Get your visa on arrival in Bali for $35 —stop by the VoA counter before immigration.
All-INCLUSIVE Wellness RETREAT
Travel Info
Ubud, Bali
RETREAT TEAM
Featuring: Glo Antanmo
Glo Atanmo is a storyteller, podcaster, and creative strategist who has built a multi-million dollar brand from the power of her voice.
With almost 25 years of digital media experience and passports stamped in 100 countries, she weaves cultural insight, business wisdom, and heart in everything she does.
As the co-founder of The Life Leap, she empowers women to rewrite their story, reclaim their voice, and pursue paths that align with their values. Her legacy lies in the deep belief that the truth you’re afraid to say is what the world most needs to hear.
To learn more about her work, visit her official website.
THE WELLNESS RESORT
Retreat Location
Soulshine Bali
PREP GUIDE
To-Do List
The countdown has officially begun! Before you head to Indonesia, please make sure that you do the below.
- Purchase Travel Insurance
- Register with STEP so the U.S. Embassy can contact you in case of an emergency. View the FAQs for more information.
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Attend the Pre-Retreat Meet & Greet via
Google Meet on Wednesday, August 13th at
4pm PST / 7pm EST Join the Google Meet - Join our WhatsApp Group
Arrival Requirements
Make your arrival smooth by completing the following steps before or upon landing in Bali:
Visa on Arrival (Required)
Want to speed things up?
Apply and pay in advance here.
Use this info when completing the form:
Main Purpose: General, Family, or Social
Sub-purpose: Tourism
Visa type: B1
Health Pass Form
Takes just 1 minute to complete. You’ll receive a QR code to show on arrival.
Fill out the Health Pass
Customs Declaration Form
Takes 2 minutes to complete. You’ll also receive a QR code to save to your phone.
Fill out the Customs Form
Use this info when completing the form:
Hotel Name: Soulshine Bali
Place of Arrival: BALI (DPS) Ngurah Rai
Packing Checklist
I encourage you to pack light with just a carry-on if you can. Travel delays and cancellations are unpredictable right now, so simplicity is your best friend.
Oh, and this is your time to unplug. The work gear can stay at home (you’ll thank me later). 🙂
- Travel essentials: Passport, travel insurance, pen (for customs forms + journaling)
- Movement & evening wear: Yoga/fitness outfits for daily sessions + 1 outfit for Ladies’ Night
- Other clothing: Lightweight layers like t-shirts, shorts, sundresses, swimsuit, sunglasses, hat
- Footwear: Sneakers, sandals or flip-flops, water shoes, socks
- Toiletries & protection: Basics like toothpaste, deodorant, sunscreen, bug spray, aloe vera
- Hydration: Refillable water bottle
- Snacks: Bring your favorites for the long flights
- *Optional: International SIM card or an international phone plan with your U.S. carrier
All rooms include the following:
- Air conditioning
- Wifi
- King bed
- In-room safe
- Luxury organic amenities
- Wardrobe
- Minibar
- Bluetooth speaker or record player
- Daily cleaning service
- Nightly turndown service
- Hair dryer
- Wifi internet access
- US compatible outlet
TRAVEL DAY
- Plan to arrive to your departure airport 3 hours prior to boarding time.
- When you check in at the airport, be prepared to show your passport.
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When you arrive to Indonesia, you may be required to fill out Immigration forms. A few things to note:
Purpose of Visit: Tourism
Address in Indonesia: Soulshine Bali, Jalan Ambarwati, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia 80571
Heads up: A visa and a few quick forms (health pass + customs) are also required upon arrival. For details and helpful links, see the Arrival Requirements section above. -
When you arrive at Ngurah Rai International Airport, there will be a driver to pick you up.
Upon arrival at Denpasar Airport, exit the baggage claim area and proceed to the arrival hall. Look for the designated area for hotel shuttles and private pickups, which is typically located just outside the international arrival gate. Our shuttle driver will be holding a sign with "Soulshine" and your name on it. The sign will be in the light green.
If you have any trouble locating the driver, please contact the resort's front desk (guest happiness team) at +62 853-334-99499.
The drive to the retreat location will be about 1.5 hours from the airport.
RETREAT ITINERARY
You’ve arrived and now it’s time to relax and enjoy all that the retreat has to offer! Anything outside of group activities is your time to relax or simply do what energizes you.
