Introducing ZenBooking: Our Journey to Unite Venue Owners and Retreat Organizers for Transformative Travel Experiences

Hey there, my amazing yogis, retreat organizers, venue owners, and all you adventurous souls out there!

I'm absolutely thrilled to be here, introducing myself to all of you. I'm Katarina, a proud Slovakian living it up in Switzerland. For a major part of my professional life, I delved into the world of corporate commercial real estate, even running my own company for several years. Although I truly enjoyed my work, there was always this little voice in the back of my mind, urging me to follow my passion and find a sense of purpose. I've always been an outdoorsy person, a nature enthusiast, and a yoga lover. My journeys have taken me to incredible places like India, Nepal, and Tibet. I've spent time in Ashrams, basking in the sacred atmosphere of Rishikesh, and I've even experienced the healing powers of Ayurveda in Kerala. And let's not forget, as a mom of two active boys, I once escaped to a mom and kids yoga retreat in Tuscany. Let me tell you, those few days of self-care, surrounded by like-minded souls, indulging in delicious food, and of course, practising yoga, made a tremendous impact on my life for weeks to come.

I genuinely believe in the life-changing power of retreats for absolutely everyone. It's mind-blowing how many beautiful retreats exist out there, and I'm convinced that there's a perfect one for every seeking soul at any given moment. I have immense admiration for all of you hardworking retreat organizers, pouring your heart and soul into creating exceptional retreat experiences. I understand the challenges you face, from finding the right venue, putting together a balanced and captivating program, taking care of logistics, ensuring delicious food, and of course, filling those spots and making a profit.

In my experience, a big part of a retreat's success lies in its location and the atmosphere of the venue. Trust me, I've been there—I know how difficult it can be to find that dreamy spot for your retreat. The endless inquiries about availability and prices can sometimes feel like a never-ending quest. But fear not! There are countless exceptional places out there, each with its own dreamy atmosphere, soul, and inspiring owners' story of how they became venue hosts. It's truly mind-blowing to witness the restoration of old places, bringing them back to life and giving them a new purpose of uplifting lives through retreat experiences. Plus, many venue owners even run their own retreats, which means they understand the needs of organizers and can provide invaluable help and support.

And here's where my obsession and dream come into play—I wanted to bring together these two worlds of venue owners and organizers, to help create extraordinary travel experiences and transformative journeys for your guests. It's been quite a journey itself, filled with ups and downs, but I am beyond thrilled to announce the birth of my brainchild, "ZenBooking," as it takes its very first steps into the vast retreat world.

Our mission is to connect retreat organizers with venue owners, facilitating the creation of transformative retreat experiences for active travellers and those seeking personal growth. 

I want to extend a massive thank you to Miroslav Kral, the person who believed in my idea and had the patience to guide a complete newbie like me in this exciting new territory. Miro, you're a true gem, and I'm forever grateful!

And, of course, a heartfelt thank you to all of you who put your trust in us and decided to publish your venues and retreat listings with us. We are incredibly grateful, and we will always hold you dear as our very first clients. We hope for a long-lasting partnership, and we're excited to witness your businesses grow alongside ours.

So, let's embark on this incredible journey together, creating unforgettable retreat experiences and making dreams come true

Yours truly, 

Katarina Adamec