The Stillness Within

VIETNAM / CAMBODIA River Cruise

February 1-8th, 2027

A Women’s Transformational Retreat on the Mekong River.

Journey with intention through Vietnam and Cambodia on a scenic Mekong River cruise, where reflection, connection, and cultural immersion unfold naturally, day by day.

Karen Robinson, MSW, LCSW, ACSW, CCTP-II

Karen is a best-selling author, therapist, and transformational coach with over 25 years of experience helping women heal and thrive. As the founder of Heal Thrive Dream, she empowers women to rise above trauma and create lives they love. Her retreats are a safe space for healing, growth, and transformation.


Stephanie Flanders-Martin with nine years in wellness after a 32-year restaurant career, co-owns Tree of Life Yoga Studio, specializing in Myofascia/Yoga Blended, Restorative, and Vinyasa Flow classes. A 500-hour certified Yoga Medicine Therapeutic Specialist, she’s advancing toward her 1000-hour certification with extensive training in trauma-informed practices and myofascial release. Alongside her husband, she also co-owns TEAM Referral Network Franchises, combining wellness expertise with professional networking.

Journey. Reflect. Renew.

From lively cities to sacred temples and the gentle rhythm of the Mekong River, this retreat blends cultural exploration with moments of stillness—inviting presence, perspective, and renewal.

Why You’ll Love This Retreat:

• A transformational women’s retreat in Vietnam & Cambodia

• Scenic Mekong River cruise experience

• Cultural immersion through cities, markets, temples, and waterways

• Intentional healing sessions with Stephanie and Karen

• A balance of exploration, reflection, and rest

• Shared experience within a supportive women’s community

Our Sanctuaries / Accomodations

Our Journey & Accommodations:

Mekong River cruise with AmaWaterways

Sailing aboard the AmaDara ship

Journey begins in Siem Reap

Journey concludes in Ho Chi Minh City

What To Expect

What’s Included:

• River cruise accommodations

• Programming with Stephanie and Karen

• Meals on the cruise

• Guided tours

• River cruise tips

What’s Not Included

• Airfare

• Transfers to and from hotels

• First night hotel

• A few meals

The Details

Dates: February 1-8, 2027

Optional Extension: We will offer a pre-cruise tour in Cambodia of the Ankor Wat and other temples in the area, January 28 – February 1, 2027-$800. When registering, please let us know if you will be attending the extension trip. (Rooms, tours, park entry and guides are included. Tour Guide tips are extra and about $20/day)

Location: Vietnam & Cambodia (Mekong River Cruise)

Price: (rooms booked based on availability from cruise line)

Category C: $4750

Category B: $5450

Category A: $5750

Occupancy: Double occupancy rooms

A large portion of the retreat fees are paid directly to AmaWaterways for the cruise.

A portion of the fees supports retreat programming and our famous retreat boxes that support our programming.

Deposit: $525

Final Payment Due: October 25, 2026

The travel contract is completed as part of registration.

Ready to Join Us?

We invite you to journey with us through Vietnam and Cambodia—grounded in intention, guided by community, and supported every step of the way.

Secure your spot today with a $525 deposit, and get ready to embrace the joy of slowing down.

For more information contact us at:

Stephanie: [email protected] (503-523-8061)

We’ve recently come back from our Vietnam/Cambodia cruise. See beautiful photos taken by our co-host and photographer, Darina Neyret.

Journey with intention.

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