THE RECLAMATION
Frequently Asked Questions

CAN I COME ALONE?

Absolutely. Solo travelers are warmly welcome. You don’t need to bring a friend to belong here. We’ll talk through your accommodation preferences and help coordinate roommate matching.

WHAT IF I’M EXCITED—AND A LITTLE NERVOUS?

You’re welcome with both feelings. Traveling somewhere new and joining a group can feel like a big step. Connect with Lena before booking, ask questions, and share what would help you feel comfortable. You don’t need to arrive confident, outgoing, or ready to share your whole story.

DO I NEED EXPERIENCE WITH BREATHWORK OR RETREATS?

No previous experience is needed. We’ll explain the practices, help you prepare, and offer guidance throughout. Before the retreat, you’ll complete a health intake so we can discuss whether the breathwork practices are appropriate for you.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE RETREAT PRICE?

Your retreat includes:

• Seven nights of villa accommodation
• Breakfasts, light lunches, and dinners at the villa
• Facilitated breathwork, ceremony, reflection, and integration experiences
• Selected group excursions identified in the final itinerary
• Journals and retreat gifts
• Pre-retreat connection and preparation
• Post-retreat integration support
• Coordinated round-trip airport transfers for guests traveling on our designated group flights

We may enjoy a group dinner at a local restaurant. Restaurant meals are additional.

WHAT COSTS EXTRA?

Airfare, travel insurance, meals out, Beach Club entry, optional activities, massages, and other personal treatments are additional.

Gratuities are not included. Please budget for any tips you wish to offer excursion guides, drivers, or treatment providers.

Separate airport transfers outside our designated group arrangements may also carry an additional charge.

WHAT ARE MY ROOM OPTIONS?

Premium Private King · $5,500
Your own king bedroom. One space available.

Shared Double-Queen · $4,500 per woman
Two women per room, each with her own queen bed. Six spaces across three rooms.

Four-Queen Shared · $3,900 per woman
Four women sharing a room, each with her own queen bunk.

Every attendee has her own bed. We’re welcoming 11 retreat guests.

CAN I ROOM WITH A FRIEND?

Yes. Let us know when you inquire so we can coordinate your reservations. Both guests must complete their booking requirements to secure their spaces.

HOW ARE THE QUEEN BUNKS ACCESSED AND ASSIGNED?

The room has lower and upper queen bunks. Upper bunks are accessed by stairs, rather than ladders.

Please share your preferred bunk and any mobility considerations when reserving. Requests are prioritized by the date your deposit and bed preference are received, subject to availability.

HOW DO I RESERVE MY SPACE?

Contact Lena to confirm your room choice and receive registration and payment instructions. You can secure your space by paying the required deposit or paying in full.

ARE PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE?

Yes. Payment plans are available, with your remaining balance due no later than March 25, 2027—30 days before the retreat begins. Your payment schedule will be provided when you book.

WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL?

Because accommodations and retreat arrangements are committed in advance, payments are nonrefundable.

If you find someone who would like to take your place, contact Lena. We’ll review their registration and health intake to determine whether the reservation can be transferred.

If a suitable replacement cannot be arranged, the amount you’ve paid may be applied toward a future Serenity Cove retreat, subject to availability and the terms provided at booking.

This also applies if illness prevents you from attending, including shortly before departure. Travel insurance is required.

WHICH AIRPORT SHOULD I USE?

Fly into Liberia International Airport (LIR) in Costa Rica. Be sure to select Liberia, Costa Rica when searching for flights.

HOW DO THE GROUP FLIGHTS WORK?

We’ve secured a limited number of seats on a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Liberia for April 24–May 1, 2027.

You can travel with fellow retreat guests or book independently. Group airfare is optional and purchased separately. Contact Lena for the flight schedule, fare, availability, and booking requirements.

ARE AIRPORT TRANSFERS INCLUDED?

Coordinated round-trip transfers between Liberia Airport and our villa are included for guests traveling on the designated group flights.

If you book independently, contact us before purchasing your ticket. We’ll check whether your arrival and departure times work with the group transfers or help arrange separate transportation at an additional cost.

WHAT WILL A TYPICAL DAY LOOK LIKE?

