The
Legacy Passage
A private journey through Scotland
for accomplished women shaping their next chapter.
LOCH LOMOND · THE HIGHLANDS · EDINBURGH
SEPTEMBER 17-23, 2027
There comes a moment in every accomplished woman’s life when her focus naturally changes. The question that carried her through many successful decades — “How much more can I accomplish?” — gently gives way to a more sophisticated inquiry:
“What deeper meaning do I feel called to contribute with everything I have already become?”
The Legacy Passage is an intimate journey through Scotland for women standing at this threshold. A week where expansive landscape, award-winning hospitality, and unhurried pace make the experience less about a short-lived escape and more about a fundamental shift in perspective you can carry home with you.
This retreat is curated for the woman who has spent decades being responsible for things. Careers. Companies. Families. Other people's expectations, other people's needs. You have done it remarkably well. And now something in you is asking for more. Not more to manage, but more to discover.
The Legacy Passage is an intentionally spacious experience that gives you ample time to breathe, think, explore, connect, and enjoy protected quiet time entirely on your own.
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CHAPTER I
LOCH LOMOND · 3 NIGHTS
"Who am I when I am not defined by what I do?"
Slow down. Release the pace of ordinary life. Begin noticing again. Nestled in the historic Cameron House, a restored 17th-century baronial estate on the shores of Loch Lomond, the work is not yet forward-facing — it is inward and upward. This chapter is brought to life by a 4×4 expedition through the ancient Highland landscape, a Scottish woodsman encounter, private sound bath, thermal spas, decadent massage, and proper afternoon tea in the Grand Hall overlooking the loch.
Most of us think of legacy as what remains when we're gone. What we'd like to suggest — what Scotland has a way of making visible — is that legacy is also
how you choose to live while you're here.
More deliberately. More essentially. More on your own terms.
This week does not tell you what your next chapter should be. It gives you enough space, beauty, and freedom from ordinary responsibility that you can hear yourself again.
And from that place, the answer tends to arrive on its own.
The Legacy Passage unfolds across three chapters; each with its own emotional terrain, its own question, and its own quality of attention.
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CHAPTER II
THE DISTILLATION · 1 DAY IN MOTION
"What will I carry forward and what will I leave behind?”
In Scottish distilling, raw grain becomes something of extraordinary depth through the application of two elements: heat and time. In the middle of the retreat, as we move from Loch Lomond to Edinburgh, you’ll spend the afternoon at Glengoyne Distillery, where a master distiller will share meaningful lessons in patience, transformation, and the magic that can only happen when you do not rush. What was excavated at Loch Lomond distills, making way for a new truth to become clear.
CHAPTER III
EDINBURGH · 3 NIGHTS
"What do I want this next chapter of my life to stand for?"
Arrive in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Edinburgh, where the threads of the week begin weaving together. Here, you’ll synthesize what has been revealed and find language for the chapter ahead. Stay at Virgin Hotels in the heart of the iconic Victoria Street, and enjoy the perfect blend of luxurious free time with structured activity - including a Scottish handbag-making workshop, Perthshire nature immersion, and a farm-to-table feast at Ballintaggart Farm, stewarded by the same family for generations.
The Letter You May Not Open for Years
On your final afternoon in Scotland, you'll be guided through a meaningful ritual that is the culmination of everything we’ve been building toward throughout the week. Through provocative prompts, you’ll craft a handwritten letter of legacy and love to the woman you are becoming.
This is not a mission statement, a checklist, or a promise to do more.
It is a heartfelt record of what became unmistakably clear during your time in Scotland. It’s a stake in the ground for exactly how you desire to show up in the next chapter of your life.
Your letter is placed inside a beautifully crafted folio, sealed, and carried home for you to open months or years later - just when the time is right.
— · T H E L E G A C Y L E T T E R
We believe that who joins you on this journey matters every bit as much as where you go. Perhaps even more.
And the bonds formed here last long after Scotland does.
12 women will arrive at The Legacy Passage from different industries, different cities, different versions of a remarkable life. On the surface their stories look different. Underneath, they have all walked the same path: years of outward contribution, of building something that mattered, and now a readiness to go deeper than any of it has taken them before.
They come with the same questions you have. The same appetite for conversation that moves past the surface into something true. The same curiosity, playfulness, and open-heartedness. Women who can move from profound to hilarious in the same breath, who are down for the big questions, the beautiful dinner, the stillness of the morning, and the night no one wants to end.
