Journey to the Buchinger Clinic

Before arriving at the Buchinger Clinic in Marbella, Spain, my journey began on September 2nd at Miami International Airport. My first stop was Barcelona — a city I’ve visited a few times before and never tire of. From there, I made my way by cab to the charming beach town of Sitges. Known for its vibrant beach life, sidewalk cafés, and world-class people-watching, Sitges was the perfect place to spend four sun-filled days.

Next, I boarded a flight to Sardinia, Italy — my very first time visiting the island. Sardinia turned out to be nothing short of magical. I was fortunate to spend five days with one of my favorite clients-turned-dear-friend, Gina, who had rented a villa for the month. Together we explored ancient ruins, enjoyed wine tastings, wandered through local shops, visited a turtle hospital and of course indulged in incredible Italian food. The highlight was a day aboard a catamaran, sailing across the crystal-clear Mediterranean. For those who know me, the water is my “happy place” — calming, restorative, and where I feel most at peace.

As special as these days were, the thought of embarking on a two-week fast has been lingering in the back of my mind. The Buchinger Clinic is world-renowned, with another location in Germany, and it was no small feat to secure a room. While I don’t yet know how many others will be in residence, I do know that it’s a supportive community, guided by daily doctor or nurse visits and set within a complete medical spa environment.

I first learned about Buchinger through the late, great osteopath Dr. Guy Voyer. I still remember sitting in a classroom in New York as he described extended fasts — my palms literally breaking out in a cold sweat at the idea. Up until now, the longest fast I’ve ever done was three days. This time, it will be two weeks. I’ve also had friends experience the clinic — including Fritz and Richard. Richard, in fact, just returned from a three-week fast, and when I saw him, I could hardly recognize him. He looked amazing.

My next post will share the check-in process and first-day activities. I also plan to post a daily photo along with my weight. My hope is not to lose too much — weight loss is not my goal, and I don’t have much to spare. This is about something deeper: a reset for body, mind, and spirit. Here are a few photos of my time in Sitges and Sardinia. I am presently checked in to the clinic and waiting for my first visit with the nurse.