Dream
Autumn Equinox
September 18-24, 2025
Incubation
Greece
a journey to the healing waters of the sea and dreams
This is an invitation to cultivate dream magic through…
Join us in the crystalline blue waters of the Greek Islands for a week of dream healing through the ancient practice of dream incubation.
Dreams are portals to the imaginal realm where we can encounter moments of profound healing, receive messages from the divine, and be gifted dreams from the consciousness of supportive beings and spirits.
You are invited on a pilgrimage that begins when you say yes, and culminate in a long Holy Night of Dreaming at our temple in the Greek Islands.
The villa where we will stay will become a dream incubation pilgrimage site, to which you will journey to seek a dream, or dreams from the spirits.
The Dreaming Temple Complexes of the Ancient Greek world were focused primarily on healing. To the ancient Greeks, illness in the body was seen as an imbalance in the spirit. Therefore, the world of spirit and the spiritual body was attended to as well as the physical body. When people traveled to ancient dreaming temples, they sought healing through dreams first, and from these dreams priests of the temple gained insight into how to approach physical healing.
Just as the Greeks once went to healing dream incubation temples to receive a healing dream from the gods, so too can we create our own dream incubation experience to support our healing journey through direct healings, ecstatic dreamworld experiences, rituals, and more.
Come bathe yourself in the land of the water nymphs, the bees, and the sacred sea.
See what dreams may come.
Open to all genders.
The Dreaming
Island of the Water Nymphs
Als Marmarei, which translates to "Sparkling Sea", will be our home for the duration of our retreat.
Run by a mother-daughter team, the villa sits on rugged hills with breathtaking views of the Cyclades. After attending my course Dream Seeking last year, Anais, our host, invited me to teach the same style of dream incubation retreat at her property.
As such the property, the owner, and myself have all been incubating in the dream of this gathering for some time.
Needless to say, the land is waiting for us.
THe Villa
In the evenings, stargazing from the terrace is truly magical, while dawn breaks soft and inviting over the sea.
There is a beautiful group space for yoga, dance, and meditation, where we will conduct many of our retreat gatherings.
For the water nymph (or satyr) in all of us, there is a pool as well as walking access (30 min) the beach of Sikamia with it's pristine, clear shimmering waters.
3 meals a day will be lovingly prepared by Theodora. They will be inspired by local foods, with plenty of fruit and vegetables. The meals are vegetarian based, but meat will be provided for some meals. Your dietary needs will be accounted for.
Tea and coffee will be avilable throughout the day, as well as lite snacks.
You are also welcome to use the kitchens in the cottages to attend to any personal dietary desires.
The Food
To dream with the spirits of the land, we will eat from the bounty of the land.
Each room has its own identity, decorated with earthy, pastel, and vivid colors. There is a fireplace in the main living room.
The beds have anatomically- friendly mattresses of excellent quality and the windows and balcony doors have screens to keep out insects.
Bathrooms and student kitchens are shared.
Shower and beach towels will be provided.
Sleeping & Dreaming
The Days and Nights
Our time together will be spent cultivating relationship with self, relationship with the land, and relationship with the spirits.
In the days, we will work with movement practices, meditations, art, and other sacred practices to open our minds, hearts, and bodies to receive healing dreams.
Over the course of the first few days you will come to understand the nature of healing dreams and what it is to work with intention dreaming. In both our days and nights will be calling on the nymphs of the island, as well as your personal guides, to visit you in waking and dreaming.
On the 5th day, we will spend the day ritually preparing for our holy night of dreaming. While dreams may occur on any night, this night is specifically dedicated to the dream vigil.
Beyond this we will also immerse ourselves in the nature, beauty, and culture of Kea.
This will include:
• Sikamia beach - a 30 minute walk/5 min drive
• Visiting the pedestrian city Loulida, which includes the ancient lion of Kea and the Spring of Benjamin
• Sampling Thyme honey, for which the island is famous
• An optional night sleeping on the beach of Sikamia to dream with the sea
• A visit to Ancient Karthea and the temples of Athena and Pythion Apollo
The Retreat Format:
3pm Arrival
7:00 pm Gathering Dinner
8:30 Ceremonial dream night opening
Day 1
8-10am Breakfast
10am - Morning Sessions
12:30 Lunch and Break
Afternoon Sessions or Explorations
7:30pm Dinner
occasional short evening session
Days 2-4
8-10am Breakfast
Ceremonial Preparations
with group
Lunch
Afternoon Preparations
7:30 Dinner
Dream Incubation Night & Night Vigils
Day/Night 5
Day 7
Dawn Gathering
8-10am Breakfast
10am Morning Movement Integration
Lunch and Rest
Afternoon Dream Mirroring
7:30 Dinner
Final Evening Celebration
8-10am Breakfast
10am Closing Circle
11am Goodbyes
day 6
Ariella met me with such grace, openness, curiosity, deep wisdom and love. So much magic within her and held around her for us all to transform. I felt deeply held in her presence, never once judged, just so much allowance for me to be, for me to feel, for me learn. She facilitates in such a way that there is gentle, but deep unfolding all around you and within you. I was allowed to deeply rest, to deeply feel into my body, deeply return to self. When I look back on my time at Sol Henge, it feels like a dream, like the most beautiful dream, if I could live forever in that dream, I would.
for what felt like the first time in my life
"I was truly seen and heard
Finnigan N., Designer
France retreat, 2019
What people say
about my retreats:
Facilitators Ariella and Gina created a safe and protective container for the deep and meaningful work to come alive. The practices I learned while in attendance will have a lasting and positive effect on my healing path and practice. The integration of all that we learned and developed over the course of the time there was both affirming and magical to say the very least.
the overall experience was life changing.
