Sober Vacations, Getaways & Retreats

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12 Step Music Fest is a camp out for all 12-step fellowships. Held in the Florida Keys. "It's a mini Woodstock, minus the drugs and alcohol, but add meetings and fellowship!" Produced by No Matter What Productions, a not for profit, 501 c 3 charity.

12 Step Travel. "14 years of group travel with people in the recovery community have provided amazing experiences, breath taking scenery and wonderful adventures. All this, plus a forum of terrific speakers who help us with discovering our own life journey."

AA member in Bhutan available to help with your next journey to that Himalayan Kingdom.

Aerie Inn of Vermont. Where eagles soar and sober camels stay. The location of The Aerie Inn means that your options for exploring Southwestern Vermont are endless. The front steps of the Aerie Inn offers convenient and exciting choices for plenty of fun on the water at Emerald Lake, or in the Green Mountains. Explore the history of East Dorset, home of the Vermont Summer Festival, and discover the birth place of Bill W., attend an AA or Al-anon meeting at the Wilson House, or sit on the front porch of the Aerie and rest, reflect and rejuvenate your soul as Bill and Lois Wilson did when they would come home to East Dorset for a visit. Their favorite place to stay was Erdmans Eyrie, the Eyrie Motel — now known as the Aerie Inn of Vermont.

The Caddyshack — Healthy and Historic Classic Retro Vintage Las Vegas home available for 4-night and weekly rental. Private pool, next door to the Las Vegas National Golf Club, high-speed DSL, and just 5 minutes from The Strip.

The Camping Trip. Bangor, Pennsylvania. Clean and Sober camping trips since 1986.

Cancun Connection. Traveling to Cancun from April 14 to May 12? AA member would like to meet with others "wanting to stay sober" in the hotel zone. Use the Contact Us form for more information.

Casa Hamaca, Valladolid, Yucatan, Mexico. "Since there are twelve steps leading up to the main entrance of the Casa Hamaca, any member of any twelve-step program is welcome to visit us in a safe, secure atmosphere. Anyone recovering from surgery, illness, divorce, trauma, separation, grief or abuse is also welcome to spend time with us in a caring, nurturing environment. There are regularly scheduled twelve-step meetings within a few blocks of Casa Hamaca. Structured programs, directly related to recovery, can be offered for groups which do not have their own programming. Volunteer activities are also available separately or as part of a recovery program. Of course, any mix of these activities is also possible depending upon requirements. We can accommodate individuals or small groups up to approximately 38 people (the maximum number depending mostly on male/female ratio) as part of a retreat group. There are 8 rooms that sleep at least 3 people each (2 in beds and 1 in a hammock) as well as two larger rooms with hammock hooks for an additional 14 people. Charter bus service is available to and from either the Merida or the Cancun airport as is scheduled bus transportation. Car and van rentals are available in either airport. Although we are a bed and breakfast, other meals can be provided as needed with advance notice."

Casa Serenidad Alcanonholidays, Puerto Serrano, Cadiz, Andalucia, Spain. Casa Serenidad offers a perfect, tranquil and picturesque setting in the Spanish Andalucian Mountains for 12 Step Retreats providing Step Lectures by qualified counselors combined with intensive instruction into the use of the 12 Steps, together with all inclusive alcohol-free holidays at our Retreat Centre all year round.  Airport transfers and holistic treatments available. Further information can be found at www.alcanonholidays.com or telephone 0034 690731212.

Celebrate Life Tours does trips to Conventions as well as Cruises and weekends in New England. "We have been doing trips for folks in Recovery for over 25 years. You can find us at joyisinthejourney.info. Or you can contact Jack at celeblife@aol.com. Jack can also be reached at 860-989-7993. If you would like to get on our mailing list send us your email address or if you don't have email access, phone us with your mailing address."

Clean Getaway Travel. "All of our trips are 'for us, by us,' and will provide daily 12 step meetings for those who choose to attend. Travelers who are not in 12 step programs, but committed to a sober vacation for any reason, are welcome to accompany us. Our groups will be small, and our focus will be on personal service, creating an intimate environment in which to explore and grow."

Cortijo El Saltador, Almeria, Spain. Relaxed sober holidays. Andaluz farmhouse situated in a silent valley between the desert of Tabernas and the unspoiled beaches of the natural park of Cabo de Gata, Almeria, Andalucia. Healthy Mediterenean food, special diets, homeopathic detox programm in a friendly, safe environement with a lot of individual space. "We offer massage and osteopath treatment, yoga clases, guided hikes and climbing."

