THE HARMONY MOUNTAIN HOUSE x BLOOMING SOUL
AWAKENING BLOOMS:
a spring equinox retreat
March 16-22, 2026
The Dominican Republic
a transformative, all-inclusive international retreat centered around honoring & celebrating the inner & outer transitions from winter… to spring
SPROUT ❀ AWAKEN ❀ REBIRTH ❀ BLOOM ❀ NOURISH ❀ GROW
We can call this a retreat, but it’s really a homecoming… a returning. An opportunity to practice, through intentional action, what it can look & feel like to be move & be in right relationship with a land and its Indigenous roots. This scholarship fund is for the daughters of the Dominican Republic and Haiti – for the women who feel the pull to return home in a deeper, more intentional way.
THE RETURNING HOME
Scholarship Fund
the five elements as our guides
earth
I am grounded, and I plant the seeds for my growth.
water
I allow emotions to flow and cleanse me, making space for renewal.
fire
I am empowered to release and transmute.
air
I breathe in clarity and trust my inner voice.
I am connected to abundance, blossoming into my fullest self.
ether
from
winter…
This location regularly holds transformative gatherings, and we will utilize it’s rustic and authentic, dorm-style accommodations to enhance our closeness & simplify… so that we can focus on getting our hands dirty & bringing our inner selves fully ONLINE & ALIVE, held by the fertile soil & prayers of this land.
In the heart of winter, we embrace the quiet strength and stillness of the internal season. Winter calls upon us to root down, nurture our inner realms, and create the sacred space needed for rest to occur.
As we arrive in the Dominican Republic, we begin at an eco-farm near the capital, to put our hands in the dirt, give thanks to the season of winter we’ve been in the midst of & dream of planting seeds for this season of becoming. The land is green, wild, vivacious — and it mirrors to us the fertile soil that the impending spring equinox will bring.
The first days will be ones of ceremony & reverence, an internal journey of remembering, with the elements as our guides, a chance to walk barefoot on the Earth and reclaim your fullness, letting go of what is not meant to be carried forth into the spring season.
Then, it’s time to let our spirits run free; we will take a full day excursion around the Dominican Republic, honoring the Mirabal Sisters for paving the way for strong women to use their voices for good, hiking & swimming in nearby waterfalls, exploring through the eyes of our Dominican hosts, and enjoying locally sourced meals.
On our final morning at the finca, we will wake — and awaken — to the aliveness that has been building together, as we move our bodies & prepare to journey to our next destination, three hours away on a pristine beach, where we will welcome the Equinox together.
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We physically & spiritually sow the seeds of our personal & collective intentions.
Planting rituals and guidance to connect deeply with the land, and our humanity. Nourishment through the land’s abundance. Mud baths and earth offerings to get our hands dirty and our hearts aligned for what is to come.
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With gratitude & ease, we cleanse ourselves of winter’s stagnancy as we nourish our roots for the emergence of new life.
Offering rituals for the water to take what no longer serves us back to the earth to enliven the soil around our seeds planted. Herbal baths and teas to cleanse and enliven the physical body.
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The fire & warmth of spring transmutes potential energy into realized growth. We honor this transformative force as we step into our power & offer our doubts, hopes & heart’s prayers to the fire around & within us.
Action-packed days of adventure and creation to spark our flames. Candlelit supper at a local spot with the buzz of conversation in the air. A burn ceremony to close out our winter with powerful affirmation.
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The fresh spring breeze removes stagnation & welcomes in clarity.
Contemplative practices where we get quiet enough to hear the wisdom that the wind has been whispering to us. Feeling free as the warm breeze moves through our spaces of prayer.
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Ether is all around us, the space between what is & what is becoming. We open to the vastness of possibility, embracing our potential to bloom fully in the year ahead.
Divine guidance practices to connect you to the spirit realm. Rituals of interconnectedness to enhance the medicine available in this season. Centering prayer & magic in all we remember together.
to
SPRING.
Be ready to harness the abundant environment to revive & rejuvenate with massages & in the gorgeous beach-front pool, be nourished with their professional chef-created plant-based menu, and dive into the deepest work of our time together to signify the rebirth that this season provides us with.
