosting your first retreat, I hope this helps make the process feel a little less overwhelming.

And remember, you don’t have to do it all on your own. Helping retreat hosts bring their vision to life is exactly what I do 🤍

Read the full blog here: https://www.simplyretreats.ca/blog/how-to-build-a-successful-retreat-7-things-every-retreat-host-should-know

04/30/2026

How much does it actually cost to host a retreat?

For a group of 10–15 people, you’re typically looking at around $15K–$25K+ depending on the location and setup.

But the bigger question is… how much comes out of your pocket upfront?

Most venues require a deposit, usually around 20–30% to secure the space. That said, terms are often negotiable.

If keeping costs low is important for your first retreat, finding a venue with flexible payment terms makes a huge difference.

For example, my last retreat required a 30% deposit on the accommodation. It worked out to about $600 each between my partner and I, and the remaining balance wasn’t due until a week before.

Which meant we didn’t have to front the full cost ourselves, the final payment was covered by participant bookings.

This is one of the biggest things people overlook. When you’re choosing a venue, it’s not just about location or how nice it is. The payment structure matters just as much.

04/29/2026

Something a lot of people don’t realize 👇

If you’re hosting or selling a retreat in Ontario and including things like accommodations or flights, it has to be booked through a TICO-registered travel agency.

So once you start collecting money and packaging any kind of travel, it’s no longer just “planning a trip” it falls under travel regulations.

This is the part where a lot of people get stuck or don’t realize there are rules around it.

It’s not just about booking a nice place, it’s about making sure everything is set up properly from the start.

Hi everyone ☺️If you were following me through Travel Design by Leila, I wanted to share a little update…I’ve officially...
04/21/2026

Hi everyone ☺️

If you were following me through Travel Design by Leila, I wanted to share a little update…

I’ve officially started my own business, Simply Retreats ✨

I now specialize in planning and booking retreats, group trips, and corporate getaways. Whether it’s a yoga retreat, a team offsite, or just a group wanting to travel together, I handle all the details from start to finish.

If you’ve ever thought about hosting a retreat or organizing a group trip, feel free to reach out. I’d love to help bring it to life.

Thank you so much for being here and supporting this next chapter 🤍

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