I am a Libra. Born in October, drawn to a great aesthetic, this comes off as pretty apparent at first look: I thrive socializing and I intention to search out stability in no matter I’m doing. Although I’ve been following astrology for many of my life, I’ve used it extra as a software to gauge how planetary alignment may have an effect on me. (No, Mercury retrograde isn’t as scary because it’s made out to be.) However, I’ve by no means actually let it dictate my actions—till now.
A couple of months in the past, I had the chance to pattern the AstroTwins collab with StolenTime resort in paradise—Castries, St. Lucia—formally launching in early 2025. The twins (superstar astrologers Tali and Ophira Edut) had ready detailed itineraries for every individual primarily based on their indicators, together with different little suggestions and tips to take advantage of out of our time by “encouraging friends to make use of astrology as a software for their very own self-care routines,” in accordance with the press launch.
From morning till night time, I’d be dominated by the planet of Venus (who guidelines Libra, and likewise the signal of Taurus). As in: I used to be to get on a airplane, present up someplace, and let my complete expertise be dictated by my chart. I used to be torn between relishing within the alternative to show my mind off and be a journey princess, and concern of lacking out on a cool journey that wasn’t a part of my schedule (us Libras don’t all the time need or must be focus, however we do like to be in the course of the motion).
So, I let go, and let Venus—ruler of affection and wonder—and the AstroTwins, do their factor.
A bit about StolenTime
StolenTime is a mental-wellness-first resort, nestled into the northern coast of St. Lucia, that provides all the pieces from water aerobics to massages to champagne tastings. It’s the sister resort of well-liked health getaway Body Holiday (the place, enjoyable reality, Saint Lucian runner Julien Alfred skilled for her gold medal Olympic run over the summer time).
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Upon arrival, after a scenic trip from the airport via the rainforest, my group and I had been welcomed with energizing rum punch cocktails—sans rum, and nonetheless simply nearly as good—as a information led us to the place we’d be staying. Located in direction of the again of the resort had been our rooms overlooking the gardens, which meant I awoke day by day to a symphony of birds and vibrant, lush greens (it made me want I had been a chameleon in a position to process colors in a approach that will in all probability make my mind explode).
Even with out the astrology package deal, I can actually say the resort itself can be a significant draw for me and future holidays. It was legitimately beautiful, and precisely what one would hope for with rooms beginning at $855 an evening (sure, it’s expensive, however it is all-inclusive, if that helps reduce the sting). However my expertise was made even higher by the truth that my itinerary—from daybreak to nightfall—can be handcrafted by the AstroTwins.
The truth is, upon arrival, I used to be given a paper read-out of what my subsequent 4 days would appear like, and in my room sat a whole *binder* that advised me all concerning the resort itself, gave an in depth map of the property (I stored that factor on me), and a card at hand off which might sign if I wished totally different pillows (we love decisions).
I used to be additionally geared up with an astro-themed packet detailing the actions that had been deliberate for me every day, together with the actions of my journey companions, in case I wished so as to add or swap some issues round. Additionally on this packet had been a number of tips on methods to navigate our journey primarily based on our indicators: For an Aries within the group, a push in direction of spicy and warmly seasoned meals was inspired; for me, a Libra, I used to be inspired to attempt one thing new and novel, but in addition fairly.
Resort rates:
Rooms begin at $855/night time. Beachfront suites begin at $1117/night time.
Guide immediately at StolenTime or on Expedia. *Price doesn’t embody AstroTwins package deal or offsite actions, which begin at $89 per exercise.
My StolenTime highlights
Consuming across the resort
Although our itineraries had been thorough and personalised, we had been inspired to dine wherever we favored every day, choosing from three restaurants and two open-air bars. This was actually preferrred for me as a result of I’m tremendous choosy about meals (this isn’t a Libra trait; I identical to meals loads). Our first night time included a West Indian buffet meal on the resort’s Terrace Restaurant—an open-air patio with 360 diploma views of essentially the most beautiful blue ocean.
And let me inform you, having limitless entry to aromatic, heaping piles of curried goat whereas watching the solar set over foamy crashing waves actually did one thing for me. Strolling again to my room on a moonlit path textured by the shadows of tropical flora, I used to be already falling for the romance {that a} late tropical night offers.
A number of the different evenings included a extra formal, sit-down French restaurant, which was actually a superb meal. When you’re accustomed to the historical past of French colonization (aren’t all of us?), you will know there’s a number of French affect within the Caribbean on the subject of meals. Their restaurant Thyme was no exception, with the entire place decked out like a Eighties bistro, and previous French classics like coq au vin, achieved with native spices, graced the menu.
