However, Highway 1 south of Esalen is closed indefinitely. Don't let this stop you — there are other routes to reach us. Please review these alternate route driving directions and allow for a little extra travel time while on your transformational and healing journey.
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Read the JournalThe Voices of Esalen podcast features in-depth interviews with the dynamic teachers and thinkers on the leading edge of new ways of thinking and being in the world. Hosted by Sam Stern, past guests include Cheryl Strayed, Michael Pollan, Dr. Kamilah Majied, Dr. Han Ren, Stan Grof, Esalen co-founder Michael Murphy and many more.
Listen InShort videos tell the story of Esalen past, present, and future, and include interviews with Esalen faculty.
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