Marrakech, Morocco
THE DARK MOON RETREAT
6 - 12 March 2027
"Certainly, travel is more than the seeing of sights;
it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living."
— Miriam Beard
These retreats are created for a woman standing at a crossroads… what I call the Time of Enodia — the sacred crossroads of midlife.
It is no accident that you feel restless here. This is the threshold where the choices you make begin shaping not just the next decade, but the legacy of your becoming. Our retreats are the intentional pause at that intersection — the space to look clearly down each path, to lay down the maps written by others, and to choose the direction that leads toward your most powerful, most authentic self. Like a torch in the dark, this experience is designed to illuminate what has always been waiting within you.
This is not a vacation, though it unfolds in breathtaking and energetically potent places — from the lush greens of Ireland to the volcanic shores of Iceland, from the vibrant labyrinths of Marrakech and beyond. Beauty is not incidental here; it is part of the initiation. Each retreat is carefully curated, deeply intentional, and woven to stir the soul. Luxury is present, but it is not the point. The point is transformation.
We gather in a circle of trust to honor the wisdom you have gathered across decades — the triumphs, the heartbreaks, the roles you have inhabited, the resilience you have embodied. Together, we gently and firmly release the outdated stories and limiting identities that no longer fit.
This is courageous self-discovery.
This is radical self-acceptance.
This is the reclamation of authorship.
Before, she may say, “I’m stuck. I’m restless. I don’t know what I want anymore.”
After, she knows who she is becoming — and trusts herself enough to walk toward her, fully, authentically, unapologetically.
The What…
On March 7th 2027, the moon will be Dark.
Join us for our annual Dark Moon Retreat in Marrakech, Morocco at Peacock Pavilions… 6 days and 7 nights in one of the most beautiful places on earth.
Our Dark Moon Ritual is designed to align participants with the intense, purifying energy of the Dark Moon. A time of introspection, shadow work, and radical release, this ceremony creates a sacred, supportive container for acknowledging the parts of the self that hold fear or limitation, and ceremonially letting them go to create space for new, bold intentions. It is meant to clear and prepare for the coming days of the retreat.
Peacock Pavilions
Peacock Pavilions is an artisanal boutique hotel in an olive grove on the outskirts of Marrakech. Part of the M.Montague offerings, Peacock Pavilions was designed and built by American author, blogger and designer, Maryam Montague, and her American husband, Chris Redecke.
The hotel, like the rest of M.Montague brand, supports Project Soar, a non-profit organization, which was established by the couple to empower local Moroccan girls through art and sports, as well as health and English language education.
Marrakech itself is a design, shopping, dining and spiritual mecca. An oasis in the Moroccan landscape.
The Why…
Why? There are the reasons we give out loud… we need rest. We long for connection. We just want space to think. All of this is true - but it is not the pulse beneath the surface. Beneath it is something wilder.
Midlife is not a crisis to survive; it is an initiation to walk through. After decades of tending, building, achieving, performing - after years of being what was needed - we reach a quiet threshold. The roles begin to loosen. The old identities no longer fit. And somewhere deep inside, a voice rises: Who am I now, when I am no longer becoming who the world asked me to be?
We have been handed a story about aging that whispers diminishment.
It is a lie.
This season is not about fading - it is about ignition. And yet so many women who appear accomplished, admired, and “together” are privately starving for something truer. Success has fed the résumé, but not the soul.
Reinvention is sacred work. Identity death is tender. Rebirth is disorienting. This kind of becoming asks for witnesses - for women who will sit at the edge of the fire with you and say, I see you. Keep going. Cracking open is braver in community. Safer. Holier.
This retreat exists because women are standing at a rite of passage no one is naming. It is a crossing. A shedding. A reclamation of authorship. It is the moment a woman stops living as a character in someone else’s story and begins writing her own - with a steadier hand, a fuller voice, and a truth that is no longer negotiable.
THE AGENDA
DAY 1
As we all arrive from the airport in Marrakech, you will be greeted with a cocktail and invited to lounge by the sparkling pool. We'll enjoy a gourmet dinner together in the luxury dining tent nestled on the property.
DAY 2
We will start with breakfast on the terrace (weather allowing) and a morning of intentional movement and ritual to open our sacred circle for the week.
We’ll lunch at Peacock Pavilions before heading over to Ensemble Artisanal for the afternoon, and the intoxicating energy of dinner and performances in the square of Jemaa el-Fna.
DAY 3
A full breakfast on the terrace, followed by our first workshop.
Then a delicious lunch before a short drive to the famous Jardin Majorelle.
Cocktails at the famous Royal Mansour and dinner at the renowned El Fenn.
DAY 4
Breakfast at Peacock Pavilion followed by a day in the Medina to enjoy the energy of the souks and lunch.
We will come together that evening for a traditional Death Dinner*.
DAY 5
Late brunch and then a day trip to the Agafay Desert for swimming, camel riding, dinner in a luxurious tent and star-gazing by the camp fire.
DAY 6
Breakfast at the Pavilion, then a short drive to the WA Spa for Hammam and Massage, followed by a lunch at one of the premier dining spots in the city.
We will finish the evening with a cocktail and henna party, our farewell dinner and our closing ceremony.
DAY 7
Our last breakfast together and departures.
P L E A S E N O T E :
All meals are included in your retreat fee.
All cocktails are an additional out of pocket expense except the welcome cocktail & cocktail party on our final night.
*A Death Dinner is a gathering over a meal where the guests are invited to share thoughts, fears and hopes around their own mortality. Sharing is 100% optional.
$4265
$3625.25
EARLY BIRD PRICING // PAY IN FULL BY 31 MARCH 2026 AND SAVE 15%
payment plans available at checkout
What’s Included?
7 DAYS/6 NIGHT LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS
double-occupancy
(private available at added cost)
THREE GOURMET MEALS PER DAY EITHER ON PROPERTY OR IN TOWN
ALL TRANSPORTATION
Airport transfers to and from Peacock Pavilions, trips to Marrakech and Agafay.
ALL EVENT FEES
Including our tour of the Medina and henna at our Henna Party.
A PRE-TRAVEL CHECK-IN
We'll come together via Zoom to answer any questions or concerns you may have approx. 90 days before travel
A SPECIAL CARE BOX
A special curated box to ship to you approx. 90 days prior to travel - goodies and surprises to prep you for our adventure
International Airfare, and other personal transporation costs
Travel Insurance and Health Insurance (MANDATORY)
All alcohol aside from the Welcome Reception and Henna Party
Shopping/spending money!
What’sNot Included?
FAQ
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YES! This will be the fourth time I have led a retreat at Peacock Pavilions.
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Absolutely! It is a thriving city so standard safety practices should be kept. Additionally, it is a Muslim country and there are certain expectations in the way women dress. We'll go into details about specifics during our pre-trip Zoom.
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Just a passport!
Be sure that your passport does not expire within six months of our travel dates.
If you need to update your passport allow a minimum of three months to do so.
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YES. Travel insurance is mandatory and we have a very strict refund policy. (see below)
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Deposits are 100% NON-refundable. All additional payments may be refunded ONLY if you are able to find a replacement to take your spot. All other payments are final.
No refunds will be given for passport issues, missed flight connections resulting in late arrival or any health related issues. THIS IS WHY TRAVEL INSURANCE IS MANDATORY.