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This is me exploring the reefs in Fiji, the most serene and relaxing experience in the world. If you have an urge to get away, ...
Sep 18
This is me exploring the reefs in Fiji, the most serene and relaxing experience in the world. If you have an urge to get away, push your own inner boundaries in a safe and happy environment, then Fiji is the place for you. I assure you, it will change your life for the better. "Fiji, the way life should be!" Fiji Tourism Guide #fijiislands #paradise #Diving #snorkelling
I, along with my two great guests have been paddling the low-tide rock pools to learn about photography techniques in this unique ...
Apr 22
I, along with my two great guests have been paddling the low-tide rock pools to learn about photography techniques in this unique natural environment. We concentrated on color, pattern, reflection, depth of field, texture and finally, composition - what great results with our humble phone cameras! We have shared a yin class, an alignment session and some kundalini practice. We've enjoyed bircher muesli for breakfast and poke bowl for lunch with lots more to do tomorrow when we will be doing more yoga, walking, learning about the Artist's Way, and putting pen to paper as we perch on a cliff. I'm so looking forward to sharing this wellness weekend with more of you all! Sat
7.45 yoga
8.30 breakfast
9 Walk to Pentire Point
1 Poke bowl lunch
2.30 Rockpool photography session
4 Tea
5 Yoga
7 Dinner in a restaurant
9 Meditation
Sun
8 Yoga
9 Breakfast
10 Walk to Damer Bay and Bray Hill
1 Lunch
2.30 Cliff top drawing
4 Tea and discussion about The Artists Way
6 Yoga
7 Dinner
9 Meditation
#yogaretreat #cornwall #rockpool #wellness #weekendbreaks #fitness
Thinking about getting away and introducing your bambini to the natural world? Join me and other like-minded parents on an ...
Apr 6
Thinking about getting away and introducing your bambini to the natural world? Join me and other like-minded parents on an affordable weekend deep in the South West. All will be organised by me so all you have to do is turn up! Here's an example itinerary especially for you.
https://island-spirit.org/experiences/wildcrafted-wellness-weekend-yoga-cornwall-parents-baby/
🎉 Introducing Island Spirit’s little mascot!
We are now offering weekend adventures specifically designed for ...
Apr 2
🎉 Introducing Island Spirit’s little mascot!
We are now offering weekend adventures specifically designed for adventurous parents and their little bambinos.
At £195 all-inclusive, it won't break the bank and provides a space for sharing experiences, tips and stories, and essentially to nurture both mind and body during this often exhausting time.
From amateur rock-pool photography with your phone, walking and foraging to yoga, craft and meditation, we have chosen the best activities to suit what you need with your baby right now.
Watch this space or contact me directly on: kirsty@island-spirit.org for more details. ❤️ #baby #babyholidays #southwestengland #parentbabyholidays
Our new Wildcrafted Wellness Weekend on 20-23rd January 23 has been designed to create flexibility and choice for those who are ...
Oct 27
Our new Wildcrafted Wellness Weekend on 20-23rd January 23 has been designed to create flexibility and choice for those who are passionate about nurturing their body, mind and soul.
Treat yourself to start or continue your yoga and practice from a different perspective, where mother nature rules.
Accommodation
A spacious, communal house perched on a cliff in North Cornwall on the iconic Cornwall coastal path. A variety of room types and a dedicated Coach House space for our meditation and yoga sessions make it a very special location.
Offers
Book you and a friend before November 30th 2022 for £20 discount per person.
Included
3 nights and 2¾ days of activities over a long weekend
6 studies of Hatha and ashtanga asanas (yoga postures)
3 guided meditations
2 local walks and foraging
Rockpool (mobile phone) photography workshop
Framed image of your best photo from the rockpool photography session
Drop-in craft workshops
Bright and spacious double bedrooms or twin rooms.
Email kirsty@island-spirit.org for more information. #yogaretreat #cornwall #winterbreak #walkingholidays #yogaholidays #beachlife
Our new Wildcrafted Wellness Weekend on 1-4 April 2022 has been designed to create flexibility and choice for those who are ...
