Packing List
This Maya Tulum packing list covers most of the essential
items you will need for the trip. As most of you know,
while we may have our own attitudes and preferences
concerning wearing a skirt or dress in our every day
lives, when working to embody the feminine divine, putting
on a skirt has an entirely different meaning. “Putting
on the skirt” supports our ceremony as we are
always encased in a sacred hoop of divine protection.
It also allows for more energy to transmit from the
Earth through our bodies. It is recommended that you
wear a skirt as much as possible when we are engaged
in collective ceremonial work throughout our time in
Maya Tulum.. The specifics are outlined below.
~White skirts and tops for our ceremonies (suggested
to bring more than one white skirt as there are no laundry
facilities on premises); we’ll also be working
with the color blue, so bringing blue clothing is also
encouraged
~Additional “goddess attire” such as beads,
jingle belts, skirts, etc., particularly silver jewelry
~Comfortable and lightweight clothes for yoga and movement
work.
~Bathing suit or clothing you can get wet in for water
ceremonies and play time
~A lightweight dress or sarong for the Temezcal ceremony.
We will discuss this ceremony when we are together in
Mexico. This is a very sacred purification ceremony.
Similar to other earth honoring traditions, the Temezcal
ceremony is not appropriate for women who are on their
moontime (menstrual cycle). The bleeding coupled with
the energetic shifts that happened for us when we are
on our moon is naturally purifying and is better supported
by being nurtured rather then challenged.
~Comfortable walking shoes and hat for our off-site
excursions.
~A bandana for the trance dance plus a long scarf or
shawl to use in dancing ceremonies
~Drums, rattles, singing bowls, bells, what ever you
have that is easy to pack. (If you don’t have
these items but are willing to assist us in bringing
some of these items to Mexico please contact Robin.)
~Please bring any medicine pieces that are important
to you. As we all know, traveling in general and to
other countries in particular has dramatically changed
since 9/11. If you do choose to bring ceremonial items
such as crystals, medicine bundles, floral water, sage
or incense it is recommended that you pack these in
your suitcases to avoid being taken during security
checks. However, it is most important that you trust
your own guidance regarding these items and weigh the
benefits and risks of enhancing ceremony versus losing
treasured pieces. We would strongly advise everyone
to leave feathers at home.
~Please bring a clear crystal for our collective altar.
~A journal and sketch pad if you wish to document your
dreams, journeys, etc.
~Please also remember to bring sunscreen as well as
any medication or natural remedies for sunburn, allergies
and intestinal discomforts. Many people find that taking
probiotics or acidophilus a week or so before and during
a trip to Mexico can help with digestive balance and
over all well being. Please discuss any of these and
other concerns with your trusted health care provider.
~ Please bring your own beach towels. Bath towels or
blankets should not be removed from your cabaña
for use on the beach. Any missing towels or blankets
will be charged to the room at a rate of $10 each. Blankets
can be purchased in the Maya Tulum boutique.
~ You might want to consider bringing wet shoes/aqua
socks to protect your feet from the ever-shifting coral
and rocks you may encounter while swimming. If you want
to snorkel, you can bring your own equipment or you
can rent it for approximately $6 - $8 per day.
~ Other things that might be useful to bring: insect
repellent, a small flashlight, a hat, snacks that are
appropriate to pack in your suitcase (granola bars,
nuts, dried fruit…).. As a general rule of thumb,
pack light- weight clothing—it remains warm through
the evening so jeans and jackets are not necessary.
We do, however, recommend bringing at least one sweater
or shawl in case it gets cooler or it rains.
Click here for copy of
the list for printing.
|