In the spring comes an awakening – a powerful transition as life begins to emerge from beneath the surface of the earth. Spring calls us forth to see the possibility of what is coming, regardless of what the outside world suggests, through hope, patience & gentle nurturing.
We arrive on the eve of the Spring Equinox to our final location: a boutique hotel on the serene & secluded north peninsula in Las Galaras, where we will let the stunning beauty, the colorful sunsets, and the wild breeze awaken us from our wintery slumber.
The final days of our time together will be full of celebration, ceremony, and remembering our place in this great adventure that is being alive… and alive we will be. You will return to your lives with the tools, community & support needed to truly integrate this journey because this Spring needs you in your fullest truth… and this trip is ready to hold you through it.
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We empower our roots to go deeper, connecting to Mother Earth and all of her gifts to help us return to our center.
Walking meditations on the beach at sunrise. Gentle yoga with sand supporting our surrender. Grounding rituals with our hands on the earth offering gratitude & thanks. Deep tissue massages to tend to our physical bodies.
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Water reminds us that emotions & stuck energies need space to move freely. We let the flow return as spring does, too.
Energetic yoga flows to improve circulation and pranic life force. The sound of the waves washing over us in savasana. Cool water cleansing after a day in the sunshine. Herbal baths and teas to cleanse and enliven the physical body.
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The fire & warmth of spring transmutes potential energy into realized growth. We honor this transformative force as we step into our power & offer our doubts, hopes & heart’s prayers to the fire around & within us.
Candlelight yin yoga practices to somatically release and let go. The warmth of the sun igniting our inner fire to spark again. Sweat on our bodies as the sun lights our path.
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Air finds the balance between movement & stillness, from which clarity & inspiration emerge.
Breathing in fresh, salty air until our entire being reawakens. Inspiration-fueled offerings of collaboration and connection. Transformational breathwork to shift our inner world into spring mode.
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As we emerge into the journey of becoming, we embrace the fullness of our potential & celebrate our readiness to bloom.
Harness the limitless potential of the unknown, welcoming our next phase of life & growth with open hearts. Closing rituals that open us up to carrying these planted seeds with us… wherever we go next.
“And Love said, take a deep breath, human flower.
Now I am going to open you the rest of the way.”
— Jaiya John
day 1: root & ground
the seed beneath the soil
day 2: flow & release
the vibration of possibility
day 3: breathe & expand
the rupture beneath the surface
day 4: spark & transform
the roots & stems expand
day 5: arrive & awaken
the seedling touches sunlight
day 6: emerge & grow
the bud springs to the surface
day 7: bloom & thrive
the beautiful flower blossoms
Awakening Blooms includes…
❀ 7 days, 6 nights of accommodations in The Dominican Republic (3 nights at a bright, boutique villa on the beach in Las Galeras, 3 nights at a rustic ecolodge farm near the capital)
❀ transportation to & from SDQ airport* plus all transportation during the retreat & between locations
*during suggested arrival & departure windows
❀ (all) nourishing plant-based meals, cooked with love
❀ one grounding, therapeutic massage
❀ all workshops, ceremonies & rituals, created intentionally in alignment with the seasonal themes & elements
❀ landmark & cultural experiences that honor the land & history of The Dominican Republic
❀ movement classes & guided meditations
❀ integration kit with Awakening Blooms gifts
❀ pre-retreat virtual drop in call
❀ post-retreat virtual integration call
❀ ALL taxes and fees - nothing hidden or added!
SPROUT
shared room, shared bed
the most economical option
ideal for close friends
$2,888
(per person)
AWAKEN
shared room, solo bed
the in-between option
ideal for deepening connections
$3,111
(per person)
BLOOM
private room, solo bed
the most spacious option
ideal for introspection & privacy
$3,999
(per person)
see FAQ section for payment plan options
a $250 deposit secures your spot if you sign up by March 1, 2025!
TRANSPARENCY PRICING:
We’ve priced this trip as affordably as we can while being able to support all locations & offerings to make this experience truly unique. if you have an exceptional time, and feel called to support the facilitators, space holders, or guides additionally with tips, reviews, or other reciprocity - it is always greatly appreciated. However, your cost is all-inclusive and will cover your entire experience, sans flight, so that you can fully immerse in this trip once your investment is paid.
