Welcome to SoMos Retreats
Our vacations were dreamed up to make your holiday feel like a real break instead of merely parenting in a different location.
We have a curated CaSa in Oaxaca with a well secured indoor pool, baby gates, pack and plays, Montessori beds, high chairs, sippy cups and everything you need for you to just show up and relax.
Our nannies provide exceptional care to your children while you take some much needed time for yourself on your vacation.
Don't worry - there will be plenty of time to make memories together - you'll enjoy Hierve el Agua, a mariachi band, a cooking class, delicious meals and so much more.
Speaking of meals.... our chef Rosa will prepare your meals from scratch using locally sourced ingredients wherever possible. She will take into account all and any allergies and dietary requirements.
We aim to give a very personal experience with a concierge like service so you know that you always have support on your vacation.
Book your flight and from the moment you arrive, we will take care of the rest.
We will arrange your airport pickup and bring you to the CaSa.
Check in time is at 3pm.
Rosa will prepare you dinner at 5:30
Late arrivals... never worry... we will have something for you to eat once you arrive.
We take sleep seriously at the CaSa. Our beds are super comfy to give you the best chance at rest. Let us know if you need extra pillows or blankets!
Settle into your room and get some good rest after your day of travel.
Our nannies arrive at 9 and start getting to know your children. They have plenty of games and activities to entertain them. If your child needs a nap - no worries.. we will take care of it!
Our chef will provide breakfast, lunch & dinner for everyone today.
At 10:30am our massage therapists will arrive to perform a traditional limpia and a Zapotec massage. They are the best in Oaxaca so get ready to truly relax into your vacation.
Enjoy some free time in the afternoon. Need suggestions?
Take a walk around San Felipe
Grab a coffee at a local coffee shop (Oaxacan coffee is amazing!)
Read a book in the hammock on our Terraza
Have a nap while the nannies entertain your child/ren.
After a light buffet style breakfast a taxi will arrive to take you to enjoy the best Street Food Tour in Oaxaca.
Wear comfy shoes as you will also be taken through some of the most beautiful street artwork in the city.
You will snack your way around Xochimilco and Jalatlaco feasting on many of Carlos favorite foods.
After this you'll have a true feel for the city and have an idea of places you might want to revisit later in the week.
While the grown ups are out trying all the Street food we bring in Abby to run a chocolate making class for the children.
They will learn all about the origins of chocolate and how it's made. This is hands on as they will use traditional methods to grind the cacao to a paste. They will then make some chocolates to enjoy.
Abby uses a nut free recipe to keep this activity friendly for all.
Enjoy a day exploring Oaxaca. Our Nannies arrive at 9am and you are welcome to head out solo or with your child/ren... you can even request a Nanny join you!
Suggestions:
Visit Monte Alban and see the ancient ruins. We love it most during the rainy season.
Take a fabric Dying Class (fun for kids) with Maria Obispo. (Shown in main pic)
Wander around the markets in Centro: Benito Juarez, 20 de Noviembre & the Artisans Market are all great for exploring.
Our Nannies stay through 10pm so take this opportunity to enjoy a meal out at one of Oaxacas incredible dining options. Check out the Guide book at the CaSa for recommendations.
We depart at 9am and head to Hierve el Agua. This drive takes just under 1.5 hours and passes us through spectacular scenery on the way.
Kids love splashing in the pools and the petrified waterfall is like nothing you've ever seen.
You make the schedule... we stay as long as you like. At the top of the falls we usually stop to enjoy a fresh coconut and delicious fruit before heading to lunch in a place of your choice (we give you some options!)
On the way back to Oaxaca - depending on timing and energy levels, we can stop at either Tule Tree or Teotitlan for a little explore.
Something fun for all the family.
Learn how to make tortillas from scratch, frijoles to Rosas special recipe and delicious classic Salsas.
We do this optional activity in house and of course you get to enjoy the fruits of your labor for lunch!
Our Nannies will be at the CaSa til 10pm so you are free to go out and enjoy an activity or meal in town while they take the very best care of your children.
We have kept the day free for your final day with us.
Suggestions for things to do:
Bring the nannies and take the kids to the childrens museum and then walk across the road for some Nieves (Oaxacan Ice Cream)
Head in to town SoLo for some souvenir shopping, stop by the Zocalo for a beverage and enjoy it while people watching.
Gallery hop: So many artists in the city... maybe you'll even take home some art.
Round off your week in style with a local Mariachi band to entertain you on our beautiful terraza.
We end the week with a barbeque (Oaxacan style) and some live music.
We especially LOVE this band because it's led by a woman (rare for Mariachi bands) and they are honestly incredible.
Thank you so much for choosing SoMos for your vacation.
We will organize your taxi to take you to the airport/bus station etc (cost excluded)
Check out time is 11am
See you again soon!