355: Join Me in Scotland in 2027! A Christian Women’s Retreat for Deep Rest, Connection + Joy
What if you could discover true rest and soul replenishment—in Scotland? Let’s talk about the upcoming Christian women’s retreat I’m hosting in Scotland in June 2027!
This is my third “Rest + Restore” Retreat, and I love how these 10 days of intentional rest, meaningful connection (and yes, fun and amazing travel adventures!) transform women’s emotional health and faith in lasting ways.
Today I’m sharing all the details about this incredible Scotland trip and how you can join us!
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
[00:00] Are You Carrying Too Much and Desperate for Real Rest?
[02:00] Why These Rest+ Restore Retreats Are So Different (and So Transformational)
[05:00] Ever Felt Like You Need a Vacation from Your Vacation?
[07:00] How Deep Connection and Friendship Naturally Form on These Women’s Retreats
[10:00] Can You Bring Your Husband on This Women’s Retreat?
[13:00] What Will the 2027 Scotland Retreat Actually Be Like?
[19:00] Where Will We Go + What Will We Experience in Scotland?
[24:00] How This Women’s Retreat Changes How You Experience Your Life
[00:00] Are You Carrying Too Much and Desperate for Real Rest?
There’s a kind of exhaustion that builds quietly over time, where you’re doing everything you’re supposed to do, loving God, showing up for your people, managing your responsibilities, and yet something in you still feels depleted, like what you need isn’t another system but actual space to breathe, to reset, and to reconnect with God in a way that feels real again.
This Scotland retreat was created out of that exact place, not just as a getaway, but as an opportunity to change how you experience your life by stepping into an environment where you’re no longer carrying everything.
[02:00] Why These Rest + Restore Retreats Are So Different (and So Transformational)
What makes these Christian women’s retreats so different is not just the destination, but the intentional removal of responsibility, where every detail is handled for you so you can finally stop managing and start receiving.
We have an incredible team for these international retreats that offers a 5-star all-inclusive experience with over-the-top hospitality that will blow you away!
And here’s why that matters: When you’re not thinking about what’s next, what needs to be planned, or how everything is going to come together, your body begins to relax in a way that most women don’t experience in their normal lives, and that shift creates space for clarity, connection with God, and meaningful conversations that go beyond surface level.
It’s in that space, when you’re no longer carrying everything, that transformation begins to happen naturally.
[05:00] Ever Felt Like You Need a Vacation from Your Vacation?
Many vacations are beautiful, but they’re still full of movement, decisions, and logistics, which means you can return home feeling just as tired as when you left.
Like all my women’s retreats, the 2027 Scotland retreat is intentionally structured so that you stay in one place.
We create an intentional balance between open time to savor and enjoy, and immersive sightseeing. And because every detail is planned and take care of, time and time again I see how this allows women’s bodies and to move out of constant activity and into true rest.
Instead of rushing through the experience, you’re able to settle into it, which is what makes it restorative rather than just enjoyable.
[07:00] How Deep Connection and Friendship Naturally Form on These Women’s Retreats
One of the most meaningful parts of these Christian women’s retreats is the connection that forms between women, not because anything is forced, but because the environment creates space for it to happen naturally. When you’re sharing meals, having unhurried conversations, and experiencing life together in a small group, something begins to open up, and many women realize how much they’ve been missing this kind of connection.
It’s not about instantly becoming best friends, but about having the freedom to be seen, known, and understood in a way that often isn’t possible in everyday life, and those connections frequently continue long after the retreat ends.
[10:00] Can You Bring Your Husband on This Women’s Retreat?
This retreat also offers a unique flexibility in that husbands are welcome to join, which creates an opportunity to share parts of the experience together while still maintaining intentional space for women.
Husbands participate in meals and excursions, while having separate activities during teaching sessions, which allows for both connection as a couple and the personal, faith-centered growth that happens in a women’s environment.
It’s a thoughtful balance that makes the experience more accessible for those who want to include their spouse.
[13:00] What Will the 2027 Scotland Retreat Actually Be Like?
From the moment you arrive, the experience is designed to help you slow down and settle in.
You’ll stay in a historic Scottish manor surrounded by wide open landscape where everything is taken care of for you, from meals to transportation to daily rhythm.
There is a natural flow to each day that includes teaching sessions, time for reflection, shared meals, and opportunities to rest or engage in creative and restorative experiences, all without the pressure of a packed schedule.
And of course we’ll see the best of what Scotland has to offer (more on that in a minute)!
The Scotland retreat is not about filling every moment, but about creating the kind of space where your nervous system can finally calm down, and your heart can open to what God wants to do—all while you explore this beautiful land.
[19:00] Where Will We Go + What Will We Experience in Scotland?
Throughout the retreat, we’ll explore a variety of beautiful and meaningful locations, all within close distance, so you never feel rushed or disconnected from your home base.
These include:
- St. Andrews — a peaceful seaside town with space to walk, explore, and breathe
- Edinburgh — a historic city filled with stunning architecture and rich story
- Glencoe (Scottish Highlands) — breathtaking landscapes that naturally draw your attention to God
- Dunkeld — a quiet, reflective town ideal for slowing down
- Stirling Castle + Wallace Monument — powerful history that reminds you of legacy and perspective
Alongside these locations, the experience also includes thoughtfully curated meals, local tastings, creative activities, and moments designed to help you engage fully without feeling overwhelmed.
[24:00] How This Women’s Retreat Changes How You Experience Your Life
The most meaningful part of this retreat isn’t just where we’ll go, but what will begin to shift while we’re there, as the pressure lifts and the noise quiets.
This trip is designed to allow you to experience a version of yourself that feels more present, more connected to God, and more emotionally at ease.
In that space, you begin to notice what it feels like to live with more lightness and clarity. The question naturally becomes how to carry that into your everyday life, not by recreating the retreat, but by recognizing what becomes possible when you give yourself permission to rest, to receive, and to reconnect with what matters most.
JOIN ME IN SCOTLAND FOR A REST + RESTORE RETREAT
The 2027 Scotland retreat isn’t just about traveling somewhere beautiful; it’s about creating space for deep rest, meaningful connection, and a renewed sense of clarity for your life.
We have a small group (just 14 spots), and we’re already half full, so if this is something you’ve been longing for, I encourage you to take the next step and learn more.
Learn more about the retreat details, what’s included, and how to save your spot here:
👉 AliciaMichelle.com/Scotland
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