Wholistic Women is beyond excited that Joanne, who has the most experience traveling to and around Ireland, will be part of our first international retreat. Since falling in love HARD with the country in 1990, Joanne has revisited solo, with family, children, and friends as well as drenching herself in Irish and Celtic culture wherever she can find it!  She has visited and explored most of the country and has extensive knowledge of places and sights included in the retreat as well as areas you may be interested in seeing as add-ons to your time in Ireland.

Joanne is a warm and friendly people-person who loves nurturing connections and serving others in their quests and is excited to serve the retreat members as travel consultant and metaphorical bridge between Kelye/America and Nikki/Ireland.  Joanne will reveal the heart and soul of her beloved country to you, for despite no Irish blood or ancestry, her soul is truly Celtic and her power lies in Enchanting Ireland…we imagine your heart will be stirred in the same way as it was for Kelye, who joined Joanne in Ireland in 2024 with Nikki and the 2026 Ireland retreat planning began.

With Joanne’s BA degree from American University, creative work, drama theater participation and background serving the film industry, our Ireland Enchantment 2026 retreat will be filled with knowledge and storytelling from the best – Sláinte!