RETREAT

Unplug and reset with hiking, slow adventure, and a day trip to Montenegro. Designed for women who crave connection and exploration without the race-day pressure.

schedule May 1-6, 2026

location_on Dubrovnik, Croatia and Montenegro

What happens when you step off the beaten path and into something new?

This retreat is for women who want to experience connection, curiosity, and culture in one of the most beautiful regions in the world. We’ll slow down, hike scenic trails, kayak along ancient city walls, soak in local food and wine, and laugh a lot along the way.

If you’re craving rest and exploration, this retreat is for you.

This Retreat Is for You If...

01

You like being active but also love a good coffee, glass of wine, or slow morning.


02

You want to explore Dubrovnik and surrounding areas without a race on your mind.


03

You enjoy group connection but also value time to yourself.

04

You want to feel energized, grounded, and inspired.


Retreat Highlights

  • Guest speaker session focused on women’s health (part of Day 2)

  • Full-Day Montenegro Excursion

  • Sunset dinner cruise on a pirate ship

  • Guided Dubrovnik Tour of the Old Town and ancient walls around the city

  • Kayaking the blue cave

  • photo shoot before our Final Luxury Dinner

  • Beautiful 4-star hotel with ocean views

Itinerary

Dates: May 1-6, 2026 | 6 Days & 5 Nights

Day 1: Dobrodošli (Welcome!)

Check into your 4-star hotel in Dubrovnik and meet your fellow explorers over sunset cocktails and appetizers on the hotel deck. A warm, relaxed evening to kick things off.

Day 2: Wellness + Wander

Ease into the day with an empowering educational session from our guest speaker. Enjoy a private lunch, a relaxed break, and an afternoon of strolling Dubrovnik’s charming Old Town streets, capped off with a group dinner overlooking the sea.

Day 3: Montenegro Day Trip

An early departure takes us across the border to explore the stunning coastal town of Kotor. Soak up the history, grab lunch in town, and return to Dubrovnik in the evening with stories to share and feet ready to rest.

Day 4: Return + Recharge

Enjoy a slow morning and gather again around noon. We’ll head back into town, ride the gondola to Mount Srđ for panoramic views, then hike down and finish the day with a casual dinner in the Old Town.

Day 5: Dubrovnik by Water

Start the day kayaking around the ancient city walls and into the blue caves. After a midday break and a keepsake photo session, we’ll end the retreat with a final dinner in town and toast to new friendships aboard a pirate ship at sunset.

Day 6: One Last Stroll

Join us (if you wish!) for a gentle 5k walk along the sea wall at sunrise before we gather one last time for breakfast. Late checkout at 11:00am.

****Itinerary is subject to change to facilitate forces of nature beyond our control.

Meet Your Host

Sandra Mikulic

On January 1st, 2019, Sandra started documenting her “streak” - running or walking 5km every single day. She recently surpassed 5 years of her 5k Streak.

She’s a mother, a marathoner, and a force to be reckoned with. She also happens to be in a 250ish pound body.

Being open and honest about her journey and her weight has helped her grow a community of 100,000+ people, and empowered her to self-publish her own running magazine titled “Run Your Life” that helps spread the word that you do not need to be in a smaller body to finish races!

Sandra’s connection to Dubrovnik goes beyond admiration she used to live in the capital city of Croatia, Zagreb for 12 years. She would often travel to Dubrovnik and fell in love with its charm and rich history. Every corner of this town is mesmerizing.

Her intimate connection to Dubrovnik allows her to provide a truly local experience, showcasing hidden gems and the authentic charm of this enchanting place. You are in good hands with Sandra, as she guides in her mother tongue, fluent in Croatian, through a journey that intertwines personal growth with the magic of Dubrovnik.

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The Details

schedule May 1-6, 2026

location_on Dubrovnik, Croatia and Montenegro

What’s Included

5 nights/6 days at 4 star hotel

Reduced rate for Double occupancy for 2 friends who are traveling together.

Daily buffet breakfasts

3 group dinners

1 private lunch

Guest speaker session

Full-day guided tour to Montenegro

Kayaking excursion

Sunset cruise dinner with champagne toast

Old Town walking tour

Gondola + Mount Srdj hike

Professional group photo shoot + downloadable images

Swag bag with locally curated items

What’s NOT Included

Flights to and from Dubrovnik

Alcohol beverages

Travel to and from airport/hotel accommodations (30 Euro Uber)

Travel insurance and personal liability

insurance

Trip cancellation insurance

Exclusive Swag Bag

Each attendee of the Run Your Life Retreat will receive a thoughtfully curated swag bag, packed with exclusive items to enhance your experience and provide lasting memories:

  • Special Itinerary Notebook: Keep track of your adventures and jot down thoughts in this custom-designed notebook.

  • Keepsake Jewelry Item

This swag bag is our way of saying thank you for joining us and making this retreat unforgettable.

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Join the waitlist to be the first to know when registration opens for the next Run Your Life Retreat in Croatia (2027), or visit the retreat page to explore other options.

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FAQs

  • If you are coming from any country outside the EU, Canada or U.S.A, it is your responsibility to look into Entry Visa's. 

  • Yes, you must have a valid passport that does not expire within 120 days of entry into Croatia.

  • The organizers of Run Your Life Retreat do not offer any Insurance coverage for any incidentals or medical accidents that may occur. You Must have your own traveler’s insurance.

  • last minute cancellation is non refundable, however, you can send someone in your place and transfer your registration to a friend. 

    Unfortunately, we have to pay in advance for each the race, hotel rooms and activities and are not refunded for No shows.

    During the event; If you are not able to attend the dinners or parts of the Retreat, like the excursions, no portion is refundable.

  • Force Majeure. In the event there is a Force Majeure that frustrates the purpose of this Retreat;: (a) acts of God; (b) flood, fire, earthquake or explosion; (c) war, invasion, hostilities (whether war is declared or not), terrorist threats or acts, riot or other civil unrest; (d) government order or law; (e) actions, embargoes or blockades in effect that force the cancellation of this event, by action by any governmental authority; (g) national or regional emergency; (h) strikes, labor stoppages or slowdowns or other industrial disturbances; (i) epidemic, pandemic or similar influenza or bacterial infection (which is defined by the United States Center for Disease Control as virulent human influenza or infection that may cause global outbreak, or pandemic, or serious illness); (j) emergency state; (k) shortage of adequate medical supplies and equipment; (l) shortage of power or transportation facilities; and (m) other similar events beyond the reasonable control of the Impacted Party, this will be our Refund policy:

    We will do everything in our power to refund the price of the retreat where possible, where the vendors have been able to refund our deposit.

Ready to explore, connect, and recharge?

We can’t wait to see you in Croatia.