Multiple confidence filled professional photo sessions in breathtaking locations
Snorkeling, jungle adventures, and Mayan ruin explorations
Quiet mornings and vibrant evenings on the water
Daily meals provided (so you don't have to think about anything)
Roundtrip flights included - just show up and we'll handle the rest
The kind of sisterhood that feels like soul medicine
Spacious time to journal, rest, and feel like you again

You'll be staying at the gorgeous Thatch Cay, a private island resort off the coast of Belize.
Your home for the week? A dreamy overwater bungalow perched above turquoise waters, with stunning views, total privacy, and the gentle sounds of hte ocean to lull you to sleep each night.

Whether you're lunging in a hammock, journaling on your deck, or watching the sunrise over the sea, this space is made for your reconnection.

5 days / 4 nights at Thatch Caye Resort in your overwater bungalow
All meals included daily
Roundtrip flights from a major US city & transportation to/from the resort
Snorkeling + Mayan Ruins Excursions + Jungle Hike
Multiple professional photoshoots with Amber
Online gallery with all edited digital images 
Payment plans available. Limited spots.

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No one wants to look like a wet dog in their photos so if it looks like it's going to rain, snow, hail or some other weather catastrophe, we'll be in touch via email or phone to reschedule.

Often, when we're scheduling our initial portrait session date, if it works for our calendars, we'll actually set up both a main date and a rain date just to make sure we don't have to postpone your session for very long if the weather is bad on the original date. 

WHAT IF IT RAINS?

Within a few weeks of your session, you'll receive a link to a digital gallery that will allow you to download high resolution images. 

The gallery is also set up to make ordering prints, canvases and other keepsakes as easy as turning on a Roomba to clean your floors. No worrying about tricky things like color correction, DPI and image format. 

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It wasn't just about the photos...I left with a vision of myself I hadn't seen in years."

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- Kimberly, 2022 & 2024 retreat attendee

For anyone thinking of going on these retreats, do it. Don't hesitate. It's a beautiful location but also a beautiful soul changing moment. Fall in love with yourself again. And if you're in love with yourself, treat yourself and youll still take something away from this retreat.

You deserve this Queens!

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You're craving a reset and a reminder of your beauty, worth, and strength.
You want to feel empowered in your body and capture that transformation through powerful, professional images.
You've been giving so much to others and you're finally ready to give something unforgettable to you.
You want more than a vacation - you want an adventure, a turning point.

This retreat is for you if...

your island itinerary

Day One - Arrival & Exhale

Day Two - Restoration, Adventure, & Golden Light

Day Three - Culture, History, & Sacred Waters

Day Four - Softness & Sisterhood

Day Five - Farewell, For Now

Arrive in Belize and be transported to Thatch Caye, your private island paradise. Settle into your overwater bungalow and breathe in the calm.
Gather for our first group dinner, followed by a stargazing cruise under the Belizean sky. We'll toast to new beginnings and set the tone for the days again.

VIP will head out for their Zipline + River Tubing Adventure through lush rainforest canopies. And will later return to the island for their private oceanfront massage.
Non VIPs can enjoy a relaxing morning as we head into individual photo sessions later in the afternoon.
We'll all come together for a group dinner and laid back connection time as the sun sets over the sea.

A full day excursion to the Mayan Ruins & Insland Blue Hole Swim. Explore sacred spaces, swin in cool cenotes, and feel the energy of the land.
In the evening, VIPs will enjoy a private candlelit dinner, followed by an immersive Garifuna drumming and dancing experience -a true cultural gift.
Non VIPs will savor a group dinner and time to rest or reflect.

VIPs will enjoy a morning snorkeling excursion in the turquoise reef waters
In the afternoon we'll all come together for a group reflection circle, remaining individual photo sessions, and VIP golden hour photo sessions.
A final group dinner will await us that is relaxed and joy filled. Share laughter, stories, and one last tropical cocktail as the sun dips below the horizon.

Savor one last island breakfast together followed by hugs, heartfelt good byes, and that "I can't believe we just did that" kind of feeling.
Depart Thatch Caye with new friendships, unforgettable photos, and a rekindled connection to yourself.

