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Meditation Retreats October 2026

Meditation is a great change from a regular vacation.
Here are great offers that take place October 2026.

211 curated retreats 4.9 (319 reviews) from €90
  • Live in harmony with your soul - 10 days of intensive individual coaching & nature
  • Live in harmony with your soul - 10 days of intensive individual coaching & nature
  • Live in harmony with your soul - 10 days of intensive individual coaching & nature
  • Live in harmony with your soul - 10 days of intensive individual coaching & nature
  • Live in harmony with your soul - 10 days of intensive individual coaching & nature
  • Live in harmony with your soul - 10 days of intensive individual coaching & nature
  • Live in harmony with your soul - 10 days of intensive individual coaching & nature
  • Live in harmony with your soul - 10 days of intensive individual coaching & nature
  • Live in harmony with your soul - 10 days of intensive individual coaching & nature
  • Live in harmony with your soul - 10 days of intensive individual coaching & nature
15 People interested

Live in harmony with your soul - 10 days of intensive individual coaching & nature

Krakow am See, Germany

$2,503 / 10 Days

  • Dark retreat - Immerse yourself in silence
  • Dark retreat - Immerse yourself in silence
  • Dark retreat - Immerse yourself in silence
  • Dark retreat - Immerse yourself in silence
  • Dark retreat - Immerse yourself in silence
  • Dark retreat - Immerse yourself in silence
  • Dark retreat - Immerse yourself in silence
16 People interested

Dark retreat - Immerse yourself in silence

Leverkusen, Germany

$432 / 3 Days

5.0
  • Resilience Training: "Path of Transformation" at the Bavarian Forest National Park
  • Resilience Training: "Path of Transformation" at the Bavarian Forest National Park
  • Resilience Training: "Path of Transformation" at the Bavarian Forest National Park
  • Resilience Training: "Path of Transformation" at the Bavarian Forest National Park
  • Resilience Training: "Path of Transformation" at the Bavarian Forest National Park
  • Resilience Training: "Path of Transformation" at the Bavarian Forest National Park
  • Resilience Training: "Path of Transformation" at the Bavarian Forest National Park
  • Resilience Training: "Path of Transformation" at the Bavarian Forest National Park
  • Resilience Training: "Path of Transformation" at the Bavarian Forest National Park
  • Resilience Training: "Path of Transformation" at the Bavarian Forest National Park
11 People interested

Resilience Training: "Path of Transformation" at the Bavarian Forest National Park

St. Oswald, Germany

$625 / 4 Days

  • FOR SISTERS ONLY - SHORT WEEKEND RETREAT | A Break by the Sea at Ashram Mallorca
  • FOR SISTERS ONLY - SHORT WEEKEND RETREAT | A Break by the Sea at Ashram Mallorca
  • FOR SISTERS ONLY - SHORT WEEKEND RETREAT | A Break by the Sea at Ashram Mallorca
  • FOR SISTERS ONLY - SHORT WEEKEND RETREAT | A Break by the Sea at Ashram Mallorca
  • FOR SISTERS ONLY - SHORT WEEKEND RETREAT | A Break by the Sea at Ashram Mallorca
  • FOR SISTERS ONLY - SHORT WEEKEND RETREAT | A Break by the Sea at Ashram Mallorca
  • FOR SISTERS ONLY - SHORT WEEKEND RETREAT | A Break by the Sea at Ashram Mallorca
  • FOR SISTERS ONLY - SHORT WEEKEND RETREAT | A Break by the Sea at Ashram Mallorca
  • FOR SISTERS ONLY - SHORT WEEKEND RETREAT | A Break by the Sea at Ashram Mallorca
  • FOR SISTERS ONLY - SHORT WEEKEND RETREAT | A Break by the Sea at Ashram Mallorca
12 People interested

