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The Retreat Host Playbook

The Retreat Host Playbook

Written by: Trey Carmichael
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The Retreat Host Playbook is the Ridiculously You podcast for coaches, facilitators, wellness professionals, consultants, community leaders, and entrepreneurs who want to plan, price, market, and host better retreats. Hosted by Julie May and Trey Carmichael, the show breaks retreat planning down into practical, easy-to-use conversations about choosing the right retreat venue, building a profitable retreat budget, setting your pricing, filling your spots, designing the guest experience, planning destination and international retreats, and avoiding the mistakes that cost retreat hosts time andTrey Carmichael Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • How Do You Plan an International Retreat?

    How Do You Plan an International Retreat?
    Sep 11 2026

    "How do you plan an international retreat without turning yourself into a travel agent and logistics company? Julie May and Trey Carmichael of Ridiculously You cover international retreat planning from destination and venue selection to pricing, flights, passports, airport transfers, guest communication, local vendors, scheduling, and using local partners so the retreat host can focus on leading the experience."


    Planning your retreat? Download the Ridiculously You Retreat Planning Guide.

    https://thegreeceretreat.com/retreat-planning-guide


    Want to host your retreat on the beautiful island of Crete during the Secret Season?

    https://thegreeceretreat.com/


    Want to learn more about Ridiculously You?

    https://ridiculouslyyou.com
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    4 mins
  • How Do You Find a Retreat Venue in Another Country?

    How Do You Find a Retreat Venue in Another Country?
    Sep 10 2026

    "How do you find a reliable retreat venue in another country without flying around the world to scout properties? Julie May and Trey Carmichael of Ridiculously You explain how to search for international retreat venues, narrow your destination, use retreat venue directories, verify properties, conduct virtual walkthroughs, evaluate transportation, and find reliable local support."


    Planning your retreat? Download the Ridiculously You Retreat Planning Guide.

    https://thegreeceretreat.com/retreat-planning-guide


    Want to host your retreat on the beautiful island of Crete during the Secret Season?

    https://thegreeceretreat.com/


    Want to learn more about Ridiculously You?

    https://ridiculouslyyou.com
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    3 mins
  • What Questions Should You Ask a Retreat Venue Before Booking?

    What Questions Should You Ask a Retreat Venue Before Booking?
    Sep 7 2026

    "What questions should you ask a retreat venue before signing a contract or paying a deposit? Julie May and Trey Carmichael of Ridiculously You cover the essential retreat venue questions about guest capacity, exclusive use, bedrooms, meeting space, meals, dietary needs, airport transfers, local support, pricing, deposits, cancellation terms, and the venue's experience hosting retreat groups."


    Planning your retreat? Download the Ridiculously You Retreat Planning Guide.

    https://thegreeceretreat.com/retreat-planning-guide


    Want to host your retreat on the beautiful island of Crete during the Secret Season?

    https://thegreeceretreat.com/


    Want to learn more about Ridiculously You?

    https://ridiculouslyyou.com
    Show More Show Less
    3 mins
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