The closest airport is Traverse City Airport which is roughly 1.25 hours away from the retreat. Grand Rapids airport and Detroit airport are two additional options.

Yes, there will be multiple portable individual showers and bathrooms on property.

All of the food served at the 2025 VWR will be organic except for heavier peeled fruits and some vegetables. Examples are watermelons, bananas, avocados etc. The VWR will be sourcing the majority of our produce from a local organic farm as well as not sourcing any APEEL produce. We believe in organic and strive to deliver the highest quality possible for our guests.

If you would like to see a running total of current guest registrations, head to the book now section of our website and click on the guests section and it will give you an up to date total on the number of guests. We anticipate to have between 250-350 people attending what will likely be one the largest vegan retreats of 2025!

Yes, if you would like to refuel on fruit between meals, fruit will be available throughout the day for you to enjoy!

Each night there will be a fun theme for dinner, which is indicated on the itinerary. Included will also be a different dessert each night! Here is an example below from the 2025's Vegan Wellness Retreat's pastry chef, Lilla Sulkala:

No, although the Vegan Wellness Retreat aims to provide tools, education, and evidence based science to showcase the many benefits of a plant based diet for our health it is in no way a prerequisite to attend the retreat. Whether you are raw vegan, vegan, or currently eating the standard american diet you are welcome to attend. Many attendees report they really enjoy the food and the creativity of the meals and activities!

Due to the large volume of guests coming to the retreat, and because they are arriving at different locations and times the VWR will not be providing transportation to or from the retreat. Most people are using UBER, rental cars, or driving their own vehicle to the retreat.

Early to Mid August in Northern Michigan is typically beautiful weather-wise. Highs average in the mid 70's-low 80's and lows average in the mid 60's- upper 60's.

Our refund policy is 90 days from the retreat. You are able to cancel prior to this time and receive a full refund. After this time there are no refunds. However, if you need to cancel, your ticket credit will be able to be used at a future Vegan Wellness Retreat.