FOR SISTERS ONLY - SHORT WEEKEND RETREAT | A Break by the Sea at Ashram Mallorca

Son Servera,, Spain

$1,365 / 3 Days

  • Body wisdom - the female way | Women's circle on Corfu from 17 - 24.10.2026
  • Body wisdom - the female way | Women's circle on Corfu from 17 - 24.10.2026
  • Body wisdom - the female way | Women's circle on Corfu from 17 - 24.10.2026
  • Body wisdom - the female way | Women's circle on Corfu from 17 - 24.10.2026
  • Body wisdom - the female way | Women's circle on Corfu from 17 - 24.10.2026
  • Body wisdom - the female way | Women's circle on Corfu from 17 - 24.10.2026
  • Body wisdom - the female way | Women's circle on Corfu from 17 - 24.10.2026
  • Body wisdom - the female way | Women's circle on Corfu from 17 - 24.10.2026
  • Body wisdom - the female way | Women's circle on Corfu from 17 - 24.10.2026
  • Body wisdom - the female way | Women's circle on Corfu from 17 - 24.10.2026
5 People interested

Body wisdom - the female way | Women's circle on Corfu from 17 - 24.10.2026

Agios Stefanos Avliotes, Greece

$703 / 8 Days

  •  Yoga & Reset Retreat on Bali's Pristine North Coast
  •  Yoga & Reset Retreat on Bali's Pristine North Coast
  •  Yoga & Reset Retreat on Bali's Pristine North Coast
  •  Yoga & Reset Retreat on Bali's Pristine North Coast
  •  Yoga & Reset Retreat on Bali's Pristine North Coast
  •  Yoga & Reset Retreat on Bali's Pristine North Coast
  •  Yoga & Reset Retreat on Bali's Pristine North Coast
  •  Yoga & Reset Retreat on Bali's Pristine North Coast
  •  Yoga & Reset Retreat on Bali's Pristine North Coast
  •  Yoga & Reset Retreat on Bali's Pristine North Coast
9 People interested

Yoga & Reset Retreat on Bali's Pristine North Coast

Bondalem, Indonesia

$1,058 / 8 Days

  • Meditation Weekend I near Cologne I Yoga, active and silent meditation, mantra chanting, heart dance
  • Meditation Weekend I near Cologne I Yoga, active and silent meditation, mantra chanting, heart dance
  • Meditation Weekend I near Cologne I Yoga, active and silent meditation, mantra chanting, heart dance
  • Meditation Weekend I near Cologne I Yoga, active and silent meditation, mantra chanting, heart dance
  • Meditation Weekend I near Cologne I Yoga, active and silent meditation, mantra chanting, heart dance
  • Meditation Weekend I near Cologne I Yoga, active and silent meditation, mantra chanting, heart dance
  • Meditation Weekend I near Cologne I Yoga, active and silent meditation, mantra chanting, heart dance
  • Meditation Weekend I near Cologne I Yoga, active and silent meditation, mantra chanting, heart dance
  • Meditation Weekend I near Cologne I Yoga, active and silent meditation, mantra chanting, heart dance
  • Meditation Weekend I near Cologne I Yoga, active and silent meditation, mantra chanting, heart dance
16 People interested

Meditation Weekend I near Cologne I Yoga, active and silent meditation, mantra chanting, heart dance

Leverkusen, Germany

$318 / 3 Days

  • Yoga retreat for pregnant women
  • Yoga retreat for pregnant women
  • Yoga retreat for pregnant women
  • Yoga retreat for pregnant women
  • Yoga retreat for pregnant women
  • Yoga retreat for pregnant women
  • Yoga retreat for pregnant women
  • Yoga retreat for pregnant women
  • Yoga retreat for pregnant women
  • Yoga retreat for pregnant women
13 People interested

Yoga retreat for pregnant women

Obertrum am See, Austria

$398 / 3 Days

  • Inner Peace Through Qi Gong & Meditation
  • Inner Peace Through Qi Gong & Meditation
  • Inner Peace Through Qi Gong & Meditation
  • Inner Peace Through Qi Gong & Meditation
  • Inner Peace Through Qi Gong & Meditation
4 People interested