Although the meals choices had been first rate, everybody was actually working on “island time,” and with a packed day by day schedule I hoped that there can be extra snack, or grab-and-go choices after I solely had an hour to eat between an tour and a day mixology class. (I do know, it’s so robust, this life). Have I discussed Libras aren’t very affected person?
Taking within the enjoyable qualities of the island
The subsequent morning, I used to be deeply tempted to skip a therapeutic massage in favor of happening a snorkeling tour that the Scorpios of the group had been embarking on, however tempered my want to lunge towards change and leaned into my gradual morning. I spent the morning tucked below a striped umbrella on the seaside, alternating between studying a ebook and people-watching the horseback riders charging throughout the sand.
I made my technique to the wellness cabana located in the course of the property. My zodiac had me scheduled for an aromatherapy therapeutic massage, I realized this may be a concentrate on rest and lymphatic drainage. I’d by no means had lymphatic drainage achieved earlier than, and wasn’t positive what to anticipate. By means of mild stress on key factors round my physique, coupled with wealthy plant-driven scents, I made a decision it was my new favourite factor. I felt like my physique was letting go of bodily and non secular junk. (Did I point out this was mere days post-election?) Afterward, I staggered in a daze over to a seaside chair and promptly fell asleep till lunch. I suppose I wanted that therapeutic massage in spite of everything.
Participating in mind-body actions
The following couple of days had been a blur of skin-healing sizzling springs, the group exclaiming via the remainder of the journey: “Contact my arm, it is so mushy!”, sightseeing on the Pitons (the conic mountains formed by volcanic exercise on the island), and excursions to native markets bursting with vibrant wares and snacks.
I did sneak right into a late-morning water aerobics class on my final day that wasn’t on my schedule, however, as a Cancer Moon—a water-based signal—I do love the water. After 45 minutes of completely coordinated motion, with undoubtedly no thrashing concerned, I handled myself to what was in all probability the creamiest and most refreshing piña colada recognized to man, conveniently on the swim up bar simply ft behind from the place I had been gracefully dancing moments earlier. (Nonetheless incorporating my Libra-ness right here: Stability!)
Driving off into the sundown
It was all capped off with a sundown cruise in direction of the Pitons. And what’s extra romantic than the solar setting over the water when you crush rum punches with the brand new pals you made on this journey? Nothing. I used to be so in my ingredient at this level, I didn’t even care that technically this was the designated “date night time” of the boat cruise. Surrounded by {couples} jamming to the crooning voices of Bruno Mars and different romantic songs of the like, I used to be so deeply happy to only *be* there. (As a Libra, I do love love, even when there isn’t any of it for me in my life proper now.) And I believe that was the largest takeaway the Astro Twins wished for us: Simply be right here.
A couple of notes
This in all probability goes with out saying, however nonetheless price noting: When you don’t purchase into astrology one iota, this particular journey will not be for you. (But additionally, what? Do you hate enjoyable?) Although I’ve a great base understanding of astrology—together with my Big Three, what a cazimi means, and that the planets in my Third House affect how I communicate—it nonetheless helped that alongside on my journey had been a number of folks even higher versed within the inside workings of astrological practices, and helped me parse via why among the actions had been really excellent for me.
Moreover, this journey solely focuses primarily in your solar signal (for me, Libra), with a contact of information on how your moon signal might help you lean into your journey. So, for those who’re hoping to completely perceive the inside workings of your chart, you could be higher off with a customized reading from the AstroTwins. Nevertheless, absolutely going along with your itinerary will in all probability unlock or train you one thing new about your self, with every day providing a theme that lends itself to a trademark trait of your signal.
Last ideas
Actually, I’m not normally a lot of an all-inclusive lady, however I used to be so busy with actions that it by no means felt like an all-inclusive. Solely the weather of comfort actually shone via for me: Not having to hold a pockets whereas carrying a washing swimsuit, with the ability to ebook all the pieces I wanted via the entrance desk, and getting access to swimming pools, seashores, and included transportation to and from outings multi functional place.
The resort was created within the Nineteen Sixties, and a number of the weather of it together with decor and common *vibe* do really feel that approach, although for those who lean into it, it’s fairly enjoyable and retro. However for those who’re on the lookout for an ultra-modern modern resort, StolenTime will not be the precise vibe for you. There aren’t even TVs or radios within the rooms, however who wants ‘em? Your itinerary is packed, anyway.
