Myth & Magic in the Emerald Isle

29 March-4 April 2026

Women’s Retreat in Ireland

  • Dublin

    Our journey begins in Dublin, the capital city of the Republic of Ireland. We will start with a welcome dinner and traditional Irish storytelling experience in the James Joyce Room at the historic Bewley’s on Grafton St.

  • Kilkenny

    Explore Kilkenny Castle, a Victorian restoration of a 13th century defensive caste. Wander through the crafts village for a first-hand look at Irish craftsmanship, and visit other historic sites in the Kilkenny area.

  • Windgap

    Decompress and build community in our private accommodation at Queenie's Lodge, included in the top 100 places to stay in Ireland by The Sunday Times in 2023 and 2025.

  • This small group retreat focuses on Irish culture through workshops on language, story, movement, and craft.

  • Limited to 12 participants to ensure quality of instruction and promote community building.

  • Open to all women, femme-identifying, and nonbinary humans. 

Visit Kilkenny Castle

With a daily schedule combining mythology, movement, language, and culture, participants will gain a deeper understanding of indigenous Irish traditions while reflecting on their own lives, connecting with their ancestors, and building community with the group. Join us as we kick off our shoes, shed the weight of modern life, and reconnect with the land, our ancestors, and ourselves in this once-in-a-lifetime retreat.

Dia dhuit! Hello! I’m Randall Ulyate, and I will be leading this retreat. I am a Humanities professor and a 500-hour advanced Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Instructor with a PhD in Mythology. I’m offering this trip in partnership with local Indigenous Irish cultural experts at Wild Irish.

I look forward to sharing the beauty and magic of Ireland as we grow together in community and spirit.

-Randall, PhD, RYT500

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Have an idea or request for a tour destination or looking to craft a custom trip? Contact us at hello@FernwehCollective.org

Retreat Highlights

  • Dinner & Storytelling in the famous James Joyce Room at Bewley's on Grafton St.

    Dublin, Ireland

  • The main sitting area with wood-buring stove at Queenie's Lodge.

    The living room with wood-buring stove at Queenie's Lodge.

    Windgap, County Kilkenny, Ireland

  • The group dining area at Queenie's Lodge.

    Windgap, County Kilkenny, Ireland

  • Soaking Tub at Queenie's Lodge

    Windgap, County Kilkenny, Ireland

  • Daily Outdoor Yoga

    Windgap, County Kilkenny, Ireland

  • On-Site Sauna and Wellness Room

    Windgap, County Kilkenny, Ireland

Why Fernweh Collective?

  • Our group is limited to 12 people to ensure quality and comfort, and to build community in an intentional way.

  • We will begin each morning with a yoga session to set our intention and end each day with reflective journaling and sharing.

  • Led by Dr. Randall Ulyate, a mythology expert, yoga instructor, and humanities professor with over 10 years of experience.

  • All cultural events are led by Indigenous Irish instructors. This ensures an authentic educational experience, never tourist traps.

  • This retreat qualifies for Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Credit.