The Retreat Specialists

10/11/2025

It never stops at the first “yes.”

That first yes — to build a retreat, to take the leap, to finally honour what’s calling you — is just the doorway.

Because once you step through it, everything begins to shift.

You start to see yourself differently.
You start to trust your inner voice more than the noise around you.
You start to remember that this was never just about creating something for others — it was always about coming home to yourself.

That’s what happens inside this work.
It’s not about becoming someone new.
It’s about becoming you.

And as you do, everything else — the vision, the clarity, the courage — begins to unfold naturally.

That’s why I always say… when you choose to lead retreats, you’re not just building an experience —
you’re awakening one.

Within yourself.
Within every woman who walks beside you.
Within the collective movement that is UGWA. ✨

Because the deeper you go, the more expansive the world around you becomes.

04/11/2025

It always starts with one intention…

But what unfolds is rarely what we expect.

When women come to work with me, they often think they’re here to build something — a retreat, a business, a next step.
But what they’re really doing is becoming someone.

Because when you start to shape a retreat, you’re not just designing an experience for others —
you’re tuning into your own truth.
You’re peeling back layers, meeting the parts of yourself that have been waiting to be seen, and remembering why you’re here.

And that’s where the magic happens.

Over and over again, I see women step into their power not because of the business strategy — but because they finally give themselves permission to follow what feels aligned.

That’s when UGWA calls them in.
Not as a project.
But as a home — a collective of women who are walking this same path of purpose, expansion, and connection.

Because what begins as a business journey almost always becomes a spiritual one.
And what we build in the process is far more than retreats — it’s a movement. ✨

When you say yes to leading transformation for others, you’re really saying yes to your own evolution.

03/11/2025

When women come to work with me, it’s never just business — it’s always something deeper.

It’s rarely just about building a retreat or growing a business.

There’s almost always something more — a higher purpose calling them forward.

Time and again, I’ve seen women arrive with one intention — to refine their retreat, find clarity, or get support in their next step — and leave with a connection that weaves them into something much bigger.

That “something” often leads them straight into UGWA — The Ultimate Girls Week Away — and the collective that’s become a home for women who lead with heart, purpose, and authenticity.

Because when we say yes to creating transformation for others…
we inevitably transform ourselves, too.

01/11/2025

Tip: Build Before You Announce
Don’t wait until everything is perfect. Start building your community now — share your journey, your insights, and your “why.” People fall in love with your story long before your sales page.

31/10/2025

Lesson from the Retreat Field
The best facilitators aren’t the loudest — they’re the most present. Practice deep listening. Transformation begins the moment someone feels truly heard.

30/10/2025

Behind the Magic of UGWA
Ultimate Girls Week Away isn’t just a retreat — it’s a movement. It’s where facilitators watch transformation unfold in real time. UGWA is where retreat leaders learn how to truly hold space.

29/10/2025

Why Learning From Experience Matters

When it comes to leading retreats, experience isn’t just valuable — it’s vital.

You can read every checklist, follow every online course, and still feel unprepared when you’re standing in front of a room full of women, holding space for their transformation. That’s where wisdom comes in — the kind that’s only gained through years of real-world retreats, unexpected challenges, and those unforgettable “aha” moments that shape who you are as a facilitator.

Learning from someone who’s been there — who’s seen what works and what doesn’t — saves you time, money, and emotional energy. It helps you avoid the mistakes that can derail your retreat before it begins, and instead focus on the magic: creating an experience that flows with ease, intention, and impact.

Inside the 12-Month Program, you’ll learn not just from me, but from decades of collective knowledge — from how to market and budget sustainably to how to energetically lead with confidence and heart.

Because great retreats aren’t built on theory.
They’re built on wisdom, presence, and practice — passed from one leader to the next.

This is your invitation to learn from those who’ve walked the path, so you can step into your own mastery faster, stronger, and with more grace.

Please get in touch via messenger if you would like the details or email me at admin@ultimategirlsweekaway.com

28/10/2025

Your Retreat Vision Matters
Every powerful retreat starts with one spark — your vision. Ask yourself: What do I want women to walk away with? When you lead from that place, everything else — the venue, pricing, and marketing — aligns effortlessly.

23/10/2025

The first Women’s Wellness Retreats Worldwide…

Posted by Abby Forbes Williams

The inaugural Sell Out Retreats Summit 2025 💫
was more than an event. It was the beginning of a global movement. Women leaders from around the world came together in San Diego to connect, collaborate, and redefine what it truly means to lead in wellness and business.

