A Different Kind of Christmas – Xinalani Holiday Week Retreat, Puerto Vallarta

A Different Kind of Christmas is Xinalani's signature holiday week retreat, a wellness retreat for spending Christmas week by the ocean in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico. It is held at Xinalani Retreat, an oceanfront retreat center just south of Puerto Vallarta, and suits people who would rather spend the holidays in nature and in the company of like-minded people than in the usual rush.

What to Expect

The retreat runs through Christmas week and is one of Xinalani's signature experiences. Xinalani describes its retreats as a mix of yoga and meditation, movement, wellness and personal growth, with inspiring teachers, nourishing cuisine and time outdoors. The idea of this week is a quieter, more present way to mark the season, with a community around you in place of the usual holiday obligations.

The Setting

Xinalani sits between the jungle and the Pacific Ocean, just south of Puerto Vallarta. That position shapes everything about a stay here: the sound of the sea, the green hillside behind, and a sense of being well away from the city while still close to a major Mexican destination. Meals are part of the experience, with an emphasis on nourishing cuisine.

Before You Go

Xinalani's wider retreat calendar includes other holiday and New Year gatherings, so if you are choosing between them, look at what each one offers and who is leading it. Availability for this holiday week can change, so check the current state of the retreat before making plans.