Love That Lasts: A Gottman Couples Retreat
Reignite Your Relationship with The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work
May 30 – June 1, 2025 | The Society Hotel, Bingen, WA
The Society Hotel Bingen
A Luxurious Weekend to Strengthen Your Relationship
Are you tired of having the same arguments? Missing the fun and connection you once had?
Join us for a transformative weekend designed to help couples deepen their bond, enhance intimacy, and create a lasting foundation for love. Based on Dr. John Gottman’s groundbreaking research, this retreat brings The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work to life in a peaceful, rejuvenating setting.
Why Attend?
✔ Reconnect & Reignite: Rediscover what brought you together and learn how to keep love strong.
✔ Master Communication & Conflict: Gain tools to navigate challenges and build a healthier dynamic.
✔ Deepen Intimacy & Romance: Strengthen both emotional and physical connection.
✔ Create a Lasting Partnership: Develop shared meaning and a vision for the future.
Whether you’re engaged, newly married, or decades into your relationship, this retreat is for all couples looking to invest in their love. If your relationship is thriving, you’ll gain skills to keep it that way. If you’re facing challenges, this weekend will offer a roadmap for renewal.
A Luxury Experience in a Breathtaking Setting
Nestled in the Columbia River Gorge, The Society Hotel Bingen offers cozy accommodations, a tranquil spa, and delicious meals—the perfect retreat for relaxation and connection.
This exclusive retreat is limited to just 10 couples for a high-quality, intimate experience.
Location: The Society Hotel Bingen, WA (just a short drive from Portland)
Dates: Friday, May 30 – Sunday, June 1, 2025
Weekend Schedule
Friday, May 30
4:00 PM – Check-in (dinner on your own)
7:00 – 9:00 PM – Workshop: Setting the Stage (The Sanctuary Space)
• Introduction to the Gottman Method
• Weekend overview
• Ice-breaking activity with Ivana & group introduction
Saturday, May 31
8:00 AM – Optional Morning Yoga with Petra at The Sanctuary Space
9:00 AM – Breakfast on your own at The Society Hotel Café
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Workshop: Understanding Relationship Science
• Gottman’s research on what makes love last
• Predictors of divorce & the Sound Relationship House model
• Couples exercises to enhance emotional intimacy
12:00 PM – Lunch on your own
1:30 – 2:30 PM – Spa Experience: Relax & Unwind
4:00 PM – Optional Afternoon Yoga with Petra at The Sanctuary Space
5:00 PM – Dinner Together (included – buffet-style, catered by Boda’s Kitchen https://www.bodaskitchen.com/menu)
6:00 – 8:00 PM – Workshop: Strengthening Connection & Emotional Bids
• Building fondness & admiration
• Turning toward each other instead of away
• Daily habits that reinforce trust & connection
• Couples exercises to enhance appreciation
Sunday, June 1
Breakfast on your own
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Workshop: Communication & Shared Meaning
• Problem-solving strategies
• Understanding solvable vs. perpetual problems
• Exploring shared values, goals & dreams
• Reflection & commitment exercise
Workshop Wrap-Up & Closing Reflections
What’s Included?
✔ 8 hours of expert-led workshops (lectures + private couple exercises)
✔ The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Workbook + two workbooks
✔ Two nights of luxury lodging at The Society Hotel Bingen
✔ Exclusive spa access for relaxation & rejuvenation
✔ Two yoga sessions with Petra (optional)
✔ Gourmet Saturday dinner (included)
This retreat is not group therapy. Exercises are private between you and your partner—no public sharing required.
I will be available all weekend to chat, answer questions, and offer support outside of workshop hours.
Reserve Your Spot – Space is Limited
You can register directly on my website under the “Register for the Workshop” section. This all-inclusive experience is priced based on your preferred lodging option:
🏡 Standard Queen Room at the Schoolhouse (shared bathroom) – $1505
🏡 Standard King Room at the Schoolhouse (shared bathroom) – $1540
🏡 Double Queen Cabin (can be shared with another couple to split the cost) – $1850
🏡 Shared Patio Cabin (dog-friendly) – $1850
To register, select your lodging option and contact me—I’ll guide you through the next steps.
To choose your perfect room, simply click the link below and enter the code “Gottman” to view the available lodging options. Please do not book online-once you’ve selected your room, fill out the “contact” form on my page and let me know which room you’d like. I will handle the rest and guide you through the next steps. Select your lodging here.
Cancellation Policy
✅ Full refund if canceled by April 30, 2025.
🚨 After April 30, cancellation fees apply:
• Option 1: $920
• Option 2: $955
• Option 3: $1265
• Option 4: $1265
