Walk along the coast, breathe deeply, move mindfully, soak in sunsets, and let the rhythm of the waves guide you. Discover hidden beaches and coves, prison islands, knight quarters and medieval town, experience views, smells and sun on your skin. Taste fine local cuisine, cacao ritual and original Rab recipes. Come as you are—leave feeling grounded, refreshed, and deeply connected.
Retreat datesMay 9 – 15, 2026
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Experience
The experience
Itinerary
Your 7-Day Journey
Each day is guided by intention, presence, and the rhythm of the sea.
Day 1: Arrival
Day 2: Mindful SUP Experience
Day 3: Old Town Discovery
Day 4: Boat Journey
Day 5: Sea Power Workshop
Day 6: Lopar Excursion
Day 7: Departure
Day 1: Arrival – Grounding
Welcome to Papalina Resort
Your journey begins as you arrive at Papalina Resort and step into the calm rhythm of island life. Sip a welcome drink by the pool before gathering for a gentle welcome circle, set intentions for the week, and enjoy a short breathwork session to arrive fully in the present. Connect with fellow guests and feel the Adriatic breeze as the sun sets.
Highlights:
- Welcome drink
- Welcome circle and intention setting
- Dinner: Welcome Dinner - Authentic local grill experience
Day 2: Mindful SUP Experience– Clarity & Letting Go
Start the day with morning breathwork, setting the intention of clarity and letting go. After breakfast, enjoy a mindful SUP experience, moving with awareness over the crystal-clear waters, noticing your body and tuning into the rhythm of the sea. In the afternoon, a Body Scan session helps you settle into your body and absorb the morning’s experience. Local fine dining experience - taste of island Rab cuisine
Highlights:
- Morning breathwork
- Mindful SUP experience
- Afternoon Body Scan session for deep relaxation
Day 3: Old Town Discovery – Exploration & Lightness
Begin with morning breathwork, setting the intention of exploration and lightness. Wander through Rab’s medieval old town, climbing the bell tower, visit to the knight's quarters, pausing at Café Banova Villa for mindful conversation and reflection.
In the evening, a Yoga Nidra session allows deep mental and physical relaxation, helping you integrate the day’s discoveries. Local fine dining experience - taste of island Rab cuisine
Highlights:
- Morning breathwork
- Explore the medieval old town
- Mindful pause at Café Banova Villa
- Evening Yoga Nidra session
Day 4: Boat Journey – Space & Inner Balance
While doing morning breathwork, set the intention of space and inner balance. Take a mindful boat journey, exploring hidden coves, prison island and quiet bays. Swim, float, and let your breath anchor you as the rhythm of the sea guides body and mind.
In the afternoon, a Mental Training session helps you focus, reflect, and connect with your inner landscape. Local fine dining experience - taste of island Rab cuisine
Highlights:
- Morning breathwork
- Mindful boat tour around Rab
- Breath as your anchor
- Swimming and floating in crystal-clear bays
- Mental Training Session
Day 5: Sea Power Workshop – Connection & Rhythm
Start with morning breathwork, setting the intention of connection and rhythm. Experience the Thalasso-inspired workshop, including sea salt scrub and algae mask, followed by a mindful cacao ritual to nourish body and mind.
In the evening, a Yoga Nidra session supports deep relaxation and presence, allowing the day’s experiences to settle fully. Local fine dining experience - taste of island Rab cuisine
Highlights:
- Morning breathwork
- Thalasso workshop: sea salt scrub & algae mask
- Mindful cacao ritual
- Evening Yoga Nidra session
Day 6: Lopar Excursion & Closing Circle – Reflection & Presence
Begin with morning breathwork, setting the intention of reflection and presence. Take a mindful walk along Lopar beaches, then spend the afternoon journaling and observing your inner state, capturing insights from the week.
In the evening, join the closing circle to honor the journey, express gratitude, and leave feeling grounded. Local fine dining experience - taste of island Rab cuisine
Highlights:
- Morning breathwork
- Mindful Lopar walk
- Afternoon journaling and reflection
- Closing circle
Day 7: Departure – Gratitude & Farewell
Take your final moments on the island to breathe, connect with nature, and absorb the calm of Rab. Depart with clarity, presence, and gratitude, carrying the retreat’s mindful rhythm into daily life.
