BLUE LIFE
BACK TO BALANCE IN CROATIA A JOURNEY OF RECOVERY FROM THE EMOTIONAL STRESSORS OF COVID-19
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A JOURNEY OF HEALING “Healing is matter of time, but it is also sometimes a matter of opportunity”
Hippocrates
The Back to Balance Journey is experiential. All actiities at sea and on land have been custom designed and guided by a team of Blue Life Navigators to invoke a Blue Mind. A Blue Mind as described by Dr. Wallace J. Nichols, PHD, “A mildly meditative state characterized by calm, peace, unity and a sense of general happiness and satisfaction with life in the present moment.� Your journey’s mission is to return to balance, to a state of equilibrium. Recent events in the world have tipped the scales towards fear placing the mind in a highly reactive state. A chronic state of perceived fear reeks havoc on the mind which manifests itself in the body. In some cases the effects of stress are immediate; low energy, headaches, aches, pains, insomnia. However in many cases, the emotional trauma of global events reside deeper in the subconscious mind. To help you return to a state of balance we have provided a safe haven for the mind, an opportunity to stop the chatter, release the doubt and fears to return to a Blue Mind through a reconnection to nature, to water thus allowing for an alternative perspective to emerge. 2
The mind needs a landscape in which to heal. As we understand that much of what is going on today feels completely out of our control we’ve taken the time to address the unknowns of travel during the time of Covid. While we can’t remove all the underlying fears, we have addressed the uncertainties of being in a foreign land, of being out at sea and most of all feeling vulnerability. We’ve painstakingly designed a journey in the time Coronavirus with the intent of recharging your emotional resilience to help you feel stronger to address uncertainties that may lie ahead.
ple," said Orfeu Buxton, an associate professor of bio-behavioral health at Pennsylvania State University. Reducing cortisol levels in the brain is the key component to achieving a meditative mind state.
Traveling at sea aboard a private cruising vessel where you choose who is traveling with you, allows you to experience all of nature’s beauty safely without the stress of travel with unknown individuals. We’ve removed many of the points of uncertainty to give space to the stunning blue waters, to the soothing sounds of the wind all working in harmony telling your Mind to Relax. An opportunity for reflection, perspective and social distancing without all the negative side effects. You become one with the sea socially distant yet emotionally connected. Why does Water and Water sounds have such a powerful effect on our brain? Our brains interpret the noises we hear — both while awake and in the dead of night — as either threats or non-threats.The sound of the wind or the water gently lapping up against the vessel are non-threatening sounds. "These slow, whooshing noises are the sounds of non-threats, which is why they work to calm peo-
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Q: Aren’t small cruise yachts the same as Cruise Ships? A: No a small cruise yacht is like a private yacht with a larger capacity for guests. There is one charterer and he/she invites the guests that they want to have on board. They can still share the costs as individuals. Q: What is the capacity of the small cruise yachts? A: Typically the yachts are designed for 14-17 couples anywhere from 28 to 34 guests. Due to Covid-19 we have removed a stateroom in all vessels that will be used as a safe zone in the unlikely event that a passenger comes down with symptoms while on their journey. Q. What assurances do I have about the vessels cleanliness? A: Private yacht charters have always required high level of sanitization due to the passenger safety requirements. With Covid-19 an additional certified level of sanitization has been added. Each vessel is sanitized pre/post charter. Q: Do you supply masks? A: Each vessel has been equipped with hand sanitizers throughout the yacht and with masks should you not have come with your own.
service in more intimate settings no more than a party of 10 have been established throughout the dining service. Q: What about the crew? How do we know they don’t have the virus? A: All crew members by local law must be tested for the virus and subsequently measured for their temperature pre/post each charter. Q: What if I contract the virus while on my trip? A: A stateroom has been set aside as a safe room until we can get proper medical attention. Traveling in the mediterranean allows for limited medical fees for treatment and in many cases free. Croatia has one of the lowest Covid cases. Q: What if the previous charter there was someone with Covid symptoms? A: The vessel will be sanitized per local CDC guidelines and will require to pass an inspection. Q: Will we be allowed to visit the islands or do we stay on the yacht the entire time? A: Yes you will be allowed to visit the islands. We have organized experiences such as Oyster tasting right on the farm! We have adjusted all land based activities to comply with local social distancing requirements.
Q: What about buffet dining is that safe?
Q: Wont the trip feel different with all the restrictions?
