The WORTHY Portrait Retreat Experience
Río Grande, Puerto Rico
April 9-13, 2026
You don’t need another productivity hack. You need a nervous system that isn’t bracing for impact, and a reminder of how worthy you really are.
You’ve done the school drop-offs. You’ve led the meetings. You’ve held space, kept peace, pushed through.
And now? You’re exhausted.
You wake up tired. You go to bed tired. And in between, you manage calendars, work, expectations — with a smile that’s starting to crack.
You give your best to everyone else and settle for whatever’s left.
You’ve convinced yourself that rest is a reward you haven’t earned yet.
But the burnout is leaking into everything.
Maybe you snapped at someone you love. Maybe you saw a photo and didn’t recognize yourself. Maybe you’ve whispered, “Something has to change.”
This is the interruption your life’s been begging for.
The Worthy Retreat is a five-day, all-inclusive experience that strips away your noise, stress, and obligations — and surrounds you with beauty, support, and care.
• No agenda to manage
• No meals to make
• No one to check on or clean up after
Just you, being witnessed, restored, and taken care of for once.
What’s Included?
Everything you need. Nothing you have to manage.
✔️ 5 days and 4 nights in a private bedroom at a luxury oceanfront villa
✔️ All meals included — crafted by our private local Puerto Rican chef Victor Itzeta (plant-forward, gourmet, deeply nourishing, and catered to your own dietary needs and preferences)
✔️ Yoga, meditation, sound healing and women’s circles to support your body and spirit
✔️ A luxury multi-location portrait session (see below) with full hair and makeup, optional use of our couture wardrobe pieces, and a $2,000 image credit
✔️ Pre-retreat planning call to review your goals and preferences and ensure you arrive confident and cared for
✔️ Hair & makeup classes so the glow doesn’t stay in Puerto Rico: Refine your daily beauty routine with the founder of NCS (includes complimentary brush kit!)
✔️ Private on-site full body massage therapy, customized to your desires
✔️ Airport transfers, no-hassle logistics
✔️ Limited to under 10 guests for intimacy, depth, and sisterhood
The WORTHY Portrait Retreat Experience | Río Grande, Puerto Rico | April 9-13, 2026
You don’t need another productivity hack.
You need a nervous system that isn’t bracing for impact, and a reminder of how worthy you really are.
The Portrait Experience
Not a "photoshoot". A recalibration. A reclamation.
It’s the kind of experience that quiets the background noise long enough for you to actually see yourself again — clearly, confidently, without the layers you’ve learned to wear in meetings, on school pickup lines, or while managing everyone else’s expectations.
You’ll be expertly styled, photographed naturally in the most stunning settings, and guided through every step — no guesswork, no awkwardness, no overdone glam.
You’ll have:
• A full empowerment or boudoir-style session (you decide how bold or intimate it feels) across multiple locations: balcony, pool, beach, bedroom
• Professional hair & makeup by our top-tier artist, Nicole Saavedra of Nicole Christine Styling, who enhances how you feel — not just how you look
• Access to Kara’s private wardrobe of couture gowns and intimate styling pieces
• A pre-retreat planning call to set intentions and make styling effortless
• A $2,000 image credit — covering at least six finished portraits
• A private reveal during the retreat, while you’re still rooted in how good it feels to be seen
MORE ABOUT THE PORTRAITS
The Ultimate Portrait Experience
Are you ready to see yourself for how beautiful you really are?
We'll plan a private portrait session that is exactly what you've always wanted.
Boudoir in your private bedroom at the villa? You got it.
Poolside swimsuit "boudoir" (fantastic for women who maybe aren't ready for a full boudoir session)? Absolutely.
Beauty portraits on the balcony that overlooks the ocean? 1000%.
Casual portraits that capture your free spirit on the beach? Say less!
Your session can feature all of the above, some of the things, or just one location. We will have a pre-trip design consultation where Kara will meet 1:1 with you to plan out all the details.
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Proof that You Are Worthy
So many women do not take time for themselves. These portraits will be tangible proof that you are worthy of self care.
Women across industries — CEOs, artists, mothers, caretakers — have commissioned Kara’s work not for vanity, but for clarity. Because sometimes the mirror lies. These portraits don’t.
