May We Restore

Step away from the noise and into six days designed around women’s well-being. A chance to nourish the body, restore the mind, reconnect with yourself and experience what it feels like to simply be cared for.
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May We Restore
An intimate women’s restoration retreat in the South of France.
Women’s wellness meets the French art of living well.
5 Nights • 6 Days | April 26-May 1, 2027 | South of France
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May we connect
This retreat is an intimate, phone-free women’s retreat in the South of France created around caring for the whole woman: body, mind and spirit. Away from the distractions of everyday life, we’ll create space for genuine connection through shared experiences, laughter and meaningful conversation. Connection with the women around us, and ultimately, with ourselves.
May we slow down
For six days, we’ll step away from the pace and expectations of everyday life and settle into something slower.
Through movement, meditation, nourishing food and daily workshops exploring women’s health, wellness and the art of living well, we’ll care for ourselves physically and mentally while leaving plenty of room for rest, laughter and simply enjoying the beauty of being in France. Our wellness programming is guided by Dr. Ihotu Ali, a Doctor of Chiropractic and Master of Public Health with more than 15 years of experience in women’s wellness and integrative care.
May we restore.
This isn’t about packing every moment with activities or arriving home as some completely new version of yourself. It’s about giving yourself six days to feel good, be present, learn, be cared for and reconnect with yourself. And perhaps, taking a little of that slower, more intentional way of living home with you.
MOVE
Daily yoga & nature walks
BREATH
Meditation, mindfulness & sound healing
NOURISH
Chef-prepared Mediterranean cuisine centered around women's wellness
RESTORE
Massage & Rest
UNWIND
Pool & Spa at the villa & free time
CONNECT
Women's wellness & healing workshops
DISCOVER
Provençal market & cooking experience
ESCAPE
Private Mediterranean sailing day
The Villa
Your Home in the South of France
Photos courtesy of Mas des Bonnettes
A Taste of your Days
No two days will look exactly the same, but each will be intentionally designed with space to move, learn, connect, explore and simply be.
Morning
Begin slowly.
Wake up to coffee or tea and a slow morning before gathering for gentle movement, yoga or meditation. Enjoy a nourishing breakfast at your own pace and ease into the day with nowhere to rush off to.
Afternoon
Nourish, explore, restore.
Each day unfolds a little differently. Wander a Provençal market and cook alongside a local chef. Receive a massage at the villa. Explore practices rooted in women’s wellness, body awareness and deep restoration. Experience sound healing, spend time along the Mediterranean, or take in the coastline from a private boat.
And woven throughout it all is space—real space. Time to read, journal, nap, lounge by the pool, soak in the hot tub, walk to the beach, connect with other women or simply do absolutely nothing.
Evening
Come back together.
Gather around the table for a beautiful chef-prepared dinner, followed by meaningful conversation, reflection or a quiet evening beneath the Provençal sky. Throughout the week, intimate workshops, restorative practices and individual wellness experiences invite you to reconnect with your body, your needs and yourself.
What's Included
Your Stay
5 nights 6 days at our private villa in the south of France near the Mediterranean
All chef-prepared meals
Non-alcoholic beverages
Heated Pool & Spa
Beach access
Tennis courts
Local transportation
Round-trip group airport transfers from Marseille Provence Airport during designated arrival and departure times
Welcome gift
Your Experience
Daily yoga & movement
Daily meditation
Women’s health & wellness workshops exploring physical and mental well-being and the art of living well
Restorative massage
Sound Healing
Guided coastal hike
Provençal market experience
Provençal cooking experience
Private Mediterranean boat excursion
Retreat photography
Not included: Airfare, travel insurance, personal purchases, alcoholic beverages, & additional travel before or after the retreat.
Staying a little longer? Make your time in France your own. May We Restore guests receive an exclusive 30% savings on May We Voyage custom itinerary services for travel before or after the retreat. Extend your stay with a few days in Paris, discover another corner of Provence, or continue exploring France with a personalized itinerary designed just for you.
Meet Your Hosts
Roxanne May
Founder, May We Voyage Educator & Retreat Host
@maywevoyage
Roxanne May is the French-American founder of May We Voyage, a travel company born from her lifelong connection to France and her love of sharing the country, its culture and its way of life with others.
After more than a decade as an educator, Roxanne stepped away from the traditional path to begin a new chapter in France and build a more intentional life around travel, creativity and connection. Her background in education shapes the thoughtful way she brings people together, while her experience designing travel allows her to create experiences that feel personal, welcoming and rooted in place.
May We Restore was also inspired by Roxanne’s own journey toward greater physical and emotional well-being. Through periods of stress, transition and personal health challenges, she began exploring supportive and holistic practices that helped her slow down, reconnect with herself and become more intentional about how she cared for her body and mind.