Inner Peace Through Qi Gong & Meditation

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$756 / 5 Days

  • Taiji/Tai Chi Introductory Course in Willingen, Sauerland, October 9–11, 2026
  • Taiji/Tai Chi Introductory Course in Willingen, Sauerland, October 9–11, 2026
  • Taiji/Tai Chi Introductory Course in Willingen, Sauerland, October 9–11, 2026
  • Taiji/Tai Chi Introductory Course in Willingen, Sauerland, October 9–11, 2026
  • Taiji/Tai Chi Introductory Course in Willingen, Sauerland, October 9–11, 2026
  • Taiji/Tai Chi Introductory Course in Willingen, Sauerland, October 9–11, 2026
  • Taiji/Tai Chi Introductory Course in Willingen, Sauerland, October 9–11, 2026
  • Taiji/Tai Chi Introductory Course in Willingen, Sauerland, October 9–11, 2026
  • Taiji/Tai Chi Introductory Course in Willingen, Sauerland, October 9–11, 2026
  • Taiji/Tai Chi Introductory Course in Willingen, Sauerland, October 9–11, 2026
7 People interested

Taiji/Tai Chi Introductory Course in Willingen, Sauerland, October 9–11, 2026

Willingen , Germany

$340 / 3 Days

4.5
  • Vairagya Autumn Retreat - Yoga, introspection & campfire romance
  • Vairagya Autumn Retreat - Yoga, introspection & campfire romance
  • Vairagya Autumn Retreat - Yoga, introspection & campfire romance
  • Vairagya Autumn Retreat - Yoga, introspection & campfire romance
  • Vairagya Autumn Retreat - Yoga, introspection & campfire romance
  • Vairagya Autumn Retreat - Yoga, introspection & campfire romance
  • Vairagya Autumn Retreat - Yoga, introspection & campfire romance
  • Vairagya Autumn Retreat - Yoga, introspection & campfire romance
  • Vairagya Autumn Retreat - Yoga, introspection & campfire romance
  • Vairagya Autumn Retreat - Yoga, introspection & campfire romance
10 People interested

Vairagya Autumn Retreat - Yoga, introspection & campfire romance

Lunow-Stolzenhagen, Germany

$500 / 3 Days

  • RETREAT: TIME OUT WITH HORSES JUST FOR YOU
  • RETREAT: TIME OUT WITH HORSES JUST FOR YOU
  • RETREAT: TIME OUT WITH HORSES JUST FOR YOU
  • RETREAT: TIME OUT WITH HORSES JUST FOR YOU
  • RETREAT: TIME OUT WITH HORSES JUST FOR YOU
  • RETREAT: TIME OUT WITH HORSES JUST FOR YOU
  • RETREAT: TIME OUT WITH HORSES JUST FOR YOU
  • RETREAT: TIME OUT WITH HORSES JUST FOR YOU
  • RETREAT: TIME OUT WITH HORSES JUST FOR YOU
10 People interested

RETREAT: TIME OUT WITH HORSES JUST FOR YOU

Wiesenburg/Mark, Germany

$1,012 / 3 Days

5.0
  • Separation - and now? - Acute support (individual coaching on site, plus online support or online)
  • Separation - and now? - Acute support (individual coaching on site, plus online support or online)
  • Separation - and now? - Acute support (individual coaching on site, plus online support or online)
  • Separation - and now? - Acute support (individual coaching on site, plus online support or online)
  • Separation - and now? - Acute support (individual coaching on site, plus online support or online)
  • Separation - and now? - Acute support (individual coaching on site, plus online support or online)
  • Separation - and now? - Acute support (individual coaching on site, plus online support or online)
  • Separation - and now? - Acute support (individual coaching on site, plus online support or online)
  • Separation - and now? - Acute support (individual coaching on site, plus online support or online)
  • Separation - and now? - Acute support (individual coaching on site, plus online support or online)
13 People interested

Separation - and now? - Acute support (individual coaching on site, plus online support or online)

