Ciao,Sawubona, Bonjour,
Hola, Merhaba,Hallo
We’re Christina and Thomas. Married for 18 years, parents, and lifelong hosts. Our home has always been the place where friends linger over laughter, late-night conversations, and second helpings. Karst Retreats grew out of that same spirit — only now it spans continents.
Joining us means more than travel. It means sunrise coffee with giraffes, firelit wine pours, and walk-and-talks through alleyways with people you’ve just met. We plan thoughtfully — but we always leave room for that one moment you’ll remember years later.
You arrive as a traveler, and leave with something precious: new friends, new clarity, and a deeper connection to yourself and the world. That’s the heartbeat behind our doors.
Expect the Unexpected
Guests often tell us they leave speechless — because what they came for (adventure, rest, culture) turned into so much more: bravery, lightness, community, and the courage to take that next step forward.
That’s our spark.
We don’t create vacations. We craft spaces for belly laughs, tears of joy, unexpected friendships, and shifts in perspective.
Come open to connection. Come open to change. And maybe — walk away without words.
“I left lighter, braver, and part of a community — this place changed me.”
Sadie SA 2024