Copal is a special place, it will always be in my heart. I experienced deep healing on this retreat, I will be forever grateful to Candace, Marco, Memo, Janet, Alfredo, and the entire team at Copal. They have created a beautiful home-away-from-home, we were all treated like family. I haven't laughed so hard in ages, I felt as though I spent the week with friends I had known for years. The meals the kitchen team prepared for us every day were beautiful and nourishing, the rooms were serene, the views were incredible. I truly felt cared for. Marco and Memo were fantastic hosts, we all connected so quickly, and we shared many laughs, stories, adventures, and even a few tears. Marco manages Copal with grace, and every guest had everything they needed. Memo planned out excursions that were exciting and he shared his beautiful culture with us through food, drink, and stories. They have an incredible team. Candace has a calming presence, and her yoga teaching style is great for every level, from beginners to advanced yogis. She is very skilled in sequencing, our practices were balanced, my body feels so strong after our week together. She has compassion and empathy for all of her students, and the self-inquiry that she includes, the questions she posed to us, the journaling prompts, the quotes and teachings, all enhanced my experience and really connected my mind, body, and heart. She is my personal favourite yoga teacher I have ever practiced with, I would book another retreat with her in a heartbeat, and I am grateful she brought us all to Copal. I will be back!