Dominican Republic. Have a pleasant stay in the Puerto Plata. Clean, pleasant, comfortable room for you to relax in during your stay. Very close to the town, beach, wonderful golf course (Playa Dorada Golf Course) and shopping. (All within a mile.) Your host has been living in Dominican Republic for more than 12 years and has been in the program 34 years. You would be picked up at the airport and guided to places of interest at your leisure. Please call 809.320.1087 for more info or email ladytropix2002@yahoo.com. Reservation necessary.

Dutch St Maarten. One bedroom, one bath new condo units available as weekly rentals in Dutch St. Maarten for the December through May season... details

Easy Does It Adventures specializes in adventurous group travel experiences for people in recovery. SCUBA diving with sharks off Roatan? Riding a Vespa through Italy? Or motorcycle touring across South America? What's your idea of adventure? We have SCUBA trips on the schedule with more adventures to come in the near future. We provide daily 12-step meetings for those who choose to attend. Travel in the company of like-minded folks who share a sense of humor, an adventurous spirit, and a clean/sober lifestyle! Contact us for more information.

Fourth Dimension Resort/Retreat. Tamarindo, Costa Rica. "Our resort is designed to provide a vacation paradise, catering to clientele who have chosen a lifestyle of recovery, free of alcohol and drugs. Our mission is to provide a safe and comfortable place for adults seeking a vacation in a tropical climate that includes adventures, activities and fellowship in a sober & serene environment. The Fourth Dimension Resort is the perfect place to enrich your spiritual well-being and enhance the quality of your sobriety."

Gingerbread Cottage Bed and Breakfast, Victoria, BC, Canada. "We welcome all varieties of 12 steppers. Daily 7 a.m. AA meeting is just a short stroll away and return to the best Austrian Apple Strudel and hot breakfast. Central to Victoria's downtown and gorgeous scenery, we provide a safe place with lots of hot coffee and conversation, tips on all 12 step  meetings, what to see and how to avoid the tourist traps.

Hull Bay Cottages, St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. Situated on a crested knoll 850 feet above the Caribbean Sea, Hull Bay Cottages offers some of the most spectacular views imaginable. To the east we look at St. John, Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke and numerous barrier islands belonging to both the U.S. and British Virgin Islands. To the north we have the uninterrupted beauty of the ever changing ocean and to the west we have several smaller islands and the western end of St. Thomas.

In This Life has served the recovery community since 1988.  Trips are planned for every budget and cover every corner of the world.  Annual trips include a Sober Safari, the AA European International Convention in Greece, conferences at sea and much more.  For information and to get on our mailing list, go to www.travelsober.com

John's Recovery Guest House. Sober vacation in Cabarete, North Coast of the Dominican Republic for people who are in recovery from alcoholism or addictions. Alcohol and drug free environments. We provide vacations without temptations. AA meetings held daily right at the guest house.

Living Water Campground. Family camping in New Hampshire's White Mountains. Alcohol-free.

Meetings en Route. "Meetings en Route began in 1995 and caters completely to the recovering community by providing them with sober trips and sober cruises. Everyone on our entire staff is a member of a 12 step group including members in Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon."

MyTravelGroups.com. "You don't have to be from California to travel with California Sober Travels, you just have to be interested in living the sober lifestyle and traveling with like-minded people. Our groups vary in size, from small to large, but you are guaranteed to meet some fun loving people. We have scheduled meetings and guest speakers on all of our trips, and our group leaders are AA members. We can also assist other groups or individuals in organizing and handling the set up of group travel activities. We have traveled over 100+ countries, are Destination Specialists in many, and can provide the expertise in Sober Travel." Also check out the Ocean Front Condo's for rent. 10% discount to AA members.

Nestle Inn Bed and Breakfast welcomes sober travelers to the lush woodlands of the foothills of the Berkshires and Connecticut River Valley, steps away from scenic hiking, cross country skiing, rafting, fishing, rock climbing and biking. "We are just a short drive to shopping, art, music and dining venues.  Beautifully decorated, clean and comfortable accommodations are available and a sumptuous breakfast is served each morning. Special diets can be accommodated with advance notice. Arrangements can be made for massage and other health related services. Long term stays are available at a special price." Satch and Martha are the hosts of The Nestle Inn; they support sober living and can point you in the direction of program related events and meetings. Satch is a former substance abuse counselor who has devoted his life to the field. "Along with playing the piano, talking about recovery is a favorite passtime. You will be warmly welcomed and supported here. Please give us a call at 413-268-8414 or go to our website at www.visitnestleinn.com where you can tour our B&B and make a reservation on line. We would love to have you stay with us.

