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Sight
We experience most things first with our eyes: our food, landscapes, flowers, friends. Floresca Retreats emphasize visual beauty to uplift and inspire.
Elevated wellness retreats for women
FLORESCA
Intentional rest & recreation for women
who need their spark back
Intentional rest & recreation for women
who need their spark back
You feel wilted. Your light is dim. Your cup is empty.
Let's refill it.
Inspired by the powers of fresh flowers, flavorful food and fast friendship, Floresca retreats for women are restorative, restful and rejuvenating. They're a change of scenery, a new leaf, a palate cleanser full of exploration and inspiration. Elevated Wellness Retreats for Women by Floresca are for all women in any walk of life who need some refreshing time away. Through connection with other women and inspiring surroundings your light will be bright. Your cup will be overflowing.
You will be blooming.
meet your host
JESSICA SOFRANKO
Retreat Host & Life Coach for Women
My story entails coming back from burnout, healing from an ectopic pregnancy, surviving a pandemic, and navigating the weight of motherhood...but I know I’m not alone. So many of us have similar stories of hardship and healing. Through these experiences I found myself wilted, my cup empty, my light dim. Intentional self-care and connecting with others helped me pay deep attention to what restored my spirit. In this journey of finding joy and self-compassion, I knew there were too many women in need of the same things. So after 15 years of serving couples in wedding photography, I found I have a knack for creating experiences, and now, I'd like to create an experience for YOU.
Give yourself the freedom to be fully present.
Let me handle the rest.
"This retreat was not just a getaway;
it was a transformative gift."
[A gift} that left me feeling deeply refreshed and inspired. Jess has a rare and special gift for facilitating profound experiences and creating meaningful moments that last long after they’re over. Every part of the retreat felt like a masterclass in how to design a life filled with purpose, joy and connection.
I will be forever grateful for this experience! Jess is one of a kind.
— Sarah
FLORESCA
verb / flōrēscā / feminine
to bloom. to prosper. to flourish.
Floresca Retreats tap into
all 6 of your senses
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Smell
Smell has the power to transport us to a moment in time. At Floresca Retreats I use smell to relax our bodies, to inspire a freshness, and to preserve the memories created through aromatherapy, delicious food, and fresh flowers.
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Sound
Deep conversations, belly laughs, sound baths, ocean waves. Birds chirping, rain drops falling, wind rustling. Let Floresca Retreats reset your sounds to peace and joy.
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Taste
Not only is the food delicious at a Floresca Retreat, it's presented beautifully and is nourishing to your heart and soul. It is prepared and served with love.
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Touch
Sand under your toes, a hot bath, massages, working with your hands, hugging a friend. Touch is an essential part of how we connect. When individuals thrive, the community is stronger.
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Soul
Soul is the 6th sense—it's the sense of our hearts. Feel into each bear hug, deep conversation, cathartic cry, nourishing meal and belly laugh with a new friend.
retreats for women
Browse upcoming retreats and discover the one that speaks to you
2024
Central Coast, CAlifornia
July 12-14th 2024
A true self care weekend in the hills of the Central Coast of California haf way between San Francisco and Los Angeles. We will enjoy views of 40 acres of oak from a wrap around deck, pool time, a private chef, massages and a sound bath to rejuvenate. This mini retreat is for an intimate group of women who can't wait to be one with nature.
Sold out!
2025
edna valley, CAlifornia
january 24th-26th 2025
In the heart of wine country in
San Luis Obispo, California, this 4600 sq ft home was built in 1906 and has Victorian details with a modern twist.
Set on 2.5 acres of country land with stunning hillside & farmland views, it's the perfect location to spend a self-care weekend bonding over delicious food and vision casting for the year ahead.
Coming soon
May 2025
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Santa Ynez, California
July 2025
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United Kingdom
October 2025
Breathe in the iconic and picturesque villages and scenery in the brisk beginning of autumn. Cozy up and enjoy the quintessential landscapes and explore the nearby cities. You'll leave refreshed and inspired.
