InScape International Morocco Retreat FAQs
InScape International
Morocco Retreat FAQs
The Experience
Why Morocco?
Morocco is a place of contrast, texture, beauty, rhythm, and perspective.
It has a way of interrupting autopilot and awakening the senses.
The experience of being immersed in its art, architecture, color, craftsmanship, and pace naturally invites you to see both the world — and yourself — differently.
For this retreat, Morocco isn’t just the backdrop. It’s part of the transformation.
Why now?
Because many women reach a point where they go beyond their success. Something deeper within is ready to emerge.
This retreat was designed for women who sense they are at a threshold (personally, creatively, emotionally, or professionally) and want the space to reconnect with themselves before the next chapter unfolds.
Why are you limiting the group size?
Because intimacy changes the experience. This retreat is intentionally designed to feel personal, connected, spacious, and high-touch (not crowded or transactional).
A smaller group allows for deeper conversations, meaningful relationships, individualized attention, and a level of care that simply isn’t possible in a larger retreat environment.
It’s also important to us that this inaugural experience feels deeply supported and thoughtfully held.
As we guide this first pilot retreat, we want the space to be fully present with each woman throughout the journey; listening closely, gathering insights, and refining the experience in real time with care and intention.
For us, this first retreat is about depth, excellence, and creating something meaningful.
What makes this retreat different from other luxury retreats or tours?
This is not simply a vacation, a coaching event, or a sightseeing tour.
We designed this experience around two core beliefs:
Until you see the pattern, you are the pattern.
Your outer world follows your inner world.
Every element of the retreat, from the locations, conversations, cultural immersion, beauty, pacing, and experiences, is intentionally curated to create the conditions where new clarity, perspective, and possibility can naturally emerge.
The luxury is not just in where we stay. It’s in how the experience is held.
What does a typical day look like?
No two days are exactly alike, and that's by design.
Most days include a thoughtful balance of cultural exploration, meaningful conversations, exceptional meals, personal reflection, optional movement, and unhurried time to simply experience Morocco.
Some mornings may begin with gentle yoga or Qoya-inspired movement. Some afternoons are filled with exploring vibrant medinas, artisan workshops, or breathtaking landscapes. Other moments are intentionally left open—to linger over tea, enjoy a spa treatment, journal by the pool, or simply soak in the beauty around you.
We've intentionally designed each day with a rhythm of discovery, connection, spaciousness, and restoration.
Is this retreat appropriate if my life/business is already successful?
Absolutely. In fact, many women who resonate most with this experience are already highly capable, accomplished, and successful.
This retreat is about creating space to reconnect with yourself beyond performance, pressure, responsibility, and momentum.
Sometimes the women who “have it all together” are the ones most craving a deeper sense of presence, clarity, creativity, and aliveness.
What if I’m successful on paper but still feel disconnected from myself?
You are not alone.
Many high-achieving women become incredibly skilled at managing, producing, leading, and performing, while quietly losing connection with parts of themselves along the way.
This retreat is not about abandoning your success. It’s about reconnecting with the parts of you that may have been buried beneath the pace of creating it.
What if I’ve outgrown parts of my current life but don’t know what’s next?
You do not need to arrive with answers.
Many women who join experiences like this because they can feel something is shifting.
This retreat offers space, perspective, beauty, conversation, and reflection that often make it easier to hear yourself clearly again.
THE JOURNEY
Where will we be staying?
One of the most memorable parts of this retreat is the collection of extraordinary, 5-star places we'll call home throughout the journey. Rather than staying in a single location, we've intentionally chosen three distinct properties that each offer a different experience of Morocco.
Each property has been selected for its beauty and comfort, and also because it contributes to the overall rhythm and transformation of the retreat.
How involved are Melinda and Nell throughout the retreat?
Very.
One of the things that makes this experience unique is that both Nell and Melinda are fully immersed in the retreat the entire time alongside the women attending.
They are not simply showing up for scheduled sessions or teaching from a distance.
