Thanksgiving in The Azores
October 6-13, 2025
Celebrate Canadian Thanksgiving surrounded by the abundance of the Azores. This seven-night Hot Yoga retreat with YuMee and Michelle will take you off the tourist track and connect you to an enchanting land defined by dramatic landscapes, breathtaking whale watching opportunities, and world class hiking. Your retreat on the island of Terceira is built around twice daily Hot Yoga classes; epic hiking excursions; healthy, gourmet meals; and plenty of free time to explore the rugged coastline, visit the island’s historic towns, or simply enjoy the heated pool and spa circuit. Geared towards lovers of active travel, this retreat adventure will enliven your senses, nurture your heart and invoke a sense of deep appreciation for the gifts of nature.
DATES AND ITINERARY
ARRIVE on Monday October 6, 2025. Brunch is served at 10 am so please choose an early arrival.
DEPART on Monday October 13, 2025 by 11 am
Typical DAILY SCHEDULE
Morning yoga and meditation in a heated studio
Brunch
Free time for guided hikes, sightseeing excursions, spa visits, or sweet nothing
Late afternoon yoga in a heated studio
Dinner
INCLUDES
• 7-night stay
• All meals (with the exception of an optional offsite group dinner)
• Twice daily hot yoga and meditation instruction. Use of premium mats and props
• Use of sauna and Turkish bath
• Two guided hikes
• All fees and taxes
• In-room wifi and organic toiletries
• Shuttle service to and from TER airport
DOES NOT INCLUDE
• Airfare to and from TER airport
• Travel and medical insurance
• Massages (100 Euros/60 min.)
• Optional excursions (including whale/dolphin watching, canyoneering, visit to Angra do Heroismo)
• Optional offsite group dinner to sample local dishes (budget approx. 30 Euros per person)
• Alcohol
• Gratuities
ROOMS AND RATES
Prices are per person and include all fees and taxes. All prices are shown in Canadian Dollars.
Shared room (one of two twin beds or half a shared queen bed): $3450 CAD
Single room (a queen bed all to yourself): $4850 CAD
HOW TO BOOK
To inquire about room availability, please contact us via this e-mail link.
Your spot will be confirmed with a $1000 CAD non-refundable deposit.
Your balance is due no later than September 1, 2025.
We strongly urge you to obtain trip interruption & cancellation insurance as deposits are non-refundable.
GETTING THERE
Book an international flight to Angra do Heroismo (TER). SATA has an affordable direct flight from Toronto Pearson that arrives just after 7 am on September 29, 2025.
The retreat venue is a short 15 minute drive from the airport. Your airport shuttles are included.
If you are traveling beforehand, please do your best to arrive in time for brunch at 10 am and certainly no later than 3 pm. We will provide driving directions for those who choose to make their own way.
YOUR INSTRUCTORS
YuMee Chung (she/her) E-RYT-500 YACEP is a former securities lawyer who left a busy practice to engage more deeply with life. More than 25 years later, she is a card carrying yoga nerd, movement educator, writer, retreat leader, and mother of cats.
Known for her uplifting, breath-driven classes and intelligent, organic sequencing, she is a kind-hearted and relatable teacher who communicates about the most subtle and nuanced parts of the yogic journey with clarity and grace. Students can expect an impeccable practice that strikes a sweet balance between spirit and sweat.
Michelle Corbeil (she/her) is a senior yoga instructor, big sister, social activist and owner of Modo Yoga Danforth. She’s well into the second decade of her teaching career and loving every moment. Friends and students will warn you about Michelle’s infectious laugh and big heart. She one of those unique souls who cares deeply about life and she’s not afraid to show it. The desire to learn, grow and stretch beyond old ideas is what makes life interesting, according to Michelle. She values and honours all her teachers and she acknowledges that she stands on the shoulders of those who she has studied with.