April 8-11, 2027 • Doe Bay Resort • Orcas Island, Washington

Reconnect. Restore. Rediscover Each Other.

Step away from the busyness of everyday life and immerse yourselves in a long weekend of connection, renewal, and learning at Love That Lasts, a couples workshop grounded in the research and teachings of Dr. John Gottman.

Over four days, you'll slow down, reconnect, and learn practical, science-based tools to strengthen your friendship, navigate conflict with greater compassion, and create a relationship that continues to grow.

This is an educational couples workshop, not couples therapy. You'll learn together through short lectures, private couple exercises, guided conversations, and opportunities to connect with other couples in a beautiful and restorative setting.

What You'll Experience

Throughout the weekend, we'll explore the foundations of lasting relationships, including:

• Building friendship and emotional connection
• Creating and expanding your Love Maps
• Recognizing and responding to bids for connection
• Cultivating fondness and admiration
• Turning toward each other during everyday moments
• Understanding conflict and learning healthier ways to navigate it
• Repairing after difficult moments
• Creating shared meaning, rituals, and traditions
• Bringing what you learn home and making it part of everyday life

You'll have plenty of time for private conversations and couple exercises, as well as time to enjoy the natural beauty, soaking pools, sauna, and peaceful surroundings of Doe Bay.

Workshop Schedule

Thursday, April 8 - Arrival & Welcome

3:00-5:00 pm | Arrive and check into your cabin, yurt, or dome

6:00 pm | Welcome Dinner at Doe Bay Café

7:30-8:30 pm | Opening Circle & Intention Setting

Meet Ivana, connect with the other couples, and begin the weekend by setting intentions for your time together.

Optional: Open Mic Night - an informal evening of music and community.

Friday, April 9 - Friendship & Connection

8:00-9:00 am | Breakfast

9:00 am-12:00 pm | Morning Workshop - What Makes Love Last?

We'll explore the foundations of lasting relationships and the role friendship plays in creating a strong partnership.

12:00-1:00 pm | Lunch

1:30-3:00 pm | Soaking & Sauna Time

Time to relax, enjoy the property, and reconnect as a couple.

3:00-6:00 pm | Afternoon Workshop - Deepening Friendship & Love Maps

You'll have an opportunity to slow down and rediscover the person you love through guided Love Maps exercises and meaningful conversations.

Evening | Dinner on your own

After Dinner | Optional couple reflection time

Saturday, April 10 - Fondness, Admiration & Conflict

8:00-9:00 am | Breakfast

9:00 am-12:00 pm | Morning Workshop - Fondness, Admiration & Bids for Connection

Explore the small everyday moments that help couples stay emotionally connected and build a culture of appreciation.

12:00-1:00 pm | Lunch

1:30-3:00 pm | Spa, Sauna & Cold Plunge Time

Take some time to relax and enjoy Doe Bay.

3:00-6:00 pm | Afternoon Workshop - Navigating Conflict & Repair

Learn how to recognize unhelpful patterns, soften difficult conversations, and use repair to reconnect after conflict.

Evening | Dinner on your own

Optional: Stargazing, soaking, or quiet couple time.

Sunday, April 11 - Shared Meaning & Integration

8:00 am | Breakfast

9:00 am-12:00 pm | Final Workshop - Shared Meaning & Lasting Rituals

We'll explore the dreams, values, rituals, and traditions that give your relationship a deeper sense of purpose and identity.

12:00-1:00 pm | Closing Lunch & Celebration

1:00 pm | Workshop concludes

You'll leave with practical tools, meaningful memories, and ideas for continuing the connection you created throughout the weekend.

Workshop Investment

$2,000 per couple

Your workshop registration includes:

• 16 hours of Gottman-based educational programming
• Private couple exercises and guided conversations
• Workshop materials and workbooks
• Thursday opening welcome dinner
• Friday, Saturday & Sunday breakfast
• Friday, Saturday & Sunday lunch
• Afternoon snacks
• All included meals and snacks are lovingly provided by an amazing local café, with delicious food throughout the weekend
• Time for group connection and reflection
• Plenty of free time to enjoy Doe Bay, relax, explore, and soak in the beautiful surroundings
• Friday and Saturday dinner are on your own - a chance to explore some of the wonderful local restaurants on Orcas Island and enjoy a relaxed evening together as a couple. ❤️

Lodging is separate and is booked directly through Doe Bay Resort.

Lodging

Lodging ranges from approximately $330-$900, depending on the accommodation you choose.

Doe Bay offers a variety of accommodations, including cabins, yurts, and domes.

You will reserve and pay for your lodging directly with Doe Bay Resort.

Stay an Extra Night - 4th Night Free!

Want to make the most of your island getaway?

Stay an additional night Sunday, April 11 through Monday, April 12, 2027 and use code:

EXTRA1

Your 4th night is free!

This is a wonderful opportunity to slow down after the workshop, enjoy another morning at Doe Bay, and have a little extra time together before heading home.

Please confirm with Doe Bay Resort that the EXTRA1 promotion is available for the April 2027 retreat dates before booking.

Registration

Space is limited to 10 couples.

To register or ask any questions about the workshop, contact Ivana through this webpage or email her directly at ivanamaclay@gmail.com.

Once your workshop registration is confirmed, you'll receive information about booking your lodging directly with Doe Bay Resort.

Cancellation Policy

We understand that life happens and plans can change. Our goal is to make this policy as fair and flexible as possible while also honoring the commitments required to hold your space.

Workshop Fee

Cancellation by February 25, 2027 - 6 weeks before the workshop

You may cancel for a 100% refund of your workshop fee.

Cancellation February 26-March 18, 2027 - between 6 and 3 weeks before the workshop

You will receive a 70% refund of your workshop fee.

Cancellation after March 19, 2027 - less than 3 weeks before the workshop

No refunds will be issued.

However, if your spot can be filled by another couple, your payment may be refunded or credited toward a future workshop.

Transfers

You may transfer your registration to another couple until March 25, 2027, with prior approval.

Lodging

Lodging is reserved and paid for separately through Doe Bay Resort.

Doe Bay Resort's own cancellation policy applies to all lodging reservations.

If the Workshop Is Cancelled

If Ivana must cancel the workshop for any reason, participants will receive a full refund of all workshop fees.

Lodging refunds will be handled directly by Doe Bay Resort according to their policies.