In the shadowed heart of an Amazonian maloca, where firelight dances on palm walls and a Shipibo shaman’s icaros weave through the jungle’s breath, an ayahuasca ceremony unfolds. Known as “yagé” among the Tukano, this sacred brew of Banisteriopsis caapi and Psychotria viridis is a portal to spiritual and emotional transformation. But what happens in […]
In the heart of an Amazonian maloca, where moonlight weaves through palm fronds and a Shipibo shaman’s icaros ripple like a sacred current, ayahuasca simmers, its steam a whisper of transformation. Revered as “yagé” by the Tukano, this ancient brew draws seekers to retreats worldwide, each offering a unique path to healing, clarity, or spiritual […]
Amanda Lima, Founder & CEO, Sereni Journeys The landscape of luxury wellness retreats is poised for dynamic innovation in 2026, guided by an increasingly discerning clientele and a global movement toward holistic wellbeing. Drawing on extensive experience in designing retreats for elite travelers, I see a series of pivotal trends shaping the future of this […]