The following breakdown explains where your investment is going:
30-35% of the cost is going directly to the locations, depending on your room selection.
20% of the cost is going to the locally sourced, plant-based meals we will be sharing together.
10% of the cost is going directly into the pockets of local transport throughout the DR.
5% of the cost is going to booking massages, purchasing gifts from Dominican creators, and purchasing cacao from the DR.
20% of the cost goes right to the taxes, fees & processing it costs to receive your funds, and send funds to their required locations.
10-15% of the cost is paying for the flights & stay for the three facilitators, depending on your room selection.
Meet the Facilitators
ELYZA DOLBY
The Harmony Mountain House
www.theharmonymountainhouse.com/
Elyza is a multi-tasking, multi-passionate mama who loves gathering people together more than anything else in the world. In recent years, she gave birth to The Harmony Mountain House, her sweet Sun Shayan, and pretty much an entirely new self... so to say that she is initiated into the Great Mystery School that is motherhood is pretty accurate. And thanks to this, she is always nurturing & loving on all who come here, reminding them of their magic, and cultivating transformative spaces for all those who are ready for their own healing journey. But don't get it twisted, she gets the cosmic joke of it all & always finds a way to bring fun to the spiritual path. On paper, she’s an 500ERYT yoga instructor with a focus on Yin, Kundalini, Meditation, Sound & pretty much all things “woo.” Her style is spontaneous dance parties, deep convos around the campfire, and skinny dipping in the moonlight... if that's your kind of thing, too!
MAIRI ADRIAN
Blooming Soul
www.bloomingsoul.life/
Mairi is a holistic spiritual guide, herbal apprenticeship student, mental health advocate, and the founder of Blooming Soul. Mairi currently lives in NYC and was born in the United States, but spent a large part of her childhood living in The Dominican Republic, leaving her with a unique experience of living in two different worlds. She is here to support you in prioritizing the relationship with yourself, share the importance of building relationship with the medicine of the earth, and invite you to create stillness to connect with your mind, body & soul.
Blooming Soul supports you in creating a sacred life where you awaken and nurture your soul. The company offers a variety of services and products to support your journey, including retreats, workshops, meditation ceremonies, and healing products like candles. We have experience hosting intimate groups to large corporate and social gatherings. This project started in 2018 as an escape to prioritize the self and have outlets for creativity, community, and sacredness. We center our teaching on Yoga philosophy, the Chakra system and working with the elements and seasons of nature offering everyone and anyone an opportunity to go within.
SARAH WIRTH
The Harmony Mountain House
www.theharmonymountainhouse.com/
Sarah is a dreamy pisces (sun) whose inner child is loves to come out & play. She is the ultimate manifestor behind The Harmony Mountain House, where she co-stewards this sacred piece of land alongside her platonic life partner, Elyza, and a little one, Shayan, who lovingly calls her TeeTee. When she’s not actively in auntie mode (& sometimes even when she is), one of Sarah’s favorite places to be is in the kitchen, preparing nourishing meals infused with love (aka works of art) for guests & friends. Tending to, learning about, and connecting with sacred land is a growing passion of hers, that she adores sharing with others. Sarah is RYT200 Bhakti Yoga certified and has taken multiple Ayurveda & Botanical Food Medicine trainings, all of which guide the way she lives her life & the offerings she shares with the world. She is currently studying & practicing Folk Herbalism through the School of the Sacred Wild.
Why the Dominican Republic?
Mairi’s Why:
Hosting my first international retreat in the Dominican Republic feels like a true homecoming. Growing up on the island until I was eight and returning every year—sometimes more than once—I’ve nurtured a profound connection to the feeling of "coming home."
This retreat is a deeply personal journey, woven together with collaborators who have been part of my path on the island, to create an experience that is as authentic as it is transformative. Collaborating with The Harmony Mountain House has been a beautiful addition to my journey. Through their trust and support, they helped bring my dream of leading retreats to life.
Since then, I’ve had the privilege of hosting Blooming Soul gatherings at their sanctuary and partnering with them on other ventures, so bringing Harmony to the island feels like the most natural, heartfelt next step.
