Our story: The Voyage of Indigo Sails

Our Founder's Story

At the heart of Indigo Sails is a narrative of courage and transformation, led by our founder, Nikolina. This enterprise is her vision brought to life—a beacon for those navigating the seas of personal and professional growth.

Forged in Adversity

Nikolina’s early years were marked by challenges that would shape her indomitable spirit. The heartbreak of losing her father during wartime and navigating life as a refugee taught her that adversity can be a powerful catalyst for growth. These trials instilled in her an unquenchable desire to rise above circumstances and create something impactful.

Forged in Adversity

Navigating a career as a female entrepreneur in male-dominated industries taught Nikolina invaluable lessons about tenacity and self-belief. With no traditional support system, she blazed her own trail, setting new benchmarks for success.

A Mission Born from Reflection

The concept for Indigo Sails crystallised as Nikolina reflected on her life while writing her memoirs. She saw how each struggle with identity and connection was not just personal but universal—sparking an idea that would soon ignite change.

The Team Behind Our Mission

In building the Indigo Sails team, Nikolina sought the expertise of Professor Roger Delves, a distinguished figure renowned for his deep understanding of authentic leadership, emotional intelligence, and the pivotal role of values and purpose in personal growth. Their collaboration was instrumental in uniting our LifeExec Coaches—a team characterised by a rich tapestry of scholarly knowledge, therapeutic acumen, motivational vigour, and creative zest—all dedicated to creating life-changing experiences aligned with each client’s unique goals.

 

Our coaches extend beyond traditional mentorship; they are innovators in personal development who are passionately committed to guiding clients along personalised paths that lead to lives filled with meaning and fulfilment.

Roger Delves

MA (HONS) Oxon, FRSA

ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER, PROFESSOR, AUTHOR,

LIFE and EXECUTIVE COACH

WORKSHOP FACILITATOR

Rebecca Stephens

MBE

CLIMBER, AUTHOR, PROFESSOR, JOURNALIST, STORYTELLER, AND WORKSHOP FACILITATOR

Pamela Barry - Das

MULTILINGUAL CHARTERED COACH, OCCUPATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST, EMCC COACH ACREDITATION AND NLP TRAINER AND

WORKSHOP FACILITATOR

Why Indigo Sails?

Nikolina envisioned Indigo Sails as more than just an enterprise; it is a sanctuary for those who dare to dream big and act boldly. It is where passion meets purpose, where every product or service offered carries fragments of our founder’s indomitable spirit—a spirit that invites others to step into their true power.

Indigo Sails is more than an organisation—it’s a movement towards empowerment:

 

  • Empowerment: We empower individuals who seek liberation from barriers.
  • Innovation: We pioneer inventive strategies that surpass the limitations of traditional methods.
  • Connection: We forge meaningful relationships across all walks of life.
  • Authenticity: Encouraging genuine self-expression in all aspects of life.

Our Mission: Igniting Authenticity and Purpose

At the core of our ethos lies a simple, yet profound truth: to live authentically is to embrace the full spectrum of one’s being with confidence, compassion, and kindness. We believe that every individual has the potential to become their best self—to lead a life brimming with purpose, fulfilment, and joy. This isn’t just an aspiration; it’s an ultimate blessing that enriches not only the individual but also humanity at large and sets a precedent for future generations.

 

Our mission is to be the guiding light on this journey towards authenticity. We are dedicated to nurturing an environment where people can confidently express their true selves without fear or reservation. It’s about honouring your values, understanding your worth, and recognising that within you lies an infinite capacity for growth and happiness.

 

We understand that change begins with one person—one heart, one mind—at a time. Just as a single pebble can send ripples across a vast ocean, so too can one person who lives in alignment with their true values inspire waves of positive change throughout the world.

 

We are committed to initiating this movement—a movement where each step taken in authenticity creates echoes of transformation across communities and cultures. Join us in this endeavour; let us start together by fostering genuine connections with ourselves and others—connections rooted in empathy and shared human experience.

Embrace your authentic self; unleash your potential; be part of something greater. This is our mission—to spark the flame that lights up countless paths toward living genuinely meaningful lives filled with passion and purpose.

Indigo Sails

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Speakers & Storytellers

Our personal development programme is led by a blend of reputable academic professionals, renowned authors, and inspirational storytellers with a wide array of unique experiences. Each of our personal development leaders and storytellers have embarked on their own journey of self-discovery making them both knowledgeable and passionate about helping people transform their lives.

Share a cabin with a friend and receive 30% off your total booking price

When you place a booking, click the “Share a cabin” option and you and a friend can receive 30% off your total order.

What way to better spend an incredible week than to share this incredible experience with someone close to you.

You can find out more details on cabin sharing and your yacht crew on our FAQ page or contact us for further questions.

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Hotels & Resorts

Our programmes and workshops are hosted at some of the best hotel and resort venues across the Croatian islands that surround Split. These venues are some of the most prestigious in their locations. They include modern conference halls, unique spa and wellness centres, and access to entertainment and social venues, which are each remarkable on their own.

Community & Workshops

We’ll dive into exercises and workshops that provide time to reflect and respond to our past, present and the life we desire in future. We’re not saying you’ll be a completely new person by the end of the week, but our aim is that you’ll walk away refreshed, inspired and have more clarity about the steps ahead – life is all a journey after all!
The best part is being around like-minded people who are real and want better for themselves and the world around them – we’re so stoked to be doing this journey with you!

The best part is being around like-minded people who are real and want better for themselves and the world around them – we’re so stoked to be doing this journey with you!

Mediterranean Dining

The destinations on our retreat feature different and unique dining experiences. Each of these locations showcase the beauty of Dalmatian cuisine in a distinct and special manner. From the fresh tuna sushi at Carpe Diem, to the fresh-caught prawn tagliatelle at Hotel Podstine, to the Michelin Star dinner at Zrno Soli, each of your meals with Indigo Sails will be absolutely unforgettable.

Social Events & Nightlife

Let the night keep buzzing and the wine keep flowing. We’re hosting two exclusive dinner events to kick-off and conclude the retreat, first our opening event and our Gala dinner. These nights are the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded people and enjoy the amazing local cuisine.
We’ve also been given exclusive access to some of the biggest island parties in the area with free entry.

Island Activities

Our retreat is full of adventures and activities to enhance the experience of our programme. We’ve teamed up with a number of local partners to provide the opportunity to enjoy water sports such as jet skiing and windsurfing, wine-tasting tours, city site-seeing, yoga sessions, chill water activities, wellness spas and hiking guides. Croatia is an amazing experience in and of itself, add on meeting new people, sharing new experiences and unlocking your True Self, it’s the way to live!

Sailing Route

Our established relationships with our charter companies spans over five years which means your sailing journey will be well looked after – so you can just sit back and enjoy the sun, wind and waves. We aim to limit our yacht accommodation up to a maximum of 5 x double cabins plus one cabin reserved for your trusted skipper who will be the guide and captain for your adventure.

Our yachts will be the anchor of some incredible moments throughout the retreat including, breakfast on-board, sunrise yoga sessions and exploring across the Croatian Islands.

Each boat is included with WIFI, Dinghy and a final cleaning.

Croatia

Meeting point

Split / Trogir

First destination

Island of Brač

Second Destination

Island of Hvar

Third Destination

Paklinski Islands

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