You'll be staying at the breathtaking Thatch Caye Resort, a private island paradise off the coast of Belize. With just a handful of guests on the island at a time, this place is peaceful, inntimate, and completely yours for the week.
Each guest will stay in their own overwater bungalow, perched above the Caribbean Sea. From your private deck, you can watch the sunrise, sip your coffee over turquiose waters, or just be in the stillness of it all.

These dreamy bungalows offer:
- King bed with ocean views
- Private outdoor space + hammock
- Full bathroom with walk in shower
- Celing fans + air conditioning
- Steps away from everything on the island

It's the kind of place that makes you exhale the second you arrive. And trust me - you'll never forget waking up here.

Transportation to and from the airport
4 nights in an overwater bungalow at the brethtaking Thatch Cay Resort
All meals, snacks, and drinks during your stay
Guided  group excursions including a Stargazer Cruise, a visit to the Mayan ruins, and a refreshing jungle cenote swim
A private 1:1 photo session with Amer + a gallery of beautifully edited digital images to relive your experience
Full access to our private island paradise, with plenty of space teo rest, reflect, and reconnect
Soulful sisterhood and unforgettable moments with like hearted women

Only 7 spots available - this retreat is intentionally intimate and fills quickly. Reserve yours for just $500 and then set up a 3, 6, or 9 month payment plan.
PS. Want to make your experience even more magical?
Check out the optional VIP upgrade below if you're craving even deeper connection, golden hour photo magic, exclusive adventures, and travel perks. Details below!

Reserve your space today for just $500 down.
Then set up your 3, 6, or 9 month payment plan.
Because you don't need to wait to feel like yourself again.

Your Private Island Home

Your Investment in the Woman You're Becoming

The VIP Upgrade - $3000

Your VIP Experience Includes:

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Early Bird Price:
 $6500
Early bird pricing ends August 31, 2025 or when the first 4 spots are filled - whichever comes first.

Full Price:
$7250
Begins after early bird or once 4 spots are filled.

For the woman ready to receive more

This retreat alone is life changing - but if you're craving extra luxury, deeper experiences, and more space to be seen, the VIP upgrade is where it's at.

- Roundtrip airafe from any major US city
- A golden hour photo shoot with Amber - a soft, stunning, 30 minute session to capture this powerful version of you in the dreamy Belize light
- A custom photo album from your VIP shoot, delivered after the retreat
- A relaxing 60 minute massage steps from the ocean
- An adrenaline packed morning of ziplining and river tubing through the jungle
- A private candlelit dinner under the stars
- A soulful Garifuna drumming and dancing experience - feel the rhythm of the island in your body and bones
- A special welcome gift, thoughtfully chosen just for you

This upgrade is designed to give you more connection, more celebration, and more "holy shit I'm really doing this" moments.

Thank you so much for reaching out - I'm so honored you're considering this experience!

I'll be in touch within 24 hours with more details and a few quick questions to help us explore if this retreat is the perfect fit for you.
In the meantime, take a deep breath and celebrate this moment. You just took a beautiful first step toward something for you - and that's powerful.

While you wait, come hang out with me on Instagram! You'll find dbehind the scenes, past retreat moments, and dailiy reminders that you are already enough. 

Whether you're ready to book your spot or you're just feeling the pull toward this Belize retreat, I'm here to help you take the next step.
This isn't just a trip - it's as chance to be seen, celebrated, and captured in a way you'll never forget. Every woman deserves that. And I'd be honored to help create that experience for you.

Once you submit the form, I'll be in touch within 24 hours to answer your questions, talk through details, and make sure this retreat truly feels aligned for you.

You don't have to be 100% sure.
You just have to be open to the possibility that this is meant for you.

Let's see if this island, this experience, and this season of your life is the one where you finally say yes - to you.

Let's Chat About Belize!

Meet Amelia

Washington State Boudoir Photographer


Hey girl, I know how it goes. I'm a mom, a wife, a business owner...sometimes we get lost in all the different hats we wear. And there's nothing wrong with all the things we do, but sometimes we lose sight of who we are as women. Over the years I've realized that when I choose to put myself first and do something incredible for me, I take care of everyone else so much better. I've been photographing women at Photography by Amber Carl since 2020 and seeing all of these people walk through my studio doors unsure and not feeling their best to seeing them leave transformed from the inside out. That's what I am all about! I love helping women step into their power through a beautiful boudoir session.  And right now may be the time for you to do just that!

And I can't wait to get to know you!

I’m Amber