Our days will blend facilitated experiences with spacious time to rest and enjoy the setting. You might begin with breakfast and a gentle grounding practice, gather for breathwork or reflection, and spend part of the afternoon by the pool or exploring with the group.

Some days will offer more depth; others will leave more room for adventure and play. A sample itinerary will be shared before departure.

DO I HAVE TO PARTICIPATE IN EVERYTHING?

You’re encouraged to listen to your body and communicate your needs. You may pause, modify a practice, or choose to rest. You won’t be pressured to disclose personal experiences or participate beyond your comfort.

If you opt out of an off-site activity, we’ll discuss the practical arrangements with you.

IS BREATHWORK SUITABLE FOR EVERYONE?

No. Some breathwork practices have health considerations that require screening.

Before the retreat, you’ll complete a health intake and have an opportunity to discuss relevant conditions or concerns privately with Lena. Depending on your circumstances, a modified practice or medical clearance may be needed.

Please discuss any concerns before booking.

WHAT WILL THE MEALS BE LIKE?

Breakfasts, light lunches, and dinners at the villa are included. We’re planning delicious, nourishing meals featuring fresh ingredients, local sourcing wherever possible, and the flavors of Costa Rica.

Any restaurant meals or other meals purchased away from the villa are additional.

CAN YOU ACCOMMODATE DIETARY NEEDS?

Please tell us about allergies and dietary requirements before booking so we can confirm what our meal provider can accommodate.

We’ll be clear about any limitations, including cross-contact considerations for severe allergies.

IS BEACH CLUB ACCESS INCLUDED?

Beach Club entry is additional. We currently anticipate a guest entry fee of approximately $5 per person, per day, payable by participants. The applicable rate and access arrangements will be confirmed before departure.

HOW WILL WE GET TO THE BEACH?

We’ll share the villa’s proximity to the beaches and the transportation arrangements before departure, including which outings are part of the group itinerary.

WHAT OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES ARE AVAILABLE?

The area offers opportunities for surfing, horseback riding, biking, golf, tennis, and pickleball, along with beach time and exploring nearby Tamarindo.

Selected retreat excursions are included as identified in the final itinerary. Activities you choose outside that itinerary, and their associated fees, are your responsibility.

IS THE RETREAT PHYSICALLY DEMANDING?

The retreat is not designed to be physically demanding. It does require regular mobility for getting around the villa and participating in outings.

Please share any accessibility needs before booking so we can discuss the setting and activities. Breathwork participation is assessed separately through the health intake.

IS HACIENDA PINILLA A GATED COMMUNITY?

Yes. Our villa is within Hacienda Pinilla’s gated resort community. We’ll share arrival instructions, local contacts, and practical travel guidance before your trip.

DO I NEED TRAVEL INSURANCE?

Travel insurance is required, particularly because retreat payments are nonrefundable. Faye is one provider Lena suggests exploring.

Choose a policy that meets your needs, and review medical, evacuation, cancellation, and interruption coverage, along with any activity or pre-existing-condition exclusions. Coverage and reimbursement depend on your policy’s terms.

WHAT SHOULD I PACK?

Bring lightweight clothing, swimwear, comfortable walking shoes, sandals, sun protection, insect repellent, and comfortable clothing for breathwork and reflection.

We’ll send a detailed packing list before departure, tailored to the final itinerary.

WILL THERE BE WI-FI?

We’ll confirm the villa’s Wi-Fi details in your pre-retreat information. You’re welcome to stay connected with home while also giving yourself time away from everyday demands.

WILL WE CONNECT BEFORE AND AFTER THE RETREAT?

Yes. Pre-retreat connection and preparation are included to help you feel ready and begin getting to know the group.

Post-retreat integration support is also included, offering space to reflect on your experience and bring what you’ve discovered into everyday life. Details will be shared with registered participants.

WHO CAN I CONTACT WITH QUESTIONS?

Reach out to Lena at Serenity Cove. Whether your question is about rooms, travel, the retreat practices, or whether this experience feels right for you, you’re welcome to ask before making your decision.

THE RECLAMATIONFrequently Asked Questions

THE RECLAMATION
Frequently Asked Questions