Daily Dining Schedule: All meals are served buffet-style at Stay Human Restaurant.
Breakfast: 7 AM – 11 AM | Lunch: 12 PM – 3 PM | Dinner: 6 PM – 10 PM
🌺 Soulshine Events
Optional activities hosted by Soulshine and complimentary for all resort guests.
The ones shown below fit within our retreat schedule. For the full list, check with the front desk on arrival.
Note: all of the below activities are optional & subject to change
- [ARRIVAL] Check-in / Get Settled
- [5:00pm – 8:00pm] 🌺 Soulful Saturday Live DJ
- [6:00pm – 8:30pm] Warm Welcome Dinner
- Let’s ease into the retreat with good vibes and great food. If you’ve arrived, join us for a casual welcome dinner where you can start meeting your fellow attendees, share some laughs, and settle in. No pressure if you’re still en route, we’ll officially kick things off tomorrow (Sunday) with our full group.
- Suggested attire: Cute & Casual
All day at Soulshine
- [8:00am – 9:00am] Soulshine Morning Yoga
- Location: Panorama Shala [above restaurant]
- Signup: Confirm your attendance via app > Activites & Events > Daily Morning Yoga
- Yoga mats will be provided
- [9:00am – 9:30am] Intention Setting Workshop with Ari
Location: Panorama Shala [above restaurant] Begin your retreat with a moment of stillness and self-reflection. In this guided session, you’ll write a letter to your future self, one you’ll open at the end of the week. This intention-setting practice invites you to pause, ground, and connect with the purpose behind your time here. Materials & pens will be provided
- [9:00am – 6:00pm] FREE TIME
- [2:00pm – 2:45pm] 🌺 Klangash Weaving Decor
- [4:00pm – 9:00pm] 🌺 Sunday Sunset Session
- [6:00pm – 8:30pm] Cultural Dinner
- Location: The Lawn
- Gain a deeper insight into the Balinese culture and people. Learn about theBalinese way of life, the meaning of offerings, how to create offerings. Enjoy aBalinese buffet, followed by traditional balinese dance performanceoverlooking the sunset at Soulshine.
- Suggested attire: cute & casual
All day at Soulshine
- [8:30am – 9:15am] Afrosoca Class w/ Ari
- Location: Panorama Shala
- A fun dance fitness class designed to get your heart rate up and boost your energy. We’ll travel to the Caribbean and Africa to learn new dance moves and jam to Soca and African beats. Get ready to shake your hips! All fitness levels are welcome to join. No sneakers required
- [9:15am – 11:00am] FREE TIME
- [11:00am – 12:30pm] Self Care Talk with Ari
- Location: Panorama Shala
- This workshop is a heart-centered space for real talk, reflection, and reinvention. Through guided prompts and conversations, you’ll explore what self-care truly means for you—mentally, emotionally, and energetically. We’ll uncover what’s ready to shift, reflect on where you are now, and map out what you need to feel whole, grounded, and aligned with your next chapter.
- [12:30pm – til] FREE TIME
- [5:00pm – 6:00pm] 🌺 Organic Garden Tour with Chef + Friend Banana & Balinese Coffee
All day at Soulshine
- [8:00am – 9:00am] Sound Healing
- Location: Panorama Shala
- Everything (including you) is about vibration and balance. Your body and allmatter exist at different rates of vibration and have their own resonant frequencies. Therefore, sound and vibration play a fundamental role in your life by affecting physical, and half journey into sound healing designed with frequencies guided to all 7 chakras with digital waves and live instruments.
- [9:00am – 11:00am] FREE TIME
- [11:00am – 12:00pm] Navigating Change Chat w/ Ari & Special Guest, Gloria Atanmo (@glographics)
- Location: Panorama Shala
- This conversation builds on the work you’ve already started—reflecting on where you are, what you need, and who you’re becoming. In this guided group dialogue, we’ll explore what it looks like to move through change with intention instead of fear. Whether you’re shifting careers, redefining relationships, or stepping into a new version of yourself, this is a space to be honest, supported, and seen. You’ll hear real stories, share your own (if you feel called), and leave reminded that you’re not navigating this alone.
