Soulful Vines
May 25-29, 2025
Matarraña, Spain
a wine, yoga, & meditation retreat
Soulful Vines
a wine, yoga,
& mediation retreat
May 25-29, 2025
Matarraña, Spain
We make sure your specific health needs are addressed
About the retreat
Embark on a transformative journey to revive your spirit and savor the richness of life at the Soulful Vines Retreat. Nestled in the Spanish hills on the grounds of the lavish 5* Hotel, Torre Del Marqués, this retreat is a harmonious blend of daily meditation, energizing yoga, and the art of wine appreciation.
Imagine waking up to the serene beauty of a private vineyard, surrounded by the tranquility of the Spanish countryside. We’ll start our mornings with purpose as we blend meditation and yoga, connecting mind and body in the embrace of nature.
Our retreat is a sensorial immersion into Spanish culture. Let wine be your guide as we explore the diverse landscapes of Spain through tastings that traverse sparkling, white, and red varieties. With the hotel nestled in its own vineyard, you'll experience the magic of viticulture firsthand during private daily wine education and tastings.
Our retreat home
This isn't just a retreat; it's an invitation to create memories, learn, and play within a supportive community. Join us for a unique experience that transcends the ordinary.
Join us in a celebration of stillness and exuberance, where laughter echoes among new friends, and the beauty of the land becomes the canvas for your rejuvenation.
What’s Included
- Accommodations for 4 nights & 5 days
- Daily wine education & tastings – you’ll try 30+ Spanish wines
- Yoga & somatic movement
- Daily guided meditation
- Breakfast, lunch, & dinner at 3 Key Michelin hotel & restaurant
- Day trip to one of Spain’s premiere wine regions, Priorat
- Transportation from BCN airport to retreat & returning to BCN airport
What’s Not Included
- Airfare
- Spa services (We offer 2X1 spa access!)
- Hotel add-ons
a glimpse of how we’ll spend our days:
- Wine education & tastings
- Yoga & somatic movement practices
- Guided group meditations
- Delicious Spanish meals at our 3 Key Michelin hotel & restaurant, 1 of 5 in all of Spain
- Day trip to Priorat with visits to local wineries
- Time to relax & recharge at our beautifully restored 18th century farmhouse turned luxury hotel, situated on a private vineyard & olive farm
Who We Are
SaMantha
Merkle
Samantha is a soulful yoga teacher, meditation guide, and retreat facilitator. Her company, Soulful Balance, offers bespoke retreats, youth mentoring, and yoga & meditation practices.
Rooted in movement and mind-body connection from an early age, she is a lifelong dancer and movement facilitator.
In addition to Soulful Balance, Sammy works as a communications professional, collaborating with top performing arts companies and nonprofits. She has led wellbeing practices globally, specializing in curating highly-tailored experiences for both young people and adults.
From Peace Corps service in Colombia to her formative years in NYC, she now calls Mexico City home. Samantha's commitment to her craft is evident in her 200-hour YTT from the Bhakti Center in NYC and Mindfulness Mentor certification with renowned teachers Jack Kornfield
and Tara Brach.
Sarah
Kaiser-Cross
Founder of Fill Your Cup LLC, Sarah originally hails from the sunny beachside town of Jupiter, FL. After a decade living and traveling in the Middle East, including the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Egypt, Israel, and Bahrain, Sarah is happy to find herself back in Florida, calling Miami home.
In addition to her corporate life, Sarah founded Fill Your Cup as a way to merge together the two things she loves most – meditation and wine. A WSET Level 3 certified wine professional and a certified Meditation teacher under Amanda Gilbert, Sarah’s passion lies in making both wine and meditation more accessible and less intimidating. Sarah brings a unique mix of experiences from her wine education and wine tasting adventures through South Africa, Chile, Bulgaria, Spain, Portugal, Italy, California, & Turkey, among others!
Sarah began her meditation practice in 2018, starting as an emergency meditator. When something was too much, she’d meditate. After a series of life’s craziest loops, Sarah immersed herself more deeply, eventually embarking on a 200+ hour meditation teacher training, graduating in 2023. Sarah’s dream is for people to find home within themselves through their meditation journey.
Accommodations
Private Room
Early Bird Special: 3500 Euro (until Dec 1, 2024)
Regular Rate: 3700 Euro
Shared Room (2 people)
Early Bird Special: 3200 Euro per person (until Dec 1, 2024)
Regular Rate: 3400 Euro per person
*Option for two twin beds or one queen bed
*Upon sending payment, we will take the euro/dollar conversion that day. If banking isn’t your thing, don’t worry, we’re here to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I come by myself?
Of course! We have single rooms and double rooms available, whichever you prefer. It’s always fun with friends too, and they are most welcome. Our double rooms have lower rates, so take advantage and convince a friend to come along! By the end, we're confident you'll be part of an incredible community, regardless of how you choose to join us.
What about food allergies? Can you accommodate me?
Yes, simply let us know. One of your hosts is gluten free and dairy free, so we get it. Please give us advance notice so we can work with the hotel to make your experience seamless and safe.
Do I need traveler’s insurance?
We strongly recommend you get it! Travel Insurance will protect you from any unexpected situations that may arise, including travel delays, unexpected health experiences, and more. We suggest booking through a provider like World Nomads.
What is the cancellation policy?
Please note that this retreat has a non-refundable policy. To ensure your peace of mind in case of illness or emergencies that may impact your attendance, we strongly recommend obtaining traveler's insurance.
What Our Clients Say
“Joyful mindfulness! Never have I laughed so much and learned so much at the same time. The wine education was the highlight - so thoughtfully and creatively executed. Combining yoga, meditation, and wine tasting into one comprehensive mindfulness experience is brilliant - what a unique sensory experience it was! Sarah and Sammy planned each day with such intention - immersing us in daily themes that threaded through every mindfulness activity. Upon arrival, they immediately created a safe and loving space that set a beautiful foundation for the week. I am so grateful I went on this journey and look forward to going on the next one with Soulful Vines!”
- K.
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