Marrakech Magic
You’re invited to a 5-day transformation from 26th - 30th April 2024
Do you believe in Magic?
Magic begins with an open heart and mind.
A willingness to let go of preconceptions, the past and everything you knew to be true.
To experience the wonder of something new and exciting.
Something you can’t always explain but still know to be true.
Are you ready to believe?
Secure your slot…
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Meet Gemma & Tom
Your yoga-loving, adventure seeking Retreat Leaders. Gemma, a Yoga Teacher, and Tom an International Flight Attendant, blend their wealth of expertise to deliver your unique, immersive travel experience.
Get Ready to Welcome in…
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Moments
Encounter defining moments of connection, insight and elevation
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Memories
Embark upon a journey of individual and shared experiences to create lifelong memories
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Magic
Enjoy sprinklings of unexpected magic weaved seamlessly throughout your experience
Marrakech, Morocco
The Red City, The City of Luxury, The Daughter of the Desert.
An enchanting medley of vibrant medinas and charming riads, enveloped by rich mountainous terrain and sprawling desert land.
Where chaos and calm conspire to create their own unique spiritual identity.
Where the impossible becomes possible.
A place where magic happens.
Where you’ll be…
The moment you arrive in Marrakech, you’ll be warmly welcomed and whisked away to your new lodgings, a place where the demands of daily life instantly melt away.
On the fringes of the bustling city, nestled peacefully in the Atlas Mountains, awaits your home away from home.
Perfectly positioned within a 7 1/2 acre plot just 10 miles south of Marrakech, and boasting panoramic mountain views, lies the beautiful backdrop for your retreat experience.
Brimming with authentic Moroccan features, and a wealth of amenities, your single-storied villa embodies both luxury and traditional Moorish charm.
Once inside your Moroccan haven, you’ll find your Housekeeper on hand to greet you and settle you in for a relaxing and seamless stay.
“I visited Marrakech this year for a retreat with Wellbeing with Gemma. It was the first time that I had been to Africa and turned out to be a truly overwhelming and memorable experience.
I had previously attended the retreat in Santorini and was very impressed with how well organised the activities are and the welcoming atmosphere that Gemma and Tom curated. Marrakech was a completely different setting but equally unforgettable. It was the perfect opportunity for me as a busy healthcare professional to take some time out and enjoy some rest and relaxation as well as experiencing the various activities. I also have a keen interest in yoga and Gemma is an excellent teacher. For me, the retreat was also about rebuilding some confidence following some stress in the last few years and has helped me to heal further.
Marrakech city centre is a busy, colourful and vibrant place but this provided a contrast with the peace of the villa and its breathtaking view of the Atlas Mountains. The whole experience is just incredible. If you're considering a retreat with Gemma, don't hesitate. You won't regret it!”
— Stacey, NHS Nurse
Villa Features
Heated Swimming Pool
Refresh yourself between activities, by taking a relaxing swim in the villa’s 18 metre heated private pool.
Full staff complement
Your villa comes complete with an amazing team of staff, including a Housekeeper, Maid, Cook, Gardener and Night Watchmen on hand to keep you safe, comfortable & entertained.
Hammam & Massage Room
Indulge yourself in the villa’s luxurious Moroccan Hammam, with a traditional Scrub and Deep Tissue Massage, a ritual intended to cleanse the body and mind.
Outdoor terrace
Enjoy the villa’s beautiful communal space and surroundings, during meal times, yoga sessions and whilst unwinding with a traditional Moroccan tea.
Range of Sports Activities
The villa is equipped with a Tennis court, Basketball court, Pentaque court and Ping Pong table, for you to enjoy at your leisure.
Wifi
Wifi is included with your stay, along with access to a TV and DVD player, so you can contact loved ones, and be entertained.
What you’ll do…
Awakening to views of misty mountain haze, and the gentle sounds of surrounding wildlife, you’ll open your day moving through guided meditations and yoga practice.
