Soulstice Womens Retreat Costa Rica

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YOGA & ART WOMEN'S RETREAT

Montezuma, Costa Rica

June 17-23

Are you ready to relax, recharge & reconnect? Join us on this transformative mind, body, spirit adventure to feed your soul with yoga, intuitive art, meditation, shamanic healing practices, and FUN!!! We have exclusive access to the beautiful Amor de Mar hotel, which will be our home away from home during the retreat. It is truly a special place filled with nourishing energy, nestled between the lush jungle and the Pacific Ocean along with it's very own tide pool.

Each day you will be guided through practices and experiences exploring the elements of nature to build connections with your mind, body, soul, and nature in a supportive container. This is truly a celebration of women, sisterhood and awakening to the fullest expression of your being to become fully present, so you can live intentionally as an empowered co-creator in your life. This boutique retreat was intentionally planned in alignment with the summer solstice and full moon. It will culminate with a despacho, or prayer bundle, ceremony on the last night of our retreat.

We have a few excursions included, and most days you will have free time to explore the surrounding beaches, swim in the waterfall, take a surf lesson, or simply relax in a hammock on the gorgeous grounds, perhaps taking advantage of the spa services offered in el Jardin Sanador (healing garden). While the hotel is very private, it's easy to walk into town where you can find a market, shops, and restaurants. The hotel can help arrange any additional excursions.

No experience is necessary for art or yoga.

See ACCOMMODATIONS below for pricing. Installment plans available. Reserve your spot now for just $595.00!

Sample Schedule

Morning yoga
Breakfast
Intuitive Art
Free time
Dinner
Evening yoga/meditation/circles
Relax

Included

Daily breakfast/dinner
Daily yoga/art/ceremonies
Art supplies
Bioluminescent Sea Kayaking
Tortuga Island Snorkeling Day (Incudes lunch)
Cabuya afternoon
All taxes, gratuities, and transportation for included meals/excursions
Assistance with travel and activity arrangement

Optional Excursions/Activities

Spa Services- El Jardin Sanador
Montezuma Waterfall hike/swim
Zip lining
ATV rental
Hiking
Turtle Release
Cabo Blanco National Park
Surf Lessons
Other Beaches

We are thrilled to bring this vision to fruition and to be your guides on this journey.

We can't wait!

Candice & Amanda XO

MEET YOUR TEACHERS

artist, dallas, creativity, expression, retreat, intuitive art

Candice Lindsay, MA

Candice Lindsay is a Dallas-based artist living and creating in Oak Cliff. She grew up in Louisiana with themes from that time often emerging in her artwork. Invented new places often appear in her Art as imagined cities from childhood dreams, exploring different landscapes, and finding nature's treasures. Her wanderlust dramatically influences her work, and images of her travels peek through her paintings.

Candice experiments with various mediums to create collages and mixed-media artwork; she often uses acrylics in a palette of bright and vibrant colors. Her style is loose and expressionistic to communicate the feeling of a place or idea of a place.

Candice is an Art Educator and received her Master's in Art Education from the University of Florida. Her capstone research received the 2016 Eco Educators Award from WFAA. In addition, she is an avid contributor to Arts education in the community by serving on the Dallas Museum of Art Educator Advisory Council and a regular presenter at Texas Art Educator's Association conventions since 2013. She also works as an art educator consultant for professional development services to art educators. She has been active with Kettle Art since 2017. She is currently working in her studio space at Art on Main in Dallas, Texas.

yoga, yoga retreat, healing, nature, transformation, soul

Amanda Nitschke, M.S. CCC-SLP, RYT200, Shamanic Practitioner, Reiki Master

Amanda is a spiritual mentor, speech-language pathologist, thought leader, best-selling author and public speaker. She received her undergraduate degree in Spanish Linguistics from the University of Texas at Austin, and her Master's in Communication Sciences & Disorders from Southwest Texas State University. She completed her yoga teacher training in 2009 at YogaYoga in Austin, TX and later went on to study Andean Mysticism at the Austin Shamanic Center. In her healing and therapy practices, she weaves together her yogic and shamanic practices with over twenty years of experience treating children with neurodevelopmental differences.

