The Mindful Tourist® · Event Calendar
Nature-Based Intervention, Mindfulness & Wellbeing
Mendoza · Online · Japan · New York
Explore our November gatherings, including meditation, expressive writing, guided nature connectedness, the Pathway 2 Q&A, professional training, Shinrin-Yoku in Japan and forest bathing at The Abode in New York.
Times for TMT-hosted events are shown in Argentina time (GMT−3). Rachel's event at The Abode is shown in New York time (EST).
The Mindful Tourist® · Professional Training
Monday, 2 November 2026
Have questions about the upcoming 15-week mentored Shinrin-Yoku Guide Training?
Join Dr. Milena A. Guziak, MChem · PhDEng · MScPsy, founder of The Mindful Tourist® and the Shinrin-Yoku Association, for a Q&A about the training approach, learning structure, practice requirements, professional standards and certification pathway.
This is an opportunity to explore whether Pathway 2 is the right learning experience for you and to ask questions before the new cohort begins.
Pathway 2 begins: 12 November (Cohort A) and 14 November (Cohort B).
↑ Back to November CalendarJapan · Nature · Shinrin-Yoku
Discover our connections in Japan, including Toyouke no Mori in Nara and guided Shinrin-Yoku experiences with Keith of Kyoto Woods & Farms. For current activities, prices and available dates, please contact the respective organisers directly.
Toyouke no Mori · Nara
Toyouke no Mori is a place for experiences that invite a deeper relationship with the natural world, seasonal rhythms and Japanese culture. For public events, workshops, tea ceremonies and other opportunities, please contact Chie.
Email: toyoukenomori2015@gmail.com
Visit Toyouke no Mori Instagram → Inquire About Events →Kyoto · Nara · Shinrin-Yoku
Explore the possibility of joining a guided Shinrin-Yoku experience with Keith of Kyoto Woods & Farms. Sunday dates in November are tentative; availability, the exact location, meeting time and participation fee must be confirmed directly with Keith.
November Sundays: 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29.
Visit Kyoto Woods & Farms →Toyouke no Mori and Kyoto Woods & Farms are separate contacts; an event listed with one organiser should not be assumed to take place at the other's venue.
The Mindful Tourist® · Online Meditation
An invitation to slow down, observe the present moment and explore meditation as a practice of awareness and personal inquiry.
US$30 per session
Join The Mindful Tourist® for a guided online meditation experience offering time to slow down, observe and explore the present moment.
During the session, we explore our relationship with thoughts, emotions, bodily sensations and the changing nature of personal experience.
Rather than striving to achieve a particular state of mind, participants are invited to practise awareness, observation and acceptance.
Both beginners and experienced practitioners are welcome. No previous meditation experience is required.
There is no requirement to feel peaceful, empty the mind or reach a particular level of concentration.
The 90-minute gathering may include:
The exact structure may vary according to the focus of each meeting.
Participants arriving more than 15 minutes after the session begins will not be admitted, to protect the continuity of the meditation experience.
You may adjust your position, pause, rest or discontinue an activity according to your needs.
Personal sharing is optional. Please respect the experiences, privacy and boundaries of other participants.
Sessions are not recorded, and personal recordings are not permitted without prior permission.
Meditation sessions are educational and contemplative experiences. They are not psychotherapy or a substitute for professional medical care.
After registering and activating the appropriate Online Meditation subscription, log in to your The Mindful Tourist® account.
The private participant page provides the relevant Zoom joining information, preparation guidelines and participation instructions.
Please review the information before your chosen session.
MChem · PhDEng · MSc Psychology
Founder of The Mindful Tourist® and the Shinrin-Yoku Association.
The Mindful Tourist® · Online Expressive Writing
An invitation to explore thoughts, emotions, memories and personal experiences through writing, mindful observation and reflection.
US$30 per session
Join The Mindful Tourist® for a two-hour expressive writing experience offering time to explore your thoughts, emotions and personal experiences through writing.
Expressive writing can be a way of communicating not only with others, but also with ourselves.
Through gentle invitations, mindful observation and individual reflection, we explore what arises without the need to produce a perfect piece of writing.
You do not need to be a writer or have previous experience. You are welcome exactly where you are in your writing journey.
You decide what to explore, what to keep private and whether to share anything with the group.
Sharing is always optional.
Each session offers a different opportunity for personal exploration.
The number of writing invitations may vary depending on the session's focus.
You may follow a writing invitation, adapt it or write about another subject.
There is no requirement to disclose sensitive experiences or write about trauma.
Writing about personal experience may bring different thoughts, memories and emotions into awareness.
Some experiences may feel comforting or meaningful, while others may involve uncertainty or discomfort.
There is no expectation that writing will produce relief or a particular emotional outcome.
You may adapt or decline any invitation, pause, take a break or stop writing.
Choose subjects that feel manageable for you.
Expressive Writing Sessions are educational and reflective experiences, not psychotherapy or a substitute for professional psychological care.
Your writing remains your personal work.
You are not required to submit, read aloud or explain what you have written.
Participants are asked to respect the privacy of personal experiences shared by others.
