TRAVEL
Go somewhere that changes you.
I take small groups to places that matter —
curated, carefully planned, and led by someone who knows the terrain inside and out.
Every morning starts with a fitness class tailored to that day's adventures.
Every day is designed to go deeper than a tourist would ever get.
Right now, my heart is in Mexico.
Specifically: San Miguel de Allende — a UNESCO World Heritage city
made of cobblestone streets, baroque architecture, extraordinary artisans,
and, if the season is right, millions of monarch butterflies in the forest nearby.
Come with me.
I promise it will be worth the squats.
SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE
Go somewhere that changes you.
I take small groups of women to places that matter — curated, carefully planned, and led by someone who knows the terrain inside and out.
Every morning starts with a fitness class tailored to that day's adventures. Every day is designed to go deeper than a tourist ever gets.
Right now, my heart is in Mexico. The cobblestone streets of San Miguel de Allende.
The quiet forest where millions of monarch butterflies come to rest.
The lake towns of Michoacán that most people have never heard of.
Over 60 million monarch butterflies overwinter in the fir forests of Michoacán.
I've stood in that forest.
I know what it does to people.
It's the kind of experience that changes your relationship with nature,
with movement, with your own smallness in the most beautiful possible way.
This trip combines San Miguel with a day at the butterfly sanctuary. We'll train each morning for the hike at altitude. We'll be ready. You'll never forget it.
These are the trips. Come with me.
San Miguel de Allende - First Look
Your introduction to one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
San Miguel de Allende is a UNESCO World Heritage city in Mexico's Central Highlands — and it is exactly as extraordinary as everyone says it is.
Baroque churches. Cobblestone streets. An art scene that attracts people from all over the world.
Food that surprises you.
A pace that immediately tells your nervous system to slow down.
On this trip, we find our rhythm together.
Morning fitness class every day — gentle, purposeful, and calibrated to what we're doing that day.
Then we walk.
We explore the Centro Histórico.
We visit artisan workshops and the markets that locals actually shop.
We find the restaurants that don't need to advertise.
We sit in the jardín at dusk and watch the city do what it does.
I've made all the mistakes in San Miguel so you don't have to.
I know which neighborhoods to walk at which hour, where the best tacos are at 9am, and which shops are worth your time.
That's what having me as your concierge actually means.
Small group. Morning fitness every day. Me as your guide, your coach, and the person who makes sure you come home having actually seen the place.
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San Miguel de Allende — Deeper In
For those who've been once and know they need to go back.
You've been to San Miguel.
You know what it does to you.
You've been thinking about going back.
This trip is for you.
We skip the orientation entirely and go straight to the parts that take longer to find
— the artisan studios that don't announce themselves,
the day trips to smaller towns that most tourists never reach,
the private cooking experiences, t
he architecture walks that go well beyond the Parroquia.
The conversations that only happen when a place starts to feel like yours.
Morning fitness class every day, calibrated to the pace we're setting.
Then we go somewhere most people don't.
San Miguel rewards repetition.
Every time I go back, I find something I missed. On this trip, we go back — together.
Small group. Morning fitness every day. SMA like you've never quite seen it before.
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Already Coming to Mexico?
Add San Miguel.
Many guests on the Michoacán retreat ask: can I see San Miguel while I'm here?
The answer is — come on!
San Miguel de Allende is the natural home base for all my Mexico trips. I
t's where I spend significant time each year, and I know it the way you know your own city —
the good parts, the hidden parts, and the parts worth sharing.
Lodging and activities in San Miguel are on your own,
but I'm happy to recommend where to stay, what to do, and what to skip.
Arrive a few days early, stay a few days after, or both — t
he city will reward every hour you give it.
MONARCH MIGRATION TRIP — MICHOACÁN
The Monarch Migration — A 5-Day Retreat in Michoacán, Mexico
Pátzcuaro & Michoacán ·
January 26–30 or February 9–12, 2026 · 9 guests maximum
Over 60 million monarch butterflies overwinter in the oyamel fir forests of Michoacán, Mexico.
I’ve stood in that forest.
I know what it does to people.
It's the kind of experience that stops your breath
— not just from the altitude, but from the sheer improbability of what you're witnessing.
Millions of wings.
The sound of them.
The way the light comes through the trees when they rise.
It changes your relationship with nature, with movement, with your own beautiful smallness in the world.
I built this trip around that moment.
Five days of slow travel, connection, culture, and daily movement — anchored by the journey to El Rosario Sanctuary on horseback.
Come with me. Small group, big experience.
