Full Moon Glow Retreat
A long weekend of rest and radiance with KJ Atlas and Marianne Vicelich at Palmaïa, The House of AïA, Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Thursday, September 24 - Sunday, September 27, 2026
Step into a rare atmosphere of beauty and intention where you are free to relax, recalibrate, and glow.
Step into a rare atmosphere of beauty and intention where you are free to relax, recalibrate, and glow.
The air is warm in that enveloping, late-afternoon way that feels medicinal, dense with oxygen from nearly a thousand acres of protected jungle stretching toward the Riviera Maya coastline. The scent of verdant green life and blooming florals rises from the earth, and before you have time to think about anything at all, your body responds. Your shoulders lower. Your jaw softens. Your breath deepens without effort.
You have stepped into a rare pocket of time where no one is asking anything of you. No decisions to make. No fires to put out. No one is waiting for your response. You are simply here, present in your body, surrounded by layered greens and an open sky, aware, in a subtle way, that this coastline has held ritual, prayer, and devotion long before your arrival.
Palmaïa, The House of AïA is a sanctuary shaped with intention, a two-Michelin-Key wellness retreat whose architecture dissolves into the jungle so seamlessly that you feel supported without ever noticing what is holding you.
Your glow season begins here.
You are not new to beautiful places. You’ve stayed in luxurious hotels, booked flights, and curated incredible experiences. You know the difference between something that photographs well and what actually feels restorative. You’ve attended retreats before. Some were meaningful, some were forgettable, and some were well-intentioned but poorly held, taking you out of rest mode and into survival. You’ve developed great taste.
In most areas of your life, you are the capable one. You can handle it all. You’re the one who anticipates what’s needed before anyone else does. You are trusted, relied on, and often admired for how much you can carry. What’s rarer is being where you don’t have to manage the energy of the room, or make sure everything runs smoothly. Responsibility dissolves for a little while.
At this stage, you’re not looking to be fixed or dramatically transformed. You’re looking for environments that feel intentional, deep, and luxurious. A weekend that meets your standards without you lifting a finger. This retreat was designed with that woman in mind.
After attending retreats in many forms, we’ve come to appreciate how subtle the difference is between something that looks beautiful and something that is actually restorative. The details, pacing, and energy of the room matter.
As a wellness journalist, Marianne brings the lens of someone who has evaluated wellness experiences around the world. She knows when something feels seamless and when it feels strained. KJ’s work has always centered on the relationship between environment, timing, and the body. The right place, at the right moment, can create resounding shifts without friction.
Palmaïa, The House of AïA wasn’t selected for trend or spectacle. It was chosen because it holds you properly and gives you the soft, luxurious experience you deserve to really tune in. Set within nearly a thousand acres of preserved jungle and awarded two Michelin Keys, it offers a rare combination of design, discretion, and depth.
We’ve intentionally kept this weekend unhurried. Restoration doesn’t thrive in a packed itinerary. There will be ample space to wander, swim at the beach, attend classes offered by the property, or rest in your stunning oceanfront suite.
We will be gathering under the Full Moon in Aries, which is a powerful time to step forward in a new way. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac. It represents initiation, courage, instinct, and the willingness to choose yourself. The Full Moon is the culmination point of the lunar cycle, and is historically associated with abundance, celebration, and radiance. We will be working with the energy of the Libra Sun and Aries Moon to mark the moment with intention, honoring both the boldness to claim what we desire and the grace to receive it in relationship with others.
Surrounded by ocean and ancient jungle, this Moon is all about embodiment.
This is an opportunity to celebrate abundance, honor yourself, and enter the next chapter that is ready to begin.
About House of AïA
One of the reasons we chose Palmaïa, The House of AïA, is that it is intentional in every way. This is not your typical resort.
It uses a gentle approach to health and wellness. There is no rigid schedule or forced participation. While we will have planned meals and workshops, there will still be ample time to move toward what feels nourishing in the moment. There are over 50 classes and experiences each week, outside of our planned activities, so whether you want a sunrise meditation, a sound healing, a movement class, or quiet time alone, it’s available.
What struck me most, though, is the land itself.
Nestled between the edge of the ocean and a tropical jungle, Palmaïa, The House of AïA sits on mythic ground. This is a land where remnants of Mayan sacred sites still exist, outside of public view. A land that has been left largely undisturbed. There’s an ancient energy here that’s undeniable. You feel it the minute you enter the portal that transports you from the outside world into the safety and solitude of the jungle that is home to Palmaïa, The House of AïA.
“We operate from the perspective that we need to do everything we can to respect the specialness of this place. After all, nature is everywhere, and we firmly believe that our spirit heals with the joy of nature. So we choose to live in harmony with the constant expansion of the jungle, clipping here, trimming there, always mindful of our place so we disrupt as little as possible to allow nature to follow its path.”
That philosophy is visible everywhere. The resort was built up, not out, preserving as much of the land as possible. The jungle serves as a shield against wind, rain, and the outside world.