Highlights:
- Morning breathwork
- Final moments by the sea
Departure with intention and presence
In the free slots, you can enjoy your individual 20-minute Somatic Integration session.
Activities
hiking
breathwork
meditation
creative workshops
energy healing
water activities
outdoor games
nature walks
somatic therapy
guided meditations
fitness activities
free time
cultural immersion
group meals
local excursions
adventure activities
rituals and ceremonies
inner reflection
group discussions
holistic therapies
team building exercises
Amenities
Air Conditioning
heating
wifi
Swimming Pool
Yoga Shala
Meditation Area
deck
Patio or Balcony
Garden Area
Views & surroundings
Ocean Views
Oceanfront
Peaceful Quiet
Cultural Experiences
Spiritual Experience
Location
Where you’ll be
Map shows the approximate area. The exact address is shared after your booking is confirmed.
Practical
What to know before you go
What's included
Your Sea & Soul experience includes:
✓ 6 nights in beachfront villas at Papalina Resort
✓ Your own private room (not shared)
✓ Daily nourishing breakfast and dinner
✓ 2 themed dinners: Local grill Night & Mediterranean Fish Experience
✓ Selected dinners at a high-quality local restaurant
✓ Daily morning breathwork sessions
✓ Mind-body practices (Body Scan, Yoga Nidra, Journaling, Mental Training)
✓ Mindful SUP experience
✓ Boat journey to hidden coves and quiet bays
✓ Thalasso-inspired sea workshop (salt scrub & algae mask)
✓ Mindful cacao ritual
✓ One Individual 20-minute Somatic Integration Sessions
✓ Guided island walks and mindful exploration
✓ Swimming and time to relax by the sea
✓ Water equipment (SUP, pool use, etc.)
✓ Yoga mats
What's not included
Not Included
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Flights to Croatia
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Travel Insurance (required)
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Transfers to Rab Island (we can assist with arrangements)
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Lunches
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Personal expenses
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Alcoholic Beverages
Food & meals
6 x Breakfast
6 x Dinner
How to get there
Arrival
Nearest local airport is Rijeka, then Zagreb or Zadar
By car from Rijeka or Zagreb it takes about 1.30 - 2 hours to the Stinica ferry dock. The sailing lasts 15 minutes starting every half hour, in the summer period depending on the intensity of traffic. It is the best connection between island and land.
Four times a day a ferry leaves from Lopar to Valbiska harbour on the island of Krk. The sailing lasts one and a half hour.
Example of arriving from Munich – Munich – Salzburg – Villach – Karawankentunel – Ljubljana – Exit Postojna – Ilirska Bistrica – Pivka – Rijeka – Exit Sv.Kuzam – left to Bakar and further to Stinica harbour – island Rab.
Catamaran to transport only passengers from the harbour Rijeka to the city of Rab and vice versa lasts the whole year once a day. The sailing lasts 1.45 hours.
Your host
Meet your host
NP
Nikola P
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Based in Barbat na Rabu, Croatia
Hosting since 2026
About Nikola P
Stay at Villa Papalina resort. Stunning Mediterranean-modern beachfront villas with private pools, pool bar, yoga and fitness corner, and beautiful gardens with sea views. Just steps from the crystal-clear Adriatic sea and perfectly located for your island adventure.
Tourism in our family has always been pleasure in which we have all participated, and the first steps have been taken In 1962, when Marija and Ivan opened their doors to our first guests. We are proud of that part of our traditions and we would like to welcome you just as our grandparents hosted guests with a warm smile and cold beer.
Family Perkić
We are located on the small charming island of Rab right by the sea. Walk to the first beach will take you less than a minute, and the whole island of Rab is also in your palm. We want you to have a pleasant stay with us and we offer you some additional facilities to enrich your stay with us.
Pools, Rent a speedboat, bicycle, SUP, yoga/fitness corner, and if you have had enough of the sea and swimming, there is a bar at your disposal where you can enjoy drinking beer and wine from our taps. You just have to come, bring sunglasses, lie down on a deck chair and enjoy by the pool overlooking the sea.