The Monks were very welcoming and gracious to me while I was there. It was a very good experience for me, and I came away with a few good insights for me and the ministry that I feel called to. I would encourage you to think about taking part in something like that, somewhere, some day, when moved by the Holy Spirit to do so. You could also do a mini retreat, by just going off to a park, a waterfront, an empty church, basically any place where you can feel calm and quiet in your inner core, where you are able to pray, read, and reflect.
Peace, Vernon T.