Mar 19
Our new Wildcrafted Wellness Weekend on 1-4 April 2022 has been designed to create flexibility and choice for those who are passionate about nurturing their body, mind and soul.
Treat yourself to start or continue your yoga and practice from a different perspective, where mother nature rules.
Accommodation
A spacious, communal house perched on a cliff in North Cornwall on the iconic Cornwall coastal path. A variety of room types and a dedicated Coach House space for our meditation and yoga sessions make it a very special location.
Offers
£299pp until 25th March!
Included
3 nights and 2¾ days of activities over a long weekend
6 studies of Hatha and ashtanga asanas (yoga postures)
Thai Chi intro session
3 guided meditations
2 local walks and foraging
Rockpool (mobile phone) photography workshop
Framed image of your best photo from the rockpool photography session
Drop-in craft workshops
Bright and spacious double bedrooms or twin rooms.
Our new Wildcrafted Wellness Weekend on 1-4 April 2022 has been designed to create flexibility and choice for those who are ...
Mar 2
Our new Wildcrafted Wellness Weekend on 1-4 April 2022 has been designed to create flexibility and choice for those who are passionate about nurturing their body, mind and soul.
Treat yourself to start or continue your yoga and practice from a different perspective, where mother nature rules.
Accommodation
A spacious, communal house perched on a cliff in North Cornwall on the iconic Cornwall coastal path. A variety of room types and a dedicated Coach House space for our meditation and yoga sessions make it a very special location.
Offers
Book you and a friend before March 1st 2022 for £20 discount per person.
Included
3 nights and 2¾ days of activities over a long weekend
6 studies of Hatha and ashtanga asanas (yoga postures)
Thai Chi intro session
3 guided meditations
2 local walks and foraging
Rockpool (mobile phone) photography workshop
Framed image of your best photo from the rockpool photography session
Drop-in craft workshops
Bright and spacious double bedrooms or twin rooms.
🙏Five more days until we open our doors to our first ever Wildcrafted Wellness Weekend right here on the 21st January. TWO ...
Jan 17
🙏Five more days until we open our doors to our first ever Wildcrafted Wellness Weekend right here on the 21st January. TWO SPACES LEFT! #yogaretreats #yogaretreats22 #foraging #cornwall #reiki #meditation #srilankanfoodie #photography #stilllife 🌊
🌿 Balance and Acceptance. 🙏
🙏Your welcome ceremony will be on this very headland. Join us for a Wildcrafted Wellness Weekend on the cliffs of North ...
Dec 30
🙏Your welcome ceremony will be on this very headland. Join us for a Wildcrafted Wellness Weekend on the cliffs of North Cornwall this 21st January. Four places left from £370pp.
All the best elements of a great weekend fueled by a Sri Lankan menu to nurture your creative spirit and amazing body and to set you up for a productive 2022!🙏
#hatha #foraging #photography #yoga #walking #reiki #meditation #craft #indianheadmassage #healing #srilankanfood
🍀We may just be lucky enough to go ahead with our 'Wildcrafted Wellness Weekend' on the cliffs of North Cornwall 21st...
Dec 26
🍀We may just be lucky enough to go ahead with our 'Wildcrafted Wellness Weekend' on the cliffs of North Cornwall 21st January as planned. 🙏🤞🤸 There are still four spaces left from £370pp including:
A Sri Lankan inspired menu
6 Indian style hatha yoga classes
3 relaxing meditation sessions
1 Indian healing massage
1 foraging workshop
1 phone photography workshop
1 craft session
1 life drawing session
2 wild walks
Arrival and departure ceremonies
Option acunidra, acupuncture, reiki, massages.
#yogaretreats #foraging #wellnessweekend #srilankanfood #cornwall #northcornwall #hatha #hathayoga #massage #crafts #walking
Join us for a Sri Lanka themed weekend on the cliffs of Cornwall, UK. A Christmas discount is now on so twins and doubles start ...
Dec 19
Join us for a Sri Lanka themed weekend on the cliffs of Cornwall, UK. A Christmas discount is now on so twins and doubles start from £350! #yogaretreats #walking #srilankanfood #foraging #drawing #cornwall
🌲Happy Christmas One and All!
