From August 30th to September 1st, married couples flocked to the stunning Marlin Resort for the 12th edition of the Sunny Couple’s Retreat 2024.
With over 70 couples registering this year, the retreat sort to positively impact couples and marriages in general!
Friday: That ‘First Session’ Feeling
Couples settled in for the first session; “Affair-Proof Your Marriage” on Friday night which was facilitated by Amos Kevin Annan & his wife Evelyn, co-founders of Hearts and Habits Foundation. It was two hours of eye-openers, awkward glances and group conversations. But by the end of the session, couples were ready to work out differences, connect more and safe guard their marriages.
Saturday: Early Birds, Life Changes, and Couples Night Fun
Saturday kicked off bright and early with an optional workout at 6:00am led by Nkrumah fitness. After breakfast, Michael and Letitia Ohene-Effah, co-founders of LeadAfrique international began their session on “Navigating Major Life Changes and Transitions Together.”
It was four hours of exploring how to navigate life’s curveballs with better understanding.
By lunch, everyone was ready for a breather – and perhaps a nap.
The afternoon offered more free time, with some taking a stroll of the beautiful grounds and indulging in some much-needed connection.
Come dinner time, everyone reconvened, slightly more rested and a lot more ready for Couples Night. Couples bonded over team work of building the tallest straw tower. It was a blast, proving that a little fun while learning about teamwork goes a long way in keeping the spark alive.
Sunday: Vows, Serenades, and All the Feels
Sunday morning started with breakfast, followed by a session on “Cultivating Gratitude & Appreciation” with Rev. Dr. John Gordon Egyir-Croffet. Couples were encouraged to look past the dirty socks left on the floor and really focus on the little things that make their partners amazing. In the end, there were definitely a few sniffles and possibly one or two people who had to quickly pretend they had something in their eye.
The real highlight of the day came after the renewal of vows, where couples took a moment to reflect on their journeys together and reaffirm their commitments in a beautiful ceremony that had all the feels.
A big shout out to Marlin Resort for perfectly executing a surprise for everyone by inviting the Winneba Youth Choir to serenade participants both in the conference room and by the poolside during lunchtime, filling the air with beautiful harmonies that added a unique touch to the day.
Some participants got on the dance floor and showed off their Sunday vibes.
A Retreat to Remember
This retreat was indeed a great opportunity for couples to reconnect, laugh, and remember why they fell in love in the first place. The sessions, from parenting to finances to conflict resolution, were all designed to help couples grow closer, and the cluster sessions made it feel like a safe space to open up, share, and sometimes overshare.
As everyone packed up to leave Marlin Resort, it was clear that this retreat wasn’t just about taking a break from the routine – it was about investing in each other, having some good laughs, and maybe even learning a thing or two.
With renewed love, gratitude, and a few new inside jokes, couples headed home with full hearts and big smiles, already looking forward to the next one.
We look forward to another memorable experience next year!