Not A Glum Lot Sober Cruises and Tours for AA and Al-Anon family members. All packages feature AA and Al-Anon speakers, meetings, fellowship, and fun. Website or Facebook

One Step at a Time. " ... a clean and sober environment for members and friends of 12-step recovery groups to participate in outdoor and social events in the spirit of conservation, preservation, and ecology."

Palm Springs Serenity. A Clean and sober, safe and sane retreat for Body, Mind, and Spirit.Two vacation guest houses in recovering host's mid-century architectural compound. For details go to www.vrbo.com/242014 or contact John L. at 310.801.6805.

Pieter Carst Travel offers personal and friendly care to visitors to South Africa. "I am based in Cape Town, provide owner operated professional tour and travel arrangements, and am now delighted to help sober travelers enjoy sunny South Africa as part of my own desire to recover and share journeys of discovery." For information, email pctravel@worldonline.co.za or telephone + 27 21 794 73 56.

Pinafore Run Farm Bed & Breakfast. Beautiful 100-year-old farmhouse B&B nestled on the east rim of the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania offers discount to Friends of Bill W. If you are after a beautiful getaway weekend in Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, where you can kayak, hike, bike, ride horseback, or just wander the hiking trails looking at the waterfalls,  this is for you. Check us out at www.pinaforerun.com. Lcal meetings available..

Pirate's Point Resort and Dive Center. Book an entire resort! Special rates are available for groups of 16 to 20. Diving, snorkeling, 40,000-gallon pool, on-site meetings ... homemade breads and desserts done daily. For information, contact Gay Morse at piratept@candw.ky.

Queenstown Tennis Tours. We operate customized tours into the ‘adventure capital of the world’ – Queenstown, New Zealand, This is an incredible destination for an active vacation set in stunning scenery. The birth place of bungy jumping and jet boating Queenstown is an adventure sports mecca but for the less adventurous the tennis, golf, fly fishing, hiking, mountain biking and scenic tours are world class. Custom designed packages are available for groups of sober travelers, sober tours do not appear on our website so for more information please contact me directly. Lan: lanbale@gmail.com

Roots Jungle Retreat. A unique Bed and Breakfast nestled in the heart of Dominica, next to the Bamboo River. "We love having guests visit us and we especially like it when we have special interest groups. We have built our bed and breakfast with recovery in mind ... there are even 12 steps going up to the restaurant.  It's a very spiritual place, parrots flying overhead, a gorgeous river, and surrounded by jungle. We were thinking that it would be ideal to have groups come with the intent of working the first three steps or all twelve depending on how long their stay is. We can certainly adjust that as needed. The mornings can begin with prayer, meditation, meetings; then hiking, diving, whale watching or one of the fabulous excursions available here; and in the evenings we can have a speaker or a topic meeting."

Sacred Sobriety Tours. Mystical Pilgrimages to Sacred and Ancient Sites of Europe & Hawaii.

Serenity Retreat League. "Serenity Retreats are nondenominational, ecumenical and spiritual rather than specifically religious. The leaders may be Catholic, Protestant, Jewish ministers or lay persons. Only spiritual leaders familiar with Twelve Step programs lead Serenity Retreats."

Sober Bed and Breakfast in the Catskills. Lovely 2nd-floor unit with a private entrance, in a beautiful 2-family home on Kaaterskill Creek available for long or short stays. Romantic, private and quiet this is a great getaway whether you are skiing, looking for nature at it's best, or just resting and rejuvenating. Your own large well-equipped eat-in kitchen is the perfect place for morning coffee or tea. (Stocked, of course, with a variety of wholesome breakfast items, including yummy locally baked goods and fresh fruit.) Two sunny, warm bedrooms where the stream sings you to sleep. Large bathroom with a deep tub for soaking after an exhilarating day on the slopes. Complete with wifi and a well stocked vacation library. This amazing spot has it all ideally located near Hunter Mountain for winter sports, (10 miles). Or, there's Cross Country Skiing in Tannersville (less than 5 minutes). Choose your spot to Ice Climb up Kaaterskill Clove (as close as 2 minutes). Dine in Saugerties (8 miles), try New World Home Cooking, or enjoy Woodstock's shopping, restaurants and fun (12 miles). Convenient Village of Catskill Storey Farm and Vinnie’s farm stands for fresh local food and plants (2 Miles either direction). Located in the sleepy hamlet of Palenville. The beauty of our area inspired much of the Hudson River School of Painting. Let it inspire your perfect vacation. Easy stroll to the Fernwood Restaurant for dinner. All this just 1 hour and 45 minutes from the George Washington bridge.

