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Om Magazine Review Jan 2010
Am mailing to say what a wonderful time i had staying with you, thank you so much for you hospitality. I came away feeling so alive and refreshed. I meet some great people on the course and would recommend anyone thinking of travelling alone. The yoga sessions were held in the calming yoga space situated in the gardens, amongst the palms and blooming flowers, the fresh air and sunshine made it a perfect place to practice, The yoga was adapted to whatever your level, and i really felt like i deepened my practice a lot in my two week stay, . The early morning practice was a great way start to the day, leaving the day free to explore this beautiful area (and there is so much to see in Side) or chill by the pool in the lovely gardens. Then at 5.30 the second yoga/meditation session takes place, again the perfect way to end the day.
The food is served buffet style with a great selection, a really nice time to get to no everyon on your course.
Accommodation was a twin bedded room, with ensuite shower room, air conditioning, and private balcony over looking the Taurus Mountains (if you get up early enough you can witness the most stunning sunrise). There are plenty of seating areas to catch up with other group members, or to find a quiet place to meditate/read on your own.
As i said before Side has so much to see. Side old town is a 20 min walk away from Lemas Gardens which is definitely worth a visit. From the minute you enter the road to the old town it is like a step back in time the road is lined with roman columns, and in front of you is the most spectacular Amphitheatre, amazing. Inside you will discover tiny streets with shops restaurants and yet more roman ruins that are everywhere you look.
Also available are some fab holistic treatments that you can indulge in, it really is a way to relax deeper. You can book these treatments on arrival. On a Thursday you have a am yoga session then the day and evening is yours to maybe take one of the excursions available.
I really recommend this yoga holiday in Turkey, Joanne is so hospitable and welcoming. Lemas Gardens is a great location, the sunshine the food, i will definitely be back again next year.
Hayley Wright (Essex)
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