Where do I even begin? This retreat — led by the incredibly gifted Lauren of The To Go List — was one of the best gifts to myself. From the very first touchpoint, Lauren’s attention to detail was extraordinary. Before I even booked, she took the time to personally call me and answer every question I had — that kind of care set the tone for everything that followed. Throughout the trip and even after returning home, her thoughtfulness never wavered. Lauren holds space in an incredible way. Her presence was nurturing and empowering — she created an environment where everyone felt safe, seen, and free to honor exactly what they needed. Her morning yoga flows were beautifully restorative, and the journaling prompts and meditations were so thoughtfully curated that they wove together into a genuine journey of self-discovery across the entire week. Each morning and evening built upon the last. It was intentional, meaningful, and transformative. The other extraordinary highlight? The people. The intimate group size meant you could truly connect with everyone — no surface-level small talk, just real, genuine human connection. I am deeply grateful for each person on that journey. And Nosara itself — surf lessons, sunrise beach walks, and the most incredible coffee (and donuts!) you can imagine. Absolute magic. I traveled solo, and it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Whether you’re coming alone, with a friend, or in a group — stop hesitating and book the trip. You will not regret it.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

This was my first ever yoga retreat. I shared on my last day of the retreat that one of the best things about this experience was the people. You never know what you'll get when you bring a group of strangers together, but I feel very lucky to have crossed paths with the individuals I met on this trip, and to have experienced a new place with them filled with so many fun, loving, and supportive moments. I can't speak enough about the way Lauren (The To Go List) makes everyone feel comfortable during the retreat, considering the entire group, whether you never do yoga or you practice regularly, there is something for you here. I felt completely safe with the group, at the hotel, and just with other overall accommodations (such as the transportation to/from airport/hotel). The hotel stay was beautiful, the food that was included was great everyday, and the yoga/meditation space was lovely. I can't wait for my next retreat with The To Go List, and encourage anyone thinking about it to do it if you have the opportunity to book a trip with Lauren!

I had an amazing experience on Lauren's yoga retreat! Lauren handles all the details and is very organized. She quickly takes care of any need that arises. Lauren sets a laid-back zen vibe which permeated our group. The accommodations were perfect and the food was a dream! I would jump at the chance to go on another trip that Lauren organizes!

I just returned from Lauren's retreat in Nosara, Costa Rica, and I cannot recommend it highly enough! From the moment we arrived, Lauren set the tone with such a thoughtful welcome — a personalized itinerary and a beautiful journal that immediately made us feel seen and cared for. The retreat was hosted at Hotel Norte, which was an absolutely fabulous setting. The food was fresh, healthy, and delicious, and the service was top notch. Everything was all-inclusive and seamlessly arranged by Lauren — from meals to excursions to transportation — so we could fully surrender to the experience without a single logistical worry. Lauren led a vinyasa flow each morning that was the perfect way to move into each day, and every evening wrapped up with a guided journaling session and meditation after dinner. It was such a nourishing rhythm. She brought a wonderfully chill, grounded energy to the whole week and created a container that balanced structure with real breathing room — plenty of space for group connection AND quiet solo reflection time. The group that gathered was truly the best, and I walked away feeling restored, inspired, and genuinely grateful for the whole experience. Lauren is an exceptional retreat facilitator in every sense. If you're considering one of her retreats — do it. You will not regret it! 🙏✨

What an incredible experience! This trip was so FUN and LIFE-GIVING. The resort was insane: beautiful and serene with 5-star hospitality and staff. The food was unbelievable every meal. Lauren's yoga sessions were gentle and relaxing which fit the vibe of the whole trip. All of the excursions that were planned for us were top notch from island hopping to visiting an elephant sanctuary to exploring iconic marketplaces and landmarks. Everyone in the group was like-minded people: friendly, adventurous, go-with-the-flow, so even though I didn't know people going in, by the end I had made new friends and shared lots of laughs and memorable experiences.