(And maybe with a new accent.)
Coming soon!
Paso Robles, CAlifornia
November 2025
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2026
Dangeau, France
May 2026
Come experience "la belle vie" or "the beautiful life." We will be in the heart of France, removed from the hustle and bustle in a chateau—restoration at its finest. A true "art de vivre" experience.
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"You thought of everything,
down to the smallest detail."
I want to express how truly transformative this trip was for me. It had been so long since I had the time and space to really let go and have fun that I almost forgot how it felt. It took a little easing in to feel ok with doing something just because it was enjoyable for *me*. I had the time and headspace to reflect on how unnatural it felt to do something just because I like it as opposed to juggling the wants and needs of my family while my breakfast consists of the crusts of PB&Js that I cut off the kids' school lunches. Realizing how unnatural it felt to do something for myself made me feel a bit sad because I hadn't realized quite how out of balance my life had become. I’m leaving this trip with a renewed sense of joy and a determination to implement changes to restore the balance in my life. I have you to thank for that. I am deeply grateful for all the effort, energy, love and thoughtfulness that you put into this retreat. You thought of everything down to the smallest detail and made this weekend truly one of the best experiences of my life.
— Lauren
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Floresca" mean?
Floresca was born out of inspiration for fresh flowers, flavorful food and fast friendship. "Floresco" is a Latin verb for to bloom, to flourish and to prosper. Typically feminine words end with an "a" so with a feminine spin, "Floresca" was created.
I'd like to attend.
what comes next?
Yay! I cannot wait to connect! Once you've selected your retreat and selected your sleeping arrangements, we will plan a brief zoom call to get to know each other a little. I'll send you a questionnaire to fill out so I can tailor your experience to your needs and preferences. A deposit is due after your application is approved along with your questionnaire. The remaining payment is due 30 to 90 days before your retreat (depending on the retreat).
What about getting there?
Flights & travel to the retreats are not included in retreat costs. I find most of my retreat attendees prefer to use points or or airline credit cards for their flights. Google flights has always been very good to me, there are lots of hacks and ways to get more affordable flights.
who are floresca
retreats for?
Women in any stage of life with a willingness to connect without judgement. This will be a shared experience with plenty of down time to recharge or explore independently. Note: attendees are required to be at least 21 years of age.
Can I bring a friend?
ABSOLUTELY! If you and your friend, mom, daughter, sister, or cousin purchase a spot for a retreat you will each receive $150 off the retreat price!
DO you plan domestic or international retreats?
Both! Sign up below to be the first to know about upcoming retreats!
Question not
answered here?
Reach out and say hello! You can email me at jessica@florescaretreats.com or text me at 805-305-1427 and I'll get back to you asap!
"I wrote: Stop waiting to be happy.
Stop waiting for things to get easier
to take care of myself."
I felt so many emotions on this trip that culminated in a feeling of epiphany during the sound bath. I cried and thought that I don't want to lose that feeling. I wrote on my card "stop waiting." Stop waiting to be happy, stop waiting for things to get easier to take care of myself. I was expecting to have a weekend of fun, which I got, but I also had a truly transformative experience. I decided that I am going to shift my life priorities to focus my time, attention, energy and money on things that really bring me joy as opposed to things that just make things more convenient in the moment. This weekend was amazing and it came at a time when I really needed it.
— Lauren
You are free to be you.
All abilities, races, ethnicities, spiritualities,
sexual orientations, and identities
are welcomed and celebrated.
elevated wellness retreats
FLORESCA
for women by jessica sofranko
Intentional rest & recreation for women
who need their spark back
jessica@florescaretreats.com
(805) 305-1427
IG @florescaretreats
You are free to be you.
All abilities, races, ethnicities, spiritualities,
sexual orientations, and identities
are welcomed and celebrated.