Retreat-Travel Is Not Tourism Plus Meditation

Retreat-travel is not merely tourism with meditation added on top; it is a profound journey inward. As Xinyue and Tony explore the sacred landscapes of Nepal and Bhutan, they invite participants to step away from the habitual tracks of daily life. Through art, culture, and spiritual practices, they create a space for reflection and awakening. Why do those with fewer material comforts often seem to carry more light in their eyes? Join us in discovering how these journeys can lead to deeper questions about happiness, connection, and the essence of life itself. Experience the transformative power of retreat-travel.

Buddhist Pilgrimage: Finding the Sacred Far Away and Here

Pilgrimage can take us to Nepal, Bhutan, India, mountains, temples, and sacred rivers. But the real journey is not only across geography. It is the slow discovery that the sacred was never limited to a place. Through Buddhist stories, humor, and a conversation with practitioners Xinyue and Tony, this essay reflects on why we sometimes need to go far away in order to meet what has been here all along.