About
The Retreat Specialists - Creating profitable retreats so you give the best experience for your retreat guest
At The Retreat Specialists, we understand retreats are not ‘freebies’. They are a labour of love. An unforgettable gift to help transform your guests and support their path to growth.
Founded and led by Liesel Albrecht, known widely as “The Retreat Queen,” our mission is simple: help you design and deliver retreats that empower women, create deep connections, and support a journey of growth, healing, and self-discovery.
"I have created a retreat business that not only changes lives through epic retreats, BUT also gives you the space to build your own retreats and learn from the best in the industry in the process, travel and so much more"
Liesel Albrecht
The question is...
How can I remain profitable so I can continue creating magic with my valued retreats?
We can help you achieve this.
We understand that the ability to remain financially sustainable allows you to continue crafting those magical experiences for your participants. Our expertise lies not only in designing unforgettable women’s retreats but also in equipping you with the strategies to make each retreat a financially rewarding success.
The type of immersive retreats we help create are:
- Luxury retreats (high end, exclusive and highly-personalised)
- Affordable retreats (budget-friendly, accessible to a broader audience)
- Business-oriented retreats (leadership, personal productivity, strategic growth, culture building)
- Wellness retreats (yoga, meditation, mindfulness, spa and pampering)
- And so much more...
Our signature retreat
Our signature retreat, the Ultimate Girls Week Away (affectionately known as UGWA), offers a taste of all our retreat experiences. It has transformed the lives of many women and inspired countless participants to launch their own retreats.
It is part of our ecosystem of retreats that you can be mentored from.
You can join our retreats as a participant or join our various programs to either become a facilitator, speaker or 12 month mentorship plan.
Real Stories, Real Impact
Five months ago I could barely do simple tasks without breaking down in tears. I had severe anxiety and no confidence left... couldn't have made such massive leaps forward without support from the people I love and coaching from Liesel.
What to expect
The Retreat Specialists incorporates a careful blend of:
1. Expert Mentorship
Get personal guidance from Liesel, founder of Ultimate Girls Week Away, with 32+ years of experience helping women create, market, and run sold-out retreats.
2. Trusted Connections
Tap into a network of stunning resorts, unique venues, and experienced speakers to match the mood, style, and goals of your retreat.
3. Done-for-You Resources
Access planning templates, legal docs, marketing tools, and admin forms—everything you need to stay organised and professional.
4. Step-by-Step Planning Support
From pricing your retreat to setting timelines, managing bookings, and creating your itinerary—we walk you through every stage so nothing is left to guesswork.
Our Vision
Our goal is to transform lives by allowing women to reconnect with themselves and with others in a meaningful way. We believe in the power of retreats to help women connect, build and encourage self-growth in a safe environment.
“I had a most marvelous time at The Ultimate Girls Week Away. It was a true moment of communion to be able to spend time in paradise with so many diverse, extraordinary, brave, and searching women.
Over the course of the week, we all took turns playing the role of teachers, students, healers, role models. I will never forget my time in this powerful gathering space!”