Velaa recently welcomed back the serene presence of Elena Yarga, a hereditary healer who blends ancient Slavic traditions with modern medicine. Her personalised rituals, intuitive energy work, and holistic healing rooted in the sacred art of “Zhiva” created a truly meaningful wellness experience.

Elena Yarga returned to Velaa Private Island for a transformative residency, bringing her unique blend of ancestral wisdom and modern medical insight. A hereditary healer and paediatric specialist, she practises the ancient Slavic method of “Zhiva,” a technique grounded in the life-giving vibrations of the hands, prayer, and energy flow to restore balance and support deep healing. Drawing on a lineage of healing knowledge, she offered a holistic approach to wellness through personalised energy work, spiritual guidance, and handcrafted amulets. Her time at Velaa unfolded as a peaceful and resonant chapter, providing a rare opportunity to reconnect with the harmony of traditional and modern healing in one of the world’s most serene settings.