Her innovative approach to life, learning and well-being addresses building connection and communication on the physical, mental and spiritual (energetic) levels. Amanda is passionate about holding space for others as they awaken to their inner power and step into the fullest expression of their being.

Amanda is inspired daily by her ten-year-old son, who is also her favorite travel buddy, and their three kitties. (No, she’s not a crazy cat lady!) She’s a yoga lover and a Mesa Carrier in the Q’ero tradition. She loves last-minute trips, exploring in nature and watching the magic of life unfold with her son. Learn more about Amanda at www.pachayoga.org.

ACCOMMODATIONS

This gorgeous boutique hotel in paradise is your home away from home for the retreat, and we have it all to ourselves! With only 9 rooms and 2 villas, it's an intimate oasis with plenty of room to relax and play on the lush ocean-front grounds. Nestled between the Montezuma River, the jungle, and the Pacific Ocean close to the tip of the Nicoya Peninsula, the energy is special here, and it's the perfect place to hold space for us on this soul journey.

Hotel Amor de Mar has been a family run local business for the past 30 years. Amor de Mar actively supports the local community of Montezuma. All of their fruit and vegetables are organically grown and sourced from local producers. Their delicious marmalades are all homemade with organic fruit by a woman in Cabuya. They also source our eggs from the next town over. They do their best to get all they need from local producers so you and your family can get a taste of the real Costa Rica. Throughout the hotel and restaurant you will find unique art, mosaics, artisanal lamps and furniture made by local artists. The owner supports the local school by contributing to special educational art and dance projects as well as improving the infrastructure.

Please email Amanda at amanda@pachayoga.org to confirm your room choice and roommate, if applicable. Please feel free to reach out with any questions about the rooms or if you'd like us to match you with a roommate.

Reserve your spot now with a deposit of $595.00. Pricing varies depending on choice of accommodations.

Amapola

Amapola is a front-facing room located on the ground floor. This accommodation is wheelchair accessible with plenty of space in the bathroom. Enjoy a nice cup of coffee on the private terrace overlooking the garden and ocean views. Perfect way to start the morning!

1 Queen Bed
Amenities: Air-conditioning, Closet, Coffee Stand, Daily Maid Service, Fiber Optic Wifi, Floor fan, Hot water, Mini-Refrigerator, Ocean View, Private Bathroom, Safety box, Terrace, Wheelchair accessible, Work Desk
Number of guests: 1, 2

Single Occupancy $3295

Double Occupancy $2695 per person

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Malinche

Malinche is a large airy front-facing room located on the ground floor. This sunlit corner room has a fantastic private terrace that offers river, garden and ocean views. Perfect for a small group of friends or family.

2 Queen Beds
Amenities: Air-conditioning, Closet, Coffee Stand, Daily Maid Service, Fiber Optic Wifi, Floor fan, Hairdryer, Hot water, Mini-Refrigerator, Ocean View, Private Bathroom, Safety box, Terrace
Number of guests: 1, 2, 3, 4

Double Occupancy $2795 per person

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Heliconia

Heliconia is one of our more private accomodations. This corner room is located on the second floor with a large front facing window that fills with sunlight and an ocean breeze. From the private balcony you can enjoy the views of the river, garden and the ocean making it the perfect spot!

1 Queen Bed
Amenities: Air-conditioning, Balcony, Closet, Coffee Stand, Daily Maid Service, Fiber Optic Wifi, Floor fan, Hairdryer, Hot water, Mini-Refrigerator, Ocean View, Private Bathroom, Safety box, Work Desk
Number of guests: 1, 2

Single Occupancy $3495

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Plumeria

Plumeria is located on the ground floor facing the garden. Plumeria offers a large terrace to take in the greenery and river views. This room also offers plenty of privacy to enjoy and just relax!

1 Queen Bed
Amenities: Air-conditioning, Closet, Coffee Stand, Daily Maid Service, Fiber Optic Wifi, Floor fan, Garden/River view, Hairdryer, Hot water, Mini-Refrigerator, Private Bathroom, Safety box, Side Ocean View, Terrace
Number of guests: 1, 2

Single Occupancy $3195

Double Occupancy $2595 per person

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Orquidea

Orquidea is one of our most special accommodations. Located on the second floor with a large front facing window, this bright and airy room has a little bridge connecting the private balcony. Enjoy the view that looks over the green garden down to the ocean. Perfect for early morning sunrises!