You’ll balance time for relaxation with the opportunity to embrace adventure, as you take excursions into the heart of the city, and chase waterfalls in the majestic Atlas Mountains.
Create traditional local food during a Moroccan cooking class, barter your way through the city’s souks and hike deep into nature, safe in the hands of your expert guides and retreat leaders.
Meanwhile, during mealtimes you’ll enjoy a selection of delicious local dishes, expertly prepared by your in-house cook and catering to your dietary needs. Experience a warm sense of shared belonging, as you savour wholesome foods and immersive conversations with a welcoming and like-minded community.
Your day closes with time for sharing reflections, expressing gratitude and celebrating successes, all whilst bathing in the blissful natural surroundings.
How you’ll feel…
Your bespoke experience presents the ultimate opportunity for connection.
Within yourself, within nature, and within your welcoming community.
Away from the distractions of everyday life, you’ll find space for deep introspection, presenting an opportunity to more closely align with your true self, and move towards a path of personal and spiritual growth.
Whether its cultivating relaxation or achieving a specific breakthrough, your retreat has been carefully crafted to deliver a safe container for your unique personal journey.
A Typical Day…
8am: Sunrise Meditation
8.15am: Vinyasa Yoga Flow
9.30am: Traditional Moroccan Breakfast
10am: Free Time - take a swim, have a massage, or simply relax with a Tea
12pm: Daily Activity/Excursion - eg: Atlas Mountain Hike & Oureka Falls visit, trip into Marrakech Centre & Cooking Class
6pm: Light Stretching & Gratitude
7pm: Group Dinner
This is for you if you’re looking to…
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Travel
You value experiences over possessions and seek to balance adventure with relaxation
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Connect
You value connection, within yourself, within nature and to those around you
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Grow
You’d like to stop looking outside of yourself and discover the answers within
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Let go
You’re looking for a way to release the past, release stress or simply release physical tension
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Move
You enjoy yoga (regardless of ability) and would like to deepen your practice
What’s Included
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Accommodation
5 days and 4 nights premium accommodation in a peacefully located villa, carefully selected to deliver maximum comfort, convenience and relaxation.
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Airport Transfers
The moment you arrive, you’ll be warmly greeted and safely transported to your villa, meaning you’ll arrive feeling calm, relaxed and welcomed.
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All Meals Included
Delicious, nutritious and wholesome food, designed to leave you feeling both energised and satisfied. Catering to your dietary needs, meals will be provided at the villa morning, noon and night, accompanied by a selection of soft drinks, removing any pressure from you.
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Daily Yoga
One or two daily yoga sessions with Gemma, suited to all levels and abilities. You’ll be guided through a variety of styles leaving you feeling both energised and relaxed.
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Morning Meditations
Begin your day with intention, as you’re peacefully led through a guided meditation to invite feelings of calm, clarity and gratitude.
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Daily Activities
A carefully curated itinerary, created to maximise the opportunity for both adventure and relaxation. Activities include Hiking, Journaling and exploring the city.
Positive Affirmations
Hear what attendees from our most recent retreat had to say about their experience, and why they recommend that you take the plunge and join Marrakech Magic in Spring 2024.
Select your package…
35% deposit required to confirm booking
Single occupancy is available with an additional supplement (scroll down to private room packages)
All packages are subject to availability
By booking your space you agree to our terms and conditions which can be found here
A typical Standard room
Standard Room Packages
Standard Shared Room Package
Ideal for 2 people booking together, sharing a room
Limited last-minute spaces
Solo Traveller Standard Room
Ideal for solo travellers happy to share a twin room with one other guest of the same sex
Limited last-minute spaces
A Typical Deluxe room
Deluxe Room Packages
Deluxe Shared Room Package
Price for 2 people booking together, sharing a room
Limited last-minute spaces
Solo Traveller Deluxe Room
Ideal for solo travellers happy to share a large room with one other guest of the same sex
Limited last-minute spaces
Private Room Packages
Solo Traveller Private Deluxe Room
Ideal for 1 person occupying a large private room
Limited last-minute spaces
Solo Traveller Private Standard Room
Ideal for 1 person occupying a small private room
Limited last-minute spaces
Begin your Journey…
Enter your details and questions below and we’ll get back to you with more information and full instructions for securing your slot!