"The retreat was much more than expected.
Rayborne, Healer
California retreat, 2023
What people say
about my retreats:
Again thank you Ariella for your continued service towards the integration of the feminine into its wholeness. Thank you for the magic you weave.
and has been such an incredible catalyst in my growth.
"The retreat continues to bring gifts and lessons to the surface
Shannon
California Retreat, 2023
So much "learning" happens in the mind nowadays, but this experience is designed for the whole self. 6 months later, new parts of myself are awakening that are shifting decades old perceptions.
I walked in as a woman wanting to learn. I walked out as part of the mystery.
I walked in to a cool retreat. I walked out of a ancient portal.
Elyna, Business Coach
France Retreat 2023
as well as harkening back to when women were the holders and bearers of the Sacred. The (retreat) work is embodied while also drawing deeply on the imagination. While teaching us practices that can easily be brought back into everyday life. The revelations that came out of the retreat will be pondered and ruminated over for years to come.
She grounds her work in myth, poetry, and the bees themselves
I have taken several classes with Ariella including her 10-month beekeeping course.
Lori, California
California Retreat 2024
It opened up doors that I didn’t know existed inside of me. I felt truly held during this great transition, as I learned more about myself and the world around me.
"The retreaet was an incredible and beautiful life changing experience
Katie A.
France Retreat 2018
Travel to Als Marmarei
Fly into Athens airport
From here you will take a 30 minute taxi (approx $50), or local bus to Lavrio port.
At the port you will take a ferry to the Island (approx $15).
From here we will pick you up and drive you the half hour to the villa.
Alternatively, you can rent a car to have ease of access around the island.
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- 6 night's accommodation in a single or queen bed
- 7 days of practices, ceremony, and dreamwork
- Nourishing, home-cooked meals
- Access to student kitchens
- Transportation from Kea's port
- Guided excursions to local sacred sites
- Full access to 2 swimming in pools and sea
- A community of collective dreaming
What's Included
What's Not included
- Airfare to and from Greece
- Transportation to Kea island port
- Transportation around the island beyond guided excursions (but you can rent a car).
- Travel insurance
- Personal food and gifts purchased in town
Fees include all accommodations, 3 meals a day, snack and tea/coffee, access to retreat center, guided workshop.
Pricing
A queen bed in one of the 4 cottages with private access to patio. Includes linens, shared bathroom, shower towel, and beach towel. Includes shared bathroom, small kitchen and seating area.
These beds can be shared by couples or friends.
To honor the land and it's people, if you are local to Kea and/or local to Greece please see discounted prices here: LOCALS PAGE
Queen Bed
shared bed or solo
Single Bed
shared room
A single bed in a shared room in one of the 4 cottages. Includes linens, shared bathroom, shower towel, and beach towel. Includes shared bathroom, small kitchen and seating area.
Please request if you would like to be roomed with a friend. See note below.
Get on waitlist
A $500 non-refundable deposit is requested. After it has been paid, the remainder can be settled in full, or over 3 to 8 months.
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A NOTE ON SHARED ROOMS:
Dear ones, one of the gifts of dream incubation is the shared space. While some of you will invariably choose or need a solo Queen room, there is something particularly powerful about sharing a room or a bed in this setting. Your dreams can be truly woven, and the effect of someone sleeping in the same space keeps you in a more liminal and thus dream-rich place.
Get on Waitlist
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frequently asked questions
No, this is not a beekeeping retreat, and you do not need any experience with bees to participate. This is a dreaming retreat, although bee animism/folklore may be included.
Is this a beekeeping retreat? Do I need to have beekeeping experience?
What if the Host cancels?
Yes! It's open to all genders. However, shared rooms will remain sensitive to gender, unless sharing with a friend who you've agreed to room with.
Is this open to men or non-binary people too?
What if the Host cancels?
No prior experience needed. Just come and dream with the spirits of the land and sea.
Do I need prior experience in dreamwork to attend?
What if the Host cancels?
In the unlikely event that we must cancel the retreat, you will receive a full refund of all payments made, including the deposit. However, we are not responsible for any additional expenses incurred, such as airfare, travel insurance, or accommodations outside of the retreat.
Force Majeure (Unforeseen Circumstances)
We are not liable for cancellations or interruptions caused by circumstances beyond our control, including but not limited to natural disasters, pandemics, government travel restrictions, extreme weather, or other force majeure events. In such cases, we will make every effort to reschedule the retreat or offer a partial credit towards a future event, but we cannot guarantee refunds. Travel insurance is highly recommended.
What if the Host Cancels?
What if the Host Cancels?
We understand that unexpected circumstances may arise. Below is our cancellation policy to ensure fairness for all participants while accounting for the planning and costs involved in hosting this retreat.
Cancellations made on or before May 1, 2025 – Full refund minus a $300 non-refundable deposit
Cancellations made between May 2 and July 1, 2025 – 50% refund of the total retreat cost, minus the $500 deposit.
Cancellations made on or after July 2, 2025 – No refunds will be issued.
No-shows or early departures – No refunds or credits will be given.
If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your spot to another participant with prior approval. It is your responsibility to find a replacement, and all financial arrangements must be made between you and the new participant.
What's your Cancellation Policy?
What if the Host cancels?
ariella@honeybeewild.com
I'm happy to answer questions or just on a quick call to help you sort out if this program is right for you.
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