Krakow am See, Germany

$1,388 / 3 Days

  • VIPASSANA HIKING - Hiking, the scent of the sea, and tranquility for women at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • VIPASSANA HIKING - Hiking, the scent of the sea, and tranquility for women at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • VIPASSANA HIKING - Hiking, the scent of the sea, and tranquility for women at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • VIPASSANA HIKING - Hiking, the scent of the sea, and tranquility for women at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • VIPASSANA HIKING - Hiking, the scent of the sea, and tranquility for women at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • VIPASSANA HIKING - Hiking, the scent of the sea, and tranquility for women at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • VIPASSANA HIKING - Hiking, the scent of the sea, and tranquility for women at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • VIPASSANA HIKING - Hiking, the scent of the sea, and tranquility for women at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • VIPASSANA HIKING - Hiking, the scent of the sea, and tranquility for women at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • VIPASSANA HIKING - Hiking, the scent of the sea, and tranquility for women at ASHRAM MALLORCA
4 People interested

VIPASSANA HIKING - Hiking, the scent of the sea, and tranquility for women at ASHRAM MALLORCA

Son Servera, Spain

$2,845 / 8 Days

  • Mindfulness Retreat "Strength & Clarity" – Yoga, Intuitive Massage & Ayurvedic Cuisine
  • Mindfulness Retreat "Strength & Clarity" – Yoga, Intuitive Massage & Ayurvedic Cuisine
  • Mindfulness Retreat "Strength & Clarity" – Yoga, Intuitive Massage & Ayurvedic Cuisine
  • Mindfulness Retreat "Strength & Clarity" – Yoga, Intuitive Massage & Ayurvedic Cuisine
  • Mindfulness Retreat "Strength & Clarity" – Yoga, Intuitive Massage & Ayurvedic Cuisine
  • Mindfulness Retreat "Strength & Clarity" – Yoga, Intuitive Massage & Ayurvedic Cuisine
  • Mindfulness Retreat "Strength & Clarity" – Yoga, Intuitive Massage & Ayurvedic Cuisine
  • Mindfulness Retreat "Strength & Clarity" – Yoga, Intuitive Massage & Ayurvedic Cuisine
  • Mindfulness Retreat "Strength & Clarity" – Yoga, Intuitive Massage & Ayurvedic Cuisine
  • Mindfulness Retreat "Strength & Clarity" – Yoga, Intuitive Massage & Ayurvedic Cuisine
11 People interested

Mindfulness Retreat "Strength & Clarity" – Yoga, Intuitive Massage & Ayurvedic Cuisine

Flechtingen, Germany

$795 / 4 Days

  • De-Stress Your Life - Your exclusive 1:1 journey to inner peace and serenity
  • De-Stress Your Life - Your exclusive 1:1 journey to inner peace and serenity
  • De-Stress Your Life - Your exclusive 1:1 journey to inner peace and serenity
  • De-Stress Your Life - Your exclusive 1:1 journey to inner peace and serenity
  • De-Stress Your Life - Your exclusive 1:1 journey to inner peace and serenity
  • De-Stress Your Life - Your exclusive 1:1 journey to inner peace and serenity
  • De-Stress Your Life - Your exclusive 1:1 journey to inner peace and serenity
  • De-Stress Your Life - Your exclusive 1:1 journey to inner peace and serenity
  • De-Stress Your Life - Your exclusive 1:1 journey to inner peace and serenity
16 People interested

De-Stress Your Life - Your exclusive 1:1 journey to inner peace and serenity

Palma de Mallorca, Spain

$2,139 / 6 Days

  • Desert Meets Sea & Coast: Yoga and Hiking Retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German Instructor
  • Desert Meets Sea & Coast: Yoga and Hiking Retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German Instructor
  • Desert Meets Sea & Coast: Yoga and Hiking Retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German Instructor
  • Desert Meets Sea & Coast: Yoga and Hiking Retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German Instructor
  • Desert Meets Sea & Coast: Yoga and Hiking Retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German Instructor
  • Desert Meets Sea & Coast: Yoga and Hiking Retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German Instructor
  • Desert Meets Sea & Coast: Yoga and Hiking Retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German Instructor
  • Desert Meets Sea & Coast: Yoga and Hiking Retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German Instructor
  • Desert Meets Sea & Coast: Yoga and Hiking Retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German Instructor
  • Desert Meets Sea & Coast: Yoga and Hiking Retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German Instructor
13 People interested