Our discounted rate for twin and double rooms which are still available:
* £370pp ...
Dec 17
🌲Happy Christmas One and All!
Our discounted rate for twin and double rooms which are still available:
* £370pp small twin
* £410pp bright double or twin with a sea view
* £510pp top of the house double master bedroom.
🙏We invite you to celebrate a cosy, warm, Wildcrafted Wellness Weekend with the incredible Indian yoga teacher, Dr Kamaraj. Kamaraj Yoga. We will indulge in Sri Lankan food, dabble in creative workshops, walk, chat and share relaxing and wholesome flows together in the dedicated chauffeur's cottage.
#yogaretreatsuk #yogaretreats22 #yogaretreats #wellness #yoga #detox #wellnessweekend
Our recent blog shares a balanced perspective on the events at COP26. Link in bio. #cop26 #climatechange.
Dec 1
Our recent blog shares a balanced perspective on the events at COP26. Link in bio. #cop26 #climatechange.
🙏 To all my wild friends... I am really excited to announce that I'm hosting our first 'Wildcrafted Wellness ...
Nov 30
🙏 To all my wild friends... I am really excited to announce that I'm hosting our first 'Wildcrafted Wellness Weekend' in Polzeath, Cornwall, UK, on 21st-24th January 2022. I have the honour of partnering with Dr. Kamaraj who will teach Hatha yoga in the small Coach House while the clifftop house is home to our Sri Lankan kitchen, workshops and all our guest rooms. He specialises in Indian healing massage, acru-nidra, reiki and acupuncture too. Bliss! We have a launch deal on so please spread the word, we'd love you to join us.
🛏 Bunk room £370 (one bed available)
Double front room two pax occupancy £460pp (two spaces available)
Twin front room per person £460 (two beds available)
Twin back rooms £410pp (two beds in one room available)
Master top room two pax occupancy £550pp (two spaces available)
🧘 Included
3 nights and 2¾ days of activities over a long weekend
6 studies of Hatha and ashtanga asanas (yoga postures)
3 guided meditations
1 ayurvedic massage
3 local walks
Rockpool (mobile phone) photography workshop
Framed image of your best photo from the rockpool photography session
3 local walks
Life drawing, shell matchboxes workshops
Double or twin rooms
Bodmin Parkway train station collection and drop-off
Homemade, traditional or Sri Lankan-themed meals
👓 Brochure: https://island-spirit.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Cornwall-Summary-3-nights-Craig-Var-Wildcrafted-Wellness-UK-Island-Spirit-1.pdf
Dr Kamaraj: http://www.yogmandala.co.uk/
Blog: https://island-spirit.org/general-responsible-travel-news/wellness-retreat-uk-cornwall/
Web page: https://island-spirit.org/experiences/wildcrafted-wellness-yoga-cornwall/
We are so excited to get back to what we love doing! Please join us on our authentic, locally inspired, yoga and surfing retreat ...
Oct 7
We are so excited to get back to what we love doing! Please join us on our authentic, locally inspired, yoga and surfing retreat in the tropical, south of Sri Lanka. We have been going for over seven years and are more than excited to introduce you to our local friends and guide you into the cultural world Hiriketiya.
#yogaretreat #yogasrilanka #surfsrilanka #sustainabletravel #srilankatravel #surfyoga #surfyogaretreat #wfto #responsibletravel #ecotravel #ecotourism #yogaretreats #srilankaretreat #travelsrilanka #srilankayogaretreat #srilankasurf
Dream it. Plan it. Do it.
#islandspiritwellnessescapes #relaxdreamlive #offthegrid #wellnessescapes #srilankatourism ...
Oct 4
Dream it. Plan it. Do it.
#islandspiritwellnessescapes #relaxdreamlive #offthegrid #wellnessescapes #srilankatourism #fijitourism #ecotravel #sustainabletravel #fairtradetravel #mondaythoughts #mondaymotivation #liveinthepresent
Introducing Sri Lanka’s first Fairtrade, Wellness Haven. A wildcrafted sanctuary nestled under a mango tree near Hiriketiya ...
