Frequently Asked Questions

  • Meralume blends “Mera,” a sense of essence, wholeness, and what lives within you, with “lume,” from the Latin root for light, illumination, and glow. “Mera” also echoes “mer",” the French word for sea, which is where the flow comes in: light moving on water, and the feeling of being so settled in the moment that time stops pushing you around.

    We created these retreats as a sanctuary to help you return to:

    *Your Inner Light

    *Your Glow

    *Your Flow

    *Illuminate What’s Within

    The name draws on French and Italian, and the logo of the orchid flower is inspired by Armenian and Filipino cultures. We live in the US, and Meralume is an inclusive, multicultural space.

  • They are for anyone running on empty! Whether you are a parent, a full-time professional, a caregiver to aging parents, or simply someone fighting or preventing burnout, this space is inclusive of all humans who need a pause. You do not need to be a mother to join us—you just need a desire to rest.

  • Absolutely not! Our golden rule is: Everything is an option, never a requirement. There is no homework, no rigid schedule, and zero pressure. If you want to skip the yoga and nap in a quiet room or float in the pool all afternoon, that is the exact right choice. This time belongs entirely to you.

  • Your ticket ($200) covers a fully immersive half-day experience, including:

    • Guided gentle yoga, meditation, and a crystal soundbath

    • Low-pressure, playful art therapy (all supplies included)

    • Delicious, custom-catered plant-based meals, fresh fruit, snacks, and warm herbal teas

    • Access to a private pool, clean showers, and fresh towels

  • We keep your packing list simple so you don't have to stress. Just bring:

    • Your yoga mat

    • A comfy change of clothes

    • Swimwear (if you plan to take a dip in the pool!)

  • We completely understand that life happens and plans shift.

    • Full Refunds: Available up to 7 days before the event date.

    • Last-Minute Changes: Cancellations made within 7 days of the event are non-refundable (as our food and venue headcounts are locked in), but we are more than happy to transfer your ticket balance into a credit for our next seasonal retreat.

    • Transferable Tickets: Can't make it last minute? You are always welcome to gift or transfer your ticket to a friend, sister, or fellow human who could use a day of rest. Just email us their name!: hello@meralumewellness.com