Sober Celebrations. "Life can be celebrated in the most memorable, tasteful and outrageously fun way without any alcohol or mind altering drugs. A sober vacation is one you will remember for the rest of your life. There is a great feeling of comfort while vacationing knowing there are others close by in recovery who also want to live a 'happy, joyous and free' life wherever they are in the world."

Sober Cruises Committee. "The Sober Cruises committee is a organizer of RoundUps for people in recovery programs, AA, Al-Anon, their friends and family members that would like a sober cruise and sober vacation combined with a conference or roundup. You will not only be traveling with people that have a common interest but if you ever needed a boost to your program these RoundUps will inspire and invigorate even the "Eldest Statesman" and reveal to the newer member "the vision" that they will want to be a part of."

Sober Haven Bali " ... is a boutique holiday experience on the magical island of Bali created especially for 12 steppers just like you. Our retreat provides enchanting space where you can surf, scuba dive, tour, golf, yoga and shop at your leisure while in a totally positive and supportive environment. This is a time to unwind from the pressures of life and take time to pamper yourself while staying close to your program and surrounded by fellow 12 steppers. Retreat to a paradise full of transformative yoga sessions, scrumptious meals, decadent spa treatments and a wide choice of outdoor activity packed with fun and laughter with your old and new friends!" Brochure and Poster (PDFs); AA Bali web site

Sober in the Berkshires. Annual event in January at the Eastover Retreat in Massachusetts. Join other Sober Singles and Couples a Weekend of Winter Fun and Relaxation in the Berkshires. Accommodations, Meals, Entertainment and a Full Social Schedule are included. Hit the slopes at Bousquet where Eastover Guests SKI FREE then relax by the fire or take swim in our heated indoor pool. Full Social Schedule includes Scavenger Hunt, Karaoke, DJ, Nightly Dancing and more. Daily Meetings will be available. Services available for an additional fee include horseback riding, massage and ski or snow shoe rentals.

Sober Surf Retreats. OceanaSurf is pleased to offer sober surf trips for those who are interested in enjoying their surf vacation with other clean & sober travelers. These trips are by reservation and are limited to those in recovery, living life without drugs and alcohol.

Sober Travel Adventures. "You're not alone on a Sober Travel Adventures vacation. There is safety and comfort within a group that shares a common bond. These people know how to have fun! Far from home, surrounded in an environment so beautiful and so exciting, we are distracted from the thought of imbibing."

Sober Vacation Share Available. Woodstock, NY. 2 Rooms available in non-smoking sober house.(3BR total). Enjoy your own room in beautiful serene home located moments from the center of the village. Artist's restored 100 yr.old red farmhouse in tranquil setting ... details

Sober Vacations International. Since 1988.

Sobriety Sports Tours. "At Sobriety Sports Tours, we offer unique packages for those looking to combine travel, major sporting events, recovery-based meetings and fellowship into the experience of a lifetime. We take care of the travel arrangements, the hotel accommodations, the tickets, the tee times. We bring recovery-minded people together. We create a program-inspired atmosphere, and that includes speakers and discussions of our own. We provide the same kinds of services that one would expect on a sober cruise. We also encourage those interested to attend local meetings with us, when possible. You bring the experience, strength and hope." Visit the website at www.sobrietysportstours.com.

South Africa ... Pieter Carst Travel offers personal and friendly care to visitors to South Africa. "I am based in Cape Town, provide owner operated professional tour and travel arrangements, and am now delighted to help sober travelers enjoy sunny South Africa as part of my own desire to recover and share journeys of discovery." For information, email pctravel@worldonline.co.za or telephone + 27 21 794 73 56.

NEW! Southern Cross Charters. Sober Captain, Sober Crew. Live your dream. Experience the Bahamas.

