Bonjour! I'm Salem, and I’m so glad you’re here.

I created Gallivant & Gather from a simple belief: beautiful experiences create beautiful lives.

For as long as I can remember, I've been drawn to beautiful places, meaningful conversations, creative pursuits, and the magic that happens when people gather together. Travel has given me some of my most treasured memories- not just because of the places I've visited, but because of the people I've met and the experiences I've shared along the way.

From the moment I stepped off the train in Avignon, Provence in 2022, I knew I was meant to be there in some way.

Provence had always been high on my travel bucket list. After the world began to open back up post-pandemic, it was the very first place I knew I had to visit. There was something about the way of life that completely captured my heart. The colorful markets overflowing with flowers, fresh produce, and artisanal treasures. Long lunches that stretched into the afternoon. Meals that were beautifully simple yet unforgettable. The light, the terroir, the charming villages, the people, and the appreciation for beauty in everyday life.

It made me realize that travel isn't just about seeing a place or checking a box- it's about experiencing a different way of living.

I returned home and couldn't get Provence out of my head. Later that year, while traveling through Spain's Costa Brava, the spark of Gallivant & Gather came to me. I wanted to share that feeling with other women.

What began as a dream has since grown into something I could only have imagined. Over the past four years, I've had the joy of welcoming more than 80 women from around the world to Provence through 13 thoughtfully curated retreats held throughout the Spring, Fall, and at Christmastime. Bringing women together, facilitating new friendships, and creating meaningful experiences has become some of the most rewarding work of my life.

Today, Gallivant & Gather creates luxury wellness and culture retreats designed for women who long for beauty, discovery, creativity, and meaningful connection. Every itinerary is intentionally crafted to balance extraordinary experiences with space to simply be- from morning Pilates and creative workshops to long meals around beautiful tables, exploring hidden-gem villages, meeting local artisans, and experiencing moments of unexpected serendipity.

My greatest hope is that every woman one one of my retreats leaves not only with unforgettable memories of our time together in Provence, but with a renewed appreciation for beauty, a deeper sense of presence, and inspiration to inspiration to savor the everyday once she returns home.

I hope this website gives you a glimpse into the feeling of a Gallivant & Gather retreat before you ever step on the plane.

If something here sparks something in your heart, I hope you'll come gather with us someday.

xx,

Salem