Testimonials & Success Stories

Meet Kristen

A 39-year old teacher from Minneapolis who wanted to take a break from her career -and other responsibilities- to focus on herself.

She always wanted to live abroad, but she was facing different challenges to making it happen. In this video Kristen explains how "Journeys of Self-discovery" gave her the confidence she needed, along with other positive life changes.

"I wanted to make the most of my travel time while I was there, and Sonia connected me to a deeper understanding of travel, finding ways to be more intentional with it. Because travel is a deeper process than just visiting places and seeing things out a list, it's a way of self-transformation.

It was hard to keep myself motivated and keep myself on track. This program helped me to feel more confident in moving forward, to feel like what I want to do in the world is good, it's right, and it's OK for me to pick myself. Today, I am making this trip, I am doing more of what I see is right -instead of listening to what people think- and I am more connected to the sacredness of everyday life, living in the present moment"

- Kristen Gupta (USA)

Meet Marta

After becoming a widow, she got involved in a relationship she knew was not good for her. 

She said she will leave him many times, but after one month she was always back.

What gave Marta the courage to get out of this toxic relationship was her willingness to step out of her comfort zone, which also allowed her to increase her awareness and, therefore, be able to make different and better decisions for herself.

Now she enjoys meeting new people, she has more empathy for others and she is more grateful for her life. And because she values herself more, others value her too.

“It was like a drug. I was unable to focus, I was hardly eating, everything supposed me a big effort, the presence of other people annoyed me, nothing else was bringing me joy. Now I am clear, I am confident. I know what I want and I don't let others make me doubt"

-Marta (from Spain)

“I've achieved more life goals in the last 18 months than at any other time in my life. In that time, I've done three trips that I would previously have considered a "trip of a life-time". I never thought I could afford anything like that, and yet I did them one after the other.

But the trips were just the beginning. I became a different person, more calm, more conscious of my strengths and weaknesses.  Travel has afforded me new learnings and tools to embrace the day-to-day challenges life can bring. And these experiences have not only changed me.  They have changed my family.  Now, when we travel we feel much more connected - with each other and with the world around us.”

- Helder V.B. (Portugal)

Meet Paola

When she started this journey, she felt lost, but she had one thing clear: she wanted to invest in herself.

As she began doing the work, little by little, the layers began to peel back. With each moment of reflection, each practice, and each step forward, Paola started uncovering the patterns that shaped her decisions, her relationships, and the way she saw herself.

What first appeared as small insights turned out to be the tip of the iceberg — revealing long-held beliefs and unconscious stories that had been silently governing her life for years.

This was the beginning of something powerful: a homecoming to herself.

"I have improved at a personal level by leaps and bounds. In these three months I have embraced the power to feel and share my vulnerability, locate my demons, keep my insecurities at bay, improve my health and open myself to love. I only have words of thanks for you, Sonia. I have taken that leap of faith that I was craving for so long, and the miracle has worked"
-Paola Moreno (from Spain)

More Testimonials & Success Stories

  • I used to be a closed-minded person, I thought everything turned around me, the kind of personality that people usually avoid. Last year I made 9 trips (something I had never done in my life) and was able to take my son to Disneyland (an experience neither of us will ever forget). On my travels I connected with people from all over the world, and my communication skills improved tremendously. I learned to talk to other people and understand them better. Now I know how to negotiate better deals at my job and be a better father to my son

    - Aleks Sarci (Serbia)

  • Four years ago, I was hardly traveling but dreaming of many beautiful places around the world. Now I am ticking them all off! Italy, South Africa, Turkey, Egypt... And one of the biggest blessings was to meet the love of my life on my trip to Berlin (Germany). Since then, we have already been in 20 holidays together!

    - Noemie Nsanga (France)

  • "It used to be I couldn't meet people, I didn't know how to initiate conversations. Now I travel and meeting people easily everywhere I go!

    - Benedict Csaba (Hungary)

  • A woman in pink clothing standing in front of a mural of colorful wings on a black wall, with a Facebook logo and text that says Beata Pietzak Art.

    I consider myself blessed to have come across Sonia on my life path. Sonia is an amazing coach, so attentive, genuine, compassionate and she really wants the best for you. It’s evident the amount of work Sonia has done on herself and the amount of seminars she has attended because it just shines through in her work. My most powerful visualization (hypnotherapy) session in my life has been with Sonia. I opened my own holistic practice thanks to her. Thank you infinitely. I highly recommend. Only good can come from an interaction with Sonia. This work is so needed in this world.

    Aisling Burnett

  • A woman sitting on a sandy beach, smiling, with a mountain and ocean in the background.

    I can't recommend Sonia highly enough. She helped me a lot when I was having a really hard time. I discovered new things about myself, my personality, who I am with my insecurities, my defects and my virtues. She showed me how to control my emotions as well. Now I'm able to understand myself and the others a lot more too. Sonia helped me to clear up my mind and make very important decisions in every area of my life and the way I was living it. I feel very confident and I have a completely different vision of everything myself and the people who is around me. Thanks so much for all your support.

    Tania Matamoros

  • Sunrise over a snowy mountain landscape with a frozen lake, rocky shoreline, and evergreen trees.

    I hired Sonia to take a group of 28 women on the Camino Trail. From start to finish, Sonia was incredible! Her communication through email was always timely. Her presentations to the group were thorough and professional. During the walk, many women had to reach out to her with questions. She answered them all within minutes and made last-minute changes with ease. Sonia's warm personality and extreme professionalism made this trip flawless for me. I highly recommend Sonia and will be using her again in the future!

