late october - early november, 2026
best life retreat | late october - early november, 2026
best life retreat
I Don’t Want to Show You Paris. I Want to Share It With You.
The city that’s my favorite.
The city I was homesick for before I ever visited.
The city where I feel most like myself.
allons-y!
For one unforgettable week, I’m inviting you into the Paris I love. A week to experience the city — and yourself — a little more boldly.
The city that’s my favorite.
The city I was homesick for before I ever visited.
The city where I feel most like myself.
We’ll see the Eiffel Tower — from the best vantage points in the city — but we’re not standing in line to climb it. We’ll wander Luxembourg Gardens with an artist. Spend an afternoon with Rodin’s sculptures. Take a private tour of Versailles. Cook French food in a charming Parisian kitchen. Cruise the Seine at night with champagne in hand.
You arrive, and I’ll take care of the rest.
This is not a “tour.”
It’s not a bucket list trip.
It’s not a girls’ getaway filled with chaos and compromises.
It’s curated.
It’s intimate.
Every detail is thoughtfully planned and handled.
One remarkable city.
One unforgettable week.
Limited to 4 women/week.
Enjoy Paris Beyond the Guide Book recommendations with Curated + Memorable Experiences
Stroll the Luxembourg Gardens with an award-winning artist
Spend the afternoon among the incredible sculptures at the Rodin Museum
Food tour + wine tasting through the charming Le Marais
Experience the remarkable Dior Museum, and spend the afternoon strolling the famed Champs Elysées
Visit one of the best + most unforgettable gourmet food stores in the world
Enjoy the best view of the Eiffel Tower lit up at night
Dinner Cruise on the Seine
Enjoy a 3-course gourmet dinner and experience Paris in the most unforgettable way
French Cooking Class
Spend the afternoon at a charming French cooking school, learning recipes to delight + entertain guests after returning home
Day-Trip to Versailles
Enjoy lunch in the charming town of Versailles and a private tour of the Palace of Versailles
What You'll Experience
The Best All-Inclusive.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Meet + greet service upon arrival at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Round-trip airport transfers
7 days, 6 nights in a 4-star boutique hotel in the 6th arrondissement
All meals during the trip (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Ground transportation for scheduled activities
All curated experiences listed in the itinerary
the extras on your dime:
Airfare to/from Paris, FR
Personal purchases (shopping, souvenirs, extra excursions)
Accommodations before and after the retreat
A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 is due at time of booking to secure your spot. A 50% payment is due 30 days after booking, with the balance due September 1, 2026.
Total retreat cost: €9,100
(Priced in Euros. USD conversion calculated at time of payment)
OCTOBER 20-26, 2026
OCTOBER 29-NOVEMBER 4, 2026
Pick the Dates That Work Best for You!
Each week is limited to just 4 women to ensure an unforgettable experience.
"Paris is always a good idea."
audrey hepburn
Meet Your Host:
Laurie Reynoldson didn’t leave the law because she failed.
She left because success — according to society’s terms — wasn’t enough.
After two decades as an award-winning attorney, she made the decision many high-achieving women quietly contemplate but rarely voice.
She walked away.
From the partnership.
The title.
The career that looked good on paper — but left her wanting more.
Now, as the founder of the School of Midlife®, Laurie works with driven, capable women who have done everything “right” and are ready to decide what’s next — on their own terms.
Her work challenges women to live fully as who they are in this season of life. To stop crowd-sourcing their decisions. Stop shrinking their voices. Stop postponing themselves and their dreams.
Midlife, she believes, is not a crisis. It’s a turning point — if you’re willing to claim it.
Laurie Reynoldson
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What’s included in the price?
- Meet + greet at Charles de Gaulle airport
- Airport transfer to/from hotel
- 7 days, 6 nights accommodations at charming boutique 4-star luxury hotel
- All food + beverages
- All listed experiences
What's not included:
- Air travel to/from Paris, FR
- Any shopping and personal purchases
- Accommodations before or after the retreat dates
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WHAT IF I DON'T SPEAK FRENCH?
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Not to worry, mon amie! While I'm not fluent in French, I speak enough for the both of us.
Despite what you may have heard, most of the people you will meet in Paris are remarkably friendly. And most of the servers in restaurants and professionals in shops speak English.
Still, a simple "bonjour!" when entering a store, and a thoughtful "merci, beaucoup!" go along way to bridging the language gap.
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Attire for the entire retreat experience is smart, comfortable chic. Because of the amount of walking, comfortable shoes are a must.
Daily temperatures in late-October through early-November are generally mild, and range from the mid-50's to low-60's during the day, and evenings cool off to the low- to mid-40's. October and November can be rainy, so be sure to pack a waterproof coat and collapsable umbrella.
It's inevitable that we'll look like tourists in one of the most effortlessly chic cities in the world, but there are some tips for blending in a bit.
A packing list will be sent out in early September. We'll also meet up (virtually or in-person if you're in/around Boise) to go over what to pack, and how to style a capsule collection that fits in a carry-on.
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Cancellation Policy:
In the event you must cancel, the cancellation will become effective upon receipt of written cancellation. The refund will be made per the following schedule:
- cancellation received on or before September 15, 2026: one half of trip cost will be refunded
- cancellation received after September 16, 2026, no refunds will be made
You may transfer your reservation to a friend or family member.
We strongly encourage travel insurance to cover any unforeseen events that would force you to cancel the trip, incur additional expenses for medical treatment, or to rebook flights. Travel insurance can be purchased online or through a travel agency. Check details for specific coverage relative to personal situation.
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