Connect & Create
Art Retreat
Ubud - Bali
Friday 19th - Tuesday 23rd September 2025
Step away from the hustle and into the serene embrace of enchanting Bali.
Spend five transformative days with Tay and Emily in Ubud, a vibrant sanctuary of creativity, spirituality, and natural wonder.
This retreat invites you to reconnect with yourself through the soulful magic of art, mindful meditation, and restorative sound therapy.
Immerse yourself in Ubud’s rich traditions, forge meaningful connections, and leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and deeply grounded.
Discover Your Artistic Side
Allow the vibrant colours and textures of Bali to awaken your imagination.
Capture the serene beauty of Ubud’s rice fields with a soft pastel landscape workshop.
Embrace playful creativity with a monkey sketching session inspired by the lively Monkey Forest.
Paint the delicate beauty of morning flower offerings in a tranquil watercolour workshop.
Express your journey with daily mixed-media art journaling, blending creativity with mindfulness.
Collaborate on a vibrant group mural, learning scaling techniques, material selection, and mural art skills.
Create for a cause: we are committed to donating a portion of our profits to helping those less fortunate.
Experience Magical Ubud
Master the intricacies of Batik making in a hands-on workshop.
Immerse yourself in the tranquil rhythms of sound healing sessions.
Wander through the mystical Monkey Forest and its lush pathways.
Be captivated by a live Balinese dance performance steeped in tradition.
Uncover fascinating stories during a museum visit dedicated to local art.
Experience a heartfelt blessing ceremony led by a Balinese priest.
Enjoy peaceful interludes to rest, recharge, and soak in Ubud’s serenity.
Stay and Savour
Enjoy a four night stay at a beautiful boutique hotel nestled in Ubud’s artistic heart
Each uniquely styled room offers a sanctuary of comfort and character, perfect for unwinding after inspiring days. With an exclusive art space on-site, you’ll have the ideal setting to nurture your creativity during relaxed afternoons.
Treat your taste buds to Ubud’s incredible cuisine, where healthy meets flavourful. From wholesome smoothie bowls to delectable traditional dishes, the variety of options at local warungs and renowned restaurants will leave you spoiled for choice. Whatever your preferences, there’s a dish to satisfy every craving.
Exchange
Own Room
$2,997
Shared Room (shared bed for couples and friends traveling together)
$2,797 per person
Payment plans are available on request.
What’s not included?
Participants are responsible for arranging and paying for their own travel to and from the Retreat, plus any meals and activities that are not included in the Retreat package.
Terms & Conditions
A $300 AUD non-refundable deposit payment is required at the time of booking to secure your spot. Payment plans are available.
Cancellations: If you need to cancel 3 months before the retreat start date you will be eligible for a refund of payments made. If you need to cancel after this date, your ticket is non-refundable, however we will try to fill your spot on your behalf.
Meet the Team
Emily
The Sound Gypsy
Tay
Meraki Boho
Tay - Meraki Boho
Tay is a mother of two, an early childhood educator, and the creative force behind Meraki Boho. She believes life—and walls—should be vibrant, fun, and packed with personality. After becoming a mum, Tay turned her lifelong passion for art into a career, and it’s been a colourful and fulfilling adventure ever since. Her bold, nature-inspired murals are her specialty, designed to bring spaces to life and spread joy through splashes of flora, fauna, and heart.
Through Meraki Boho, Tay combines her love of art with her mission to make creativity accessible to everyone. Whether she’s transforming a wall into a masterpiece or hosting workshops that invite people of all skill levels to explore their artistic side, Tay’s work is all about making people smile and celebrating the beauty of self-expression.
Emily - The Sound Gypsy
Emily is a multi-modality practitioner with professional qualifications in Psychology, Sound Therapy, Transpersonal Crystal Healing and Breathwork.
Born in England, Emily has lived and worked across the globe. She is currently located in beautiful Bali and will be our go-to girl for local tips and tricks on retreat!
Emily has been supporting women to find inner harmony for well over a decade. She believes in a holistic approach to wellness, offering science-backed self-care tools with a sprinkle of spiritual wisdom.
Our Mission
We met back in 2022 at a local small business event in the Perth Hills. We connected instantly and have been running collaborative workshops for a few years now! Our combined mission is to share the magic of beautiful places with others. Our offerings celebrate the natural scenery from wherever we gather. You can find us in beautiful venues in nature where we support you to take time to relax and connect with your creativity.
FAQs
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Bali requires a Visa On Arrival for a 30 day stay or less. This can be purchased upon arrival at the airport in Bali. The cost is $50AUD. There are no vaccination requirements to enter Bali.
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Perfect! you'll be in great company. Many women who attend our offerings haven't been to a retreat before, or haven't yet traveled to Bali. Feel reassured that you will be supported through the whole process.
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This offering is designed for anyone who wants to get creative and explore Ubud! All levels of artistic experience and confidence are welcome. We promise that you will feel safe, celebrated and supported.
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Unfortunately wheelchair access is not available at the retreat space. Please be aware that the footpaths in Bali can often be uneven and slippery underfoot, so please take care when exploring the area.
Have questions?
We get it! No question is a silly question when it comes to overseas Retreats! So ask away!
Emily will get back to you within 24 hours.
Remember to check your junk mail for her response.