Qarrya Retreats is a wellness platform that takes you beyond your daily routine and fast-paced lifestyle to prioritize rest and self-connection while discovering the colorful and enchanting landscape of Morocco.
Born and raised in Rabat, Morocco, Qarrya Retreats' founder, Meryem Chouirf-McClintock, left home as a young adult to pursue her college education abroad. She lived in various countries in Europe and Asia before settling in New York City. Passionate about yoga, Meryem traveled the world exploring different lineages, studying with inspiring teachers, and sharing her love for the practice with friends and family for over 20 years. Upon moving to NYC, Meryem became a certified yoga teacher to share her passion with an even wider audience.
Despite her love for travel, Meryem maintains a deep connection with her homeland, Morocco, which inspired her to establish Qarrya Retreats.
Meryem is also the founder of Qarrya Home, an initiative that brings curated Moroccan handcrafts to the international market while supporting the exceptional Indigenous Moroccan women behind them.