If you have attended previous Awakened Wellness retreats in Costa Rica or at 1Tribe Farm, chances are this one will be a great fit for you! If this would be your first "retreat center" retreat with Awakened Wellness, please consider the following: This retreat is a good fit for those who are: • Ready and wanting to step outside of their day-to-day routines, and slow down in a way that allows presence and self-care to be your priorities. • Open to (guided) self-exploration and reflection as a path towards a more fulfilling life + improved health. • Interested in yoga and/or other mind-body practices as methods of self-care. • Interested in connecting with other open-minded people who are on a wellness journey and/or value caring for their wellbeing in a holistic way. • Comfortable with nature. You will be in an open-air jungle environment for the full week - it is magical and deeply restorative on so many levels, but will feel and look different from home. • Self-sufficient when it comes to travel and navigating new experiences. You will have to take at least two flights and navigate an international airport to arrive at Blue Osa - I promise it is worth it, but it is also important to be aware of the travel required. This retreat is NOT a good fit for those who are: • Wanting a weeklong tour of Costa Rica. We will primarily be based on the Blue Osa campus, which is quite remote. While a deeply immersive experience that will leave you intimately connected to the beauty of Costa Rica, our focus is on slowing down and being present with our immediate surroundings rather than venturing out. • Seeking an environment where alcohol or drugs are the avenue for letting loose, socializing or coping with stress. Alternatively, this is a week where you will be supported in taking care of your wellbeing physically and mentally through the lens of holistic mind-body health. • Desiring an experience free of interaction with others. Please know that solo travelers are welcome and encouraged (we always have some on every retreat!) - and I believe that pockets of alone time are essential for a meaningful retreat experience! However, if you are only wanting alone time, this retreat may not be a good fit for you. Part of the magic of Awakened Wellness retreats comes through the balance of community and free time that is intentionally incorporated into the retreat. If you have any further questions based on the above or would like to connect via phone to see if this retreat is the right fit for you and your intentions, please reach out and we can set up a time for a call.

Please plan to fly into SJO by 11 AM CST on Saturday, January 24. Please plan to fly out of SJO no earlier than 2 PM CST on Saturday, January 31. Once you book your international flight, Lindsay and the Blue Osa Travel team will help you book a short domestic flight from SJO to and from the retreat center (currently $340 round trip, price subject to change). **If you need to arrive a day early or stay a day late to expand your flight options, Lindsay is happy recommend two airport hotels: Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen for a higher end experience, The Adventure Inn for an economical and more local/cultural experience, or The Holiday Inn Express for a super convenient and economical option**

A valid Passport from your country of citizenship is required for entry into Costa Rica, as well as proof of your return flight. The customs process will take place at SJO upon arrival.

The official currency of Costa Rica is the colón (CRC), however USD is also widely accepted. Note that Blue Osa lists its prices for Spa treatments, excursions and onsite purchases in USD. Credit Cards are accepted for any optional expenses incurred at Blue Osa (mentioned above). Blue Osa will keep a tab of all purchases throughout the week and you will be able to pay your balance prior to departure. Tips for tour guides and retreat center staff must be made in cash (either CRC or USD). It is recommended to bring up to $300 for gratuities, depending on how many excursions and spa treatments you plan to book.

Please notify your doctor of your travel plans to receive their guidance and consult the CDC (https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/costa-rica)for any additional advice.

Please note that the yoga shala requires a flight of stairs to access. The beach requires a short flight of earthen stairs to access as well. There are also pebbled (uneven) paths that connect several of the main gathering areas on campus. Most rooms are on the ground floor. In addition, travel via a small aircraft with stairs to access is generally required to make your way between San Jose and Blue Osa (although ground transportation is also possible). If you have any physical considerations that may be affected by the above factors, I would be happy to connect with you for a 1:1 conversation to see if Blue Osa is set-up to meet your needs. If Blue Osa is not the ideal environment for you, please know that accessibility is a factor I will be considering for future retreat locations.

Blue Osa provides filtered water in the dining area, available 24/7 along with coffee and teas. The retreat center advises that you do not drink the water from faucets and stick to the filtered water they provide because our microbiome is not used to their unfiltered water.

Blue Osa provides fresh, locally sourced meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fruit, as well as organic coffee and teas are available 24/7 in the dining area. Eggs are available made to order 6 of the 7 mornings, and chicken or fish will be served approximately 4 times during the week. The remainder of the meals provided are primarily plant-based. Vegan and vegetarian options are available at every meal, as well as gluten and dairy-free. To see a sample 7-day menu, click here.(https://www.blueosa.com/7-day-menu-blue-osa-yoga-retreat-farm-table-meals/)

Wi-Fi is available in the dining area at Blue Osa. Please note that Blue Osa observes morning silence, and the Wi-Fi will be turned off during this time until 7:30 AM each day. The Wi-Fi is also turned off during dinner time to encourage presence and connection with where you are!

Yes, and No! A/C is a rarity on the Osa Peninsula, a part of Costa Rica that values a near-to-nature dynamic. As such, the majority of Blue Osa's campus is open air, allowing for the cool jungle and water breezes to move through alll buildings. That being said, Blue Osa has recently upgraded 4 premium rooms to be climate controlled with in-room A/C. If this is important to you, you are welcome to select one for your stay. All remaining rooms benefit from large windows that can be opened and a high quality ceiling fan. Temperatures are warm during the day but cool down nicely in the evenings.

We will be visiting the Osa Peninsula during its dry season. The weather is generally sunny, and daytime temperatures tend to be in the mid-80s, though can swing higher and lower. Temperatures tend to cool off in the evenings, and there is generally a nice breeze off the water! It's the perfect climate for a little break from the winter cold!

Blue Osa staff is available 24/7 to assist with any medical needs. There is a medical clinic in the town of Puerto Jimenez, accessible via an 18 minute taxi ride. Travel Insurance is highly recommended for medical situations as well.

Upon submission, your $400 deposit is non-refundable. This allows us to offer the most reasonable rates possible as space must be held for each individual registrant and Awakened Wellness's investment to reserve Blue Osa for our group is also non-refundable. Planning on and for your attendance begins immediately upon sign-up, and we consider your registration a commitment to attend. Thank you for understanding, we LOVE hosting retreats and our registration + cancelation policy is what allows us to continue to do so. We do know things happen, and aim to provide the most accommodating cancellation policy possible. Please feel free to review all terms via the file below. They are also provided for your review and consent during the registration process.

This retreat will have up to 20 attendees. We have the retreat center all to ourselves the full week!

All COVID requirements for international travelers into and out of Costa Rica have been lifted. If measures change closer to the retreat date, Lindsay will be certain to inform all participants so you can prepare accordingly.