The Reimagined Life Retreat A transformational retreat for women in midlife ready to rediscover who they are—and consciously design what comes next. July 16-20 wellness retreats at best resorts

Retreat Summary

There comes a moment in midlife when everything shifts.

Children grow up. Roles change. Relationships evolve. And suddenly, the life you’ve been living no longer feels like a full expression of who you are.

The Reimagined Life Retreat is designed for women standing at that exact threshold.

This is not about fixing your life—it’s about reclaiming it.

Where Clarity Begins

Set in the serene beauty of Aruna Villa, this intimate retreat offers space to step away from expectations, reconnect with yourself, and begin designing a future that feels deeply aligned, intentional, and yours.

Through guided workshops, meaningful conversations, and restorative time in nature, you’ll move from uncertainty to clarity—and leave with a renewed sense of direction and possibility.

Aruna Resort & Villas

Belize

Who This Retreat Is For

Whether you are contemplating change or already in the midst of it, this retreat meets you exactly where you are.

This experience is for women who are:

Navigating a life transition (empty nest, relationship shifts, career changes)

Questioning what’s next—but unsure where to begin

Feeling disconnected from themselves after years of caregiving or prioritizing others

Ready to rediscover what they truly want

Craving clarity, confidence, and a new vision for their future

Meet Betsy Pake

Betsy Pake is a coach, speaker, and writer with over 12 years of experience helping women expand their potential. As a certified master coach, Betsy uses trauma-informed care with neuroscience-based techniques to support women through midlife crises, marital conflicts, and everything in between. Through her proprietary platform and online community, the Navigate Method, Betsy helps clients navigate new paths in (or out of) their marriage. She also hosts the weekly podcast The Art of Living Big and is the published author of Start Small, Live Big.

What You’ll Experience

Each day is intentionally designed to balance reflection, connection, and restoration.

Morning movement (beach walks, gentle yoga, or nervous system reset practices)

Two daily workshop sessions led by Betsy

Time for journaling, integration, and personal reflection

Afternoons to relax, explore, or simply be

Nourishing meals shared in a supportive, like-minded community

What You Will Walk Away With

You’ll leave the retreat with:

  • Clarity on what you truly want in this next chapter 
  • A deeper understanding of yourself and your patterns 
  • Defined personal boundaries and non-negotiables 
  • A tangible vision for your future
  • Renewed confidence and emotional freedom 
  • A sense of connection—with yourself and others 

Most importantly, you will leave reimagined.

Are You Ready to Take the Next Step?

Itinerary

Workshops & Experiences

Each workshop is designed to guide you through a powerful internal shift—from uncertainty to clarity, and from fear to forward movement.

Saltwater & Truth — What the ocean already knows about you
A grounding and reflective session designed to help you reconnect with your inner truth, using nature as a mirror for clarity and self-awareness.
The Life You Stopped Designing — Reclaiming your blueprint
Explore how and why you drifted away from your own desires—and begin reclaiming authorship of your life.
What You're Actually Afraid Of — Fear mapping your next chapter
Identify the real fears holding you back and learn how to move through them with intention and courage.
Non-Negotiables — Drawing the line before someone crosses it
Define your boundaries and values so you can begin living in alignment with what truly matters to you.
Draft Your Next Chapter — Building a future you actually want to live in
A practical and empowering session to help you design a life that feels fulfilling, exciting, and authentic.
Reawakened — Leaving here different than you arrived
Integration and embodiment—anchoring everything you’ve uncovered into a clear and actionable next chapter.

Sample Daily Flow

Morning: Coffee & light bites + movement (yoga, walking, or breathwork)
Mid-Morning: Workshop session
Brunch: Nourishing group meal
Afternoon: Free time (rest, explore, journal, integrate)
Evening: Second workshop or group experience
Dinner: Connection and conversation

Your Venue Destination

Aruna Resort & Villas

Nestled in a peaceful, intimate setting, Aruna Villa provides the perfect backdrop for deep transformation.

  • Private, boutique-style accommodations
  • Tranquil natural surroundings
  • Spaces designed for both connection and solitude
  • A calm, supportive environment to reflect and reset

This is a place where you can exhale—and finally hear yourself again.

Your Evolve Perks

Making your wellness retreat simple, convenient, and stress-free from start to finish.

Flexible payment plans available—contact Tammy Petersen to arrange yours.

Need help getting here? Contact Barbara Khan at 305-361-0707 or Barbara.khan@Globaltravelcollection.com

A credit card at check-in covers extra charges like spa treatments, excursions, or drinks.

Pay later and reserve your spot with a $750 non-refundable deposit; balance due 30 days before retreat start.

Guests will fly into Belize City (BZE) and then take a short domestic flight to San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. From San Pedro, Aruna coordinates arrival transfers, including a brief golf cart transfer to check-in followed by a private 5-minute boat ride to the resort.

Request a roommate when signing up; single occupancy adjustments made if needed.

Questions?

Have a question before you book? We're here to help every step of the way.