Elyza & Sarah’s Why:
Our biggest why is Mairi — let us explain. When we first met her, she had BIG dreams to someday take a group to the Dominican Republic, a place that had been a crucial and rich part of her own becoming journey… and we could feel just how potent it would someday be. We did NOT know that we were also meant to be a part of bringing this dream to fruition, yet when she asked us to collaborate after her last Fall Equinox here, we were a resounding YES! When we realized that we had just about six months to plan the most expansive Spring Equinox retreat in the DR… we got to work, and the pieces fell into place. Supporting this medicine woman in the expansion of her gifts to the world with back end, logistic, and space holding support is a dream we’ve gotten to live a few times already, and we know that what we've created is going to be a transformative experience for all.
Also, the opportunity to bring the ”medicine of Harmony” to a new place & expand our own offerings for our community is the sweetest cherry on top, and a dream realized for us, as well.
Meet the Spaces
The locations for this international retreat were intentionally chosen after MANY hours getting curious, building relationships, dreaming, and asking for divine guidance.
Inevitably, we chose these two spots due to the “YES!” energy felt (that we trust you will feel if you’re meant to join us) and these aligned, shared values that guide us in all that we offer with The Harmony Mountain House and Blooming Soul Life —
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Both of these locations give back in their own ways to the Dominican Republic, and felt strongly about our consideration of working with a space that is in active relationship with the people & land that it sits on. In this way, every dollar that we are investing in this experience is fueling the success of the land we will be learning from and exploring on — and this felt critical for us, which was a deal breaker for quite a few otherwise ideal spots.
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The finca is owned by a dear friend of Mairi’s and she has visited it for her own healing experiences - in fact, her sister works there and will be a part of the magic we cultivate in the kitchen, working alongside Sarah to cultivate an authentic and nourishing plant-based menu. The boutique villa was instantly excited about our vision, and wanted to do whatever they could to support bringing us to the DR, hopping on many calls & answering endless questions — this feels like the start of something beautiful.
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Though completely unique, both of these locations offer the opportunity to drop in and work directly with the land and the elements in ritual, reverence, and reciprocity — and both practice reverence with the land and her abundance regularly.
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The history of powerful connection happening at both locations helped us to envision just what could be possible when we said “YES!” — each spot holds their own version of transformational gatherings.
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Finca Oasis is a sanctuary nestled on 200 acres in the lush eastern region of the Dominican Republic, where nature and simplicity meet to offer a truly grounding experience. This expansive farm invites guests to disconnect from the noise of the outside world and reconnect with the rhythms of sustainable, intentional living.
Surrounded by vibrant greenhouses, flourishing fruit trees, and abundant vegetable gardens, Finca Oasis embodies the spirit of harmonious co-existence with nature. Giving you the opportunity to Immerse yourself in the landscape with its diverse animal life—from horses and cows to sheep and chickens—that adds to the farm’s peaceful ambiance.
With open-air meeting spaces, tranquil malocas for workshops, a refreshing pool, and even a mud river and serene lagoon, the farm is a perfect setting for both personal reflection and shared experiences.
All accommodations are thoughtfully integrated into the farm, combining the rustic charm of natural surroundings with modern comforts such as electricity, fans, hot running water, and private bathrooms.
At Finca Oasis, you'll not only experience the natural beauty of the Dominican Republic, but also gain insight into a way of life that celebrates simplicity, self-sufficiency, and the wisdom of nature.
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Villa Serena is a hidden gem, an oceanfront boutique hotel in the Dominican Republic's most beautiful part, on the northern coast of the Samana Peninsula.
Villa Serena's tranquility, harmony and elegance invite you to relax and unwind; its surprising tropical setting is full of discovery and adventure at the same time.
Ocean View Rooms with Terrace, under coconut trees, surrounded by lush tropical gardens and the splendor of virgin nature.
Both at the pool and on the beach, you will be enveloped by the sound of the sea and the palm trees singing in the wind. Secluded, yet only minutes away from a quaint village and the possibilities for exciting experiences...
A perfect retreat...