Meet your Hosts
Gemma Allies - Retreat Leader
With 20 years of yoga practice under her (yoga!) belt, Gemma Allies is a 200 hour YTT Yoga Instructor, having trained with the prestigious Himalaya Yoga Valley Goa.
Over her career, she has amassed a wealth of experience in both planning prestigious events and delivering first-class service, through leveraging the power of personal touch and creating moments of magic.
She is the host of The Wellness Works Podcast, interviewing industry experts and sharing practical guidance on how to optimise both personal and workplace wellbeing to achieve a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life.
She specialises in delivering bespoke corporate wellness programmes to firms seeking to reduce employee stress, boost morale, and prevent burnout. By uniting her corporate background with extensive training, she is able to deliver impactful coaching, workshops and events.
An experienced Massage Therapist, Gemma is a strong advocate for the power of approaching wellness from a holistic standpoint, combining physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual practices to cultivate the ultimate formula for success.
Blending her mindfulness expertise, with experience as an international flight attendant, Gemma has crafted a unique retreat experience that promises to transform the physical and mental well-being of attendees.
Tom Rowe - Retreat Coordinator
Having visited over 60 countries and lived in 4, Tom is a bonafide travel expert. He's worked in the industry since 2006, and has amassed an impressive 21 years customer service experience (we know, he doesn't look old enough!)
With specialist experience in car rental, aviation and delivering first class service to a whole host of VIPs and celebrities, Tom prides himself on his high attention to detail and tendency to 'go the extra mile'.
Taking care of all your transportation and individual needs, Tom is here to make your stay uniquely memorable.
Positive Affirmations…
Cynthia Wong
Gemma goes above and beyond in EVERYTHING she delivers!! Her soothing voice in meditations or trainings will calmly guide you into practice and stay mindful. Her cues and way she teaches movement is serene yet leads and empowers you. Her wellness trainings and FB group too is a treasure chest!
I participated in her January live meditation challenge masterclasses as well, and it was not just a live meditation. It was a thorough approach to educating, empowering, and enlightening the mind and soul into taking control of our wellbeing. Incredible background, resources, models, tools, and guidance equipping me to make 2022 my best year yet.
Rowan Gibbons
I have very much enjoyed Gemma’s yoga classes and would recommend them to anyone. I love that she uses such a wide variety of postures and routines and she explains why they are beneficial which is really helpful.
The themes Gemma has discussed in classes have been really calming in such an uncertain time and I’ve felt my stresses melt away after an hour on the mat with Gemma. The classes are also such a reasonable price and well worth the investment for your well-being.
Robert Forster
For someone who has wanted to take part in yoga for a few years but always felt a bit awkward joining a session at the gym, I took the plunge and did a session with Gemma!
Really glad I did as I thought it was a brilliant session taught by a fantastic instructor. It really has shown that lads can participate in yoga as well which really does help stretch out the muscles after a hard session in the gym. Definitely worth a try 10/10!
Sal Bromley
Such fantastic sessions with Gemma. A lovely relaxed atmosphere. No pressure no expectation. Gemma has such a lovely warm and gentle way about her, she has a way of putting you totally at ease, and then gives really clear and concise instructions. Have really enjoyed getting back to yoga. Just the right mix of exercise and relaxation.
Kevin Rogers, CEO Paycare
At Paycare we put a great deal of emphasis on the health and wellbeing of our team. I have worked with Gemma for over 5 years and her wellbeing days have helped promote relaxation, boost staff morale and improve focus. The return on investment in a wellbeing programme has been immense.
Fabienne Stewart-Jones
I’ve never done yoga before and have always found it intimidating and thought I wouldn’t be able to relate to the content of the classes. But I’m loving it. It’s something I look forward to & I can really feel its positive effects on both my mental health & physical health. Big thank you for leading us and for your lovely calming voice.