Desert Meets Sea & Coast: Yoga and Hiking Retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German Instructor

Douira Belfaa, Morocco

$1,923 / 8 Days

  • A Break in Nature
  • A Break in Nature
  • A Break in Nature
  • A Break in Nature
  • A Break in Nature
  • A Break in Nature
  • A Break in Nature
  • A Break in Nature
  • A Break in Nature
  • A Break in Nature
12 People interested

A Break in Nature

Prato-Sornico, Switzerland

$1,650 / 5 Days

  • ***Only a few spots left  - Finding Peace Through the Senses - A Transformative Journey to Yourself
  • ***Only a few spots left  - Finding Peace Through the Senses - A Transformative Journey to Yourself
  • ***Only a few spots left  - Finding Peace Through the Senses - A Transformative Journey to Yourself
  • ***Only a few spots left  - Finding Peace Through the Senses - A Transformative Journey to Yourself
  • ***Only a few spots left  - Finding Peace Through the Senses - A Transformative Journey to Yourself
  • ***Only a few spots left  - Finding Peace Through the Senses - A Transformative Journey to Yourself
  • ***Only a few spots left  - Finding Peace Through the Senses - A Transformative Journey to Yourself
  • ***Only a few spots left  - Finding Peace Through the Senses - A Transformative Journey to Yourself
  • ***Only a few spots left  - Finding Peace Through the Senses - A Transformative Journey to Yourself
  • ***Only a few spots left  - Finding Peace Through the Senses - A Transformative Journey to Yourself
17 People interested

***Only a few spots left - Finding Peace Through the Senses - A Transformative Journey to Yourself

Cala Rajada, Spain

$2,305 / 7 Days

  • ERFÜLLT in der Liebe - the power of your heart - coaching & time out in nature
  • ERFÜLLT in der Liebe - the power of your heart - coaching & time out in nature
  • ERFÜLLT in der Liebe - the power of your heart - coaching & time out in nature
  • ERFÜLLT in der Liebe - the power of your heart - coaching & time out in nature
  • ERFÜLLT in der Liebe - the power of your heart - coaching & time out in nature
  • ERFÜLLT in der Liebe - the power of your heart - coaching & time out in nature
  • ERFÜLLT in der Liebe - the power of your heart - coaching & time out in nature
  • ERFÜLLT in der Liebe - the power of your heart - coaching & time out in nature
  • ERFÜLLT in der Liebe - the power of your heart - coaching & time out in nature
  • ERFÜLLT in der Liebe - the power of your heart - coaching & time out in nature
12 People interested

ERFÜLLT in der Liebe - the power of your heart - coaching & time out in nature

Hoppenrade, Germany

$1,638 / 3 Days

  • Yoga for me at Gottin Manor House
  • Yoga for me at Gottin Manor House
  • Yoga for me at Gottin Manor House
  • Yoga for me at Gottin Manor House
  • Yoga for me at Gottin Manor House
  • Yoga for me at Gottin Manor House
  • Yoga for me at Gottin Manor House
  • Yoga for me at Gottin Manor House
  • Yoga for me at Gottin Manor House
  • Yoga for me at Gottin Manor House
8 People interested

Yoga for me at Gottin Manor House

Warnkenhagen, Germany

$603 / 3 Days

  • Yoga Retreat – your time out by the sea (certified prevention course)
  • Yoga Retreat – your time out by the sea (certified prevention course)
  • Yoga Retreat – your time out by the sea (certified prevention course)
  • Yoga Retreat – your time out by the sea (certified prevention course)
  • Yoga Retreat – your time out by the sea (certified prevention course)
4 People interested

Yoga Retreat – your time out by the sea (certified prevention course)

