"Surfing for Serenity", by Lani Luciano

These four websites provide retreat directories that can help you find a center that suits your needs and interests. It's good to keep in mind that some of the centers that appear in the directories are paid advertisers—use the information provided as a starting point to make your own choice. For more retreat spots near you, it may be best to inquire at a local place of worship or check the yellow pages.

Findthedivine.com
Search by location
Listings More than 1,200 centers of all faiths in the United States and Canada, including Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, and Jewish

You'll also find free referral service, message board with personal retreat stories, directory of spiritual advisers

Retreatfinder.com
Search by location, religion, activity (e.g., yoga), environment (e.g., desert)
Listings More than 1,000 retreats, events, and facilities of all faiths and interests around the world

You'll also find employment and volunteer opportunities at retreat centers, plus a free e-mail newsletter

Retreatsintl.org
Search by location
Listings About 350, mainly Catholic, in the United States and Canada

You'll also find speakers bureau, internships/education at spiritual centers, reading list on spiritual topics

Spiritsite.com
Search by location
Listings Around 100 Zen, yoga, health spa, and other retreat centers in the United States

You'll also find book excerpts and columns on spiritual topics, books and audiotapes for sale, plus a free e-mail newsletter