1 Queen Bed
Amenities: Air-conditioning, Balcony, Closet, Coffee Stand, Daily Maid Service, Fiber Optic Wifi, Floor fan, Hairdryer, Hot water, Mini-Refrigerator, Ocean View, Private Bathroom, Safety box, Work Desk
Number of guests: 1, 2

Single Occupancy $3495

Double Occupancy $2895 per person

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Magnolia

Magnolia is our biggest accommodation. Located on the second floor this front facing room has a large balcony to enjoy the captivating view of the grounds down to the ocean. A perfect spot for morning coffee!

2 Queen Beds
Amenities: Air-conditioning, Balcony, Closet, Coffee Stand, Daily Maid Service, Fiber Optic Wifi, Floor fan, Hairdryer, Hot water, Mini-Refrigerator, Ocean View, Private Bathroom, Safety box, Work Desk
Number of guests: 1, 2, 3, 4

Single Occupancy $3995

Double Occupancy $2995 per person

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Buganvilla

Buganvilla is located on the second floor on the far side of the hotel. This ample sized room enjoys beautiful garden and river views from the balcony. Buganvilla also offers privacy as it borders only one other room and is perfect for a small group of friends or family.

1 Queen Bed, 1 Bunk Bed (3 beds total)
Amenities: Air-conditioning, Balcony, Closet, Coffee Stand, Daily Maid Service, Fiber Optic Wifi, Floor fan, Garden/River view, Hairdryer, Hot water, Mini-Refrigerator, Private Bathroom, Safety box, Side Ocean View, Work Desk
Number of guests: 1, 2, 3, 4

Double/Triple Occupancy $2395 per person

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Cala

Cala is located on the second floor at the back side of the hotel. This lovely room lets in natural light and is one of our more budget-friendly accommodations.

1 Queen Bed
Amenities: Air-conditioning, Closet, Daily Maid Service, Fiber Optic Wifi, Floor fan, Hairdryer, Hot water, Private Bathroom, Safety box, Work Desk
Number of guests: 1, 2

Single Occupancy $2795

Double Occupancy $1995 per person

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Bromelia

Bromelia is located on the second floor at the back side of the hotel. This lovely room lets in natural light and is one of our more budget-friendly accommodations.

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed
Amenities: Air-conditioning, Closet, Daily Maid Service, Fiber Optic Wifi, Floor fan, Hot water, Private Bathroom, Safety box
Number of guests: 1, 2, 3

Double Occupancy $2395 per person

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Casa Luna Villa

Casa Luna is one of our most versatile and unique accommodations, housing up to 7 people. This beautiful two-story Villa has an open porch with three small bedrooms downstairs (two with a single bed, and one with a double bed), and A/C upstairs and downstairs. There is a fully equipped kitchen, dining table, a large tropical garden bathroom with hot water and two sinks, and an upstairs bathroom with a shower. The upstairs bedroom has one single and one queen-sized bed, along with a wrap-around balcony with comfortable chairs and a small couch for lounging to enjoy the sea view and oceanfront garden. The house is thoughtfully decorated with plants and artistic lighting for an added ambiance. There is also an outdoor sitting/dining area and BBQ available just steps from the Villa.

Guests: 7 (5 beds total)
View: Ocean
Villa
Amenities: Air-conditioning, BBQ and Dining Table, Closet, Daily Maid Service, Fiber Optic Wifi, Floor fan, Fully equipped kitchen, Hairdryer, Hot water, Nikken Water Filter, Ocean View, Private Bathroom, Safety box, Terrace, Work Desk
Number of guests: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Multiple Occupancy $2795 per person

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RESERVED

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What's Included...