The retreat brings together so many things she loves: France, travel, women’s well-being, meaningful conversation, beautiful experiences and, of course, really good food.
Her hope is simple: that every guest feels genuinely cared for throughout the week and leaves feeling connected, inspired and a little more restored.
Dr. Ihotu Ali
DC, MPH, LMT
Women’s Wellness Educator & Retreat Facilitator
@DoctorBodyworker
Dr. Ihotu Ali is a chiropractor, fascial bodyworker, birth doula, and founder of the Oshun Center for Intercultural Healing, an integrative women’s health clinic and training center with locations in Minneapolis and San Diego.
The first doctor in a family lineage of folk healers and midwives from Nigeria, Ireland and Poland, Ihotu, pronounced “ee-ho-too” and meaning “love,” brings 15 years of experience in clinical care and maternal health research with the United Nations. Her professional work includes myofascial release, Maya Abdominal Therapy, pregnancy and postpartum care, movement, therapeutic self-care, and whole-person approaches that bring together modern medicine and traditional healing.
At the heart of Ihotu’s work is a simple belief: healing knowledge shouldn’t live only in clinics or in the hands of experts. Through education and accessible self-care practices, she helps people connect more deeply with their bodies and reconnect with healing knowledge rooted in families, communities and relationships with the earth.
At May We Restore, Ihotu will guide group-based women’s wellness education, restorative movement and intentional self-care experiences. Her hope is to give each guest practical tools for listening to her body, supporting her well-being and carrying the spirit of restoration into everyday life.
Follow her work on Instagram at @DoctorBodyworker or visit OshunCenter.com.
Accomodations & Pricing
Choose How You Restore
Shared Room
Two guests • Two individual beds • Private ensuite bathroom shared only between roommates
Perfect for friends traveling together or solo guests open to thoughtful roommate matching.
$3,995
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Private Room
One guest • Private bedroom • Private ensuite bathroom
Private ensuite accommodations are limited. Once fully reserved, guests are invited to select a shared ensuite room with a friend or through our thoughtful roommate matching.
$5,595
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Booking is now Open
Join us in the South of France from April 26 to May 1, 2027 for six restorative days centered around women’s wellness and the French art of living well.
Shared Room: $3,995 | Private Room: $5,595
As a special thank-you, the first four guests to book receive $200 off.
Current pricing is available through October 31, 2026. Beginning November 1, pricing will increase to $4,195 for a shared room and $5,795 for a private room.
Reserve your place with a 50% deposit. The remaining balance is due by March 15, 2027, with payment plans available.
All guests also receive 30% off May We Voyage custom itinerary services to extend their time in France.
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May We Restore is designed as an intimate, small-group experience. The retreat will be officially confirmed by January 31, 2027. In the unlikely event that it does not move forward, all payments made will be refunded in full.
FAQs
Can I come alone?
Yes absolutley!
Do I need yoga experience?
All levels are welcome!
What does phone-free mean?
We invite you to truly disconnect during May We Restore. You are welcome to bring your phone, but we ask that it remain turned off and in your room throughout the retreat. If you prefer, you may also leave it in our care for a completely phone-free experience. Of course, your phone will always be accessible if you need it for an emergency.
Is alcohol served?
May We Restore is intentionally an alcohol-free retreat, and alcohol will not be served as part of the experience. Our focus is on feeling our best, being fully present and supporting our overall well-being.
If you choose to enjoy alcohol during your time, you are welcome to purchase it separately.
Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?
Absolutely. We want everyone to feel nourished and cared for throughout the retreat. Please share any allergies, dietary restrictions or preferences with us when booking so we can coordinate with our chef in advance.
Which airport should I fly into?
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) is the recommended airport for May We Restore. Designated airport transfers to and from the villa will be included. Additional arrival and departure details will be provided before booking travel.
How do shared-room assignments work?
Coming with a friend? You may request to share a room together when booking. Traveling solo? We love that too. We will thoughtfully pair guests based on the information provided during booking and do our best to create a comfortable match.
When will the retreat be officially confirmed?
May We Restore will be officially confirmed by January 31, 2027. In the unlikely event that the retreat does not move forward, you will receive a full refund of all payments made on that date.
What is the cancellation policy?
Your 50% deposit reserves your place at May We Restore. Once the retreat is officially confirmed on January 31, 2027, deposits become non-refundable due to the advance commitments required for accommodations, vendors and experiences. The remaining balance is due [DATE]. After final payment, all payments are non-refundable. We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance to protect your investment in case your plans unexpectedly change.
Is there a payment plan?
The initial 50% deposit is required in full to reserve your place. After that, you are welcome to divide your remaining balance into smaller payments that work for you, as long as the retreat is paid in full by March 15, 2027.
What are the retreat dates?
April 26-May 1, 2027