Costs

We have worked hard to keep the Reflection Retreat as accessible as possible for everyone
in our community. The ticket price is 200 EUR per person. This fee covers:

• 3 nights of accommodation
• Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee breaks)
• All retreat activities and materials

Please note:

• Travel costs to and from Slovakia (airfare, bus, train) are not included. 
• Visa costs, if needed, are also not covered.

Getting There & Arrival

Meeting point — Tuesday, 23 June at 4:30pm CET

Please join us at Coworking Cvernovka in Bratislava, where we will meet as a group and have a first opening session together. We will have time to explore the space together, followed by a joint dinner at around 6:00 pm CET, before heading to Modra in the evening.

We have arranged group transport from Bratislava to Modra – departing from Coworking Cvernovka at 7:30 pm CET. Please make sure to be on time so we can all travel together.

If you arrive later and are unable to join at the meeting point, please arrange your own transport to Modra. We recommend using the Bolt app (the ride between Bratislava and Modra costs approximately 50€).

Departure Day

Joint lunch in Modra — Friday, 26 June at 1 pm CET

After wrapping up the Retreat on Friday morning, we will have a last shared lunch together before heading home.

Group transport back to Bratislava — Friday, 26 June at 2 pm CET from Hotel Pod Lipou

Similar to the arrival day, we have also arranged group transport for our way back to Bratislava.  Departure time on Friday will be 2pm from Hotel Pod Lipou, dropping everyone off at Coworking Cvernovka in Bratislava.

Accommodation

You will be hosted at the Hotel Pod Lipou in Modra, a small town located right in the heart of Small Carpathian Mountains, approx. 40 minutes drive from Bratislava. The hotel offers:

• Double-room accommodation (sharing with another participant)
• Private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi
• Location right in the middle of the forest

As a special treat, participants will have access to Spa&Wellness area directly in the hotel. Don’t forget to pack your swimsuit! 🧖‍♂️🧖‍♀️

If You Arrive Earlier or Stay Longer

Recommended Hotels in Bratislava (if you wish to explore the capital before/after):

• Hotel Devin
• Hotel Saffron
• Downtown Bratislava B&B (very popular hostel with a great restaurant) 
• Or Airbnb apartments are also widely popular and accessible 

Recommendation: When searching for a place to stay look for those located in Stare Mesto, which is the very center of the city.

Getting around

Use the local Taxi app Bolt for safe and affordable rides (no cash needed!). This app gives you access to affordable, reliable taxis right at your fingertips. 

Simply connect your credit card, and you’re all set for a smooth and seamless ride around Bratislava. 

Weather

Expect mild and comfortable weather in Modra, Harmónia:

• Daytime: 20°C to 25°C
• Nighttime: 11°C to 14°C

Packing tip: Bring a warmer sweater and a light jacket for evenings,
comfortable hiking shoes for wandering around the forests and a swimsuit for spa time!

Currency

• Currency: EURO (EUR)
• ATMs are widely available around Bratislava (there are a few even in Modra, but you need to take a public bus to reach Modra from our Hotel).
• They take cards in most places, but it’s always good to have some small amount of money in cash just in case.

Local Fun Facts

• Bratislava is the only capital city in the world bordering three sovereign states – Slovakia, Austria, and Hungary- and is less than an hour from the capital of Austria – Vienna and two hours from the capital of Hungary – Budapest. 
• Historically, a local in “Pressburg” (as was Bratislava once known) might have changed languages with the sun: speaking Slovak at the morning markets, Hungarian for afternoon business, and German for evening theater.
• From 1536 to 1783, Bratislava was the capital of the Kingdom of Hungary, with 11 kings and queens crowned in St. Martin’s Cathedral.
• Despite being the national capital, the Bratislava region is the smallest of all Slovak regions. 
• A pedestrian and bicycle bridge connecting Bratislava to Austria was almost named after Chuck Norris – Chuck Norris Bridge. Although the name won a public internet vote by a landslide, officials eventually chose the more diplomatic Bridge of Freedom.  
• The SNP Bridge (Most SNP) features a unique flying saucer-shaped structure (similar to UFO) that houses a restaurant and observation deck.
• Located in the Small Carpathians, Modra is a major center for wine-growing, with many historic wine cellars and a rich tradition of viticulture.
• The town is world-renowned for its traditional ceramics, known as Modranská majolika.