Oct 1
Introducing Sri Lanka’s first Fairtrade, Wellness Haven. A wildcrafted sanctuary nestled under a mango tree near Hiriketiya beach in Southern Sri Lanka.
Our affordable, authentic, wellness experience has been designed to create flexibility and choice for those who are passionate about nurturing their bodies, mind and soul. You won’t find this anywhere else.
Treat yourself to start or continue your yoga and surf practice from a different perspective, where mother nature rules. We have created a unique space for those intrigued about the culture and skills of our Sri Lankan community.
Daily Hatha yoga workshops under the mango tree
Reconnect with your inner water baby with relaxed surf lessons
Meditation classes to suit all levels
Fun and relaxed traditional Sri Lankan cookery classes
Get creative with informal 'artists way' workshops
For more information head on over to our website Wildcrafted Wellness Escapes - Island Spirit
Book before the 30th September and receive an early bird discount
#islandspiritsrilanka #srilanka #srilankanexperiences #wellnessretreats #yoga #surfing #meditation #srilankanfood #fairtrade #fairtradetravel #sustrainabletravel #ecotravel
Wildcrafted Wellness Escapes for our Wildcrafted Travellers!
Introducing Sri Lanka’s first Fairtrade, Wellness Haven. A...
Sep 24
Wildcrafted Wellness Escapes for our Wildcrafted Travellers!
Introducing Sri Lanka’s first Fairtrade, Wellness Haven. A wildcrafted sanctuary nestled under a mango tree near Hiriketiya beach in Southern Sri Lanka.
Our affordable, authentic, wellness experience has been designed to create flexibility and choice for those who are passionate about nurturing their bodies, mind and soul. You won’t find this anywhere else.
Treat yourself to start or continue your yoga and surf practice from a different perspective, where mother nature rules. We have created a unique space for those intrigued about the culture and skills of our Sri Lankan community.
Availability in October, December and January 2022. Prices from just £930.
For more information, visit our website https://island-spirit.org/general-responsible-travel-news/wildcrafted-wellness-escape-dates-2021-22/
#islandspiritwellnessescapes #exploresrilanka #srilanka #fairtrade #yogalovers
Beautiful and unique custom-made South Pacific headbands, made by local island women of Vanua Levu, Fiji.
These gorgeous ...
Sep 22
Beautiful and unique custom-made South Pacific headbands, made by local island women of Vanua Levu, Fiji.
These gorgeous pieces are in stock and available from the Island Spirit Shop on Etsy.
#headbands #handmade #christmas #accessories #fiji #fairtrade #worldfairtradeorganization
Wonderful wildcrafted escapes to Cornwall are now available for January 2022.
Enjoy yoga, walking, surfing and creative ...
Sep 14
Wonderful wildcrafted escapes to Cornwall are now available for January 2022.
Enjoy yoga, walking, surfing and creative workshops whilst enjoying 3 nights in beautiful Cornwall.
Early bird discount when booked before the 1st November!
For more information, email Kirsty kirstyisland-spirit.org.
#islandspiritwellnessescape #islandspiritwildcraftedescape #islandspiritcornwall #cornwall #visitcornwall #yoga #surfing #cornwallescapes
🤸FINISHED! 🚲1026miles/1651km of cycling for 25 days at 46 miles a day for 5.5hrs a day in the seat. I used the National ...
Sep 5
🤸FINISHED! 🚲1026miles/1651km of cycling for 25 days at 46 miles a day for 5.5hrs a day in the seat. I used the National Cycle Network which was 80% gravel tracks and off-road from Lands End in Cornwall to John O'Groats in Scotland. We've raised arpund £800 to train and employ three Fijian coral gardeners to help preserve the delicate reef system over there. I travelled canal and river paths, crossed runway and golf course, even a horse racing track! I cycled through a back garden and field with a humongous bull in it. I'm alive, strong in mind body and spirit. In fact, clear, cleansed and generally amazing! 💪👌🙏 Please support with one last little bout of donations. The link is in the bio. @lejog_2021 @wfto_fairtrade @fijionenews @womenwantadventure @bristolcyclingcampaign @slow.travel_ #onceinalifetime #islandspiritexperiences
LEJOG Day 22. 30th Aug. 4.48hrs. 72km.
