Join us this January for some winter sun and time to focus on yourself, surrounded by others who’ve also had cancer and get it.
Pause, reflect and plan your year in the warmth of Spain.
We’ll be based in a luxurious villa with a heated pool, just two minutes from Málaga’s best beach. This retreat offers space, structure and support to help you step back, reflect and set a clear direction for the year ahead.
Through coaching workshops, time in nature, yoga and conversations over nourishing food, you’ll be supported to think about what you want from 2026 and start taking steps towards it.
This retreat is for anyone who knows they didn’t go through cancer treatment just to settle for a life that feels half-lived.
Whether you finished treatment recently or some time ago, if you’re ready to think about what you want from 2026 - and invest time and energy in yourself to make it happen - this retreat is for you.
We’ll create a guided space to help you get clear on what you want and what you need. Together, with others who understand, we’ll work through the questions, challenges and possibilities that will shape your year ahead - so you leave with clarity, focus and a realistic plan you feel ready to put into action.
By the time you board your flight home, you’ll have a clear direction, practical steps to take, stronger boundaries and the confidence to create the life you want in the year ahead.
To help you stay on track with what you want from 2026, you’ll have the option to join monthly group check-ins - providing accountability and support right through to December 2026.
Ready to get clear on what you want from 2026 and start making it happen?
This is your space to begin. You'll leave with clarity for 2026, a plan, practical actions, and the confidence to move forward.
Retreat Highlights
Retreat Overview
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Who is this retreat for?This retreat is for adults who’ve finished cancer treatment and are ready to think about what they want next. It doesn’t matter whether you finished treatment yesterday or ten years ago - if you’re ready to focus on yourself and start shaping what you want from 2026, we’d love to welcome you.
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What is the payment process?To secure your place, a 30% deposit is required at the time of booking, with the remaining balance due by 10 October 2025. Payment plans are available, just let us know what works best for you.
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What’s included in the price?Your stay in a beautiful villa, all meals prepared by our private chef, daily yoga, five coaching workshops, a guided walk along the Caminito del Rey, dinner at Málaga harbour, and monthly online group coaching for ongoing support through 2026.
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What if I have dietary needs or medical considerations?We’ll ask for this information when you book so we can support you as best we can. All activities are optional, and you’ll be encouraged to take part in a way that feels right for you.
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What happens after I book?Once you’ve booked and paid your deposit, we’ll be in touch to confirm your space. You’ll also receive more details about the retreat, what to bring, and what to expect. We’ll have a welcome call in January to help you feel settled and supported before the trip and you’ll get a bit of pre-retreat homework to start thinking about what you want from 2026.
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What is the cancellation policy?Once you’ve booked, your place is confirmed and we’re unable to offer refunds. If we can fill your space, we’ll do our best to refund part of your balance (excluding the deposit), but this can’t be guaranteed. You must take out travel and medical insurance that covers cancellation, illness, and the activities included in the retreat. We can’t be held responsible for any costs if you're not insured, and we’re unable to advise on insurance policies, please make sure you’re fully covered before you travel.
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What's the address?Calle Manuel de la Revilla, 8, Málaga, Andalucía 29017, Spain
Retreat Schedule
4 nights / 3 full days | January 2026 | Málaga, Spain
Wednesday - Arrival & Welcome
Arrive, land and exhale. This first evening is about settling in and starting to shift gears.
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Transfers and arrivals throughout the day
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Optional: explore Málaga or take a walk along the beach
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Check-in at villa from 5pm, unpack and unwind
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Welcome dinner and guided conversation from 7pm
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Evening writing session
Address: Calle Manuel de la Revilla, 8, Málaga, Andalucía 29017, Spain
Meet Your Hosts
This retreat is led by Steph Davies and Juliet Thomas - two experienced, compassionate coaches who’ve both had cancer and now dedicate their work to supporting others post-treatment.
Steph Davies
Steph is the founder of Life after Cancer, a trained coach, NLP practitioner and mental health first aider with over 3,000 hours of coaching experience.
She’s supported individuals and teams across the NHS, UCLH, Macmillan, Nuffield Health, Future Dreams, Target Ovarian Cancer and more - helping adults post-treatment rebuild confidence, reconnect with who they are and move forward with clarity and a life that aligns with who they are now.
Steph brings a grounded, calm approach shaped by her own cancer experience, creating a space where people feel understood and supported to take meaningful steps forward.
Our Retreat in Pictures
The photos below will give you a feel for the retreat - from the beautiful villa and peaceful surroundings to the unforgettable walk along Caminito del Rey. If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch any time - we’re here to help.
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Who is this retreat for?This retreat is for adults who’ve finished cancer treatment and are ready to think about what they want next. It doesn’t matter whether you finished treatment yesterday or ten years ago - if you’re ready to focus on yourself and start shaping what you want from 2026, we’d love to welcome you.
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What is the payment process?To secure your place, a 30% deposit is required at the time of booking, with the remaining balance due by 10 October 2025. Payment plans are available, just let us know what works best for you.
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What’s included in the price?Your stay in a beautiful villa, all meals prepared by our private chef, daily yoga, five coaching workshops, a guided walk along the Caminito del Rey, dinner at Málaga harbour, and monthly online group coaching for ongoing support through 2026.
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What if I have dietary needs or medical considerations?We’ll ask for this information when you book so we can support you as best we can. All activities are optional, and you’ll be encouraged to take part in a way that feels right for you.
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What happens after I book?Once you’ve booked and paid your deposit, we’ll be in touch to confirm your space. You’ll also receive more details about the retreat, what to bring, and what to expect. We’ll have a welcome call in January to help you feel settled and supported before the trip and you’ll get a bit of pre-retreat homework to start thinking about what you want from 2026.
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What is the cancellation policy?Once you’ve booked, your place is confirmed and we’re unable to offer refunds. If we can fill your space, we’ll do our best to refund part of your balance (excluding the deposit), but this can’t be guaranteed. You must take out travel and medical insurance that covers cancellation, illness, and the activities included in the retreat. We can’t be held responsible for any costs if you're not insured, and we’re unable to advise on insurance policies, please make sure you’re fully covered before you travel.
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What's the address?Calle Manuel de la Revilla, 8, Málaga, Andalucía 29017, Spain