Together we Explore, Grow, and Shine

Empowering Women Through Connection, Travel and Shared Experiences

How We Shine

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Sunshine Serenity Sisters is a travel community designed for women who crave connection, adventure, and meaningful experiences. Through curated group trips around the world, women come together to explore new destinations, build lasting friendships, and create unforgettable memories.

Where Women Shine Retreats are designed to create space for women to slow down, reconnect, and focus on themselves. Through intentional experiences and meaningful moments, each retreat offers the opportunity to reset, reflect, and build deeper connections in a supportive and uplifting way.

The Social Club is a space for women to unwind and enjoy meaningful connections. It's a collection of social experiences - from brunches and themed nights to creative gatherings and local outings - designed to bring women together in a fun, relaxed, and welcoming environment.

The Women Behind The Shine

Cristal MacDonald

Founder & Visionary

Experience Designer and Host

Cathy MacFarlane

Cristal MacDonald

Where Women Shine Retreats

Retreat Experience Specialist

Brandy Ringelmann

Cristal MacDonald

Brandy Ringelmann

The Social Club

Social Experience Curator

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at cristal@wherewomenshine.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

What is Where Women Shine?

Where Women Shine is a community and experience designed to bring women together through travel, retreats, and social gatherings. It's a space for connection, meaningful experiences, and building lasting relationships with like-minded women.

How do I join?

Joining is easy! To get started, simply join the Sunshine Serenity Sisters Facebook group. This is where you'll find updates, connect with other women, and stay informed on upcoming experiences. Just follow the link at the top of the page to join the community.

What types of experiences do you offer?

We offer a range of experiences including group travel, curated retreats, and local social events. Each experience is designed to bring women together in a meaningful way - whether it's exploring a new destination, resetting through a retreat, or connecting at a social gathering

Privacy, Policies & Travel Details

At Where Women Shine, we are committed to protecting your privacy and personal information.

We may collect the following information:

Full name
Email address
Phone number
Payment details (processed securely through third-party providers)
Travel preferences and special requests

Your information is used to:

Process bookings and payments
Communicate important travel updates
Provide customer support
Enhance your overall experience with us

We only share your information when necessary with trusted partners, including:

Airlines, hotels, and tour providers
Payment processing services
Travel insurance providers

Data Protection

We take appropriate measures to safeguard your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

You may request to:

Access your personal data
Update or correct your information
Request deletion of your data where applicable

Contact

For privacy-related inquiries:
📧cristal@wherewomenshine.com

✈️ Travel Pricing & Booking Policy

At Where Women Shine, transparency and clarity are important to us. Please review the following terms before booking.

Pricing & Availability

All prices are subject to change until a deposit or full payment is received.
Pricing may fluctuate due to supplier costs, demand, currency exchange, and fuel surcharges.
Quotes are not guaranteed until confirmed with payment.

Deposits & Payments

A non-refundable deposit is required to secure your spot.
Payment plans may be available depending on the trip.
Full payment must be received by the specified deadline.

Cancellations & Refunds

Deposits are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.
Cancellation policies vary by supplier.
Refunds, if applicable, follow supplier timelines and conditions.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Where Women Shine is not responsible for losses due to cancellations, delays, illness, or unforeseen circumstances.

Changes & Adjustments

Itineraries may change due to unforeseen circumstances.
Pricing adjustments may occur if suppliers increase costs or due to currency fluctuations.

Responsibility

Where Women Shine acts as an intermediary between clients and travel providers.
We are not liable for delays, injuries, losses, or disruptions caused by third-party suppliers.

Together we Explore, Grow, and Shine

How We Shine

The Women Behind The Shine

Cristal MacDonald

Cristal MacDonald

Cristal MacDonald

Cathy MacFarlane

Cristal MacDonald

Cristal MacDonald

Brandy Ringelmann

Cristal MacDonald

Brandy Ringelmann

Wanderlust in Where Women Shine: A Photo Journey

Frequently Asked Questions

Privacy, Policies & Travel Details

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