Route 7 all the way
Along the Loch and Glens Way and Speyside way
5-star ...
Aug 30
LEJOG Day 22. 30th Aug. 4.48hrs. 72km.
Route 7 all the way
Along the Loch and Glens Way and Speyside way
5-star interesting diverse geography
Newtonmore to Inverness.
Last night on glen moor.
Changing colours to autumn.
Masterfan
Orange berry trees?
Moss covered forest floor.
Fat rabbits.
Perfect tiny scottish-cottages.
Openreach connecting forests to the outer world.
One job at a time.
3 things I'm grateful for in the morning.
Insh Wetlands
Rusty Land rovers.
Rare breed hump nose sheep.
Dark pines forest.
Rusty coloured glass wetlands.
Stag stopped, raised his head to me, contemplated and trotted boldly off to meet his girls after flying over the fence into his wood.
Dead silver birch trees.
Green lichen nests.
Little hillocks.
Wavey small roads weaving in and out of pine forest along the edge of a glen.
Bacon sandwich hot chocolate with marshmallow.
Silver birch woodlands.
Golf courses.
Purple heather-lined tracks.
Scottish front doors still open.
Luminous green mossfield mountain sides with purple tufts of heather and silver dead pine tree trunks falling at the angles.
Same milage, never-ending unbelievable
Afternoon chill creeping in.
Sweat dripping down back.
Dribbly nose.
Inspired thoughts.
Achy knees.
On top of a peak 1328m.
Really mentally exhausted at 5 still 20 miles to go.
Signposts not in line with Google maps.
Discovered trips on Google maps.
Imperative in in fancy Scottish Hermes parcel on the of river Ness.
Single malt is whisky from a single distillery.
Single scotch moulds is from a single Scottish distillery.
Gu is the best dessert in the world.
My bum has changed shape.
A 440 year old Scots pine told me everything is going to be ok.
Seagulls flapping up twice and head diving in to grab seaweed on the shores of the Ness.
Finding the best haggis is a matter of taste.
Escaped old person on road with f** in his mouth whispered something to me.
Taste and smell coming back very slowly from chest infection. Wish I'd had it earlier to smell the Scottish pine and heather. #lejog2021 #cylcing #fiji #scotlandhighlands
Wish you were here?
Find out more about our upcoming Island Spirit Wellness Escapes over on our website ...
Aug 30
Wish you were here?
Find out more about our upcoming Island Spirit Wellness Escapes over on our website http://ow.ly/3YVo50FXF66
#islandspiritwellnessescapes #islandspiritsrilanka #islandspiritfiji #islandspiritcornwall #islandspiritdevon #mondaymotivation #wishyouwerehere #fairtradetravel #sustainabletravel #responsibletravel
🚲❤️I've started this enormous cycle at last! A 1500km journey from the southern tip of the UK to the most northerly, ...
Aug 25
🚲❤️I've started this enormous cycle at last! A 1500km journey from the southern tip of the UK to the most northerly, John O'Groats in Scotland. I decided to do it to raise money to train three coral gardeners on another island I called home for over ten years, Fiji. We'll fund their equipment too.
Link in bio.
It will take 25 days in total ending on the 1st September 2021. I'm doing it to explore this diverse and historic country so chose the scenic National Cycle Network. So far it's taken me along rivers and canals with swan and their cygnets, fish, bull rush and even a Riverside jazz band near Bridgewater! We've scaled hills that resemble skiing pistes, drunk in ancient, old pubs, met some great characters, cycled along the idyllic Tarka Trail and Camel Estuary.
We've had incredible weather on all but half a Cornish morning. I've been joined during the first week by a good friend from Munch and my devoted boyfriend from Switzerland in the third week in his 'Where's Wallly' van!
#cycling #LEJOG #slowtravel #wildcraftedwellness #wfto_fairtrade #fiji #coralgardeners #peddlepower
Do as the locals do.
Go slow. Laugh. Chat. Connect.
#wildcraftedsrilanka #islandspirit
Aug 24
Do as the locals do.
Go slow. Laugh. Chat. Connect.