Additionally, a destination portrait session with Kara normally starts at $7,500 plus travel — but at The Worthy Retreat, you’re getting that same caliber of experience folded into your stay with no extra fees, no scheduling logistics, and no added travel. It’s already included, and you’re rested, nourished, and photographed in one of the most beautiful places in the world.
As a bonus, if you choose our BFF add-on, you and your BFF (which could be your mother, sister, or best friend) will be photographed together to create priceless portrait heirlooms.
BACK
Imagine Yourself at Our Private Oceanfront Luxury Villa in Kite Beach, Puerto Rico
For five days, this is yours.
Perched directly on the shores of Kite Beach in Río Grande and steps from the beach, this large, private villa is where barefoot luxury meets absolute comfort.
The entire property is ours for the retreat, and is just steps from the beach. You’ll wake up to the sound of waves, step outside to the ocean breeze, and spend your days surrounded by natural beauty — with every amenity thoughtfully designed for rest, ease, and privacy.
Whether you’re curled up with a book, sipping tea by the pool, or simply soaking in the stillness, this villa becomes part of your healing — a container for you to rest, release, and remember who you are when no one needs anything from you.
More than just accommodation: It’s the exhale you didn’t know you needed.
Our villa is located in Río Grande, Puerto Rico just off of Kite Beach (about a 45 minute ride from the San Juan airport).
Inside, the villa offers:
• All private bedrooms, most with private bathrooms so you never feel crowded (no dorm rooms or bunk beds here!)
• A full chef’s kitchen, spacious common areas, and two levels of light-filled living space
• Air conditioning throughout the home
• High-speed WiFi
• On-site laundry, so you never need to overpack
Outside, the space opens into a beachfront sanctuary:
• A walk-up path to Kite Beach for spontaneous swims and saltwater grounding
• A private pool and jacuzzi with plenty of room to lounge
• Sunbeds and loungers for lazy mornings or golden hour naps
• A hammock that practically demands you nap in it
• A ping pong table if movement brings you joy
• Kayaks for a peaceful paddle or a new perspective
All-Inclusive Gourmet Dining
More than fuel. This is care — plated.
Our private chef has over 15 years of experience crafting unforgettable meals — and he’s coming to us!
Every dish is made from scratch, designed around your preferences, and customized for dietary needs (gluten-free, dairy-free, pescatarian, etc). This isn’t retreat food that leaves you hungry an hour later. This is the kind of food that makes you close your eyes at the first bite. (I mean, just look at the pictures above we pulled from Chef Victor's Instagram... are you kidding me?!)
Expect:
• Vibrant, plant-forward meals (with plenty of protein)
• Local ingredients and seasonal flavors
• Options tailored to your body and your tastes
• Zero cooking, planning, or cleanup on your part
From golden-hour dinners on the patio to breakfasts that ground you before yoga, every meal is intentional, abundant, and deeply satisfying.
This is what it feels like to be nourished, body and soul.
Sound Baths, Women's Circles, and Somatic Healing
Healing, Movement, and Letting Go
Throughout the retreat, you’ll be guided through yoga, a sound bath, and an intimate group conversation known as a women’s circle — experiences designed to create space for integration, release, and connection.
You don’t need to be well-versed in meditation. You don’t need to know breathwork.
Just show up! That’s the only requirement.
What is Sound Healing?
Sound healing is a complementary therapy that uses sound vibrations to promote physical, emotional, and mental well-being. It involves using various instruments like singing bowls, gongs, and tuning forks to create specific sound frequencies that are believed to interact with the body's energy field and promote healing.
What is a Women's Circle?
A women's circle is a gathering of women who come together in a safe and supportive environment to share experiences, connect with each other, and explore personal growth. These circles often involve open communication, mutual support, and a sense of community, fostering healing and empowerment among participants.
Professional Massage Therapy
And when your body needs touch: we’ve scheduled time with a licensed massage therapist to support your physical reset, too.
