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Visiting Wrld retreaters

LGBTQ+ fitness retreats

The gay fitness retreat that changes everything.

Structured training. Luxury villas. A crew of guys who actually get it. This is the reset you've been waiting for.

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First-time international travelers welcome. ~80% of guys come solo.

All-inclusive

Real coaching, a new country, and a group of gay men who feel like yours by day one.

Plus 5 expert-led workshops on mindset, nutrition, and building the life you want. You show up. We handle the rest.

6 days in a luxury villa
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6 days in a luxury villa

Private pool, ocean views, chef-prepared meals. Your only job is showing up.

Coaches who actually get it
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Coaches who actually get it

Real coaches who meet you where you're at, beginner to advanced. Structured, supportive, never judgmental.

All-inclusive gourmet meals
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All-inclusive gourmet meals

Every meal planned and prepared. No guessing, no tracking macros alone.

Excursions you fly home talking about
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Excursions you fly home talking about

A private yacht day with snorkeling, plus waterfall hikes and the excursions you actually flew for.

Structured training & recovery
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Structured training & recovery

Resistance training at a private gym. Real coaching, real results. All levels welcome.

A brotherhood that lasts
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A brotherhood that lasts

30 like-minded guys. 80% come alone. None leave alone, you leave with your people.

Retreater stories

Hear it straight from them.

Real guys, real retreats, real change. Tap any face to play their story.

Kyle Carrington, Visiting Wrld retreater
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Kyle Carrington

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JJ Froud, Visiting Wrld retreater
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JJ Froud

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Greg Adams, Visiting Wrld retreater
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Greg Adams

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Uli, Visiting Wrld retreater
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Uli

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Tim, Visiting Wrld retreater
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Tim

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Kyle Carrington

Unfiltered

Straight from their phones.

The texts and DMs guys sent after they got home. Unedited, just the way they landed.

Text from a retreater thanking the team for a great week
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Long heartfelt text from a retreater after the trip
Text thanking the team after the Costa Rica trip
Text rating the retreat ten out of ten
Text from a retreater about sharpened focus after the week
Instagram comments from retreaters about the group
Text from a retreater after getting to know the team
Text from a retreater who lost six pounds on the trip
Message from a retreater about how the retreat meant far more than a vacation to the group
Trustpilot

Excellent

Rated Excellent on Trustpilot by the men who have already gone. Real reviews from real retreaters.

In their words

The group chat doesn't die when everyone flies home.

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Visiting Wrld offered a safe space where LGBTQ+ individuals can experience the enjoyment and privilege of a fitness and wellness retreat. It was filled with transformative information to become a more confident and productive person.
Louis G.Β· retreat attendee
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This trip taught me so much about health science and essentials for having a healthy body. I was blown away by the coaches and staff. Being surrounded by people who supported me allowed me to be more of myself and have a blast. Worth every penny.
JoeyΒ· retreat attendee
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The coaches were amazing, very friendly and open. The private chef food was so good and the workouts were tough but fun. There was never a dull moment, the excursions were fun from beginning to end.
Dominique M.Β· retreat attendee
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When I first saw this event pop up on my Instagram, I thought this is a cool opportunity to meet people with different personalities but still having a similar goal of health and fitness. The coaches did such a good job in the gym.
Israel H.Β· retreat attendee
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One of the most memorable vacations I have ever had. The rooms were stunning and the food, wow, every meal was delicious. The excursions were the highlight. I highly recommend Visiting Wrld to anyone who wants a truly enriching experience.
Tiandre M.Β· retreat attendee
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I had no idea what to expect going into Visiting Wrld, but what I walked into was magic. It wasn't just a trip, it was a moment in my life I'll never forget.
Ryan WalkerΒ· Trustpilot
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Absolutely best vacation I ever had. Fitness, learning, villa, exploring the country, all kinds of beaches and places. Just overall I would do this again 100%.
Matej PekarΒ· Trustpilot
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DELIVERED above expectations. This was my first international trip and it could not have gone better. Every detail was handled. I felt completely safe the whole time.
Kywmain R.Β· Trustpilot
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After two or three days, these people felt like a close-knit pack I didn't expect. I learned so much about life all while seeing it. If you feel it in your gut, do it.
Robert AnayaΒ· Trustpilot

Retreater interviews

More guys who took the leap.

Past retreaters on what the trip was actually like. Tap any face to play their story.

Your team

The coaches who program for your level and know your name by day two.

Your coaching team is matched to each retreat, so the lineup varies by event. You're always in expert, fully-certified hands.

Coach Joe & Coach Jasper

Visiting Wrld founders

We're passionate about helping people transform their lives through fitness, nutrition, and mindset coaching. We've worked with hundreds of clients over the past 10 years, and there's nothing we love more than seeing people achieve their goals while having fun doing it.

This retreat is more than a getaway, it's an opportunity to focus on you. We can't wait to meet you, work with you, and make this retreat the part of your story you keep telling.

Joe Ghafari

Joe Ghafari

CEO & Co-Founder

Jasper Jorolan

Jasper Jorolan

CFO & Co-Founder

Ryan Walker

Ryan Walker

CMO

Joey Wooten

Joey Wooten

COO

James Bouary

James Bouary

Coach

Colton Johnson

Colton Johnson

Coach

Nolan Kudera

Nolan Kudera

Coach

Justin Kudera

Justin Kudera

Coach

William Atek

William Atek

Coach

Jorelle Weaver

Jorelle Weaver

Retreat Specialist

Dominic Juliano

Dominic Juliano

Creative Lead

Common questions

Everything you're wondering before you apply.

The most common things guys ask before they apply. If you still have questions, the discovery call is where we answer everything.

I have never traveled internationally. Is that okay?

Most of our retreaters are first-time international travelers. We handle the full logistics: flights guidance, passport tips, airport coordination, and a group that lands together. You won't figure it out alone.

Is it okay to come by myself?

About 80% of the guys who join arrive solo. That's the whole point. You show up alone and you leave with a crew. Most guys say that coming alone was the best decision they made.

I'm not super fit. Will I keep up?

Yes. Coaches calibrate to you, not to a group average. Beginner to advanced, so every training session is designed so every guy gets a real workout and nobody gets left behind.

What does it actually cost? Can I do a payment plan?

Packages range based on room type. A $500 deposit locks your spot and most guys do a payment plan from there. We talk through the details on the discovery call so you know exactly what fits your budget before you commit.

I can't easily take a week off work. How do people make it work?

Most guys use PTO plus a long weekend. The retreats run 6 to 9 days depending on the destination. We can help you think through timing on the call β€” plenty of guys with demanding jobs have made it work.

Is this actually an LGBTQ+ safe space?

Yes, fully and intentionally. The retreat is built for gay and queer men. Every guy in the group knows that coming in. You'll not need to filter yourself for a single second.

Visiting Wrld group

Only a few spots left. Ready?

This is the reset you've been waiting for.

Spots are limited so the group stays tight.

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