No Problem! The Host (Amelie) has a gluten allergy, so there will be gluten-free meals as well! Vegan and Vegetarian is also an option and since we cook & plan for meals together, we can simply discuss it all as soon as we’re there. We’ll make sure everyone is satisfied and happy :-)

If you have a severe food allergy or intolerance, please tell us beforehand and join at your own risk!

Anyone who feels aligned with what we do & our vision! Mostly our target audience is creative girls in their 20’s or 30’s, but simply reach out to us and tell us about yourself so we can get to know you :-)

Not at all!! You do not even have to actively work on any creative hobbies or have any creative talent whatsoever! Maybe you just feel aligned with the vision and want to spend your time reading, journaling, meditating or working on any other heart projects.

We believe creativity cannot only be found in the very stereotypical sense (painting, writing,..) but also in many other unique forms.

Of course there is no forced digital detox, but we highly highly recommend spending this time offline. On recent co-livings, some participants shut off their phones for the entire week, some just for the days and then checked it for a few minutes in the evening.

In common areas, we encourage people to not scroll on their phones. Working on a creative project on an IPad or Laptop is fine!

When everyone arrives on Saturday, we get to know each other within an evening circle. There we also discuss how the entire week will be structured, what the cooking groups will be and any other important organizational things!

Since this is not a traditional retreat, there is no strict schedule. We do like some structure (especially around meal-times) and there will be a plan for shared activities such as Game Nights, Evening Circles, Movement, Creative Time etc. but overall everything will be very relaxed. We won’t have a stressful super packed schedule and we can always fit everything around our energy levels & wishes.

If any of us want to host a workshop (for example: you like hosting guided meditations, or want to lead a yoga, singing or painting session for others) this is also very encouraged and always so much fun! We basically get to all get to co-create this week together ☼

You are never ever forced to join anything, but it is as always encouraged.

Some possible Activities that you can expect (we probably won’t fit in all of them):

→ Self-led or Participant-led Workshops or Practices

→ Guided Meditation

→ Guided Intuitive Dance / Movement / Stretching / Yoga

→ Movie Night

→ Game Night / Improv / Lots of Childlike Play overall!

→ Creative Activities or Practices

→ Music & Jam Sessions / Singing / Karaoke

→ Circles where we dive into different topics & themes

→ & Of course lots of unscheduled time for relaxing, doing nothing, reading, journaling, talking, napping, eating and much more

*There might be a trip to nearby towns or the beach (will be discussed there)

I honestly get that so much! It can be scary to do something like this, especially if you’ve never done it before. Before I joined (& then hosted) my first co-livings and retreats I was really nervous, but it always ended up being the most beautiful experiences i had ever had!

If you feel the intuitive nudge to join us, but it’s mixed with a little fear or nervousness, I highly recommend to follow through. Fear is often a portal and I cannot even begin to describe how many beautiful connections and days await you when you jump into the unknown.

Amelie (the Host) is also always there if you have any questions or are nervous about something! We’ll make sure you feel comfortable all week round ♡

The deposit is non-refundable EXCEPT for if the residency has to be cancelled by us due to unforeseen emergencies, illness or disasters before September 7th. Then everyone will get a full refund.

Otherwise, due to the nature of this co-living a refund is not possible.

BUT it is perhaps possible to transfer your already-paid-for spot to a friend or someone you know (reach out to us to know if that person qualifies).

For more please reach out here: thereconnectcollective@gmail.com

The House is in Althen-des-Paluds, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, France, which is near Avignon (15min by Car).

The nearest big cities are Marseille (1h by Car) and Montpellier (1h30 by Car).

You can take a flight to either Marseille or even Montpellier, but in most cases it will be smartest to take the flight to Aéroport Marseille Provence.

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During our stay, we will have 1-2 rental cars that we split & can use together. We’ll likely arrange to pick up our cars at Marseille Airport on the Arrival Day the 12th and drive to the location together. If your flight is super early or late, consider coming a day early or worst case, you might have to get a taxi to the location (1h Ride) from the Airport alone.

We’ll also arrange to make it back to the airport together to drop off the rental cars & catch our flights at the end of the trip too.

If possible, try to have your flight arrive in Marseille on the 12th sometime around 1-3pm

*Flight Costs and Transportation that is taken individually are not included in the Price for your Spot in the Residency

*Make sure you have travel insurance and a proper visa (depending on where you’re traveling from! We’re not responsible for any issues that might arise from not having the proper preparations for the trip.

Due to the layout of the house, it is not possible to get your own room alone. There will be around 2 people (max. 3) in each room and there are 5 separate bedrooms. There are around 6 single-beds (possibly more) and also 2 double beds. The sleeping arrangement will be discussed on site. But do not worry, the villa is big and there is also enough space indoors & in the 6.000 m² garden to find some quiet & peace if you have to recharge.

If having a single-bed is a must for you, please let us know as soon as you possibly can in your application or via email.