Please do not record the meeting or share another participant's personal information without permission.
After registering and activating the appropriate Online Expressive Writing subscription, log in to your TMT® account.
Your private participant page provides Zoom joining details, preparation instructions and information about participation and privacy.
Please review these details before your chosen session.
MChem · PhDEng · MSc Psychology
Founder of The Mindful Tourist® and the Shinrin-Yoku Association.
Our Host Environment · Mendoza, Argentina
Located in Las Compuertas, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Estancia El Caramillo is a nature-oriented residential and community development in the foothills of the Andes.
The project seeks to bring residential life into closer relationship with the surrounding natural landscape, recognising the importance of native vegetation, open spaces and opportunities for outdoor experiences.
The wider project incorporates areas and facilities associated with walking, cycling, equestrian activities, viticulture and cultural or community gatherings.
For information about the development, its philosophy, current activities and announcements, we invite you to explore El Caramillo's official Instagram account.
Discover El Caramillo on Instagram →The availability of individual activities and facilities may vary. Please consult El Caramillo directly for its own current offerings.
The Mindful Tourist® · Events
The Mindful Tourist® organises guided meditation and nature connectedness experiences at Estancia El Caramillo.
For these TMT® events, please contact The Mindful Tourist® directly rather than the venue.
Registered participants receive access to a dedicated participant information page with preparation guidelines, meeting arrangements, location details and contact information.
More detailed practical instructions are provided following registration.
For enquiries about our events, registration or participation, please contact us by email.
Email The Mindful Tourist® →info@themindfultourist.net
Our International Event Locations · New York, USA
Located in New Lebanon, New York, near the Berkshire Mountains, The Abode is a retreat and community centre offering opportunities for contemplative practice, personal exploration, creativity and connection.
Situated on a historic Shaker property of more than 300 acres, The Abode brings together natural landscapes, gardens, a working farm, historic buildings and spaces for gathering.
Its activities include meditation, spiritual practice, music, movement, nature-based experiences, workshops, community gatherings and residential retreats.
The setting invites visitors to step away from everyday routines and spend time exploring themselves, their relationships and the natural environment.
To learn more about The Abode, its mission, history, accommodation and activities, visit the official website.
Discover The Abode → Explore All Programs & Events →The Abode is an independent retreat and community organisation. For its other activities, please consult its official program calendar.
Featured Experience · November 2026
Guided by Rachel Ginsberg
Rachel is a certified Shinrin-Yoku guide trained in Japan by the Shinrin-Yoku Association.
Join Rachel for a gentle experience of forest bathing, sensory awareness and nature connectedness at The Abode.
The session offers invitations to slow down and encounter the forest through sight, sound, touch, smell and moments of stillness.
Participation is invitational. Each person may adapt, pause or rest according to their own needs.
2:00–4:00 PM New York time (EST)
4:00–6:00 PM Argentina time (UTC−3)
The Abode New Lebanon, New York, USA
US$60 per person
The experience concludes with an herbal tea ceremony and a seasonal snack.
Registration, payments, participant information and event arrangements are managed directly by The Abode. Please confirm availability through the official booking page.
The Mindful Tourist® · Participant Agreement
Please read these Terms & Conditions before registering for an event organised by The Mindful Tourist®. They explain participation requirements, booking arrangements, subscription access, user accounts and personal-data management.
These general terms apply to our TMT-hosted Online Meditation, In-Person Meditation, Online Expressive Writing and Guided Nature Connectedness Sessions.
Professional guide training programmes and independently organised Shinrin-Yoku events in Japan are governed by their respective programme or organiser terms.
Important · Registration and Website Access
When you register for a TMT® event, a user account may be created or your existing account used to manage your registration and access to participant information.
Your event subscription provides temporary access to the protected information page for the experience you have booked.
An event subscription is different from your website user account.
When the event subscription expires, you will lose access to the corresponding members-only event information, but your website account will normally remain active.
If you have no other active subscription plans, you will remain a free registered user with access to public and other unrestricted parts of The Mindful Tourist® website.
The standard event subscription period is one calendar month from the date of registration. This duration is indicated during the registration process.
Because some participants register for events well in advance, the following arrangements apply:
| Registration timing | Duration of event access |
|---|---|
| One month or less before the event | Your event subscription remains active for one calendar month from registration, as indicated at checkout. After this period, the event subscription expires. |
| More than one month before the event | We will extend your event subscription so that access remains available until five days after the scheduled end of the event you registered for. |
| After subscription expiry | Access to that event's protected participant page ends. Your website login remains available as a free registered account, unless you request account deletion or have another applicable membership arrangement. |
The extension for early registration will be reflected in your subscription expiration date. It does not entitle you to attend additional sessions.
These access periods relate to the participant information and membership privileges. Your booking entitlement remains for the particular event and date confirmed at registration.
Your event subscription is active, and you may access the protected participant page associated with your registration.
Your event-specific membership has ended. You no longer have access to the corresponding protected participant materials.
Your WordPress account remains available for login and access to public and unrestricted website content without an active event subscription.