- [12:00pm – til] FREE TIME
- [5:00pm – 9:00pm] 🌺 Tipat Cantok Experience
Full Excursion Day
- [8:00am – 6:00pm] Private Bali Tour
- Please be ready in the main lobby by 7:55am
- Tour Stops Include (subject to change based on group interest):
- – Sangeh Monkey Forest
– Tegalalang Rice Terrace
– Bali Jungle Swing
– Lunch at D Alas Warung Restaurant
– Tirta Empul Temple (Holy Spring)
– Tegenungan Waterfall
– Ubud Traditional Art Market - – Puri Saren Palace
- What To Wear / Bring With You
– Swimwear for Holy Spring and Waterfall
– Comfortable wear to put over swimwear
– Comfortable walking shoes or sandals - – Cash (Marketplace Purchases & Tour Guide Tip)
– Towel
– Water Bottle
– Bug Spray / Sunscreen - Note: Tour Guide will bring long dresses that we can bring for the Bali swing.
Activity Day (onsite & offsite)
- [8:00am – 8:30am] Band Werkout w/ Ari
- Location: Panorama Shala
- Booty bands, beats, and big energy. This class blends full-body sculpting with dance-floor vibes to tone your arms, core, legs, and glutes — all while turning up. Come ready to werk that band and that body!
- [8:30am – 10:00am] FREE TIME
- [10:00am – 1:00pm] Soulshine Cooking Class & Lunch
- Location: Soul Bar
- Tour our organic garden, pick fresh produce with our gardener and then create a delicious balinese dish with your harvest. Our Chef will teach you about the Balinese cuisine and techniques so you can replicate the flavors when you goback home.
- [1:00pm – 5:30pm] FREE TIME
- [5:00pm – 10:00pm] Ladies’ Night Out at Donna Ubud
- We’re heading out for a fun group dinner to kick back, connect, and enjoy a night out together! Think delicious food, good convo, and some well-deserved girl time off-site. View menu here.
Suggested Attire: Summer Chic - Please be ready in the main lobby by 4:45pm. Shuttle leaves at 5:00pm sharp.
Final full day + Optional Beach Day
- [9:00am – 10:00am] Final Group Check-in / Receive Letter To Self
- [10:00am – 2:30pm] FREE TIME
- [12:00pm – 2:00pm] 🌺 Healthy Drinks Corner at Stay Human
- Optional
- [2:30pm – 8:00pm] Potato Head Beach Club
- Join us for a fun, optional outing on our final full day! Roundtrip transportation is included — all other costs will be out of pocket. Please confirm with Jasmine if you would like to join
- Location is about 45min 1 hr away (depending on traffic). Please meet at the lobby by 2:15pm. Shuttle leaves at 2:30pm sharp.
If you plan to go, here’s what to know:
Entry Fee: There’s a 250k IDR (~$15 USD) cover, fully redeemable toward food and drink.
Seating: First-come lounge/chair seating requires:
– 500k IDR (~$30 USD) minimum spend (up to 2 guests)
– 1 million IDR (~$60 USD) minimum spend (up to 5 guests)Walk-ins are accepted, but we highly recommend booking in advance to guarantee a spot.
Reservations: Book here and make reservations for 4:30pm-closing. We suggest selecting Pool or Lawn seating for the best experience.
What To Bring / Wear
-swimwear
– towel
– sunscreen
Departure Day
Treatment Options
A 60min massage Traditional Balinese Massage is included at Soulshine Spa during the retreat for each attendee.
The Traditional Balinese Massage is an authentic calming massage that uses a combination of gentle stretches, relaxing long
stroke and acupressure help to stimulate blood flow calming the mind and body.
If you would like to add other treatments and therapies during the retreat, the following options are available to book at an additional cost: Soulshine Spa Menu.
Additional Planning (Optional)
Recommendations
Viator
5/5
Great source for planning additional activities during your stay. Find and book tours, things to do, sightseeing tours, day trips, and more.
Learn Basic Indonesian
5/5
Guide for learning basic Indonesian phrases and words:
https://www.travelgrom.com/travel-blog/bali-indonesian-language-words-for-travel
Balinese Dishes
5/5
Traditional must-try Balinese dishes:
You've got questions? I have answers!
This retreat is for any woman who is ready to invest in herself without the distractions of work and other responsibilities. The retreat has been specifically and intentionally designed so each participant can truly release, reset, and recharge so that she can return home more fully herself.