A: First you are with people that you have invited and that hopefully had an opportunity to either test for anti-bodies or take a Covid test prior to arriving. In addition, the dining service has been modified to reduce any associated risk with buffet dining. Breakfast in stateroom, self service packaged items such as yogurt and dining
A: No restrictions in traveling at sea have always existed whether it is to adjust course for weather, discuss safety procedures or someone getting sick on board. Fortunately we have years of experience in making adjustments. This is nothing new for the yachting industry. 4
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7 DAYS AT SEA
UNTITLED
Your Safe Haven for the week Our luxury cruising yacht comes with a 8 person crew complete with an onboard Chef to provide unparalleled personalized service and an on board dining experience that rivals many top restaurants. The on board dining experience is tailor made to your individual preferences and dietary requirements for you and your guests. That’s custom dining at its best. Surrounded by sea views with no reservations needed. Your Chef’s only guest - You! Accommodations 11 Queen staterooms all en-suite with sea view and 5 Queen staterooms with porthole view lower deck. All offering comfort amenities of a resort hotel including a wide range of sea toys for hours of water immersion. From waterskiing to kayaking to stand up paddle boarding, we have it all to completely embrace the water and all its healing qualities.
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ENJOY CROATIA’S NATURAL TREASURES
INFLATABLE KAYAKS (ON BOARD) SNORKELING GEAR (ON BOARD) INFLATABLE SEA MATTRESSES (ON BOARD) SCUBA DIVING RENTAL STAND UP PADDLE BOARD RENTAL WATER SKI (ADULT) RENTAL TUBES (TOWABLE) RENTAL WAKEBOARD RENTAL
NOTE: ALL ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES AT SEA THAT HAVE RENTAL ARE PROVIDED BY A 3RD PARTY LOCAL RENTAL SERVICE. PASSENGERS REQUIRE THE APPROPRIATE LICENSING FOR RENTAL OF ANY MOTORIZED VEHICLES (JETSKI/WAVERUNNERS) OR SKUBA DIVING. CLIENTS RENT AT AN ADDITIONAL COST NOT INCLUDED IN THE CHARTER RENTAL AND RENT AT THEIR OWN RISK. THE VESSEL NOR ANY MEMBERS OF THE CREW WILL BE HELD LIABLE FOR ANY INJURIES INCURRED FROM 3RD PARTY SPORTS RENTAL AGENCIES. ALL ON BOARD PROVIDED EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN COVID-19 PREPARED. IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU BRING YOUR OWN BREATHING APPARATUS FOR ANY SNORKELING ACTIVITY
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FINDING BALANCE A series of guided activities, drawing from ancient philosophies and healing practices intermixed with cultural traditions to cultivate true release and balance while enjoying plenty of free time for Self Reflection and Self Exploration. Natural forces within us are the true healers of Dis-Ease. Healthy Mind - Healthy Body Hippocrates - Father of Medicine
JOURNEY ACTIVITIES
Daily Morning Meditation  - Setting Your Intentions Guided Walking Tours with locals Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik Water Immersion/Water Play - SUP, snorkeling, noodles and more fun in the Sun! Exploring the Spices and Herbs for real Mediterranean Cuisine Wine & Wisdom Ancient Wisdoms for Modern Day Living Creative Expression Activities; Mandalas, Zentangles , Connecting with Nature Hikes/Walks & Talks Daily Breathing Techniques to maintain presence Island Exploration Cultural Immersion Blue Mind Practice
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Wellness
Spiritual/Cultural
Release
Daily guided Meditation/Yoga
Daily Readings Ancient Wisdoms for Modern Day Living
Water Immersion/ Water Play
Oyster , Olive & Wine Tastings
Candle Lighting/ Faith Based Prayer
Creative Expression/Smile Therapy
Hikes/Walks through the Lavender Fields
The making of Lavender essential oil
Journaling
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JOURNEY HIGHLIGHTS A 7 day experiential journey through the Venetian influenced coastal sea towns and islands. Experience the Mediterranean as it once was with quaint fishing villages, endless fields of lavender, old world charm and friendly warm hearted Croatians waiting to show you the best that their country has to offer.
We can never put into an itinerary all that you will experience because sometimes it can’t be expressed in words it has to felt. It’s a collective yet individual journey where places and activities will resonate with each traveller differently. The highlights itinerary is meant to do just that provide highlights. Along the way, the Captain along with your Blue Life Navigators will make the necessary adjustments to the itinerary to ensure a state of balance is always present.
Split Embarkation day is always an exciting day and typically the longest day. Meeting your Captain and crew, seeing the yacht, unpacking, settling in, going over the itinerary and emergency procedures are definitely exhausting! You will be ready for your first on board afternoon refreshment. Your Captain will begin his journey to your next stop Milna but not before your guided walking tour of Split before you head out.
Day 1 Embarkation & Welcome Aboard! 12
Day 2 HVAR A walk in the lavender fields will tell you why Hvar is famous for its lavender—the aromatic beauty alone will stay in your memory for years to come. The use of essential oils for emotional trauma has been around for thousands of years and recently scientifically proven to offer measurable positive effects on wellbeing. In the lavender fields, is a good place to bring up some emotional triggers and let the floral sent of the flower replace those triggers with a feeling of gratitude.
south-west is famous for the blue cave which you can enter by tender. During the day, the sun reflects off of the sea bottom which creates a magical azure blue throughout the cave. An ideal location to practice a Blue Mind. Day 4 KORCULA The island Korcula often referred to as the "little Dubrovnik" since it is very similar in squares and architecture with fewer tourists which makes it perfect for an afternoon stroll followed by an evening out dinner. Don’t stress - we’ll have dinner recommendations and reservations handled for you on board through your on board concierge.
