Surrounded by brilliant turquoise waters and lush rainforests....
and the breathtaking beauty of ancient Fiji, where adventure, deep rest, meaningful connection, and gentle spiritual renewal come together in perfect balance.
If your soul has been longing to slow down, breathe deeply, laugh more, and begin 2027 feeling lighter, clearer, and more alive, I am excited to share this unforgettable journey of adventure and renewal with you.
10 total spaces to keep intimacy.
APPLY BELOW, before Nov 1, 2026.

Imagine mornings without alarms. Conversations that nourish your soul. Ocean air that reminds you to breathe more deeply.
A place where your nervous system can finally exhale, your body can soften, and your spirit has room to come alive again.
This New Year's, Dec 27 through Jan 5, 2027 - I invite you to join me in lush Fiji for something truly special.
Return to Wonder is more than a retreat, yet intentionally less intensive than many of the retreats I lead. This is a chance to experience one of the most breathtaking places on Earth while being surrounded by a small group of kind, open-hearted people who value presence, growth, laughter, and meaningful connection.
We'll spend 8 unforgettable days together on the shores of Fiji at the Tambua White Sands Beach Resort, where turquoise waters, lush tropical landscapes, and the gentle pace of island life create the perfect setting to begin a new year from an entirely different state of being.
Throughout the week, I'll be offering several gentle workshops and experiences designed to help you reconnect with yourself, quiet the noise of everyday life, deepen your intuition, and remember what it feels like to simply be present.
There will be moments of meditation, reflection, movement, and heartfelt conversation.
And there will be plenty of time to do absolutely nothing at all.
Because sometimes the deepest healing doesn't happen when we're working harder on ourselves. Sometimes it happens while floating in warm ocean water. While laughing with new friends over dinner. While watching the sunrise with a cup of coffee in complete silence. While standing beneath a tropical waterfall, reminded that life can still surprise us.
This is your invitation to slow down enough to hear yourself again.
Imagine beginning 2027 by...
✅Waking each morning just steps from the ocean.
✅Watching the sunrise over the South Pacific.
✅Exploring hidden waterfalls and lush tropical forests.
✅Snorkeling vibrant coral reefs in crystal-clear water.
✅Kayaking and/or paddleboarding
✅Soaking in natural hot springs.
✅Enjoying yoga, meditation, sound baths, and wellness workshops.
✅Sharing meaningful conversations with extraordinary people.
✅Eating delicious meals without cooking or planning a thing.
✅Ending each day feeling calmer, lighter, and more connected.
Everything is optional.
If you feel adventurous, adventure is waiting. If you feel called to rest, permission has already been granted. There is no pressure to perform, achieve, or keep up. This week is about honoring what your body, mind, and soul need most.
During our time together, you'll experience:
✔Ceremonies & healing practices to restore your Spirit.
✔Sound and rhythm circles.
✔A renewed sense of clarity and purpose as you begin a new year.
✔Boat trip to Malamala Island, a tiny island about 30 min away.
✔A special relaxing and healing mud bath experience.
✔A luxury oceanfront setting where everything is designed to help you relax.
Whether you're hiking through tropical landscapes, snorkeling in warm Pacific waters, enjoying a quiet meditation by the sea, or simply watching the stars after dinner, every experience becomes part of something much bigger.
A return to yourself.
Your gorgeous accommodations:
We'll be staying at the beautiful Tambua White Sands Beach Resort, an intimate beachfront resort where every oceanfront room includes a private bathroom, air conditioning, and strong, secure 5G Wi-Fi.
Daily breakfast and a daily $50 Fijian resort credit are included (this covers approximately one extra meal per day - and this is a special courtesy for our group only). Thus, two meals a day are included. Anything beyond that you will be responsibile for on your own. You do NOT need to purchase the meal package.
POTENTIAL OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS (included):
snorkeling
kayaking & paddleboarding
waterfall adventures
hiking
boat trips
village and temple visits
hot springs
garden tours
beach games, and more,
You're ready to begin 2027 feeling restored instead of exhausted.
