If you’re looking at those week long scuba or free diving retreats you see all over Instagram, just slow down and do your homework.
A lot of them look dreamy in reels, but when you break down what’s actually included, they can be wildly overpriced for what you get. I went on one that promised way more than it delivered and it ended up feeling like I paid a premium to fund someone else’s lifestyle brand.
Not saying every retreat is a scam. Some are great. But a lot are heavily marketed, very polished, and not transparent about costs versus what you could book yourself.
Before you commit, price out the flights, accommodation, dives, and activities independently. Sometimes you can build the exact same experience for a fraction of the price.
Just don’t let aesthetic reels make the decision for you.