Pathways wind between trees, plants, and stone, leading to quiet yoga decks, tranquil cenotes, and spa treatment temples. A woven wooden tunnel carries you from your room to the beach. Elevated walkways move through foliage that forms a canopy overhead as you make your way to dinner, to an art class, or to a healing session.
It feels immersive, safe, and secluded, so you feel held from start to finish.
RETREAT AGENDA
Thursday, September 24
We ask that you arrive by mid-afternoon on Thursday, giving yourself time to settle into your oceanfront suite, unpack slowly, and let the horizon recalibrate your nervous system. There will be a welcome cocktail party and dinner together at Palmaïa, The House of AïA’s beachfront restaurant.
As evening deepens, we’ll gather by the beach for a simple opening ceremony, a moment to arrive internally, before you return to your suite for deep, uninterrupted rest.
Friday, September 25
Friday begins on a soft note. We will have breakfast together, followed by a private movement class designed to open the body and mind.
Later, we’ll enter the Temazcal, a traditional cleansing, sweat lodge ceremony held with reverence and care, an elemental ritual that invites you to release what feels heavy and return to your breath.
Afterward, there is space and time to swim, nap, wander shaded jungle paths, or do absolutely nothing at all. The evening brings another shared dinner at one of the on-site luxe restaurants.
Saturday, September 26
Saturday, after the build-up of the Aries Full Moon, we’ll gather for breakfast, take some time to move our bodies, and sit with any breakthroughs that have come through. Later, KJ will guide you through an astrology workshop centered on the Aries Full Moon and your inner radiance. We will have a nourishing lunch together, followed by a manifestation session grounded in clarity and intention with Marianne.
There will be time to rest again before our closing dinner, followed by a stargazing meditation on the beach. Bare feet in the sand, silent disco headphones on, and permission to drop into your body under the vast sky and Full Moon.
Sunday, September 27
On our last day, we will have a final breakfast together before a closing ceremony to wrap up the weekend. We will host a meditation and group circle to bring the experience together. This is where we gather the insights, sensations, and realizations, and anchor them into something you can carry home. Reflection may be spoken or silent, structured or intuitive.
The gifts of the retreat are not meant to stay here. It is meant to travel back with you in the way you wake up, in the way you speak to yourself, in the decisions you make when no one is watching.
Each guest leaves with a gift bag valued at $1000 USD.
Meet Your Retreat Guides
KJ Atlas
KJ Atlas is an astrologer, astrocartographer, and business guide who helps people live, work, and wander with intention. Based in Palm Springs, CA, KJ blends psychological, business, and locational astrology to support clients around the world in finding home literally and within.
One of the few women working at the forefront of modern astrocartography, she’s guided over 4,000 souls, including entrepreneurs, public figures, and your favorite entertainers, to align with their true nature and create lives that feel like home. Her work is rooted in the belief that authenticity is not just a personal virtue, but a spiritual path toward freedom.
Marianne Vicelich
Australia-based Marianne Vicelich is a wellness and longevity expert who specializes in manifesting and profound personal transformation.
She is a prolific author of 12 books including her latest wellness book, "The Longevity Game" and her first book, "Destruction." She has been featured on the BBC London, E News, NBC Network, and Bravo TV, among others, and in magazines including Esquire, Harper’s Bazaar, Vogue, and Marie Claire.
Marianne will help you embark on an experiential journey to release what holds you back, reconnect with your true self and learn to co-create a life of freedom, joy and purpose with the Universe.
Join us for a weekend designed to amplify your radiance, reconnect you with your desire, and celebrate abundance.
Reserve your place and honor yourself with the gift of expansion, beauty, and bold forward momentum.
Have Questions?
Where is House of AïA?
Palmaïa, The House of AïA is a double Michelin Key Resort located along the Riviera Maya coastline in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. It is about a 50-minute drive from the Cancun International Airport. Flights are not included in the retreat ticket and must be booked separately. Private transfer from CUN to Palmaïa, The House of AïA is included.
Are flights included?
Flights to and from Cancun International Airport are NOT included.
When are check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time on our arrival day is at 3 pm.
Check-out on departure day is at 12 pm noon.
What are the services included in the all-inclusive rate?
À la carte breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Premium domestic and international alcoholic beverages
Private beach and pools
Gym
Pool and beachside service
Wifi
Bike share
Valet parking
Nomadic guide
Sounds of Ritual Program
Architects of Life Program
Is there a payment plan?
Yes! You have the option to pay in installments using Klarna, Affirm, or Afterpay.
What's the cancellation policy?
Due to limited availability, there are no refunds if you can't attend the retreat. You can transfer your ticket to someone else. We encourage you to purchase travel insurance.
Do you accommodate food allergies?
Yes, let us know about your food allergies and restrictions. Palmaïa, The House of AïA has an incredible culinary program focusing on conscious, plant-forward, and organic ingredients. All meals are included in the ticket price.
Are there any age restrictions?
Minimum check-in age is 18 years.
