2026 RETREAT SOUTHWEST
Here & Now: A Desert Wellness Retreat
Hot Springs • Mountains • Yoga • Spa
October 14–18, 2026 • 5 Days / 4 Nights • All-Inclusive
(Wednesday – Sunday)
Book by May 20, 2026 and save $250! Use code: HOTSPRINGS250
$599 deposit to reserve ($559 if sharing a suite) + 4 monthly equal payments.
Total costs per person:
• Private Deluxe Queen Suite: $3,995 via credit card or $3,945 via Zelle (Regular: $4,245)
• Shared Deluxe Queen Double Suite: $3,795 via credit card or $3,745 via Zelle (Regular: $4,045)
~ Boulder, Colorado
~ Ojo Caliente Mineral Hot Springs Spa Resort, NM
~ Albuquerque, New Mexico
Join Here and Now Yoga, Wellness & Arts Collective for an unforgettable Southwest journey —part adventure, part retreat, and one long, needed exhale.
We’ll begin in beautiful Boulder, Colorado, surrounded by mountain views and crisp fall air. Our first day starts with a welcome lunch at the stunning and eclectic Dushanbe Tea House, followed by a gentle nature walk at Chautauqua Park. That evening, we’ll stay at the historic Hotel Boulderado, a Victorian landmark right in the heart of town.
The next morning, we hit the road for an adventure through the open Southwest, traveling toward New Mexico with a picnic lunch and a memorable stop at the breathtaking White Sands National Park—a surreal landscape of rolling white dunes and endless sky.
From there, we arrive at the heart of our retreat: Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa. Their sulfur-free, geothermal waters have been flowing from volcanic aquifers for thousands of years with over 100,000 gallons surfacing daily. For the next four days / three nights, immerse yourself in natural mineral hot springs, daily yoga and meditation, gourmet meals, scenic nature trails, beautiful accommodations, and optional spa treatments. There will be plenty of time to soak, rest, wander, reflect, and reconnect—with yourself and with nature.
Our final day is intentionally spacious, with time for one more morning soak before we make our way to Albuquerque. We’ll spend the afternoon exploring charming Old Town Albuquerque, where adobe-lined streets, artisan shops, galleries, and local treasures invite a leisurely wander. We’ll gather for a relaxed lunch together, with time to shop, stroll, and take in one more sunset and all the colors and character of the Southwest before heading to the airport for our evening flight home.
You’ve been needing a reset, some beauty, some quiet, and something to look forward to—this is it. Come experience the magic of the Southwest—with us, and with yourself—the place is here, the time is now.
A gentle note about elevation:
Boulder sits at approximately 5,000 feet above sea level, and our New Mexico destinations are closer to 6,000 feet, so we’ll be taking things at an easy pace to allow everyone time to acclimate comfortably. Staying hydrated is key—we highly recommend drinking plenty of water, coconut water, and other electrolyte-rich beverages throughout the trip. Limiting alcohol and caffeine during the first day or two can also help your body adjust more smoothly, along with eating nourishing meals and getting good rest.
Your Retreat Leader: Michelle Ingkavet Cavanagh, studio co-owner, yoga instructor with 16 years of yoga teaching experience and 30+ years as a professional wellness practitioner across fitness, martial arts, and dance. Michelle’s grounded, intuitive teaching blends mindful movement, strength, fluidity, humor and accessible challenge to meet every person’s needs, challenges and levels of practice.
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS
What’s Included:
• 4 Nights Luxury Private Accommodations
• 14 Gourmet Meals (Vegetarian, Pescatarian)
• Yoga
• Guided Meditation
• Mineral Hot Springs
• Visit to White Sands National Park
• Nature Walks
• Entertainment
• Retreat Gift Bag
• All Local Airport / Interstate Transportation (road trip!)
What’s Not Included:
• Spa Treatments
• Gratuities
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Thoughtfully prepared vegetarian meals are included throughout the retreat, with fish and poultry served at dinner. Additional beef and pork selections are available à la carte and are not included in retreat pricing
• Multi-City Airfare (Fly into Denver, CO / Fly out of Albuquerque, NM)
• Transportation to / from home and local airport
ITINERARY (subject to change)
DAY ONE (Wed 10/14):
Fly into DENVER, CO on morning of Wednesday October 14, 2026 —
10:30/11:00am: Approximate Arrival time in Denver, CO
Drive from Denver airport to Boulder, CO (45-60 min) rented van
12:30 – 1:45pm: LUNCH: The Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse
2:00-2:40pm: Easy NATURE WALK: Chautauqua Park
3:00-4:00pm: CHECK-IN The Hotel Boulderado
A gentle note about elevation:
Boulder sits at approximately 5,000 feet above sea level, and our New Mexico destinations are closer to 6,000 feet, so we’ll be taking things at an easy pace to allow everyone time to acclimate comfortably. Staying hydrated is key—we highly recommend drinking plenty of water, coconut water, and other electrolyte-rich beverages throughout the trip. Limiting alcohol and caffeine during the first day or two can also help your body adjust more smoothly, along with eating nourishing meals and getting good rest.
