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Welcome to the Najil Chak journey, an expose of what makes our home sacred: the people, the rituals, the beauty, and the transformation. Here, we share retreat reflections, design inspiration, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of life at the villa.

Mexican artist Karen Gutierrez walking in the private gardens of tulum art residence

In Conversation with Karen Gutierrez: Culinary Retreat Facilitator at Najil Chak

Meet artist Karen Gutierrez, who led her first culinary retreat at our Tulum retreat center, blending Mexican heritage with wellness practices.

Sep 97 min read

Culinary Retreat in Tulum: A Day-by-Day Journey

Go behind the scenes of our 4-day culinary retreat in Tulum—a real experience of ancestral cooking, deep connection, and jungle-based slow living.

Sep 27 min read

Art & Mindfulness: A way to connect with our inner creativity and other creatives

Join our next Art Immersion in Tulum: 30 January - 3 February 2026

Aug 113 min read

A Journey Through Our Past Signature Culinary Retreat

A Culinary journey into tradition & slow food: for conscious foodies, culinary experts, natural and culture lovers & creative souls

Jun 173 min read

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