Connect and Nourish Yoga Retreat

April 14–18, 2026 | Casa Alternavida | Puerto Rico

Join your hosts Veronique Ory and Erin Lanahan Kolenda for 5 days at the magical Casa Alternavida!

Come back home…

To your heart, to the sweet and sacred wisdom within, to your breath, to nature, to the seat of the Soul.

Rest, Restore, Replenish, Rejuvenate, Reboot…

This retreat is designed to circle you back to your natural state of vitality and joy.

About Casa Alternavida

Casa Alternavida is an intimate, boutique retreat center tucked away in the lush rainforest of Puerto Rico, just minutes from golden beaches and vibrant culture. This private sanctuary offers the perfect blend of adventure, luxury, and nature immersion—an oasis designed for deep connection and mindful restoration.

With the rainforest as your backdrop and the ocean as your neighbor, this is a place where you can truly let go, breathe deeply, and return to yourself.

• Activities: Waterfall hikes, rainforest walks, sacred cave explorations, dips in hidden swimming holes, snorkeling, surfing, and beach adventures.

• Yoga: Twice daily practices with meditation, mindful movement, and breathwork, crafted to energize and restore.

• Meals: Two nourishing, locally sourced meals daily prepared with love, highlighting fresh island produce and Caribbean flavors.
  

Why Puerto Rico?

Puerto Rico is a tropical paradise that feels worlds away yet is incredibly easy to reach. With direct flights from many U.S. cities and no passport required for U.S. citizens, arriving here is effortless. Once you land, you’ll find yourself immersed in an island alive with color, music, and warmth.

Here, the rainforest meets the sea—you can hike to hidden waterfalls in the morning and be swimming in turquoise waters by the afternoon. Explore the glowing bioluminescent bays, wander the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan, or simply savor the rhythm of island life.

Our excursions will give you a taste of this vibrant land: from adventuring through El Yunque National Forest, to waterfall picnics, cave explorations, snorkeling along coral reefs, and watching golden sunsets by the ocean. Puerto Rico is not just a destination; it’s an experience of joy, ease, and belonging.

Travel

• Arrival: Book your flight into San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU). Casa Alternavida is a short 35–40 minute drive from the airport.

• Check-in: After 2:00 pm on April 14th.

• Check-out: 10:30 am on April 18th.

• Transportation: We will provide guidance and support with airport transfers to ensure your journey is seamless.

Sample Daily Rhythm

(Flow is intentionally spacious—each day will weave practice, nourishment, adventure, and rest.)

• Morning: Sunrise meditation or rainforest walk followed by a deep movement & breath practice.

• Late Morning: Nourishing breakfast, then time to journal, relax, or take in the lush surroundings.

• Afternoon Excursion Options (rotating through the week):
  

  • Guided rainforest hike to hidden waterfalls + picnic lunch

  • Snorkeling or swimming in turquoise Caribbean waters

  • Cave explorations or sacred cave meditations

  • Surf lesson or playful beach adventure

  • Visit to Old San Juan’s colorful streets and historic charm

  • Time for massage, hammock rest, or a mindful pause in the gardens
    

• Evening: Gentle restorative or workshop-style yoga practice.

• Dinner: A vibrant, plant-forward feast highlighting Puerto Rican flavors.

• Night: Rest under the rainforest canopy, journal under the stars, or gather in soulful community.

Cancellation Policy

• Deposits: Your deposit secures your spot and is non-refundable.

• Refunds:
  

  • $750 Reservation Deposit: Non-refundable but transferable.

  • More than 120 days before the retreat: 90% refund of payments above the deposit.

  • 120 days or less before the retreat: No refunds.

  • No refunds for early departure.
    

• Retreat Cancellation: Instructors reserve the right to cancel up to 30 days prior if minimum participation is not met. In this case, all payments will be fully refunded.

  
  

The Vision

Discover new parts of yourself—and new parts of the world—with us.

This retreat is meant to provide you with whatever it is you need. Whether you’re looking for introspection and stillness or community and adventure, we are here to support you.

Join us for a week of slow living, soulful practices, rainforest and ocean adventures, nourishing food, and nature therapy.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Casa Alternavida and share this transformative journey with you.

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sunrise walk

energetic practice

early evening workshop/restorative practice

Nature trails

Cooking Class

Spa Services and more!