Women’s Wellness Residency
A two-week island pause for women seeking space, sisterhood, and soft adventure.
This isn’t a retreat with a packed schedule.
This is a soft landing. A co-living residency. A slow, shared experience.
We’ll move, create, eat, and rest—together and alone—on a little island in the Caribbean.
Your Home
You’ll be staying at a beautiful 4-bedroom villa nestled in the hills above Kralendijk with sweeping views of the Caribbean Sea. It’s spacious, peaceful, and designed for both solitude and connection—perfect for soft landings and barefoot mornings.
The villa features:
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4 bedrooms
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2.5 baths
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Fully equipped kitchen
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Rooftop terrace for sunrises, journaling, or starry nights
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Outdoor dining space and lounge areas
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Plunge pool
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Mature garden
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Just a short drive to beaches, town, and snorkelling spots
Residency Details
📍 Location: Bonaire, Dutch Caribbean
🗓 Dates: September 6–20, 2025
👯♀️ Group Size: Intimate group of 4-6 women
🛏 Rooms: Private rooms in a shared villa
🌱 Pace: Slow, spacious, and nourishing
🧳 Arrival/Departure: Arrive September 6 by evening / Depart September 20
Your Space to Rest
All rooms are single occupancy. Want to come with a friend? Reach out and we’ll chat about shared pricing.
Sanctuary
Private Master Bedroom with King Bed, En Suite Bathroom
$1875
Serenity
Private Queen Bed, Shared Bath
$1750
Haven
Private Double Bed, Shared Bath
$1625
What’s Included
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14 nights in a private villa on Bonaire
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1 Gentle yoga class
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1 Pilates class
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1 Breath work class
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1 Belly dance class
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1 Salsa lady's styling class
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1 Thai yoga massage
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1 Local art class
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1 Local cooking class
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1 Sound healing session
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Opening and closing dinners
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Welcome basket with island goodies
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Daily open time for rest, solo adventures, or connection
What’s Not Included
While the residency includes many nourishing experiences, there are a few things you'll want to budget for separately:
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Flights to and from Bonaire
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Daily meals
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Car rental (can be split with fellow guests)
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Bonaire Nature Fee (approx. $45 USD, required for accessing the sea and national parks)
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Bonaire’s tourist entry tax (approx. $75 USD per person, paid online or upon arrival)
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Optional excursions and personal activities (diving, snorkeling tours, spa treatments, etc.)
Hosted by Micaela Purdy,
Founder & CEO at Smiling Buddha Yoga & Pilates Studio
I created this residency because I believe women need spaciousness. I’ve taught yoga around the world, and what I keep hearing is that we’re exhausted—not from lack of ambition, but from lack of true rest, play, and time to simply be. This residency is my love letter to women who crave beauty, connection, and the sea.
It’s also a small dream within a much bigger one.
One day, I hope to create a women’s commune here on Bonaire—a place for longer residencies, deeper community, and a slower rhythm of living. This is the first ripple of that vision, and I’m so glad you’re here to feel it with me.
What You Can Explore on the Island
Outside of our scheduled residency offerings, Bonaire is full of magic waiting to be discovered. Here are just some of the experiences you can dive into during your free time:
Water Adventures
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Scuba diving and snorkeling at world-famous coral reefs
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Windsurfing or kitesurfing in Lac Bay and Atlantis Beach
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Mangrove kayaking through protected ecosystems
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Glass-bottom boat tours to spot vibrant marine life
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Freediving or intro mermaid swimming sessions
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Sunset sails and private catamaran cruises
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Day trip to Klein Bonaire—a wild, uninhabited island paradise
Nature & Wildlife
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Horseback riding along the coast or through cactus trails
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Exploring Gotomeer Lake, flamingo sanctuaries, and salt flats
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Visit to the Sea Turtle Conservation Center
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Hiking in Washington Slagbaai National Park
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Self-guided road trips to hidden beaches and desert landscapes
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Stargazing from your villa’s rooftop terrace under dark island skies
Culture & Community
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Latin dance socials
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Live music nights and Caribbean jam sessions
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Local craft markets, art galleries, and artisan boutiques
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Wine tastings and tropical cocktail nights at beach bars
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Cooking classes or pop-up dinners with local chefs
Wellness & Indulgence
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Beachfront spa treatments, facials, and massages
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Holistic experiences like sound baths, Reiki, or acupuncture
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Yoga and wellness classes outside of our scheduled offerings
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Time for solitude, journaling, and being barefoot in the sand
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Optional guided nature walks to connect with the environment
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Wellness workshops and nutrition advice available nearby
Capture Your Time in Paradise with Felicia
• Capture your glow and essence during the residency
• Playful, soulful, sensual or serene — she works with your vibe and vision
• Schedule a complimentary consultation beforehand to pack the right outfits
• Sign up by May 15th for a chance to win a free photoshoot (valued at $550!)
Channel your inner Goddess with a natural light outdoor beach or nature “Flying Dress Bonaire,-” or “Lifestyle Photoshoot”.
For private Beauty and Boudoir sessions book Felicia’s red-carpet Signature Style Studio Portrait Experience.
How to sign up
We’re on a tiny island with quirky banking—so no fancy booking platforms here. Once you sign up, we’ll email you to sort out the details. PayPal, wire transfer, Canadian e-transfer, or good ol’ cash all work for us. Just fill out the form below to get started.
*Sign up by May 15th and you’ll be entered into an early bird draw for a free photo shoot during the residency.*
