Journey to the Heart

Provincia de Guanacaste, Tierras Morenas, Costa Rica

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Lauren Racanelli
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Jan 27 - Feb 3, 2024
Group size: 1 - 14
Journey to the Heart
Provincia de Guanacaste, Tierras Morenas, Costa Rica

Lauren Racanelli
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3 reviews

Jan 27 - Feb 3, 2024
Group size: 1 - 14

About this trip

J O U R N E Y    T O    T H E    H E A R T


LEADER: Colby Rolando 


RELAX. ADVENTURE. RETREAT.


Experience the MAGIC OF COSTA RICA.  


Your destination for the week will be Mystica Lodge & Retreats, overlooking Lake Arenal and the Arenal Volcano in the heart of Costa Rica.


A week designed JUST for YOU.  Your invitation awaits to simply pack your bag & come as you are to experience a week of SELF care, SELF reflection & SELF exploration.  We will connect back to the simplicity of life and the inner peace that lies within.


There will be a Balance of 'quiet' time & adventure -- morning sadhana (meditation), yoga in the La Esencia Yoga Sanctuary by the river, an evening of sound healing under the stars...  We will spend a day in La Fortuna relaxing at the natural Hot Springs at the base of the Arenal Volcano, a sunset cruise on Lake Arenal, just to name a few... Spend your free time exploring the beautiful grounds, hiking to a 500 year old Ceiba tree, walking to Lake Arenal, journaling, taking a nap in a hammock...  Come recharge and reconnect with YOURSELF.  


The LUSH Nature and sounds of the jungle + homemade, locally grown foods are just a part of the experience.  Every detail is thoughtfully crafted and designed to support you.  The trip is an authentic experience and will give you a true sense of life in Costa Rica. All Levels welcome, beginners included. Most participants do not have an experienced yoga practice.


Gift yourself the JOURNEY TO THE HEART.  


Close your eyes and BREATHE into that for a moment.  Because I can describe more.... but just envision what is calling you...  <3


And then say, "YES!"

What’s included

  • 7 nights, 6 FULL DAYS
  • All accommodations
  • Exclusive use of MYSTICA
  • 3 Nourishing Meals/Day
  • Yoga/meditation
  • All Excursions
  • Group Circles
  • Sound Healing
  • Airport Shuttle

What’s not included

  • Flight
    Shuttle will be included for flights that fly into Libera at set times.
  • Alcoholic beverages
    can be purchased separately
  • Specialty Treatments
    can be booked separately during free time, some options include massage, craniosacral therapy, reiki

Available Packages

Lodge Double Room

Share a room in Mystica's beautiful Main Lodge (1 queen bed and 1 twin bed). Each room has its own private bathroom, a mini-fridge, a safe, and a shared terrace.  The Main Lodge rooms named after local wildlife and all rooms have a wonderful view of the majestic Arenal Lake and Volcano.


https://www.mysticacostarica.com/wordpress/room/main-lodge/

$2,800
Lodge Single Room

Enjoy a room in Mystica's Main Lodge all to yourself! (1 queen bed) The room has its own private bathroom,  a mini-fridge, coffee maker, and a safe. The Main Lodge rooms named after local wildlife and all rooms have a wonderful view of the majestic Arenal Lake and Volcano.


https://www.mysticacostarica.com/wordpress/room/main-lodge/

$3,300
Upgraded Double Room

Share this accommodation in Mystica's beautiful HAMSA Jungle Cabin. This cabin has its own bathroom with a semi-outdoor shower, a mini fridge, a safe, and a terrace overlooking the jungle and river. 


https://www.mysticacostarica.com/wordpress/room/jungle-cabin-hamsa/

$3,100


Your Organizer


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Lauren Racanelli
3 reviews
Lauren Racanelli is a 200 Hr Certified Yoga Teacher. She has been attending + leading retreats since 2015, and believes in the sacredness of a retreat and has witnessed powerful transformation & growth in her own life and wishes to bring that forward to share with others. As we come together with open hearts and minds there is tremendous opportunity for healing & living a more fully embodied life. Experience the magic of this beautiful country. Embark on a week of relaxation, (SELF) exploration + PURA VIDA. In gratitude, Lauren

Reviews

I'm still dreaming about this wonderful experience at Mystica Resort and Yoga Retreat. It was the perfect combination of beautiful people, (including every single staff member), very clean and comfortable accommodations, and excellent organically grown (on the premises) and delicious meals. The whole experience including the wonderful meditations, yoga sessions, singing bowls session, massage and infrared sauna experiences were a delight to the senses. Kaylan and Lauren, our yoga instructors, went above and beyond in planning this experience and it was more than I ever thought it would be. The schedule allowed for lots of time to process, journal, read, connect with other people and simply enjoy this beautiful facility. The landscaping and colorful signs and the gorgeous sanctuary where we had yoga was surrounded by tropical sounds, comfortable breezes and surprise visits from toucans. The field trip to a farm was excellent, where we tasted so many tropical fruits and learned all about the fauna and how coffee and chocolate are grown and are used. I especially loved our afternoon at the hot springs. We met other interesting people from Australia, which added to the experience. The day trip to Hermosa Beach was a real treat with a gorgeous private beach and restaurant. The only down side of this retreat was leaving! The owners, Francesco, Lori and Barbara were delightful, very talented, kind and interesting people who added another dimension to this experience. I am already dreaming about doing it again! I can't say enough about this place and these people and I wouldn't go anywhere else!
By Marie G for LA ESENCIA: Awaken Your Soul Yoga Retreat 2020 on Mar 05, 2020
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Lauren and Kaylan did a terrific job of planning and executing this experience for all of us. They were helpful with travel planning, and gave excellent advice for packing. There was an excellent balance of yoga time, free time, and extraordinary outings. Our group was made up of people With varying degrees of yoga experience, and from every decade of age from the 20’s to the 70’s; all seemed thrilled with the experience. The venue for this , Mystica Lodge and Retreats was a tropical paradise with the most accommodating hosts and support staff. The food was fresh, healthy and delicious (wow! The desserts!) The yoga sanctuary nestled among the trees and the sounds of a brook and small waterfall was perfectly conducive for calm. Kudos to Lauren and Kaylan.
By Irene S for LA ESENCIA: Awaken Your Soul Yoga Retreat 2020 on Mar 02, 2020
THIS TRIP WAS AMAZING!♥️Lauren and Kaylan led a a retreat that did exactly what it was meant to do~ “Awaken the Soul” ! I must say this was a real awakening start for me surrounded by the loving , welcoming , caring ownership and staff at Mystica Hotel and Lodge ! Everything from the arrival to the departure - food, atmosphere , day trips , soul searching , wellness services, and just overall feeling of “love” was magical and truly needs to be experienced to feel what was felt here on this journey! Thank you both for sharing With ya the owners of Mystica- Lori, Francesco, Barbara and their entire staff with us. This place is a definite gem to visit which will forever hold space in my heart ! ♥️??Thank you Ladies !
By Lisa P for LA ESENCIA: Awaken Your Soul Yoga Retreat 2020 on Feb 29, 2020