
Relax, connect, vibe and expand yourself to re-connect with your business vision.
Running a small business has many challenges and can often come at a cost.
A cost to your relationships with those you love around you and those you connect with on a daily basis.
And more so, a cost to your relationship with yourself.
You love your business, but you are looking for ways to find balance and give more to those you love and cherish.
You're looking for a better way to have to best of both worlds, a business that is profitable and gives you the space to spend time with your family.
Rise and Thrive 2025
Darcy and I have created the Rise & Thrive Bali retreat solely focused on you.
Slow down.....relax...laugh...connect.
Give yourself permission to immerse yourself in the stunning surrounds of Bali with the happiest people in the world - the Balinese.
Reflect, rejuvenate and re-energise yourself.
This retreat has been carefully put together to make sure you get the most out of it, both in value and fun!
Take a moment to think about how this retreat could be an investment in you and your business.
Your passion for serving others is what drives your success, but taking time to invest in yourself is just as important.
When you focus on your own growth and development, you’re setting your business up for even greater achievements.
Are you with us?


This retreat is totally for you if you:
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Want to run your business, not have your business run you.
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Struggle with knowing how to brand yourself online.
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Struggle with understanding how to speak to your ideal clients on socials.
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Feel overwhelmed in your business.
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Love being surrounded by other self led business owners like you.
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Want to get some epic professional personal branding pics in Bali.
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Want to laugh, have some sneaky cocktails and get some relaxing shut eye in a stunning resort.
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Need a break to disconnect, and have some peace and quiet?


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What's planned for you

Hang With Us
You'll enjoy this Bali bliss retreat, hosted by Karene and Darcy. We will be able to chat with you over coffee, cocktails and help guide you through your personal business growth strategy.
Insightful Sessions
Gather with us and our host of presenters, all with specialised areas of expertise sharing powerful knowledge and insights.
Get Social
Chat with our gorgeous presenters and other guests about all things business and self care creating memories and connections for a lifetime.

Personal Branding Photoshoot Experience
You'll get to experience an epic Bali Branding experience, in front of the camera, by renowned photographer Emma Winzar. You'll be glammed up by Lisa Colahan, making this something to remember.
Epic Food & Experiences
We have personally designed all the dinning and relaxation experiences around the views, cuisine and best relaxing spots in Seminyak.
Space
We have purposefully designed time for you to relax and gain some much needed rest, so you can re-charge your soul.
It's a retreat after all, not a working experience.
Transform your mind and your business for the better
Taking time away from your business is something we all struggle with.
We often feel guilty for spending money on ourselves because we have been told it's often selfish and not the way to do things.
But this is false and here's why..........
You cannot serve others from an empty cup.
You need the support and guidance from those who have been there and hustled that.
This retreat is a space for you to come and relax, reconnect with yourself and take a look at your business from a unique perspective.
Love yourself, and love your business again with this magical experience with a group of fun and vibrant business besties in Bali.

Meet our presenters
What makes the Rise & Thrive retreat so unique is that we are bringing a suite of small business powerhouses with us to Bali. Learning from a range of diverse leaders in business provides you with an abundance of access to knowledge from various industry queens. It is an honor to have the following presenters speak throughout the retreat and we cannot wait for you to met them.

Karene & Darcy
Virtual Hustle
Karene and Darcy are Virtual Hustle. Together they bring a wealth of small business ownership spanning 20+ years and have grown their Virtual business to 6 figures while working together in a blended family lifestyle for the past 5.5 years.
When the good vibes are the main ingredient to this retreat, you can count on us to provide fun, leadership and thoughtfulness.

Emma Winzar
Socially Create
Emma is a personal branding photographer and social media marketing queen. Emma will be presenting on topics key to your business growth strategy in 2025-26.
This lens lady is smart, crafty and has an eye for making you look your best online. Smile!
Our Bali retreat couldn't be captured by anyone else.
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Lisa Colahan
Waves Hair Salon &
Salon Elevation
Lisa is our small business queen. The superstar behind Waves Hair Salon is a business mentor and growth strategist who brings a wealth of knowledge to the business world.
If a retreat ever needed a lead singer for fabulous hair, Lisa would be stealing the show.

Sarah Hogen-Esch
SHE the Executive Assistant
Sarah, AKA SHE, is the queen of calendars, processes and one organised boss. Sarah has a wealth of professional knowledge, and she’s here to show you how to set and achieve your business goals in ways that are practical, effective, and totally doable.
SHE is the best kept secret in the west, joining us from WA. With her dry humor and no-nonsense approach, she’s exactly the kind of energy this Bali adventure needs.
And let’s be real, can you even imagine a dance floor in Seminyak without Sarah leading the charge?
SHE is one kick-ass lady you definitely want in your corner. Get ready to learn, laugh, and level up with Sarah at the retreat!