HIGHLIGHTS
All rooms with ocean view
Massage, manicure, and pedicure on-site
Outdoor swimming pool
Private beach
Yoga Shala and all necessary equipment
Tours and activities organization
Spacious restaurant with terrace and outdoor bar
Environmentally friendly
Meals prepared with fresh, local, organic ingredients
Vegetarian, vegan and raw vegan menu with gluten-free options
Bikes, kayaks, and snorkeling equipment free of charge
We hope you get as excited as we do about the uniqueness of these gorgeous spaces that are perfect for the Spring Equinox intentions we’ve set, and the endless possibility they offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. If you are a US Citizen with a valid passport (expiration date more than 6 months* beyond the date of this trip), you do not need a visa to travel to The Dominican Republic.
*Note: Your passport MUST have an expiration date of September 30, 2026 or later for it to be valid for travel to The Dominican Republic during these dates. If your passport expiration date is sometime between March and September 2026, you will need to renew it BEFORE this trip.
If you are not a US Citizen, check here for entry requirements.
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(SDQ) Las Américas International Airport
Transportation to & from SDQ is included in the cost of the retreat, if you plan to arrive & depart during the windows of suggested times we offer. We strongly recommend flying in & out of this airport for ease & transportation (it is the closest airport to both of our destinations). If you choose to fly into a different airport in The Dominican Republic, you will be responsible for coordinating & covering the costs of your transportation to & from our retreat locations. We are happy to offer guidance when it comes to transportation arrangements if needed.
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No. You are responsible for booking & paying for your own airfare.
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Once you are in The Dominican Republic, transportation throughout the country (during the dates of the retreat) is included. This includes airport transfers to & from SDQ, if you arrive & depart during the suggested windows of time we offer. The day prior and day of retreat, a shuttle will leave by 1pm EST from SDQ to arrive at the first location — please make sure your flight arrives before then to utilize the included transport. This departure time is subject to change based on the majority of arrival times for each day. On 3/22 transport will leave at 12pm from Villa Serena with a 3 hour trip to the airport, so flights are suggested to leave at 4pm or later.
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We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip. This is not included in the cost of the retreat. Note: All payments for this retreat are non-refundable & non-transferrable.
You are welcome to reach out to Michele Wirth, Sarah’s mother, for a quote or to purchase your travel insurance, as she is a registered travel advisor.
A recommended travel insurance to utilize is Allianz.
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Yes. You are welcome to add on a day before &/or after the retreat, at the locations we’ll already be staying at, for an additional cost. If you choose to do this, your additional overnight costs will be paid to us, added to the total cost of the retreat.
For before the retreat begins, it will cost $111/pp to stay at Finca Oasis, and does not include meals.
For after the retreat ends, it is $388/night to stay an extra night at Villa Serena, and includes meals.
Please note: If you arrive early or depart later than retreat dates, you will be in charge of your own transport (which we will help arrange!)
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The retreat will officially begin on Monday, March 16th at 3pm and it will end on Sunday, March 22nd at 12pm.
We have transport scheduled to pick up at 1pm at the airport on March 16, and to depart to the airport at 12pm (3 hour drive to the airport) so we suggest booking a flight to arrive by 12pm on 3/16 and depart after 4pm on 3/22.
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Yes. We have several payment plan options available, with all payments due by February 1, 2026 at the latest. Sign up by…
⊹ March 1, 2025: deposit of $250 & monthly payments of $240 (shared room, shared bed) / $260 (shared room, solo bed) / $341 (private room, solo bed)
⊹ April 1, 2025: deposit of $500 & monthly payments of $239 (shared room, shared bed) / $261 (shared room, solo bed) / $350 (private room, solo bed)
⊹ September 1, 2025: deposit of $500 & monthly payments of $398 (shared room, shared bed) / $435 (shared room, solo bed) / $583 (private room, solo bed)
Within 48 hours of signing up & paying your deposit, you will receive an email outlining your payment plan details (cost breakdown & due dates).
Reach out if you need additional options to make this trip happen.
Again, all final payments are due by February 1, 2026.
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OF COURSE! This trip is about expanding soul family. So if you have a desire on your heart to attend, take the leap and say YES! You can either book a private room or a shared room / separate beds if you are coming solo.