Playa Santa Teresa

April 10-15, 2012

Enjoy a week in paradise with yoga instructor Brynn Rybacek at an elegant oceanfront hotel on the spectacular beach of Playa Santa Teresa in Costa Rica. Brynn’s consciously themed daily yoga classes will provide the backdrop for your personal journey into relaxation and rejuvenation. Santa Teresa boasts some the world’s most beautiful beaches and offers year-round waves at its premier surf spots. Enjoy ocean views unobstructed by high-rise buildings, lounge in the hotel’s free-form saltwater pool, and dine daily on gourmet meals prepared with fresh local fish and organic meats, fruits, and vegetables in the open-air restaurant.

 Included in the price:

§  6 days, 5 nights accommodation at the exquisite Pranamar Villas (All taxes included)

§  Daily gourmet breakfast and dinner (vegan, vegetarian, and carnivore-friendly J)

§  Daily invigorating two-hour morning yoga sessions with Brynn

§  Daily afternoon/evening restorative yoga sessions complete with guided meditations and breath work

§  One free surf lesson (beginners welcome!) OR one-hour massage

§  Several hours of free-time every afternoon to surf the world-class waves, hike through the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve, zip-line through the jungle, snorkel in the tide pools, lounge in a hammock, or relax at the pool

§  Daily feelings of joy and serenity along with friendships and memories that will last a lifetime

Not included:

§  Airfare

§  Transfers (although we are happy to provide assistance!)

§  Lunch

§  Outside tours or activities

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Typical Day

Never been on a Yoga Vacation and wondering what to expect?

Imagine this: Awaken in the morning to the sound of ocean waves. Stroll down to the open-air restaurant for a delicious breakfast before taking a leisurely walk on the beach. Head over to the spacious, ocean-view yoga shala for an invigorating morning yoga session led by Brynn. Spend your afternoon riding world-class waves, taking your first surf lesson, indulging in a massage, snorkeling in the tide-pools, lounging at the pool, taking a zip-line adventure, or hiking in the Cabo Blanco Absolute Reserve. Then meet back to the yoga shala for a more restorative and centering evening yoga session complete with guided meditations and breath work. Saunter back to the restaurant to laugh and converse in the company of your new friends over a gourmet dinner prepared with fresh local ingredients. Finally, return to your luxurious villa or bungalow for a restful night’s sleep, filled with feelings of gratitude.

In a place where your biggest decision of the day will be: “Should I get a massage or read by the pool?” you will easily find yourself slowing down and moving into a state of calm reflection. Spending a week so close to nature allows our minds to detoxify from the effects of constant inundation from media, computers, and fast-paced technology, and gives us the opportunity to re-connect to the most essential and true part of ourselves. Come find out why Santa Teresa was voted one of the top ten most beautiful beaches in the world by Tripadvisor.com! (This retreat is open to all levels.)

Accommodations

Poolside Villas: Two story, two bedrooms (1 king & 2 twin beds), two bathrooms, sunken granite tub, a/c in bedrooms, fans, two terraces overlooking the swimming pool with ocean views – view pictures - 1 VILLA REMAINING
     Single Occ (private room and bathroom in shared villa) $1495
     Double Occ (shared room and bathroom in shared villa) $1295

Garden View Bungalow: One queen bed, one bathroom, small living space with a single sofa bed, ceiling fans, a/c and large deck – view pictures - FULL
     Single Occ (private bungalow, separate unit, one bedroom, one bathroom) $1675
     Double Occ (shared room and bathroom in a bungalow) $1335

Oceanfront Villa: Oceanfront, directly in front of the beach, two extra spacious bedrooms (1 king & 2 twin beds), two bathrooms, sunken granite tub, a/c in bedrooms, fans, oversized verandas, full kitchen - view pictures - FULL
     Single Occ (private room and bathroom in shared villa) $1695
     Double Occ (shared room and bathroom in shared villa) $1425

Oceanfront Bungalow: Ocean views directly in front of the beach, queen bed, one bathroom, fans, a/c, large deck with hammock and table, small living space with single sofa couch/bed, small refrigerator - view pictures - FULL
     Single Occ (private bungalow, separate unit, one bedroom, one bathroom) $1975
     Double Occ (shared room and bathroom in a bungalow) $1445

Arrival & Departure Information

Plan to fly into the Costa Rican capital's international airport, San Jose Juan Santamaria (code SJO). If you plan to arrive on Tuesday, April 10 make sure that your flight arrival time is no later than 12 noon so that you can make the transfer to Santa Teresa that day. You may instead opt to arrive on Monday evening and spend the night in the San Jose area before continuing on to Santa Teresa the next morning.

There are several ways which you can arrive to the retreat location in Santa Teresa on the Nicoya Peninsula. From San Jose, you may take a domestic flight with Nature Air or Sansa (The nearest airport to Santa Teresa is Tambor which is a 25-minute flight. Tambor to Santa Teresa is a 45-min taxi drive.) If the flight times on these airlines are not convenient, you may instead choose to charter a private flight for up to 6 people for about $575. To save money and enjoy a more scenic journey via land and ferry, you may opt for a private shuttle and driver (travel time is about 5 hrs and cost is $360 per 12-person vehicle one-way) Transfers are not included in the retreat package cost.  However, True FLOW Yoga and Pranamar are happy to help you make your travel arrangements.

Due to its more remote location than other beaches in Costa Rica, Santa Teresa has been protected from over development and maintains a laid-back vibe. While it might take a bit more time to reach this pristine beach lined by wild jungle on the Nicoya Peninsula it is a tropical paradise worth the journey!

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