This first summit marked the start of a new era where women no longer have to choose between being soulful and being successful. We are proving that we can be high-achieving businesswomen and deeply authentic, heart-centered entrepreneurs all at once. We do not have to follow the traditional patriarchal systems of hustle and hierarchy to make an impact. Instead, we are building a new model rooted in collaboration, intuition, and integrity.

At the Sell Out Retreats Summit, we bring together strategy and spirit. We teach women how to build profitable, sustainable retreat businesses while staying deeply connected to their wellness, their purpose, and their communities. We believe that abundance and alignment can coexist and that success, when led by compassion and authenticity, creates a ripple effect that transforms lives far beyond our own.

The energy, breakthroughs, and sisterhood that emerged at this first summit are already creating waves of transformation. Women from across the globe are upleveling their businesses, forming collaborations, and stepping boldly into new seasons of success and visibility. The momentum is undeniable, proof that the future of leadership is feminine, balanced, and brave.

This gathering was born through the collaboration of women who share the same vision of empowerment and integrity. Under the leadership of Abby Forbes Williams, founder of Women’s Wellness Retreats Worldwide, and Liesel Albrecht, the Retreat Specialist, founder of the Ultimate Girls Week Away Retreats , and with the heartfelt support of Dr. Victoria Shaw, Intuitive coach & counselor in San Diego and owner of Cactus Blossom Retreat and Leni Cavazos, the Retreat Planner in Mexico, the summit represented the unity and collective strength of women leading change across continents.

This is only the beginning of a global legacy that invites women to heal, lead, create, and transform. Together, we are showing the world that wellness and success are not opposites. They are partners in the rise of a new kind of leader.
And we can…Sell Out Retreats without selling out our soul…

“While other events may emerge, the heart of this movement remains intentionally devoted to women. We believe that when female leaders unite in purpose and lift one another, they create a wave of change far greater than competition, a rising tide of women empowering women.”

Abby Williams is the founder of Women’s Wellness Retreats Worldwide and creator of the Sell Out Retreats Summit, dedicated to empowering women to lead with purpose, create conscious businesses, and inspire global change through wellness and service.
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My heart is overflowing with gratitude for the extraordinary women who came together to bring this vision to life. There are far too many to name individually, but each one contributed to the magic that sparked this movement. More photos and videos by the incredible Mia Stallard will be shared soon! This is only the beginning as we prepare for the next
Sell Out Retreats Summit, coming
September 25 - 27, 2026 near Mexico City! — with Sheri Rosenthal and 17 others.

12/09/2025

🚨 FINAL CALL FOR SAN DIEGO! 🚨

Hello amazing retreat women of the world,

I’m Liesel Albrecht — The Retreat Specialist — and I’m beyond excited to invite you to something truly special: the Women’s Wellness Retreat Summit, October 4th & 5th in San Diego.

This isn’t just another event. This is a gathering of leaders and change-makers — women who are shaping the future of the retreat and wellness industry.

Whether you’re just starting out or have been holding space for years, this summit is your chance to step into something bigger.

Over two powerful days we’ll dive into:
• Real conversations about what’s working (and what’s not) in retreats today
• Tangible tools to grow and elevate your own offerings
• Shared wisdom from experienced facilitators and industry experts
• Collaboration opportunities that turn ideas into action

✨ Spots are almost gone. If you’ve been on the fence, this is your sign.

I can’t wait to welcome you to San Diego and witness the connections, growth, and breakthroughs that will unfold.

The #1 Business Growth Summit for Women Who Sell Out Retreats. Fill Every Retreat. Grow Your Profit. Lead With Impact. October 4–5, 2025

01/09/2025

✨ LABOR DAY FLASH SALE – 12 HOURS ONLY! ✨
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Beautiful leaders, this is your moment! For TODAY ONLY, we are offering 50% OFF VIP tickets to the Sell Out Retreats Summit, the International Women’s Wellness Retreat Leaders Summit happening in San Diego, October 4–5 🌍💃

That means you can grab your VIP Experience for just $497 USD (a $4,000+ value)! 🙌

Here’s what your VIP ticket includes:
✅ Everything in General Admission
✅ Front row seating at all sessions
✅ Private VIP lunch and mastermind with Sheri Rosenthal
✅ Exclusive networking access with featured speakers
✅ Premium VIP gift package
✅ Leaders Reception on Friday October 3
✅ Retreat Ready VIP Experience on Monday October 6

🔥 This offer is only good for 12 hours. Comment VIP below to claim your 50% off ticket before it’s gone!

💖 Don’t wait – invest in yourself, your retreats, and your business growth today!