Day 3 VIS/BISEVO Vis/Bisevo: The island of Vis used to be an important hub for military airplanes. Hence some of the best airplane-wreck dive sites are found near the island. The small island a little bit further to the
Day 5 Miljet The entire island is a national park and it’s all about nature and relaxation. The islands also
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host to a large "lake" with two adjoining salt water lakes. Naturally we would drop anchor for guests to enjoy a nice swim in the blue waters surrounding Mljet. If swimming isn’t your thing - that’s OK because the island is also famous for white wine, olives and goat cheese so maybe some cycling, hiking on the island followed by some wine, cheese and olive tasting.
Day 6 Slano
Hvar - a stunning island with breathtaking views filled with the aroma of lavender.
An idyllic turquoise beach perfect for some creative expression, water immersion, journaling or just some good old fashion very therapeutic self reflection. The water is crystal clear gazing in its depths it captures your complete attention. I feel some intense soul searching coming on
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or maybe just relax with a good book and chill. Life’s Good when lived in the moment.
Day 7 Dubrovnik & Elaphiti Islands Your last night on board! Can you believe how fast the week has gone by. Time for one final Wine & Wisdom, enjoy the Elaphiti Islands a beautiful archipelago for some water immersion and water play and maybe some fine dining in Dubrovnik at sunset. How about a gratitude meditation with your crew. By now you should all be relaxed, soul a little lighter, a little more open. Maybe you’ve given some space to yourself and to those in your tribe to heal, to reflect to come back into balance.
Disembarkation day but first a morning breakfast prepared fresh by your crew. How about some last minute journaling. One more Mediterranean deep breath to carry you forward into uncertainties but with the knowledge that we are all connected.
“The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever”
- Jacques Yves Cousteau
Day 8 Dubrovnik and Disembarkation
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WHAT’S INCLUDED Everything that you need to keep you safe, comfortable and relaxed while on board and on island. It all begins as soon as you reach Croatia! We’ve re-designed the journey to comply with all Covid-19 health guidelines but more importantly we painstakingly re-designed to give you that peace of mind. For 8 days and 7 nights, we want you to take care of yourself and give yourself that time and space within to be with others, to express yourself, to grieve, to laugh to do whatever helps to strengthen the heart and relax the mind - leave the rest of the details to us! The program cost is based on the entire cruising yacht in Queen stateroom with en-suite amenities. All suites can be converted to Twin staterooms providing flexibility in accommodations. Due to Covid-19 we have reduced the amount of available suites to allow for a safe zone in the unlikely event of any member of the group develops covid symptoms. Airfare, land activities, land accommodations and transportation other than those listed are not part of your program costs.Your Captain will set sail with embarkation in Split and/or Dubrovnik depending upon week of travel. 16
We recommend (1) day minimum arrival before your journey and (1) day after your journey to allow for re-entry and your long trip home. We are all living new “normal” but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Living with greater compassion, empathy and consideration for a fellow human being is really just bring us back to how we should be living our lives. We understand the travel fear is great - but we’ll be with you every step of the way.
FROM €45,000/WEEK
BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY IN A 11 QUEEN STATEROOM SEA VIEW AND 5 QUEEN STATEROOMS PORTHOLE VIEW LOWER DECK FOR 8 DAY/7 NIGHT INCLUSIVE OF ALL LISTED GUIDED ACTIVITIES, TOURS & MEAL SERVICE
Luxury Crewed Private Yacht Cruiser for up to 32 guests of your choosing (Your Tribe) 8 Day/7 Night Journey (8) Crew Members** (1) Blue Life Navigator (1) Local Cruise Guide & Concierge Half Board (Breakfast & Lunch and/or Dinner) All beverages, coffee, teas, juices and water with meal service All listed activities and experiences listed in the Finding Balance section (does not include entry fees where applicable) Island Itinerary listed under the Journey Highlights* Welcome Dinner Meet & Greet Hotel pick-up and transfer to vessel including arrival airport pick up *Itinerary is subject to change without prior notice. All itineraries are subject to weather conditions at time of your charter. Changes in itinerary are for your safety and comfort. No port of call or itinerary island order is guaranteed. The Journey Highlights may have changes to port of calls throughout the week.On board bar service available with an assortment of wines and spirits for purchase. All safety guidelines for Covid-19 have been implemented for passenger and crew safety. **Discretionary crew gratuity not included.
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COVID-19 PREPARED
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