5:15-6:30pm: DINNER at local restaurant TBD
7:00pm: EVENING ENTERTAINMENT TBD
DAY TWO (Thu 10/15):
8-8:45am: BREAKFAST: Hotel Restaurant
9:15am: CHECK-OUT / DEPART Boulder, CO – Road Trip SOUTH
1:30-2:45pm: PICNIC LUNCH: Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve
2:45/3:00pm: DEPART SAND DUNES – drive to Ojo Caliente, NM (6,000 ft above sea level)
5-5:30pm: CHECK-IN Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Spa & Resort, NM
6:00-7:15pm: DINNER: Artesian Restaurant
7:45-10pm: SOAK / SPA appts / RELAX (Note: Spa treatments additional cost)
DAY THREE (Fri 10/16): Complimentary coffee served daily in the Wine Bar from 7am-9am.
7:00-8:15am: YOGA & MEDITATION at the Yoga Yurt with your host: Michelle (our retreat only)
8:30-9:30am: BREAKFAST: Artesian Restaurant
9:30am – 1pm: SOAK / SPA appts / RELAX
(9:00am: Yoga class at the Yoga Yurt – as space available / open to all guests)
(10:45am: Yoga class at the Yoga Yurt – as space available / open to all guests)
(12:30pm: $25 Yoga class at the Yoga Yurt – as space available / open to the public)
1-2:15pm: LUNCH: Artesian Restaurant
2:15-6:00pm: SOAK / SPA appts / RELAX
4:30-5:30pm: NATURE WALK / OUTDOOR MEDITATION
6:00-7:15pm: DINNER: Artesian Restaurant
7:30-10:00pm: SOAK / SPA appts / RELAX
DAY FOUR (Sat 10/17): Complimentary coffee served daily in the Wine Bar from 7am-9am.
7:00-8:15am: YOGA & MEDITATION at the Yoga Yurt with your host: Michelle (our retreat only)
8:30-9:30am: BREAKFAST: Artesian Restaurant
(9:00am: Yoga class at the Yoga Yurt – as space available / open to all guests)
(10:45am: Yoga class at the Yoga Yurt – as space available / open to all guests)
(12:30pm: $25 Yoga class at the Yoga Yurt – as space available / open to the public)
9:30am-1:00pm: SOAK / SPA appts / RELAX
1:00-2:15pm: LUNCH: Artesian Restaurant
2:15-6:00pm: SOAK / SPA appts / RELAX
4:30-5:30pm: NATURE WALK / OUTDOOR MEDITATION
6:00-7:15pm: DINNER: Artesian Restaurant
7:30-10:00pm: SOAK / SPA appts / RELAX
DAY FIVE (Sun 10/18): Complimentary coffee served daily in the Wine Bar from 7am-9am.
7:00-8:15am: SOAK
8:30-9:30am: BREAKFAST: Artesian Restaurant
9:30-10:00am: CHECK-OUT
10:00am-12:00pm: Drive to Albuquerque
12:30-2:00pm: LUNCH: Old Town Albuquerque: Church Street Cafe
2:00-5:00pm: SHOPPING / EXPLORING Old Town Albuquerque
5:30-7:00pm: See the Sunset— appetizers and beverages at Hotel Chaco, Level 5
8:00pm: Return Rental Van
9:00pm: CHECK-IN: ALBUQUERQUE AIRPORT (ABQ)
11:00pm: FLIGHTS HOME —arrive approximately 5am Monday, October 19, 2026
You’ve been needing a reset, some beauty, some quiet, and something to look forward to—this is it. Come experience the magic of the Southwest—with us, and with yourself—the place is here, the time is now.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Your first payment is a non-refundable deposit. (If paid in full, cancellation terms will follow the same non-refundable deposit schedule as the payment plan option.)
Refunds for the remaining balance (minus the deposit) are as follows:
120 days or more before start: 100% refund.
90-119 days before start: 50% refund.
Fewer than 60 days before start: No refund.
By registering and placing your deposit, you agree to this cancellation policy.
