Booked a LOVE Wellness Package for Two… But Made It a Me, Myself & I Retreat at Solana Wellness Bali

You know that thing where you wait for the perfect moment to take a dream trip—maybe with a partner, maybe when “life slows down,” maybe when all the stars align? Yeah, I used to think like that too.

I said screw waiting and booked Solana Luxury Wellness Retreat’s LOVE Wellness Package—for two. Except, plot twist: I did it solo.

Because who says self-love doesn’t deserve a grand romantic gesture?

Solana Wellness Retreat in Ubud, Bali

Tucked away in Ubud, Bali’s lush jungle, Solana Wellness Retreat is a sanctuary designed to help you hit reset—mind, body, and soul. Whether you’re craving a stress detox, transformative healing, fitness retreat, or a soul-reviving experience, Solana offers curated wellness packages to fit exactly what you need. And if you don’t see one that speaks to you? They’ll customize one just for you.

Their LOVE Wellness Package was designed for couples to deepen their connection, BUT—(and here’s where I flipped the script)—they also offer the LOVE ME Package, a self-love version for solo travelers like me.

Because, let’s be real: why should couples have all the fun?

✨ Special Offer: If you book a 3-day, 2-night package for February 2025, you get $150 off! ✨

So if you're even thinking about a wellness getaway, take this as your sign.

From Burnout to Bliss: Arriving at Solana

From the second I stepped into Solana, it felt like I had been transported into a different world—one where soft jungle breezes replace alarms, and stress isn’t invited.

I was greeted with a refreshing herbal welcome drink (because hydration is self-care), and escorted to my bamboo earth bungalow, “Joy.” And let me tell you—the name was not lying.

Picture this: a dreamy canopy bed, warm ambient lighting, and a massive balcony with a freestanding bathtub overlooking a freaking waterfall. It was giving luxury, tranquility, and main character energy.

I could already feel the stress melting away.

 

Mornings at Solana: Yoga, Breathwork & Finding Stillness

Every morning started with a guided yoga, breathwork, and meditation session in an open-air studio, surrounded by nature.

I won’t lie—I used to be the kind of person who thought “I can’t meditate, my brain won’t shut up.” But at Solana? The way the sunlight hit the trees, the sounds of the waterfall in the distance—it all made it impossible not to be present.

Even if my mind wandered (which it did), it wasn’t about perfection. It was about being here, now, for me.

Fueling My Body With Food That Loves Me Back

Let’s talk food, because Solana’s menu? Chef’s kiss.

Everything is plant-based, organic, and straight from farm to table, which means every bite is packed with nutrients and flavor.

Breakfast quickly became my favorite part of the day—fluffy veggie omelets, banana biscotti, fresh smoothie bowls. I mean, self-care, but make it delicious.

Luxury Meets Healing: Spa Treatments & Flower Baths

After a long day of exploring Ubud and reconnecting with myself, I came back to a flower bath surprise.

Imagine soaking in a freestanding tub, overflowing with colorful petals, sipping herbal tea, and watching the sunset. Yes, it was as magical as it sounds.

Then came the Balinese-style massage, where every knot of tension I didn’t even realize I was carrying disappeared into the universe.

The Heart-Opening Magic of the Cacao Ceremony

But if I had to choose one experience that changed me the most?

The Cacao Ceremony.

Cacao has been used for centuries in Mayan and Aztec traditions as a heart-opening elixir. It’s not just chocolate—it’s ceremonial-grade cacao, meant to enhance energy, deepen emotions, and expand love (for yourself, for life, for whatever you need).

As I sat in the candle-lit space, surrounded by a heart-shaped floral arrangement, I was handed a warm cup of cacao and invited to set an intention.

For me, it was simple:

To stop waiting to be loved, and start loving myself the way I deserve.

I took a sip, feeling the warm, rich cacao spread through my body. Bittersweet, grounding, and deeply comforting—kind of like self-discovery itself.

The ceremony involved guided meditation, affirmations, and a moment of stillness. No distractions. No phones. No outside noise.

Just me, fully present with myself.

And in that space, something clicked.

Self-love isn’t just spa days and solo trips (though, let’s be real, those help). It’s choosing yourself, over and over again.

It’s realizing you don’t need to be in a relationship to experience deep love.

And maybe—just maybe—the most fulfilling love story you’ll ever have is the one you create with yourself.

Why You Should Book a Solana Retreat—With or Without a Plus One

If there’s one thing I took away from this trip, it’s this: love starts within.

Whether you’re a couple looking to reconnect, or a solo traveler reclaiming love for yourself, Solana has something for you:

💛 LOVE BIRDS Package – A couples’ retreat designed to deepen connection and intimacy.
💛 LOVE ME Package – A solo self-love experience for anyone looking to recharge, reflect, and heal.
💛 Custom Retreats – Don’t see a package that speaks to you? Solana will personalize one for your needs.

And if you book a 3-day, 2-night stay for February 2025, you’ll get $150 off!

If you’ve been waiting for a sign, this is it.

Because love isn’t something you wait for—it’s something you create.

And that starts with you.


Solana Wellness Retreat, Ubud Bali