Breathe in love, exhale gratitude.
A slight chill and a bit of an over cast with vog shrouding the sky over this weekend. Fresh north shore salty air with hints of essential oils grace the breeze. The vibrations were of love, awareness, clarity, peace, and joy throughout the Turtle Bay Resort in Kahuku on the North Shore of Oahu.
This was my first convention of yoga, meditation, and spirituality. It wasn't as busy as I have heard of or seen in pictures of the past Wanderlust events. I only had one day out of my schedule, but this event goes on for four days. Tickets may be purchased in advance online. You can choose a one day, allowing you to do three activities, one speakeasy talk and the music venues, or a three day, or the full package of four days. Packages will cost you $$$. Lodging and food is all separate. Tickets are available for music only without having to participate with the other activities.
There were food and shop vendors set up in tents on the the edges of the large lawn. Aveda was set up in the chapel doing free yogi braids to all! I had the crown braid done, it was so cute! Thanks to Lana from Black Cat Salon in Kailua!
Things to bring:
*Light layers: it's Hawaii, but it was chilly on the North Shore. I didn't plan for it and forgot my hoodie in my car back at the beach house.
*Sunscreen / Hat / Sunglasses: My friend warned me, she had a sunburn on the first day. Protect yourself.
*Reusable Water Bottle: they had water bottle filling stations all over the festival so you'll never go thirsty.
*Yoga Mat / Props: another thing I forgot was my yoga mat. There are vendors that sold them if you don't mind spending $40 or more for a mat.
*Photo ID / Passport: they sell liquor, unless you're sober then props to you!
*Journal: for the inspirations.
*Reusable Silverware / Cloth Napkin: Many vendors used use compostable and recyclable flatware, and Sustainable Coastline Hawaii provided many recycling stations, but it is better to reduce each of our own carbon footprint.
*Snacks: Bringing your own snacks is great to stick to your diet and it may be cheaper. There are vendors on site or in the hotel, but it's pricey.
There's a lot to do here, yoga, meditation, learn from the innovative speakeasy talks, explore outdoor activities (hike, surf, biking, SUP, etc), try the taste of local foods, and enjoying the musical talents of headliners. You don't need to get your handstand down or be able to touch your toes to attend. It's about the experience to unplug, unwind and recharge with others of like mind.
If you're looking for where to stay, the easiest solution is right at the resort, Turtle Bay. I was lucky enough to stay with some friends that rented a beach house 3 mins away from Turtle Bay. Another solution I heard was camping. It must be fun!
I met a lot of out of town guest that came in specifically for this. It was a good experience! Here's to finding your true north! read more