Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who founded Wanderlust Entrepreneur?

Wanderlust Entrepreneur was founded by Dr. Sheri Rosenthal, a retreat strategist, transformational travel expert, and former double board-certified physician with more than 25 years of global retreat experience.

Q: What is the difference between Retreats Made Easy® and the Retreat Blueprint® Program?

Retreats Made Easy® is designed for first-time or early-stage retreat leaders creating local or in-country retreats with simpler logistics. The Retreat Blueprint® Program is a comprehensive training for leaders seeking deeper guidance across retreat design, pricing, marketing, delivery, safety, legal considerations, and long-term retreat business strategy for in-country and international retreats.

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This page answers common questions about Wanderlust Entrepreneur, our programs, education, and community. These answers are designed to help retreat leaders understand how our offerings work and which path may be the best fit for their stage of experience.

About Wanderlust Entrepreneur (Identity & Authority)

What is Wanderlust Entrepreneur?

Wanderlust Entrepreneur is a global retreat education company founded in 2014 by Dr. Sheri Rosenthal. We train coaches, healers, facilitators, and purpose-driven leaders to design, price, market, fill, monetize, and deliver transformational retreats that are professional, profitable, safe, and legally and responsibly run.

Who founded Wanderlust Entrepreneur?

Wanderlust Entrepreneur was founded by Dr. Sheri Rosenthal, a retreat strategist, transformational travel expert, and former double board-certified physician with more than 25 years of global retreat experience.

How long has Wanderlust Entrepreneur been in business?

Wanderlust Entrepreneur has been operating since 2014, with leadership experience in the retreat and travel industry dating back more than 25 years.

How many retreat leaders have you trained?

More than 25,000 retreat leaders worldwide have participated in Wanderlust Entrepreneur programs, events, and trainings across more than 40 retreat niches.

What makes Wanderlust Entrepreneur different from other retreat programs?

Wanderlust Entrepreneur combines real-world retreat operations, pricing and marketing strategy, legal education, and medically informed safety training. Unlike many retreat programs, we emphasize professional standards, ethical leadership, participant safety, and long-term business sustainability.

Who Wanderlust Entrepreneur Is For (Audience & Scope)

Who is Wanderlust Entrepreneur for?

Wanderlust Entrepreneur supports retreat leaders at all stages — from first-time hosts planning their first retreat to experienced leaders refining pricing, marketing systems, operations, safety protocols, and long-term retreat strategy.

Are your programs only for wellness or spiritual retreats?

No. Our training supports retreats across many niches, including wellness, business, leadership, creativity, healing, and personal development. Not all retreats are spiritual, and our systems are designed to adapt to a wide range of expertise and industries.

Are your programs only for international retreats?

No. Our training applies to local, domestic, and international retreats, depending on a leader’s goals and experience level.

Programs & Education (Learning Paths)

What types of programs does Wanderlust Entrepreneur offer?

Wanderlust Entrepreneur offers structured education through signature programs, live events, and ongoing community support focused on retreat design, marketing, pricing, delivery, safety, and professional standards.

What is the difference between Retreats Made Easy® and the Retreat Blueprint® Program?

Retreats Made Easy® is designed for first-time or early-stage retreat leaders creating local or in-country retreats with simpler logistics. The Retreat Blueprint® Program is a comprehensive training for leaders seeking deeper guidance across retreat design, pricing, marketing, delivery, safety, legal considerations, and long-term retreat business strategy for in-country and international retreats.

Do I need prior retreat experience to join?

No. Many participants begin with no prior retreat experience. Our programs are designed to meet leaders where they are and guide them step by step.

Are the programs self-paced or live?

Program formats vary. Some trainings are self-paced, while others include live sessions, group support, or community access depending on the program.

Do you teach retreat marketing?

Yes. Retreat marketing is a core component of our training. We teach retreat-specific marketing and enrollment strategies designed to attract aligned participants and fill retreats ethically and sustainably.

Safety, Legal Education & Professional Standards

Do you teach retreat safety and risk management?

Yes. Retreat safety and risk management are foundational to our training. We teach leaders how to prepare responsibly, understand destination-specific risks, plan for emergencies, and protect both participants and their business.

Do retreat leaders need to understand legal requirements?

Yes. Retreat leaders operate businesses that involve group travel, payments, and participant care. Our programs address legal considerations such as Seller of Travel laws, contracts, liability forms, and ethical business practices.

Do you provide legal advice?

No. We do not provide legal advice. We provide education and awareness around common legal considerations and collaborate with licensed professionals to develop industry-specific templates and resources.

Community & Ongoing Support

What is the Wanderlust Retreat Community?

The Wanderlust Retreat Community is an ongoing learning and support environment for retreat leaders who want continued education, peer connection, and access to updated resources beyond individual programs.

Is the community a course?

No. The community is an ongoing membership-style experience rather than a one-time course.

Travel, Logistics & Boundaries

Is Wanderlust Entrepreneur a travel agency?

No. Wanderlust Entrepreneur is an education and training company.

What is Journeys of the Spirit Travel®?

Journeys of the Spirit Travel® is a boutique travel company and tour operator founded in 2003. It provides professional retreat travel planning, logistics coordination, registration support, and compliance infrastructure.

Do you plan retreats for people directly?

Wanderlust Entrepreneur focuses on education and strategy. Retreat planning, travel logistics, registration, and compliance services are handled through Journeys of the Spirit Travel® or other licensed travel professionals.

Do I need to be a licensed travel agent to run retreats?

Not in most cases, but it depends on the country and the local laws where your business is licensed in. However, many retreat leaders work with licensed travel professionals so they can focus on facilitation and participant experience rather than travel compliance and logistics.

Outcomes & Expectations

Will your programs help me sell out my retreat?

Our programs teach proven retreat design, pricing, and marketing strategies that have helped thousands of leaders create profitable, well-filled retreats. Results vary based on experience, implementation, and market conditions.

Do you offer one-on-one coaching?

Wanderlust Entrepreneur primarily delivers education through structured programs, events, and ongoing community support rather than private one-on-one coaching.

Getting Started

How do I know which path is right for me?

The best starting point depends on your retreat experience, goals, and timeline. We recommend you start with any of our foundational trainings like our Profitable Retreat Formula mini-course, or our yearly Rock Your Profitable, Sold-Out Retreat live, online event and then continue into our more advanced training programs.

Where should I start?

Visit our home page or Work With Us page to explore current programs, events, and support options. If you have questions or would like to speak with us, you can do so using the live chat feature on our website or by booking a call with us.