Jacqui Gage
Grow Social Co.
Meet Jac, aka Jac-GPT, our go to social strategist and the marketing goddess your business needs to thrive.
Jac brings creativity, strategy, and her Chat-GPT expertise to the table, making your social media life not just easier but more impactful and fun.
We’re beyond excited to have Jac presenting at the retreat and we can’t wait to soak up her brilliance... preferably with a cocktail in hand... poolside.
This queen of fun is bringing the energy, and we are here for it!

So what's on the Itinerary?
Day1
Sunday Nov 9th / 2025
2:00pm - Welcome drinks and check in at Courtyard Marriott, Seminyak.
7:00pm - Welcome sunset dinner at Moonlight on the beach.
Day2
Monday Nov 10th / 2025
6:00am-9:00am - Buffet breakfast.
10:00am - Welcome by Virtual Hustle, ice breakers and speaker intros.
12:30pm - Lunch.
1:15pm - Social Media and A.I with Jacqui from Grow Social.
3:30pm - Free time, massages required & shopping.
6:30pm - Dinner at the Garden, Marriott Resort.
Day3
Tuesday Nov 11th
6:00am-9:00am - Buffet breakfast.
10:00am - Group Session 3: Personal Branding with Emma from Socially Create.
12:30pm - Lunch & coffee/cold drink.
1:15pm - Group Session 4: Setting Goals and Actually Achieving Them with Sarah from SHE.
2:30pm - Group Session 5: Open panel discussion.
4:00pm - Swim and happy hour.
Day4
Wednesday Nov 12th
6:00am-9:00am - Buffet breakfast.
10:30am - Personal Branding Day Canggu, lunch provided and drinks.
6:30pm - Final dinner at Barbacoa.
Day5
Thursday Nov 13th
6:00am-9:00am - Buffet breakfast.
10:00am - Check out.
Room Options

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Inclusions
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5 days & 4 Nights in Bali staying at The Courtyard Marriott, Seminyak
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Welcome goodie bag.
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Workbooks and learning materials.
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All breakfast, lunch and dinners (excluding 1 dinner for free night time on tuesday 11th) most drinks included sessions, lunches and dinners.
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Professional branding shoot with Emma and 15 images.
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Professional hair & makeup by Lisa Colahan.
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Branding shoot location Canggu.
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All activities and excursions.
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Daily access to all facilities including gym, games and in house daily activities co-ordinated by the Courtyard Marriott.
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Free shuttle bus access by Courtyard Marriott to local Seminyak route.
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Access to free wifi while in hotel room.
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Private and shared accommodation.
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Massage vouchers.
Exclusions
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Flights and transfers to Bali, Denpasar.
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Transfers to hotel from Denpasar.
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Personal mobile data packs.
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Visa and tourist fees required to enter Bali.
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Vaccinations / Please ensure you are up to date with Indonesia’s vaccination requirements.
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Insurance.
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Personal expenses.
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Hotel minibar and room service.
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Alcohol (not included).
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Personal trips, taxis outside of group activities and free time.

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FAQs
Do you have a payment plan?
Yes, we do. After registering and making your deposit of $250, you can then pay in installments. How good?
Do you supply Alcohol in the cost of the retreat?
No we don't.
What if I have dietary requirements?
We will make every effort to ensure all requirements are met. Bali is a diverse country with many options to eat, so we can be sure there will be places available for you to dine next to us if need be. The Courtyard Marriott is a global hotel chain offering many culinary options as well.
If I have more questions can I ask you guys?
Absolutely, kindly email us at hello@virtualhustle.biz
A little note from us
Darcy and I wanted to welcome you to this epic Bali Retreat where you will Rise & Thrive amongst our host of presenters who we have hand picked to join us.
We wholeheartedly understand that investing in yourself is something we all struggle to do and rationalise.
Really.......is going to Bali going to make my business better?
You better believe it.
Time away from your emails, connecting with other epic humans in business doing wonderful things in spaces of their niche is an experience unlike any other.
And also.....remember, we're in Bali!!!!!
You are on an adventure to seek growth, rise above your own challenges and come away thriving ready to take yourself to the next level.
We want to inspire you to take stock of your own business pathway and help guide you and shape you into the next version of yourself - that's something to get excited about!
So if this sounds like you, then we cannot wait to receive your registration email and start helping you board that plane to Bali in November.
Karene & Darc. x