— · T H E I N T E N T I O N A L C I R C L E
What’s Included
We have thought of every detail so that the only thing you need to think about is simply arriving in Scotland.
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3 nights at Cameron House, a 5-star 17th-century baronial estate on the shores of Loch Lomond. Voted 5th Best Resort in Europe by Condé Nast Traveler 2025.
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3 nights of 5-star contemporary luxury at Virgin Hotels in Edinburgh's city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in the heart of the iconic Victoria Street.
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Almost every* group breakfast, lunch, and dinner - from the Welcome Ceremony Dinner to the Chef’s Table Celebration Meal - is included in your retreat package.
On your second night in Loch Lamond, you’ll indulge in a Michelin dining experience at LOMA by Graeme Cheevers. With curated wine pairings and limited seats, it’s an intimate and memorable journey for discerning food lovers.
*One (1) lunch and one (1) dinner in Edinburgh have been reserved as meals on your own, so that you may enjoy your time freely and explore the city at your own pace. -
Seven days of thoughtfully guided conversation and interactive experiences, from the opening circle, life chapter map, and architecture of wisdom workshop… to the legacy letter, closing ceremony, and all self-discovery exercises in between.
Your retreat hosts Wendy Porter and Monica Graves Garcia have a combined 42+ years of experience in luxury hospitality, wellness coaching, and transformational events. You will be in expert hands. -
Full-day private 4×4 expedition, Scottish woodsman encounter, and the hilltop canvas pavilion wellness session with open-air refreshments.
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Sound bath experience with a master facilitator, 60-minute spa treatment of your choice, and full access to the spa facilities and thermal pool.
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Experience the fine art of British tea time in the Grand Hall at Cameron House overlooking Loch Lomond in full, unhurried ceremony. Prepared fresh daily by hand, our delicate finger sandwiches, warm scones, home-made preserves, and decadent pastries feature delicious local ingredients.
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Private distillery tour with a tasting of the 12-year and 15-year expressions, and guided reflection exercise.
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Coach journey into the Perthshire countryside to Ballintaggart Estate, a working farm held by the same family for generations. The land itself is a living inheritance. After a reflective nature immersion, enjoy a Ballintaggart farm-to-table feast with seasonal food sourced from the estate.
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A private handbag-making craft session with a Scottish artisan in Edinburgh.
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A beautifully crafted writing folio — yours to carry home and open when the time is right.
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Private transfers throughout — airport arrival, all experiences, and the Loch Lomond-to-Edinburgh passage. You make no logistical decisions once you arrive.
What’s Not Included: International flights to Glasgow and from Edinburgh, required travel insurance, and visa entry fees to Scotland. All beverages are ordered on consumption. Everything else is ours to handle.
Wendy Porter
Wendy Porter is an award-winning event strategist with more than 24 years of experience creating experiences that move people — and organizations — forward. A lifelong traveler with deep ties to Europe, she has designed and led more than 1,300 events around the world, including during her 13 years as Head of Events at UnitedHealthcare. She founded Wendy Porter Events in 2015 and is known for strategic thinking, impeccable execution and thoughtful hospitality. For The Legacy Passage, Wendy is the architect behind the journey — shaping every detail to help you move beyond the life you have built and intentionally explore what you want to build next.
— · M E E T Y O U R G U I D E S
Monica Graves Garcia
Monica Graves Garcia is an international retreat leader, speaker and advisor with nearly 20 years of experience helping women reconnect with themselves and create the conditions for clarity and meaningful change. She is a certified Vedic Master Educator in meditation, yoga philosophy and Ayurveda, and spent over six years as a lead teacher and program manager at the Chopra Center before founding Soulbare Wellness in 2015. Monica is your experiential guide throughout The Legacy Passage — facilitating the rituals, soulful conversations, and moments of quiet reflection that invite you into deeper relationship with your own wisdom, desires, and sense of possibility.
Seven days. Six night. Cameron House on Loch Lomond, the Scottish Highlands, and Edinburgh. Every curated experience, every included meal, the Legacy Letter folio, a Scottish-made parting gift, and the company of twelve remarkable women.