    Jacki Janson

  • A woman with long brown hair smiling in front of a neutral background.

    I just had my second Astrocartography session with Sonia. She helped me make important plans by informing me of the most beneficial times to travel, this year and next. Sonia brings a gentle down-to-earth approach to her craft; I grateful to have her as an Ally and I highly recommend you enlist her as such for your personal and professional questions. Thank you, Sonia!

    Isabelle Choiniere-Correa

  • Close-up of a smiling woman with dark hair, wearing earrings and a colorful plaid top, outdoors against a light background.

    Sonia is amazing! She has helped me have the courage to follow my dreams and provides support to me when I am doubting myself on my next step. Her multicultural - multinational background has also been helpful as I am doing a career break in another country.

    Kristen Gupta

  • A field of blooming sunflowers during sunset with a bright sun low in the sky, and trees in the distance under a partly cloudy sky.

    An unforgettable and very positive experience which was so carefully planned and delivered by Sonia. I left, having grounded myself mindfully with the earth beneath my feet. Highly recommended!

    Brid O'brien

  • A butterfly with black and orange patterned wings resting on green leaves in sunlight.

    An amazing Forest Bathing experience. Had never tried it before but I certainly will be again. Sonia is such a captivating guide and her lovely nature places everyone at ease.

    Michael Hutchinson

  • A bunch of pink roses with green leaves against a plain white background.

    Sonia has a peaceful tone to her voice. It was a beautiful, immersive experience. Not for one second did I feel rushed. I cannot wait to go to another one of her sessions. ❤️

    Grace K.

  • A woman with dark hair in a messy bun, smiling, wearing a white shirt and a nose ring, standing against a plain white background.

    Forest bathing with Sonia is something magical. There is nothing related with body bathing it's a pure forest bath for your soul. Your soul connects with the mother nature in a beautiful surroundings of stunning Japanese gardens. Try and you will not be disappointed

    Karolina Bar

  • A woman with blonde hair smiling, wearing a denim jacket, posing in front of a classical sculpture with columns.

    My astrocartography session with Sonia Cruz Oro was insightful and very beneficial in explaining the relationship between astrology and geography, and how that applied to my specific astrological chart. She looked at many specific parts of the world where the planets and my chart aligned, where the energy was flowing and other locations that were more challenging. I now the best places to create retreats or travel for business versus where to travel for personal growth and enjoyment. Fascinating and helpful information.

    Barbara Edie

  • I had an astrocartography session with Sonia Cruz Oro from Travel Awakens and found it incredibly insightful. I came in looking for relocation clarity and left with powerful confirmation of what I’d already been intuitively feeling about certain locations. It was helpful not only to validate those instincts, but also to explore nearby areas that might be more practical for family considerations.

    Stacie Shifflett

  • A large deciduous tree with green leaves standing alone in a grassy field under a blue sky with light clouds.

    My first time to experience your "awakening " in the Japanese Gardens Tramore The quietness of the early morning added to atmosphere. The sound of the birds and walking through the various pathways was a perfect place for mindfulness I look forward to attending the next one later this month Thank you Sonia

    Rosaleen O’neill

  • A woman with shoulder-length red hair smiling outdoors with green foliage in the background.

    Sonìa, has a special way of getting you to get more clarity about the transformation you are looking for or even that which you didn't realise you needed! I love that she uses travel as an instrument of change. Being more intentional about destinstions and activities as a bridge to personal development and growth makes planinng a trip exciting! I would thiroughly recommend working with her.

    Julie Wren

  • A woman with long blonde hair sitting in a green field during sunset, with rolling hills and trees in the background.

    Sonia’s astrocartography reading was truly transformative. Her insightful and thorough analysis helped me understand the unique energies at play in different locations around the world. Sonia’s expertise and intuitive guidance provided clarity and direction, empowering me to make informed decisions about where to travel and live. Her compassionate approach made the experience both enlightening and enjoyable. I highly recommend Sonia’s astrocartography readings to anyone seeking deeper self-awareness and alignment with their personal journey

    Anna Garrison

  • Colorful paper umbrellas with floral and nature designs suspended in the sky.

    Sonia is very nice and knowledgeable. I had a wonderful 90 minutes with her talking about my birth chart and map. I would highly recommend booking a session with her

    Martie Smith

  • A woman taking a selfie on the beach, wearing a gray hoodie with the words 'DREAM CREATE INSPIRE' printed on it, looking up and smiling.

    Very well delivered, with meaningful and structured activities which also gave you the freedom to immerse yourself with nature in your own way. I particularly liked the method of collecting feedback with a stone. However, I would have liked if the facilitator had interacted with us before and after the session

    Derbhile Graham

  • Snow-capped mountain range at sunset with a pink and purple sky

    I had a beautiful experience attending a Forest Bathing session facilitated by Sonia in the Japanese Gardens in Tramore in May 2023. I went in a bit distracted, but through each exercise and invitation I progressively tuned in further to nature's intelligence and experienced a real connection & new perspectives on some life situations. I was able to take away the practices and have been using them since. Thanks so much.

    Gavin Timlin

  • Coastal scene with rocky cliffs covered in trees overlooking the ocean during sunset.

    I had an astrocartography session with Sonia. Beyond relocation, it was fascinating to learn about the different types of energy each location holds and how they might influence travel experiences. The session was eye-opening and offered a completely new lens for understanding place and purpose. Highly recommend for anyone exploring a move or curious about travel through the lens of astrocartography.

    Stacie