Wittmund, Germany

$283 / 3 Days

  • RELAX-AUSZEIT - Women's Retreat by the Sea | Women's Retreat at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • RELAX-AUSZEIT - Women's Retreat by the Sea | Women's Retreat at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • RELAX-AUSZEIT - Women's Retreat by the Sea | Women's Retreat at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • RELAX-AUSZEIT - Women's Retreat by the Sea | Women's Retreat at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • RELAX-AUSZEIT - Women's Retreat by the Sea | Women's Retreat at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • RELAX-AUSZEIT - Women's Retreat by the Sea | Women's Retreat at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • RELAX-AUSZEIT - Women's Retreat by the Sea | Women's Retreat at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • RELAX-AUSZEIT - Women's Retreat by the Sea | Women's Retreat at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • RELAX-AUSZEIT - Women's Retreat by the Sea | Women's Retreat at ASHRAM MALLORCA
  • RELAX-AUSZEIT - Women's Retreat by the Sea | Women's Retreat at ASHRAM MALLORCA
5 People interested

RELAX-AUSZEIT - Women's Retreat by the Sea | Women's Retreat at ASHRAM MALLORCA

Son Servera, Spain

$1,536 / 6 Days

  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
9 People interested

Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"

Svalbarðsstrandahreppur, Iceland

$5,019 / 14 Days

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Frequently asked questions

What is a meditation retreat?
A meditation retreat is a guided getaway that allows you to fully focus on the practice of meditation. Away from everyday life, you'll explore different meditation techniques, deepen your existing practice, and find inner peace. The retreats are led by experienced teachers and often take place in quiet, nature-rich locations. At Retreat Urlaub, you'll currently find 431 meditation retreats.
Who is a meditation retreat suitable for?
Meditation retreats are suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners. Many retreats offer different levels, so you can find the right course regardless of your experience. Whether you want to try meditation for the first time, reduce stress, or deepen your long-standing practice – there's something for everyone. In the descriptions of our 431 offerings, you'll find information about the recommended experience level.
How much does a meditation retreat cost?
The prices for meditation retreats vary depending on duration, accommodation, meals, and location. At Retreat Urlaub, prices range from €79 to €11.900, with an average price of €1.149. Many retreats already include accommodation, meals, and all course sessions, offering you excellent value for money.
What meditation techniques are taught at a retreat?
Different meditation techniques are offered depending on the retreat. These include mindfulness meditation, Vipassana, Zen meditation, guided visualizations, Metta meditation (loving-kindness), mantra meditation, and walking meditation. Many retreats combine several techniques or additionally offer yoga, breathwork, and journaling. Browse through our offerings to find the retreat that best suits your needs.
How long does a meditation retreat last?
Meditation retreats come in various formats – from weekend retreats (2–3 days) and week-long intensive courses to multi-week silent retreats. For beginners, shorter retreats of 3 to 5 days are recommended, while experienced meditators often prefer longer formats. Among our 431 offerings, you're sure to find the right duration for your needs.
What is a silent retreat and is it right for me?
During a silent retreat, you refrain from speaking and often from using digital devices for the duration of the retreat. The silence helps you dive deeper into meditation, perceive your thoughts more clearly, and have an intense inner experience. Although it may sound challenging at first, many participants report a profound and liberating experience. Some of our retreats also offer gentler variations with partial silence periods.
What should I bring to a meditation retreat?
Generally, you should bring comfortable clothing, warm socks, and possibly your own meditation cushion if you prefer one. Most retreat centers provide meditation mats, cushions, and blankets. A notebook for personal reflections and weather-appropriate clothing for nature walks are also recommended. You'll usually receive a detailed packing list from the organizer after booking.
How do I find the right meditation retreat for me?
At Retreat Urlaub, you can choose from 431 meditation retreats. Start by considering what matters most to you: Do you want to learn a specific meditation technique? Do you prefer a retreat in the mountains, by the sea, or in the forest? How long do you want to go for, and what is your budget (our prices range from €79 to €11.900)? Use our filter and search features to find the perfect retreat. If you have any questions, our team is happy to help.