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Step Away From Everyday Life 

Immerse yourself in the energetic flow of nature at this award winning Luxury Retreat Centre. Next trip 16-21 June 2025, join me.

Rest, Restore, Revitalise In The Magical Andalucian Mountains

Something wonderful happens when you step away from everyday life to the magical mountains of Andalucia. Immersed in the energetic flow of nature, Jo’s Wellness retreat is a rare opportunity for you to rest your mind, body and soul and revitalise your wellness.

During your time together, Jo will share her passion for the ancient wisdom of Chinese medicine. She’ll help you get to know yourself on a deeper level and support you with treatment, and simple self-care practices to re-energise your wellbeing. You’ll arrive home revitalised and with new tools to keep you feeling great.

Located in the stunning mountain nature reserve of the “Sierra de las Nieves”, Andalucia, Spain, the award-winning luxury retreat centre, Molino Del Rey, is just 50 minutes from Malaga airport. Created with love this unique, spacious and quirky sanctuary is exclusively ours to enjoy.

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Immerse In Nature

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Salt Water Pool

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Healing Caves

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Delicious Food

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Ensuite Comfortable Rooms

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Restorative Treatment

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Single Ensuite Room

For those travelling solo. Featuring a single bed and all the comforts you’d expect from a luxury retreat centre. Pay in full or instalments.

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Twin Ensuite Room

for those travelling with a friend or family. Featuring two single beds and all the comforts you’d expect from a luxury retreat centre. Pay in full or instalments.

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King Ensuite Room

Includes stunning glass conservatory, features a king size bed (which can be separated) this room is ideal for couples or those who’d like a little extra space. This stunning room is available for shared occupancy only,

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Are you ready to step away from everyday life and immerse yourself in the energetic flow of nature?

 Jo guides you to effortlessly connect with the natural ebb
and flow of the days energy to help you rest deeply, restore your energy and revitalise your wellness.

This Immersive Retreat Is Allows You To:

- Fully submerge yourself in the energy of nature

- Enjoy the time and space to rest, away from the demands of everyday life

- Restore your wellbeing with ancient healing treatments and activities

- Return home with renewed energy and revitalising self-care practices that work for you

Restore Your Energy Nestled In Nature:

- Move your body and calm your mind with daily self healing qi gong practice in the great outdoors

- Increase your energy flow, taking in pure mountain air and
stunning vistas on evening walks

 

Revitalise You Life With Greater Self Knowledge

- get to know yourself better with the help of Chinese astrology

- learn and apply self-care practices to support your newfound self-knowledge

 

Return Home Revitalised

-  harness your new found knowledge to optimise your daily energetic ebb and flow

- bring home new tools and practices to keep you feeling great

 

Your Revitalisation Doesn’t End When The Retreat Does

Jo will help you effortlessly integrate your newfound
energetic insights and practices into your daily life, so you the effects of your retreat can ripple into your life back home and those around you

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Your Host Jo Darling

Jo has been helping people live happier, healthier
lives for almost 20 years. She has a degree in Acupuncture and years of extensive study and practice utilising the ancient wisdom of Chinese medicine.

Through her retreats and Acupuncture practice she
has witnessed the profound impact that self-knowledge coupled with bespoke, natural self-care practices can have on people’s lives. She has curated her retreats to give you the rare opportunity to do just that.

Secure Your Space With £300 Deposit

If you’d like a payment plan, you can secure your spot with a non refundable £300 deposit. Full payment is due 30 days before departure. If you’d like to know more about paying ininstallments please email jo@menopoised.co.uk.

In any room type, what is included?

* 5 nights luxury ensuite accommodation

* 2 buffet style meals daily (brunch & dinner)+ fresh cake at lunchtime

* 4 energy restoring Chinese medicine workshops

* 1 x Group acupuncture treatment (relaxing acupuncture treatment in a group setting)

* 4 x Qi Gong (simple movement, suitable for all)

* 4 x guided selfcare wellness sessions (eg acupressure, meditation & yoga nidra)

* mountain walks (optional)

* Tea, coffee, (a range of plant-based milks included) and honesty bar

* Exclusive use of outdoor spaces - pool, hammocks, day beds

* Saltwater swimming pool

* Cooling caves for quiet time or meditation

* Access to yoga space & caves outside of workshops

* All linen, pool and room towels

* Wifi in the restaurant area

* Organisation of transfers to centre

What is not included?

* Airfare

* Cost of transfer

* Massage treatments

Testimonials

Frequently Asked Questions

What's Included

What is group acupuncture?

The opportunity to experience relaxing and energising
acupuncture treatment in a group setting.

If you're new to acupuncture with Jo, you'll be asked to
complete a new patient form before you retreat so that she knows your full
health history.

If you have any concerns about the treatment
please email hello@jodarling.co.uk before travelling.

I'm new to Qi Gong what does it entail?

The type of Qi Gong that Jo shares is self-healing Dao Yin
style. She chooses simple, meditative practice to share with you so that you can get maximum benefit in minimum time.

Jo's mantra is 'if you like it take it home'. She sincerely hopes you will.

What food is included?

Delicious freshly cooked vegetarian meals are conjured up by Simon, the retreat chef for over 25 years.

Sumptuous brunch and dinner are served at 10am and 6.30pm with fresh cake and 'snacks' at 2pm.

(Timings subject to change. Vegans can be catered for on request.)

Do I have to pay extra for drinks?

Tea and coffee making facilities are available in every room and in the restaurant area.

Filtered water is on tap.

There is an honesty bar for beer, wine and soft drinks.

Payment

Payment terms

1. Deposits are non-refundable but you can transfer them to
another person.

2. Full payment must be made 30 days prior to travel. You
will receive and email with a link to pay the remainder when you book and 5
weeks before the start of the retreat.

3. You must cancel your place at least 30 days prior to
departure otherwise the full amount is payable.

4. You can pay via Klarna via this website spreading the
cost.

5. If you'd like a payment plan please contact us via the
contact form and we can arrange that for you.

Do you offer payment in installments

Yes, please contact hello@jodarling.co.uk for more information.

Can I pay by Klarna

Yes please choose Klarna at the checkout for delayed payments.

What payment methods do you take?

Credit or debit card, paypal, shop, klarna are all available.

Getting There

How do I get there?

By air - take a plane to Malaga.

Check in is 5pm and check out 10am.

I suggest arriving at Malaga airport around 4pm on the first
day. Departing Malaga around 1pm or later on the final day.

Transfers will be arranged from the airport and are payable
locally with cash. Depending on the number of people sharing the cost is
usually around 20 euros each way.

How much is the transfer?

Transfers will be arranged from the airport and are payable
locally with cash. Depending on the number of people sharing the cost is usually around 20 euros per person each way.

Location And Facilities

Is there a hairdryer in my room?

Yes

Do I need to bring towels?

All towels, both for the room and pool are supplied.

Is there Wifi?

Yes there is Wifi throughout.

What is the temperature?

Average temperature in June is around 24 degrees during the day.

What's the accommodation like?

Molino Del Rey is nestled in the beautiful nature reserve  “Sierra de las Nieves” in Andalucia, Southern Spain.

Built by hand with love it's comfortable and quirky retreat
centre. Featuring hammocks, swing chairs and plenty of nooks and crannies to
relax in alone or with company.

Choose between single, twin or double rooms.

 

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