Dates: January 26–30, 2026 | February 9–12, 2026
Location: Pátzcuaro, Michoacán, Mexico (with optional San Miguel de Allende extension)
Group size: 9 guests maximum + local guide + Lisa
Fitness: Gentle daily movement classes with Lisa — joint-friendly and energizing
Fly into: León/Guanajuato (BJX), Querétaro (QRO), or Mexico City (MEX)
Price: USD —MXN pesos
NOTE: final pricing may vary slightly by exchange. A non-refundable deposit is required to hold your spot.
Day 1
Butterflies
Early departure from San Miguel — 3 to 4 hours to El Rosario Sanctuary. Horseback ride and short hike with local guides to the monarch colonies. Quiet time in the oyamel fir forest — one of the most extraordinary places on earth. Afternoon drive to Pátzcuaro. Arrive, settle in, find dinner together as a group.
Day 2
Pátzcuaro
Morning mobility and breathwork class with Lisa. Explore Pátzcuaro's beautiful historic center: Plaza Vasco de Quiroga, artisan workshops, the Basilica, the market, and the remarkable Casa de los Once Patios. Textile demonstration. Optional afternoon boat ride to Janitzio Island. Evening: witness the Dance of the Old Men — a stunning traditional performance.
Day 3
Zirahuén
Morning fitness class with Lisa. Drive to Lake Zirahuén. Choose your adventure: zip line and suspension bridges, paddleboarding, kayaking, boat ride, horseback riding, or ATVs. Lakeside lunch. Free afternoon for spa, artisan shopping, café exploring, or — if adventure isn't your thing today — cooking classes or jewelry workshops can be arranged.
Day 4
Morelia
Morning stretch and breath reset. Day trip to Morelia — one of Mexico's great colonial cities. UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cathedral, aqueduct, Candy Museum, artisan market, the Convent of San Francisco, and one of the best regional cuisines in the country. About a 1-hour drive each way.
Day 5
Departure
Final morning class. Breakfast. Group goodbyes. Return to San Miguel de Allende. [NOTE: Guests should plan to stay in SMA the night before Day 1 departs and the night of return — highly recommended to extend both ends for the full SMA experience.]
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Y Lodging with breakfast (4 nights, double occupancy)
N Airfare and airport transfers
Daily fitness classes with Lisa
Tips (please tip generously — it matters)
Horseback ride to El Rosario Monarch Sanctuary
Lunches, dinners, personal snacks
Entrance fees to listed museums and parks
Optional spa treatments or shopping
One adventure activity at Zirahuén Park
Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
One surprise (you'll find out when you get there)
Additional nights in San Miguel de Allende
All planned group activities
Group shuttle can be arranged (extra cost)
Bilingual local guide (English & Spanish)
Single occupancy available at additional cost
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Y Lodging with breakfast (4 nights, double occupancy)
N Airfare and airport transfers
Daily fitness classes with Lisa
Tips (please tip generously — it matters)
Horseback ride to El Rosario Monarch Sanctuary
Lunches, dinners, personal snacks
Entrance fees to listed museums and parks
Optional spa treatments or shopping
One adventure activity at Zirahuén Park
Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
One surprise (you'll find out when you get there)
Additional nights in San Miguel de Allende
All planned group activities
Group shuttle can be arranged (extra cost)
Bilingual local guide (English & Spanish)
Single occupancy available at additional cost
Getting Prepared
Getting There
Fly into León/Guanajuato (BJX), Querétaro (QRO), or Mexico City (MEX).
Bajío Shuttle Service offers direct transfers to San Miguel de Allende — WhatsApp: +52-415-185-8665.
Money
Download the Wise app for international payments (like Zelle, but it works globally).
Units Plus for real-time currency conversion.
A deposit of approximately 50% is due at booking — payment details provided upon registration.
Communication
Download WhatsApp before you travel — it's how we coordinate.
Message Lisa at 1-404-780-8310.
Our local guide Alfredo can be reached at +52-415-153-2359.
Fitness Level
All daily classes are gentle, energizing, and joint-friendly — accessible to all fitness levels.
The horseback ride to El Rosario does involve a short uphill hike at altitude.
We train for this in our regular classes — one more reason to be consistent before you go.
Travel Insurance
Recommended. Your regular health insurance likely doesn't cover you internationally.
A basic travel insurance policy is inexpensive and worth it
This isn't just a trip. It's about sharing time together.
Travel with friends, family, and new companions who move through the world the same way you do — curious, open, and ready for something that genuinely changes them.
You'll leave with a body that moved every day. A mind that's genuinely quieter. A phone full of photos you'll actually look at.
And a group of people you'll want to travel with again.
Small group. Nine people maximum. This fills quickly.
To learn more about me and how I travel,
check out my blog!
Have questions before you commit?
I offer free 20-minute discovery calls for anyone considering a trip.
We'll talk about what you're looking for, whether this is the right fit, and what to expect.
No pressure, no pitch — just a real conversation.