Right now, the U.S. (and a few other countries) have Indonesia listed at a Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution, but it’s important to note that this advisory is not specific to Bali. It’s mostly tied to unrest in the Papua region, which is over 1,800 miles away from where we’ll be in Ubud (basically on the other side of the country).
As for Ubud itself:
- It continues to be considered very safe for travelers.
- There are no current travel warnings or restrictions specific to Bali or Ubud.
- Like with any travel, the usual precautions apply (e.g., being mindful of belongings and surroundings), but nothing out of the ordinary or specific to recent global events.
Emergency & Evacuation Protocols (including evacuation to the U.S.): The retreat center does have standard emergency procedures in place, including evacuation routes and safety protocols for natural disasters or unexpected events. I’ve also been monitoring the current global tensions closely and am in ongoing communication with my local retreat contacts in Bali.
Right now, the U.S. (and a few other countries) have Indonesia listed at a Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution, but it’s important to note that this advisory is not specific to Bali. It’s mostly tied to unrest in the Papua region, which is over 1,800 miles away from where we’ll be in Ubud, Bali . At this time, there are no known safety concerns in or around our retreat city or location.
That said, I understand your question about evacuation back to the U.S. If there were ever a situation that required it, each guest would be responsible for their own flight arrangements, but my team and I will be on-site to coordinate with local contacts, help arrange transportation to Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), and share real-time updates and information. I’m also checking in with my local contacts this week for any updates, and I’ll share more during our Meet & Greet to ensure everyone feels secure and prepared.
Local Emergency Contact: Alongside me, there will be a designated local point of contact from the retreat property team to assist with any emergencies or needs that arise while we’re there. I’ll be sharing their info closer to the retreat.
Hospital Access: The closest medical facility to Soulshine Bali is BIMC Ubud Medical Centre, a modern clinic with English-speaking staff and 24-hour care. It’s located just a 25min drive away in central Ubud. For more advanced needs, Prof. Ngoerah Hospital in Denpasar (about an hour away) offers comprehensive emergency and specialty services.
Yes. I recommend that all U.S. guests register for the STEP program at step.state.gov. This allows the U.S. Embassy to contact you directly in case of local emergencies. Since registration is tied to individual travel plans, each guest should register independently. I’ll include a reminder and direct link in your pre-retreat checklist as well.
Absolutely! The all-inclusive cost includes all accommodation, meals, fitness classes, self-care therapies, and excursions for the week of the retreat. If you’d like to travel and explore prior to or after the retreat dates, you are welcome to book any and all travel on your at your own expense and responsibility.
If you’re looking to get around outside of the resort on your free time, either coordinate transportation with the resort front desk or use Bali’s Gojek app (Bali’s version of Uber!).
Yes! At Soulshine, everything is prepared with your health and wellbeing in mind, catering to all dietary preferences including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
And many of their organic ingredients and produce come from their very own organic farm.
Additionally, if you are allergic to certain foods, please let us know and we will ensure the Soulshine staff is informed.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided via buffet style during your stay at Soulshine (see the itinerary for the specific meal times, as the are planned around our activity schedule)
Breakfast would include coffee, tea, and assorted juices.
If you would like coffee or tea in the AM before breakfast is served, we encourage you to use the coffee maker, coffee, and tea provided in your room.
If you would like to purchase food items, meals, or drinks outside of what is provided in the buffet, you are welcome to do so! These purchases will be added to your room tab and can be paid at the end of the retreat during checkout.
Your retreat package includes a 60min Balinese massage at the spa center. You can go directly to the spa to book or put in a request via the Soulshine chat app. DO NOT book this 60min massage via spa services in the app, as you will be charged.
You are welcome to book additional spa services at an additional cost. This will be charged to your room and can be paid at checkout at the end of the retreat.
In your room, you are free to drink water in the glass bottle labeled ‘mineral water’.
Water and ice provided by the retreat center in the Stay Human Restaurant is filtered and safe to drink.
When brushing your teeth, please use the glass bottled water provided on your bathroom sink.
There will be a box at checkout where you can provide a tip on the last day. The tip will be split amongst all the staff the took part in your retreat experience.
Floating breakfast requests can be booked via the app (in-room dining section). The floating breakfast will be brought to you in the public pool of your choice.
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