Meet Your Retreat Team
Kara
Photographer + Empowerment Coach
Kara Krause is a women’s portrait photographer and empowerment coach who helps women see themselves with new eyes: stronger, bolder, and more whole than they ever realized. With over 15 years of experience behind the camera, Kara is known for creating transformative portrait experiences that go far beyond “just a photo shoot.” Her sessions are a mirror and a celebration- whether she’s capturing a mother rediscovering her worth, a survivor reclaiming her body, or an entrepreneur stepping fully into her power.
Nicole
Hair & Makeup Artist + Beauty Expert
Nicole Saavedra is a highly sought-after hair and makeup artist and the founder of Nicole Christine Styling, a luxury beauty studio serving the greater Milwaukee area. With over a decade of experience, Nicole specializes in empowering women through intentional, confidence-boosting beauty services and hair and makeup lessons. Her calm presence, artistry, and deep intuition make her a natural fit for transformational portrait experiences—helping every woman step into her power, both in front of the camera and beyond.
The Investment | Book Your Ticket Now!
You’ve stretched yourself thin and called it strength.
You’ve postponed peace, hoping life would eventually make space for it.
But nothing changes until you decide you’re done living from leftovers.
This retreat is more than a break because you deserve more than just a break.
This experience is a reclamation.
You’re not just worthy of rest.
You’re worthy of being whole.
If your whole body whispered yes, I need this… trust it.
Your Investment
Pay in Full OR Payment Plan Available
Early Bird (until Oct 31): $4,995
Full Price (starts Nov 1): $5,495
BFF Add-On: +$2,500
✔️ 5 days and 4 nights in a private bedroom at a luxury oceanfront villa
✔️ All meals included — crafted by our private local Puerto Rican chef Victor Itzeta
✔️ Yoga, meditation, sound healing and women’s circles to support your body and spirit
✔️ A luxury multi-location portrait session with full hair and makeup, optional use of our couture wardrobe pieces, and a $2,000 image credit
✔️ Pre-retreat planning call to review your goals and preferences and ensure you arrive confident and cared for
✔️ Hair & makeup classes so the glow doesn’t stay in Puerto Rico: Refine your daily beauty routine with the founder of NCS (includes complimentary brush kit!)
✔️ Private on-site full body massage therapy, customized to your desires
✔️ Airport transfers, no-hassle logistics
✔️ Limited to under 10 guests for intimacy, depth, and sisterhood
Frequently Asked Questions
How many women will be there?
Under 10 attendees max, plus Kara and her team.
Are Payment Plans Available?
Yes! You can pay in full or in installments. Please note you must pay in full to receive the earlybird discount of $500.
Can I get a refund?
We will need a minimum number of attendees for the retreat to run, so all payments are non-refundable, but fully transferrable. If you find someone to take your spot, we’ll transfer your booking once they’ve paid. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance through a third party that offers "Cancel For Any Reason" travel insurance to protect your investment.
What if I’m nervous to be photographed?
So many women are. Most women have never done this before. You’re not alone. Kara creates a space where you feel safe, confident, and completely seen — never pushed. You choose how you want to be seen.
What will the portrait experience be like? Do I have to do a boudoir session?
Nope. You get to choose how you want to be seen — glam, cozy, playful, powerful, modest, sensual, solo, or shared. This is about you. Each portrait session is 1:1 (or with your BFF if you choose our BFF Add-On) and we can photograph boudoir in the bedroom, beauty on the balcony, swimsuit glamour in and around the pool, and/or free-spirited portraits on the beach.
What’s not included?
Your flight to San Juan (SJU) and any image upgrades beyond your $2,000 credit.
I want to book, but still have questions.
Kara would love to help. Click here to schedule a free call.
Subject to Change - final itinerary will be sent in March 2026
We aim to have each day be a mix of structured group activities, private activities (like the portrait sessions and massage), and unstructured free time so that you can relax in a way that suits you best.
Day 1: Private transport starting in the afternoon, welcome circle, chef-prepared dinner
Days 2–4:
- Morning yoga or meditation
- Chef-prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day (customized to your dietary needs)
- Portrait sessions + private reveals scattered through the week so each person has their own time to shine
- One full-body massage per person
- Group Sound Healing + Women's Circles
- Hair + Makeup / Skincare Classes
- Evening relaxation and unstructured rest
- Phone-Free Challenge Day (optional)
- Free time to explore the beach, kayak, kite-surf at your leisure