Transform Your Life with a JoClub Retreat in 2025
Sign up to get on the waitlist for our exclusive journaling retreats
You’ll get the early bird discount and behind-the-scenes as we craft once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences!
Locations and retreats to be announced in 2025.
Experience Transformation Like Never Before
At JoClub Retreats, transformation is at the heart of everything we do.
Over six days and five nights, you’ll immerse yourself in a unique blend of guided journaling, personal reflection, and a deep and wholesome connection to new accountability partners, all designed to support your growth journey.
Our retreats are more than just an escape; they are a deep dive into self-awareness, clarity, and purpose.
Every detail is carefully crafted to help you connect deeply with not only yourself but also your purpose.
JoClub Retreats are truly once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
What Makes JoClub Retreats Special?
Discover a transformative journey that includes so much more than text can explain.
A Tailored and Deep Journaling Experience
Each retreat is tailored to meet your needs. Through daily immersive journaling sessions on the themes of transformation, confidence, your personal secret powers, and more, you’ll uncover tangible insights that you reflect on where you are and where you want to go.
1-on-1 with Jo
Take advantage of exclusive one-on-one time with Jo, the founder. Jo not only curates the trips, she is there every single step of the way. From filling water bottles to creating dynamic journaling sessions that will change the way you see your future, she’s passionate about retreats and it shows.
Cultural Immersion
Whether it’s a cooking class in Italy, sailing on a catamaran in Greece, or exploring Belgium’s scenic gems, each retreat is designed to deepen your understanding of the local culture while adding a new layer of enrichment to your personal journey. Each travel experience is curated by travel expert and founder of JoClub, Jo Franco.
This is not packaged and standard. You will be immersed in the culture, language, and beauty of each location in a safe and supportive group of fellow retreaters.
JoClub Retreats in Numbers
7
RETREATS
Over the past few years, we’ve hosted 7 life-changing retreats in stunning locations across the world, including Croatia, Mexico, The Netherlands, Greece, and Italy.
75+
ATTENDEES
More than 50 individuals from around the globe have joined us on these unforgettable journeys, forming meaningful connections and leaving transformed.
30+
HOURS OF WORKSHOPS
Each retreat offers over 30 hours of immersive journaling workshops, yoga sessions, art classes, and personal growth activities tailored to your needs.
Join the Waitlist
By joining the JoClub Retreat waitlist, you’ll unlock exclusive perks:
First to Know: Get early access to retreat dates, locations, and booking details before they’re made public.
Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy early bird pricing that’s only available to waitlist members.
Priority Access: Secure your spot ahead of the crowd for our limited, small-group retreats designed for deeper connection and personal growth.
Explore Our 2025 Retreat Locations
Discover the perfect backdrop for your transformative journaling journey. Each of our JoClub retreats is carefully designed to immerse you in local culture while fostering deep personal growth.
APRIL 2025
Belgium 🇧🇪
A peaceful countryside castle retreat perfect for quiet reflection and deep journaling. You will leave feeling like royalty.
JUNE 2025
Naxos, Greece 🇬🇷
Escape to a pink castle on Naxos, just steps from the shore. Enjoy the beauty of the Greek coastline and a relaxing catamaran excursion for an unforgettable journaling experience.
OCTOBER 2025
Rome, Italy 🇮🇹
Discover the charm of an old villa near Rome. This retreat includes an immersive cooking class, during which you’ll explore Italy’s culinary traditions while journaling your transformative journey.
What's included?
Discover a transformative journey that includes:
Guided Journaling Sessions
Each retreat is tailored to meet your needs. Through daily journaling sessions, you’ll uncover powerful insights, helping you reflect on where you are and where you want to go.
1-on-1 Mentorship
Receive personalized mentorship with Jo, the founder of JoClub, to help guide your transformative journey. Option to join a 1 on 1 with JoClub’s facilitators and team is also available.
Unique Accommodation
Stay in exclusive, off-the-beaten-path accommodations that offer a unique and intimate setting, perfect for reflection and growth. Jo scouts everything to make sure it aligns with her high standards.