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$11,750
P R I V A T E ACCOMODATIONS
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FAQs
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The Legacy Passage begins on Friday, September 17, 2027, with our opening dinner at Cameron House at 6:00 PM. Hotel check-in begins at 4:00 PM, so we recommend planning your arrival with enough time to check in, settle into your room, and join us for dinner feeling relaxed and refreshed.
Our final gathering will be a leisurely breakfast together at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh on Thursday, September 23, 2027. Hotel check-out is by 12:00 PM, giving you plenty of time to enjoy our final morning together before beginning your journey home or continuing your adventures in Scotland.
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Our journey begins at Cameron House on Loch Lomond and concludes in Edinburgh, so we recommend flying into Glasgow Airport (GLA) and departing from Edinburgh Airport (EDI).
On arrival: Cameron House is approximately 25 minutes by car from Glasgow Airport. For your arrival on Friday, September 17, please choose a flight that allows ample time to make the journey to Cameron House, check in beginning at 4:00 PM, and settle in before our opening dinner at 6:00 PM.
On departure: We recommend allowing approximately 30–40 minutes by car to Edinburgh Airport, depending on traffic, and choosing a flight that gives you plenty of time to enjoy our final leisurely breakfast together before departing.
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Yes. Private ground transportation between the airport and our retreat hotels is included. Rather than requiring everyone to arrive at the same time or wait for a group shuttle, you'll be able to arrange your transportation according to your own travel schedule.
And if you'd like to spend a little more time in Scotland, we've planned for that too. Your transportation benefit will be available for up to seven days before and after The Legacy Passage, giving you the freedom to arrive early or extend your stay without losing this amenity.
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Yes. Travel insurance is required for all guests participating in The Legacy Passage. When you book, you'll have the option to select coverage through our travel insurance partner or use a provider of your choice.
Whichever option you choose, we strongly encourage coverage that protects your investment in the event of unexpected circumstances before or during your journey. Specific insurance requirements and instructions will be provided during registration.
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Entry requirements for the United Kingdom depend on your nationality and individual circumstances. Currently, U.S. citizens traveling to the UK for tourism generally need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) rather than a traditional visa.
Because requirements can change before September 2027, we recommend checking the official UK government guidance as you prepare for your trip:
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September in Scotland is beautifully unpredictable, which is part of its charm. Expect cool, crisp days, chilly evenings, and a very real possibility of sunshine, clouds and rain all in the same afternoon.
Around Glasgow and Loch Lomond, typical September daytime highs are around 61–62°F (16–17°C), with nighttime temperatures around 48–49°F (9°C). Edinburgh is similar, with average highs around 61°F (17°C) and lows around 49°F (10°C). Rain is common, particularly in western Scotland.
In other words: layers are your friend. We'll send a detailed packing guide before departure so you're prepared for everything Scotland has in store.
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We'll collect information about dietary requirements, allergies and food preferences during registration and work closely with our hospitality partners throughout Scotland to accommodate them wherever possible.
If you have a particularly significant allergy or medical dietary requirement, you'll also have an opportunity to share additional details with us directly before the journey.
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Our general philosophy? Be comfortable. Be yourself.
This isn't a retreat where you'll need a different prescribed outfit for every experience. Bring clothes that feel like you, along with comfortable layers, weather-ready outerwear and shoes you genuinely enjoy walking in. We'll provide a detailed packing guide closer to departure based on our final itinerary and expected conditions.
There will be one special evening at LOMA, a Michelin-starred dining experience, which requests the following dress code:
To create a relaxed yet elegant dining experience, we kindly invite our guests to follow a smart casual dress code (no sportswear, flip-flops, and casual shorts).
Think of it as an invitation to dress up and have a little fun, not a reason to stress about what to wear!
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We've curated every experience with intention, and we have a feeling you won't want to miss much. But this week is also about having the freedom to listen to yourself.
Want to skip something, sleep in, linger over tea, take a bath, wander, read, or simply have a little time alone? You do you. All we ask is that you give us a head’s up so we know everyone is safe and accounted for.
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We'd love to hear from you. If there's something you're wondering about that we haven't answered here, reach out to either of us:
Wendy Porter
wendy@wendyporterevents.comMonica Graves Garcia
monica@soulbare.comWe're happy to help with questions about the experience, travel logistics, registration, or anything else that will help you feel confident and excited about joining us.
The Legacy Passage
Scotland · September 2027
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Twelve Women · By Invitation Only
Produced by Wendy Porter Events & Soulbare Wellness