They travel, experience, dine, explore, and move through the journey and in between spaces together with you, sharing their experience and expertise while creating a level of intimacy, connection, and support that is rare in most retreat environments.
How active is the retreat?
This retreat is designed to be restorative rather than physically demanding.
That said, we'll enjoy walking through medinas, exploring villages and landscapes, and experiencing Morocco at a comfortable pace. Optional yoga and Qoya movement sessions will be offered, along with optional activities such as kayaking, horseback riding, biking, paddleboarding, or simply relaxing at La Sultana. Participation is always optional.
Will there be free time?
Absolutely.
We've intentionally built spaciousness into the itinerary with leisurely mornings, quiet afternoons, time in the desert, and an entire afternoon at La Sultana to enjoy however you choose—spa, hammam, kayaking, journaling, reading, swimming, napping, or simply being.
Some of the most meaningful moments are in the spaces we intentionally leave open.
Is Morocco safe for women travelers?
Yes. We have intentionally designed this experience for safety, comfort, and support.
We work with reputable, trusted local partners, guides, drivers, and luxury properties throughout the retreat, and participants will be well-supported from arrival to departure.
Like any international destination, awareness and thoughtful travel practices matter. But Morocco is also a deeply welcoming, hospitable, and unforgettable place to experience.
Is this retreat safe for solo travelers?
Absolutely.
Many women attend transformational retreats on their own, and this experience is intentionally designed to feel welcoming, connected, and supportive from the very beginning.
You will not feel like you are navigating the experience alone.
In fact, many solo travelers leave with meaningful friendships and connections that continue long after the retreat ends.
Are the rooms shared or private?
Participants may choose a shared or private room, depending on availability and pricing.
We intentionally select beautiful, high-end, 5-star properties that provide both connection and personal space throughout the journey.
For women who prefer to share a room, there is a reduced investment. Click the button below for all options.
Investment & Registration
What is included in the retreat price?
Private transfer from Marrakech Airport to hotel
Private transfer from hotel to Casablanca Airport
All lodging: 4 nights Riad 72, 1 night Inara Camp, 2 nights La Sultana – Oualidia
All meals
Private, air-conditioned vehicle with driver assigned to group throughout the Retreat
English-speaking guide throughout the Retreat
Workshops, networking, and coaching throughout the Retreat
Admission fees to monuments, museums, mosques, and palaces
Tips: Meals, private transfers, private driver, tour guide
Partnership with Infinite Morocco: travel agency and tour operators
And here’s what’s not included:
Flights to and from Morocco
Alcohol
Optional excursions: Hot Air Balloon
Spa and free-time activities at La Sultana
Is there an advantage to paying in full?
Yes. Pay in Full saves an additional $500 regardless of when you register.
Pay-in-full participants also receive a private pre-retreat coaching session with Melinda.
Are payment plans available?
Yes.
We understand that experiences like this are a meaningful investment, and we offer payment plan options to make participation more accessible and ease financial planning.
There is a $3,500 deposit to secure your spot, and the remaining balance is divided between two payments (Dec 1 & Feb 1). There are no additional fees for this option.
Also, some women prefer to pay in full at the time of booking. If that’s your preference, we offer a $500 savings. Those who pay in full also receive a private, pre-retreat 1:1 coaching session to begin their journey.
What is your cancellation/refund policy?
Because of the advance planning, luxury accommodations, and limited group size involved, all retreat payments are non-refundable. Should you need to cancel or become unable to attend the retreat, you may receive a refund of recoverable costs, if any, upon receipt from the vendor(s).
We will do our best to recover any costs to you. We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance to help protect your investment in the event of unexpected circumstances.
Our goal is always to approach these situations with clarity, fairness, and care.
What if I have additional questions?
Reach out to either melinda@melindacohan.com (540.314.9779) or nell@nelldaniel.com (646.342.3218)
I hope we have the honor of experiencing Morocco with you! We'll see you there!