#wildcraftedsrilanka #islandspirit
🌴🐠🙏80km | 630m elevation | 5hrs cycling to raise money to train three Fijians how to do coral gardening and supply ...
Aug 21
🌴🐠🙏80km | 630m elevation | 5hrs cycling to raise money to train three Fijians how to do coral gardening and supply snorkelling equipment.
Thanks to @mecuredoncasterhotel for their surprise upgrade! My body mind and spirit appreciated every second of the luxury half way along my Lands End to John O'Groats cycle. 🚲🤞
#lejog21#cycling #fiji
Link in bio.
Throwing it back this Thursday to when my office consisted of sun, sea and sand! This was the view just over my right ...
Aug 19
Throwing it back this Thursday to when my office consisted of sun, sea and sand! This was the view just over my right shoulder.
#throwbackthursday #homeoffice #travellingoffice #fiji
Go local. Go Fairtrade. Go Cornwall.
Join us in January 2022 for 3 nights and experience our wildcrafted escape in ...
Aug 15
Go local. Go Fairtrade. Go Cornwall.
Join us in January 2022 for 3 nights and experience our wildcrafted escape in Cornwall.
Contact Kirsty for more information.
#islandspiritwellnessescape #islandspiritwildcraftedescape #islandspiritcornall #fairtradetravel #sustainabletravel
Our Aim
We aim to help people make positive, sustainable changes throughout their lives to improve their wellbeing and ...
Aug 12
Our Aim
We aim to help people make positive, sustainable changes throughout their lives to improve their wellbeing and the environment for now and in future years to come. We aim to give inspiring and fulfilling experiences by connecting guests with nature and engaging with local communities.
Our Mission
To work alongside our local, partner organisations, local and international experts to support local businesses and communities in marine awareness, sustainable development initiatives and resource management for the good of island ecosystems and future generations.
Our Goals
To work alongside local communities to share eco tourism skills and carry out sustainable, environmental and community-based projects with sensitivity to local values and tradition. Our goal is also to provide a unique, high quality and authentic experience suitable for a range of eco-conscious individuals.
To learn more about Island Spirit, visit our website http://ow.ly/Cfvv50FN5nO
#ecotourism #fairtradetravel #ecotravel #islandlife #islandescapes #islandspiritsrilanka #sustainabilityconsultant #sustainabletravel #sustainabletourism #responsibletravel #offthegrid #wellnessretreats #fiji #srilanka
Island Spirit founder, Kirsty Barnby is starting the iconic and legendary 1200 mile cross country cycle from Land's End to ...
Aug 9
Island Spirit founder, Kirsty Barnby is starting the iconic and legendary 1200 mile cross country cycle from Land's End to John O'Groats (LEJOG) today, 9th August, with the aim to fundraise for coral reef protection in Fiji, one of our favourite projects!
Aiming to do the tour in 21 days, the average daily distance completed by Kirsty will be 50 miles. Check out her route and more information about her epic adventure on our blog post - http://ow.ly/O3po50FLGu4
Good luck Kirsty!
#lejog #landsend #johnogroats #landsendtojohnogroats #fundraising #islandspiritfiji #coralreefs #reefprotection
We are bringing the spirit back home to our very own Island!
Kirsty is in the planning stages of some very exciting ...
Aug 5
We are bringing the spirit back home to our very own Island!
Kirsty is in the planning stages of some very exciting community-based projects in the UK. These will naturally include the spirit of environmentalism and sustainability that is found in all of our projects.
There are, surprisingly, few ecotourist packages or eco-friendly places to stay in the area. It appears tourists need to pay a premium to ‘go green’ for their holidays and in many cases, this premium won’t get reinvested back into the local community. At Island Spirit, we truly believe in the circular economy. We always ensure that profits are returned to the local community to support conservation efforts.
This is why we are very excited about our jump over to the Island of Britain. We look forward to telling you more about our responsible travel ideas in the South-West of England very soon!
For more about responsible tourism in the south-west of England, take a look at our recent blog post - http://ow.ly/bq9r50FIjHZ
Hashtags: #ecotourism #sustainabletourism #ukadventures #ukholiday #fairtradetravel #devon #cornwall