Spiritual Retreats for AA and Al-Anon. Lake Yale offers a natural and serene setting for the Annual Spring Housecleaning Spiritual Retreat, located just outside of Leesburg in Central Florida. Comfortable accommodations and amenities, including large and small conference facilities for our group meetings and break-out sessions. The private section of Lake Yale provides an abundance of natural beauty to enhance the weekend stay. The Annual Fall Mountain Housecleaning Spiritual Retreat, Hayesville, North Carolina, is held at the Hinton Rural Life Center. The Hinton Center is known for its friendly and welcome atmosphere. Experience the beauty, hospitality, and spirit of this mountain home. Relax on the front porch, and enjoy the morning meditations on the front lawn overlooking the lake and the many other amenities the mountains have to offer.

Stewart • Cole Travel. "We specialize in helping you find sober travel alternatives at the most popular vacation destinations."

NEW! Still Waters is a private retreat center located in Voluntown, Connecticut, providing rustic accommodations for group leaders who want to organize their own events at a beautiful healing location. Nestled among 100 acres of pine forest and situated on a private 10-acre pond, Still Waters offers spacious and comfortable lodging, including two fully furnished cottages, one with a full kitchen (sleeps up to 9), multiroom guest house (sleeps 10), and a 1200-square foot Art & Yoga Studio for workshops and classes. Guests may use the kayaks, grills, hike nature trails, and enjoy all that the area has to offer. Still Waters is smoke-free, alcohol-free and media free.

Sunset Beach Trudgers. Sober backpacking in Southern California. Second weekend of every month.

Sweet Water Farmhouse . "We run a low-key operation here, but we hope it's a little luxurious, too. This renovated 18th century house has two guest rooms with excellent queen beds, hardwood floors throughout and countless windows looking out onto pastures, fields and forests. And the deep clawfoot tub is just the thing after a day out and about or before a great dinner in town. Staying here is like visiting friends of friends in Vermont. (We are all friends of Bill and Lois W. here, too.) Look forward to a homemade quiche or continental breakfast with local organic produce and farm products from our garden or from the organic dairy literally just over the hill. Good organic coffee or tea. (I am happy to provide gluten-free breakfasts.) We love to have campfires at our fire-ring on the hill above the house. Gorgeous, clean swimming pond within walking distance of the house! 15 minutes off I-91 from Bernardston, MA and 15 minutes from quaint, lively Brattleboro, VT, home to an historic arthouse movie theatre, museums, music venues, great restaurants, some good meetings and of course, incredible Vermont scenery. Hope to see you soon."

TravelSober.com. "TravelSober.com brings you the best in 12-Step recovery travel. We have over 20 years experience in the sober travel industry to ensure that your experience is second to none. Whether you're looking for a sober safari in Africa or a cruise round the Caribbean you'll find it at travelsober.com. With speaker meetings and regular fellowship meetings everyday while you're away you'll feel at home anywhere."

NEW! Tropix Hotel (Dominican Republic) " ... has been a friend of the sober community for over 25 years. In 1987, the North Coast English speaking group of Alcoholics Anonymous began meeting here. The meeting moved to Cabarete (just 10 minutes down the road) in 2005, but Tropix continues to be a welcome home for sober alcoholics visiting the North Coast of the Dominican Republic. A small hotel tucked away in a beautiful garden setting, it is a perfect spot for groups. With 10 rooms surrounding the pool area, it's just the right size for an small retreat. For as little as $250/night, a group can have a charming hotel all to themselves. Maximum capacity (1 person per single bed and 2 people per double/queens) is 35 persons. Staff will work with you to provide for all of your catering, transportation and tour needs. For more information, please visit our website www.tropixhotel.com or feel free to contact us at info@tropixhotel.com or (809) 571-2291. We look forward to the chance to serve you."

Vagabonds Sober Campers. "The Vagabonds are an AA and Al-Anon family oriented camping group that gets together, the 2nd weekend of every month at a campground somewhere in southern California."

Yoga of Recovery Retreats. 2007-2008 retreat locations: Nassau, Bahamas; Neyyar Dam, Kerala, South India; Val Morin, Quebec, Canada; Catskills, New York; Grass Valley, California. The retreats offer " ... Morning and Evening Meditation sessions; Yoga Asana Classes with Pranayama and Relaxation; Ayurveda Workshops, Consultations and Body Treatments; Open/non-specific 12-Step Meetings; and Tools of Recovery Workshop — Introduction to Positive Thinking and Meditation. ... "