If you wish to remove your account and request deletion of your personal data after the event, please contact us. Requests will be handled in accordance with applicable data-protection law and any mandatory record-retention requirements.
Email: info@themindfultourist.net
Participants must select the appropriate event, date and subscription plan during registration.
They are responsible for providing accurate contact information and reviewing participation and preparation requirements.
Registration and payment confirmation will be communicated through the contact details provided during enrolment.
Event-specific member access may depend on payment verification.
For bank transfers, participants may be required to provide a receipt so payment can be verified and their subscription activated.
A pending or unpaid registration does not necessarily provide access to protected participant materials.
Under our standard discretionary cancellation policy, participant bookings are generally non-refundable, except where applicable consumer law requires otherwise.
A transfer to another available event date or another person may be requested in advance, subject to availability, organiser approval and any applicable price difference.
Mandatory statutory rights remain unaffected.
Outdoor sessions may be postponed, relocated or cancelled when weather conditions, fire risk, site conditions or other circumstances make the experience unsafe.
Participants will be informed as soon as reasonably practicable. Appropriate arrangements and legally required remedies will be provided.
Where an event is rescheduled, any necessary changes to participant access will be communicated.
Co-creation: Facilitators and participants contribute to the shared experience through attention, engagement and personal choice.
Co-responsibility: The facilitator prepares the experience and assesses relevant risks, while participants follow safety guidance and recognise personal limits.
Co-being: We encourage respectful relationships with ourselves, other people and the more-than-human world.
Participation is voluntary. Participants may pause, modify or decline an invitation or activity.
Meditation, expressive writing and nature connectedness may bring different thoughts, sensations and emotions into awareness.
These events are reflective and educational experiences. They do not constitute psychotherapy, medical treatment or emergency mental-health care.
Participants must respect other attendees' privacy, personal boundaries and freedom to choose whether to share experiences.
Recording, photographing or distributing another participant's contributions without permission is not permitted.
Online meeting links and private venue-access information are intended only for registered participants.
Participants should review the relevant event information, prepare the recommended equipment and arrive or connect punctually.
For online sessions, this includes appropriate technical preparation. For outdoor events, this includes clothing, footwear, water and weather-related precautions.
Relevant accessibility or participation requirements should be communicated in advance where possible.
The standard event subscription is valid for one calendar month from registration, as shown during the registration process.
For participants registering more than one month before their selected event, we will extend the event subscription until five days after the event's scheduled end.
For participants registering one month or less before the selected event, the standard one-month subscription period applies.
At the end of the applicable period, the event subscription expires and access to protected event-specific content ends.
An event subscription is a time-limited membership associated with a specific event.
The WordPress user account is the login identity used to access the website.
Expiration or removal of an event subscription does not automatically mean the user account has been deleted.
After expiry, the user may continue to log in as a free registered user and browse public or unrestricted pages.
If a person holds another valid subscription plan, the access provided by that other plan is not affected solely by the expiry of this event plan.
Participant entry pages may contain meeting links, preparation information, location guidance, private event instructions and other resources.
Access is limited to eligible registered users with the corresponding active event subscription.
Once that subscription expires, the participant may no longer access the restricted page unless access is extended, renewed or otherwise authorised.
The Mindful Tourist® uses personal information for registration administration, payment verification, event communication and participant support.
A registered user account normally remains in the system after an event subscription expires. This allows continued access to unrestricted website content.
After the event, participants may request the deletion of their website user account and associated personal data by contacting info@themindfultourist.net.
Requests for access, correction or deletion of personal information will be processed according to applicable data-protection law. Certain payment or transaction records may need to be retained where required by law.
Event registration does not automatically constitute consent to unrelated marketing communications.
The organiser may need to adjust event schedules, facilitators, meeting details or practical arrangements where reasonably necessary.
Material changes will be communicated to affected participants, together with applicable options and legally required remedies.
Nothing in these Terms & Conditions excludes or restricts mandatory consumer protections, data-protection rights or other legal rights that cannot lawfully be waived.
For enquiries, registration questions, access issues or personal-data requests, please contact:
Please review the terms before registering. By completing registration and accepting the event terms during checkout, participants acknowledge these conditions, subject to their mandatory legal rights.
Registration · Payments
For events priced in Argentine pesos, payments may be made through Mercado Pago using the details provided.
For US-dollar-priced sessions, please contact us to confirm the current ARS equivalent before transferring.
After making your payment: please email your full name, selected event and date, together with your payment receipt.
Once your payment has been verified, your registration will be confirmed and the appropriate event subscription activated.
Registered participants can access their preparation and joining information through our participant welcome page.
Participant Welcome Page →Mercado Pago
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Always verify payment details before making a transfer.
I Have Paid · Send Confirmation →THE MINDFUL TOURIST® · PARTICIPANT ACCESS
Once you register for a session or training with The Mindful Tourist®, you can visit our dedicated participant welcome page to find important information before your experience.
Whether you are joining us online or in person, you will find preparation guidance, meeting or arrival instructions, participation guidelines and useful resources.
Some entry pages are accessible only to participants with an active registration or membership.