One of the exciting perks about this retreat is that it will be not just be facilitated by myself - it will be co-facilitated with two other practitioners who each bring their unique healing gifts and practices - and therefore add to your perspectives.
This New Year's, you're invited to give yourself an experience you'll remember for the rest of your life.
I am honored to share this extraordinary journey with you. Return to Wonder begins in Fiji.
I look forward to giving you a big hug!
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For nearly 20 years, Dr. Michael R. Smith's pioneering work to connect empaths and sensitives with their Divine potential has helped millions. As a doctoral trained counselor, spirit medium, and healing practitioner of indigenous energy medicine, Michael's great joy is to serve as a spiritual guide for those at all levels of awakening. He lives in the enchanted forests of Woodacre, CA, where he enjoys hot yoga, hiking, singing, creating music, and playing with Akela, his chocolate lab.
Questions? contact Michael with your interest


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You will be invited to arrive a day or two early to explore the beautiful TAMBUA WHITE SANDS BEACH RESORT and get aquainted with the land before our retreat officially begins. If you take advantage of this option, it will be an extra cost to you, roughly $150 per night extra that you stay (double occupancy).
Travel is easier than it might sound. You will depart San Francisco or Los Angeles on Sunday evening, Dec. 27, 2026. The flight is 19 hours, and after an overnight flight across the international date line, we will arrive at Nadi International Airport in Fiji on early Tuesday morning, Dec. 29th, where a scenic transfer will bring us to Tambua Sands Beach Resort on the beautiful coral coast.
These activities will change once the group is formed. They are listed to give you an idea of the types of actitivies that are included.
Day 1 - Dec. 29, 2026
Official retreat start - Orientation & Opening Circle
Restorative Yoga & Meditation - Beach Hike
Day 2 - Dec 30, 2026
Beach Yoga & Fitness - Pool Sound healing & meditation
Kayaking excursion & Coral Reef walk
Day 3 - Dec 31, 2026
Bodywork , Restorative Meditation & BreathWork - Hot springs
Special NEW YEARS fire & intention setting ceremony
Day 4 - Jan. 1, 2027
Meditation & sound - Workshops
Beach games & waterfall excursion
Day 5 - Jan 2., 2027
Beachfront Meditation & sound healing
Dance & movement - Local village garden tour
Day 6 - Jan 3, 2027
Restorative yoga & meditation - Workshops
Paddle boarding
Day 7 - Jan 4, 2027
Yoga & Fitness - Nutrition & Health
River hike & mud baths
Day 8 - Jan 5, 2027
Restorative Yoga - Closing Ceremony
Depart for home
IMPORTANT TERMS: Once you apply and are accepted, I will forward you to Alex Boggio, who is a licensed travel agent who is also the owner of MyFijiTours.com - and he will handle all of your travel details and arrangements for you, including accepting your payment of $2967 base rate (double occupancy) plus any single supplements ($792) - and the flight which is running around $700 to $1000 (which will leave from either San Francisco or Los Angeles).
Payment plans are available and Alex will work around your financial needs.
Alex will help arrange your flight from wherever you are departing through either San Francisco or Los Angeles. Ground transportation and shuttles are included.
Daily breakfast and a daily $50 Fijian resort credit (one meal) are included (this covers approximately one extra meal per day - and this is a special courtesy for our group only). Thus, two meals a day are included. Anything beyond that you will be responsibile for on your own. You do NOT need to purchase an extra meal package.
please email Michael here with any questions
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Dec. 27th (departure) through Jan 5, 2027
10 spots total.
IMPORTANT: Once you apply and are accepted, I will forward you to Alex Boggio, who is a licensed travel agent who is also the owner of MyFijiTours.com - and he will handle all of your travel details, flights, & arrangements for you, including making payment of $2967 base rate plus any single supplements ($792) - and the flight (which will leave from either San Francisco or Los Angeles). Two meals a day are included in your rate, as well as Wi-Fi. You do NOT need to purchase an extra meal package.