I’m the face behind Mana Retreats, a mum of three, and someone who’s completely obsessed with travel, wellness, and finding beautiful places that make you never want to leave.

I’m definitely not rich, but if there’s one thing I’ll happily spend my money on, it’s travel. You’ll usually find me heading overseas two or three times a year, with Thailand almost always at the top of my list and Vietnam a very close second. After travelling there for so many years, it’s become a place that feels like home. I even speak a tiny bit of Thai (just enough to impress a taxi driver!).

Movement has been a huge part of my life for years, but my reason for exercising has definitely changed. In my younger years, I trained because I wanted to look a certain way. These days, it’s so much less about appearance and so much more about how it makes me feel. Moving my body clears my mind, boosts my mood, gives me energy, and helps me show up as the best version of myself. That’s the feeling I want every woman to experience on a Mana Retreat.

For the past 10 years, I’ve been organising fitness retreats to Phuket, and now I’m so excited to finally create something that’s completely my own. Mana Retreats brings together everything I love—beautiful destinations, movement, incredible food, meaningful connections, and a little bit of adventure.

One thing most people don’t know about me? I genuinely love researching hotels, flights, and hidden gems. Planning holidays for myself, friends, and family is something I’d happily do for fun, so creating these retreats honestly feels like my dream job.

Mana Retreats was created because I wanted to offer more than just another holiday. I wanted to create a space where you can step away from the busyness of everyday life, reconnect with yourself, move your body in a way that feels good, and experience the incredible culture and beauty of Asia alongside a like minded group.

When you join a Mana Retreat, my hope is that you leave with more than just beautiful photos. I want you to head home feeling refreshed, stronger, more confident, and inspired. With memories, friendships, and experiences that stay with you long after you’ve unpacked your suitcase.

I can’t wait to share my favourite corners of Asia with you and welcome you into the Mana community.