Need more convincing?
Hear what attendees from our most recent retreat had to say about their experience, and why they recommend that you take the plunge and join Marrakech Magic in Spring 2024.
Ready for transformation?
Your journey begins here.
Spaces are limited. If you’d like to guarantee the Super Early Bird Rate, click below to secure your slot now.
If you have any questions, simply email gemma@wellbeingwithgemma.com or book a call with Gemma here.
FAQs
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Flights to and from Marrakech
Massages/Spa treatments
Alcoholic beverages
Travel Insurance
Cooking Class
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The preferred method of payment is via Bank Transfer. However you may also pay via Credit/Debit card, subject to a 2.9% surchange. If you are making an international payment this can be completed via wise.com.
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Due to the ongoing global health crisis, our cancellation policy is flexible and outlined below:
Any cancellation incurs a £100 administration fee
Up to 90 days (27th January 2024) before arrival: free cancellation and return of deposit (minus cancellation fee)
Up to 60 days (26th February 2024) before arrival: option to change to a future retreat with no cancellation fees (any difference in pricing will apply) OR 65% refundable
59 days or less - no refund if you decide to cancel
Spots are fully transferable subject to approval from the host
More details & full terms and conditions can be found here
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You don’t! This retreat is designed to be beginner friendly and inclusive of all abilities.
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If you test positive for covid prior to the retreat, and or have to remain home to be a caretaker, we can transfer the amount of the retreat payment towards another retreat valid for 2 years (any additional fees apply)
If unforeseen changes occur after your payment is made and if Morocco closes, if your country closes, or any other reason you absolutely cannot make it (i.e. if your airline cancels your flight/route and no options are available), we will issue you a full refund.
We do request you use discretion and stay updated to the developments in your country and region, and offer as much notice as possible, as you would be taking the place and pricepoint away from another attendee. Please let us know if you have any concerns so we are aware and can keep a close eye on developments as well.
We recommend all attendees take out personal travel insurance, which cover Covid-19 disruption.
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The Moroccan government has now reopened their borders for commercial flights in and out of the country. Before traveling into Morroco it is important you check the relevant entry requirements for the country from which you traveling.
On 30 September 2022, Morocco lifted the obligation to present a vaccine pass or a PCR test to enter Morocco. However, all passengers traveling into Morocco from the UK are required to download, print and sign a passenger health form before entering the country.
Random rapid antigen tests will be conducted upon arrival for selected groups of passengers. Additional PCR tests may also be required after 48 hours of arrival for randomly selected passengers.
Visas
British nationals don’t need a visa to enter Morocco for the purpose of tourism for up to 3 months.
When entering the country, make sure your passport is stamped. Some tourists have experienced difficulties leaving the country because their passport bears no entry stamp.
Passport validity
Your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay in Morocco. However, the Moroccan Consulate General in London advises that your passport should be valid for at least 3 months on your date of entry to Morocco. If your passport does not meet this requirement you may face difficulties and you should check with the Moroccan authorities and your travel provider before travelling.
Before travelling, make sure your passport isn’t damaged. Some travellers have been refused entry when travelling on damaged passports.
Please note that these are the current entry requirements as of October 2022, they may be subject to change and we will be closely monitoring the situation and keeping you updated.
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If you would like to have your own private room there is a single room supplement - please see the private room packages for full details. Otherwise you may be sharing a twin room with one other person of the same gender.
When booking a dual package you will both be accommodated together in a private double or twin room - please specify your preference by emailing gemma@wellbeingwithgemma.com -
While this is a wellness retreat, there are no restrictions on alcohol. However as a Muslim country, we do ask that you respect its cultural values and refrain from any behaviour that could be viewed as disrespectful. While alcohol is not included in your stay, there is the option to bring duty-free alcohol to the venue, or to request in advance the Housekeeper to purchase alcohol from the supermarket, and reimburse him (this can be arranged on a daily basis).
Secure your slot…
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