How Retree works
Retree exists so that booking a retreat feels as safe as booking a hotel — every operator is vetted before they can list, and your payment isn't released to them until after your retreat happens.
For travelers
- 1Browse verified retreatsEvery listing you see is from an operator who passed our vetting process — look for the “✓ Verified” badge.
- 2Book and pay securelyReserve your spot, then pay through Stripe. Your funds are held by Retree, not sent to the operator immediately.
- 3Attend your retreatMessage your operator directly through Retree with any questions before you go.
- 4Leave a reviewOnce your booking is marked complete, you can review the retreat to help other travelers.
What “verified” means
Before an operator can publish a listing, they submit a business application — including business verification and insurance documentation — which our team reviews by hand. Only approved operators can list. A verified badge means an operator passed that process; it isn't a guarantee of any specific retreat's outcome, which is why we also hold payment until after the retreat and back every booking with a clear cancellation policy.
For operators
- 1Apply and get vettedSubmit your business details and insurance documentation for review.
- 2List your retreatFixed departures or an open calendar — whichever fits how you run your retreats.
- 3Get bookings, get paidTravelers pay upfront through Stripe; funds are transferred to you after each retreat completes.
Also see our Cancellation Policy, Terms of Service, and Privacy Policy.