Cultural Excursion
Immerse yourself in the local culture with curated off-site activities like hikes in ancient ruins, cooking classes, catamaran trips, and more. Each retreat includes an excursion to get you into the world for implementation.
Global Community
Meet and bond with like-minded individuals from all corners of the world who are invested in growth. Strangers will quickly become life-long friends who support you after the retreat ends.
Morning Yoga Sessions
Start your day with an energizing morning yoga classes twice in each retreat to balance body and mind, enhancing your journaling and self-reflection journey.
Custom Journal
Get a beautifully personalized journal tailored to the retreat, allowing you to document your experience and reflect long after the week ends. A custom welcome goodie bag is also gifted with local treats.
All-Inclusive Meals
Enjoy 3 delicious home-made meals and snacks that feature local cuisine adapted to your personal dietary needs. Plus, snacks, coffee, and tea available all day long.
Retreat packages start at $2,700 for non-JoClub members, with early bird discounts available. (Note: Airfare not included).
Captured Moments from Previous Retreats
Hear from Past Attendees
Charmela, USA 🇺🇸
Greece Retreat 2024
This retreat experience surpasses words. It’s a blissful feeling with such a deep connection to self, a love, and an appreciation for everyone who came. I came as an individual and left with a sisterhood. There is life past your fears so do it scared! I did!
remi, Brazil 🇧🇷
Croatia Retreat 2023
This retreat was absolutely transformational for me! I’ve never connected with people that quickly on so many levels. I found myself being vulnerable and open and growing naturally… in just one week!
Casey, USA 🇺🇸
Greece Retreat 2024
I think my mindset changed over anything. This was my first retreat, first international flight, first time to Europe, first time for a lot of things! I couldn’t have asked for a better group to end up with, and Jo and Ania made it so easy to get comfortable and get vulnerable. It felt safe, and that made it the perfect environment to transform. I will be forever changed for so many reasons, but I think leaving inspired was the part I’ll hold onto. AND now I have a beautiful group of women who are driven and powerful to lean on when needed.
Katelyn, USA 🇺🇸
Croatia Retreat 2023
I’ve always been told that my dreams were “out there”, unrealistic, or silly but after my-1 on-1 with Jo I feel so validated! Anything is possible and I have a wonderful group of ladies to cheer me on whatever ventures I decide to try.
Allison, USA 🇺🇸
Greece Retreat 2024
I came to the retreat super burnt out on work and life, but I left the retreat excited to implement new tools and “do it scared” alongside my new sisters.
melissa, USA 🇺🇸
Croatia Retreat 2023
This retreat was absolutely transformational for me! I’ve never connected with people that quickly on so many levels. I found myself being vulnerable and open and growing naturally… in just one week!
How it all started
Hey! Bonjour, Ciao, Yasu! It’s me, Jo!! In 2022, I had a crazy idea to run a journaling retreat with strangers.
The next scene is me coordinating a global meetup for 12 diverse souls who flew from all around the world to journal, think, and grow.
The experience was magical.
It was not only my life’s work but also connected retreaters for life.
Since then, I’ve hosted 7 retreats in Croatia, Mexico, The Netherlands, Greece, and Italy, helping 75+ retreaters transform into their evolution.
I love nurturing everyone brave enough to show up for themselves.
Will I see you somewhere in the world in 2025?
XO, Jo
Frequently Asked Questions
The next retreat is still to be announced. Please join the waitlist to hear about our upcoming experiences.
Attendees must be 21+ to attend. No age limit.
Retreats are typically 6 days and 5 nights long. Official information will be shared via email to those on the waitlist.
Rates start at $2,500 for JoClub members, and $2,700 for non-JoClub members. This price includes 3 meals a day, accommodation, off-site excursion, drinks, and all programming including journaling workshops, art classes, yoga classes, writing workshops, and more.
To keep the experience cozy, we admit 12 – 15 or more depending on the venue, (including Jo Franco). Applications will be sent out via email to the waitlist.
A life changing week in the best company you’ve ever had. This is wholesome on steroids.
Jo Franco has coordinated seven global retreats in Croatia, Mexico, the Netherlands, Greece, and Italy. She is fully hands on, and will take care of her retreaters bringing them into a slice of her dynamic traveling world for an unforgettable trip!