Daily breakfast/dinner
Daily yoga/art/ceremonies
Art supplies
Bioluminescent Sea Kayaking
Tortuga Island Snorkeling Day (Incudes lunch)
Cabuya afternoon
All taxes, gratuities, and transportation for included meals/excursions

Not Included

Airfare to and from Costa Rica
Transportation to/from the airport to Hotel Amor de Mar in Montezuma, Costa Rica and back to airport, (We can help arrange shuttles.)
Lunches with the exception of Tortuga Island Excursion
Optional Excursions
Spa Services
Travel Insurance

Travel Info

Check-in: Monday, June 17 at 2:00pm for rooms, 3:00 p.m. for Casa Luna Villa

(You can arrive as early as you like, as we can store luggage so you can enjoy as much of the place as possible.)

Check-out Sunday, June 23 at 11:00 a.m.

(Luggage storage is also available, so you can leave at your convenience.)

We will have a welcome dinner and opening ceremony on the first evening when everyone arrives on Monday, June 17.

If you plan to arrive in Costa Rica on Monday, June 17, you need to book a flight that arrives early in the day so you can then take a shuttle (a 5 hour ride) to Montezuma. Otherwise, plan on arriving the day before (Sunday, June 16).

Getting to Montezuma

Costa Rica has two international airports. You will fly to either Liberia (LIR) or San Jose (SJO) and then take a shuttle or fly.

Flight: Take a quick flight from LIR or SJO to Cóbano (ACO) on Sansa or Green Airways. (Cóbano is about 15 minutes away from Montezuma).
Shuttles: The hotel is happy to assist in arranging private or shared transportation from/to the airport or other locations in Costa Rica and group people together as needed. The quickest way to get to Amor de Mar is from San Jose to Montezuma via a shuttle that includes both driving and boat taxi (note that the luggage weight is limited for this option). However, this leaves early in the morning from San Jose hotel, and picks you up from your hotel.

Shuttle Companies for travel to Montezuma/Liberia, San Jose or other locations in Costa Rica

Tropical Tours

Zuma Tours

Otherwise, you can take a shared or private shuttle from Liberia or San Jose. From San Jose, this includes a ferry crossing.

Here are some examples, but again, the hotel will gladly arrange it for you.

From Liberia to Montezuma
There is a private transfer pick-up at 8:45 am, Shuttle 5 HRS.
(Pick-up directly from any Hotel or at the Minimarket Lib Airport)

There are shared shuttle options for approximately $60/per person (+13% tax) that leave at 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. It’s a 5 hour ride from Liberia Airport LIR Terminal in Costa Rica to Montezuma beach in Puntarenas, Costa Rica.

We can arrange a private transfer, as well, which can be more flexible with times.

From San Jose to Montezuma

Two departures a day:

1- Pick-up between 7:00am and 7:45am, Shuttle+Taxi-Boat less than 4 HRS
(Pick-up directly from the airport or Hotel, 2 people are required to operate the service)

2- Pick-up between 2pm and 2:15pm, Shuttle+Ferry 6HRS
(Pick-up directly from the airport or Hotel, 3 people are required to operate the service)

From Montezuma to San Jose

Boat Taxi + Shuttle

Leaves daily from Montezuma at 8:30 a.m.

Shuttle Companies for travel to Montezuma/Liberia, San Jose or other locations in Costa Rica

Tropical Tours

Zuma Tours

We are happy to recommend activities if you are arriving in Costa Rica early or extending your stay after the retreat.

Payments, Refunds & Cancellations

A deposit of $595 is required to reserve your room. When making the deposit, you can choose to pay the balance in full or in installments. The first payment after the deposit will occur 1 month after the deposit is made. The balance must be paid in full by April 1, 2024

Refunds & Cancellations: Refund less deposit before March 1, 2024. No refunds after March 1, 2024. In case of cancellation, you may transfer your deposit or reservation to another person as long as you notify us more than 21 days in advance of the retreat.

Travel Insurance

To insure your investment, it is highly recommended that you consider purchasing travel insurance in the event you need to cancel, (including "cancel for any reason coverage"), as well as coverage for expenses incurred due to weather and travel delays, personal property loss, and emergency medical services needed during your trip. Please review policies carefully and choose what you need. Travel insurance is available from companies like Allianz Travel Insurance & Travel Guard.

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