Mindful Wellness Experience for Health Care Workers

duration
6 days · 5 nights
travel date
Jan 13 - 18, 2025
activity level
Moderate
group size
12
transportation
Group airport transfers
Your TourHero

Dr. Jenna Creaser
Dr. Jenna is committed to helping others live a more balanced and healthy life. Her career as a physician includes Rural Family Practice, Women’s Health, Maternity Care, and Functional Medicine. After completing her medical training, she continued to explore and gain experience in several other holistic modalities including Ayurveda, Yoga, Acupuncture, Hypnotherapy, Health Coaching, Herbalism and more.

She is also a certified Yoga teacher with 500+ hours of training focused on mental health and yoga therapy. Her training also includes Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Compassionate Inquiry (Dr. Gabor Mate’s CI training). Jenna recognizes the ongoing personal growth and self care required to serve others and live well in today’s society, humbly continuing her own work and healing as her practice grows. She believes with intention and awareness we can become more grounded, balanced, healthy, empowered and present in our own lives… co-creating a healthier, more beautiful world. She loves to travel and connect with others in wild spaces and places, often with her companion Hanz (a mini dachshund) along for the ride. Jenna looks forward to coming together with fellow healthcare providers - to learn from one another, and take a well deserved pause - filling up our cups in paradise.

Dr. Tamara Adamek
Dr. Tamara Adamek is a physician and meditation teacher. She lives in rural Ontario where she practices family medicine with a special interest in palliative care.

She completed Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) teacher training at the University of Massachusetts Memorial Health Medical Center, where MBSR was originally developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn. She holds certificates in mindfulness meditation teacher training from the Open Heart Project with Susan Piver, and most recently completed Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield’s Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program.

After experiencing burnout early in her medical career, for the sheer fun of it and to reconnect with play and creativity, she became a certified raw food chef. The kitchen continues to be her playground, where she develops whole food plant based recipes and practices a burgeoning interest in mindful, intuitive eating. She is delighted to be collaborating with Jenna to breathe, play and move in community, and ultimately to connect with the innate wisdom we all possess to optimally care for ourselves and the world around us.

Costa Rica > Mindful Wellness Experience for Health Care Workers

To properly take care of others, you have to take care of yourself first. On this six-day journey, you and a group of like-minded healthcare workers will be given the chance to do just that. Here, you won’t be beholden to anyone, so you can engage in rejuvenating daily yoga sessions, group meditations, and mindfulness workshops, all within the backdrop of lush Costa Rica. Say yes to yourself with this wellness retreat and secure your spot today!

Physicians can claim up to 16 hours of non-accredited CME hours for this program.

Notes:
- *Lunches and dinners are not included in the retreat package price.
- The retreat schedule is subject to changes based on the group's needs and due to the nature of such experiences. We will give participants a schedule with times and more details on day one of our retreat.

Itinerary timeline
Day 1 · Guanacaste
Arrive at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport
Group transfer from airport to accommodation
Check-in at Azul Hotel & Retreat
Introductions
Dinner*/Evening break
Opening circle
Day 2 · Guanacaste
Morning meditation + group yoga
Breakfast
Mindfulness/group session
Free time/Lunch* break
Dinner*/Evening break
Evening slow yoga -> Yoga Nidra led by Dr. Jenna
Day 3 · Guanacaste
Morning meditation + group yoga
Breakfast
Mindfulness session
Free time/Lunch* break
Dinner*/Evening break
Optional evening session or conversation circle
Day 4 · Guanacaste
Morning meditation + group yoga
Breakfast
Mindfulness session
Free time/Lunch* break
Dinner*/Evening break
Optional evening session or conversation circle
Day 5 · Guanacaste
Morning meditation + group yoga
Breakfast
Mindfulness session
Free time/Lunch* break
Dinner*/Evening break
Optional evening session or conversation circle
Day 6 · Departure
Morning practice
Breakfast
Closing circle
Check out of accommodation
Group transfer from accommodation to airport
Journey ends
Details
Day 1
It's time to focus on YOU in Costa Rica

-Touch down at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Costa Rica, where you'll be greeted with a warm welcome. A group transfer will whisk you away to the serene beachfront haven of Azul Hotel & Retreat, your home for the next six days.

-Upon arrival, settle into your tranquil surroundings before we kick off the retreat with introductions, allowing you to connect with fellow healthcare professionals who share your passion for healing and growth.

-The evening concludes with a delightful dinner and an opening circle, setting the stage for the transformative and soul-nourishing days ahead.

Day 2
Relax in paradise in between wellness sessions

-Awaken to jungle sounds and a rejuvenating morning meditation followed by a group yoga session that connects you to your holistic health journey.

-A wholesome breakfast fuels your day before engaging in a mindfulness session designed to deepen your self-awareness and reconnect you with your soul's purpose.

-The afternoon is all about free time for you to relax, explore, or simply BE in Costa Rica.

-As the day winds down, enjoy a delicious dinner and an evening slow yoga session culminating in yoga nidra led by Jenna, offering profound relaxation and growth.

Day 3
Heal, release, and grow through movement, relaxation, and sound

-Begin your day with a sunrise meditation and invigorating group yoga practice, harmonizing your mind and body.

-Following a wholesome breakfast, you'll delve into a mindfulness session that empowers you with holistic insights, giving you the space to release what no longer serves you and hone your inner voice.

Day 4
Savor the time and space to fully relax and rejuvinate here in Uvita

-Embrace our daily morning rituals with meditation and yoga, grounding yourself and setting the stage for personal progress.

-After breakfast, immerse yourself in a mindfulness session that allows for introspection and deep inner reconfiguration.

-The afternoon is unscheduled, allowing you to sink into free time or book an optional activity.

Day 5
Enjoy free time and a closing ceremony on your final full day in Costa Rica

-Wake up with the sun for morning movement, meditation, and a delicious meal.

-Spend you last full day in Costa Rica however you choose.

Day 6
A final morning of wellness before departing

-On your final day here in beautiful Costa Rica, begin with a morning meditation and group yoga practice, embracing the profound shifts in your well-being.

-After breakfast, engage in a heartfelt conversation circle, sharing your transformative experiences with newfound friends.

-At the appropriate time, a group transfer will take you to the airport so you can fly home with countless memories and an overall lightness to your being. Thanks so much for joining us, and be well!

Tour Price
USD 2,240
per person
Your fellow explorers
Age range
21+
Travel interest
Healthcare workers-only, yoga, wellness, mindfulness, nature, healing
Your local guide
Azul Hotel & Retreat in Costa Rica is a premier destination for wellness enthusiasts, offering a holistic approach to relaxation and rejuvenation. The hotel features a full-service spa that provides a variety of treatments, including massages, facials, and body therapies, all designed to promote physical and mental well-being. Guests can participate in daily yoga classes held in tranquil, natural settings, enhancing their practice with the serene backdrop of Costa Rica's lush landscape. Additionally, the hotel offers wellness programs that include meditation sessions, wellness workshops, and personalized fitness plans, ensuring a comprehensive and immersive wellness experience.
Accommodation
Azul Hotel & Retreat

The Azul Hotel & Retreat, nestled in the serene landscape of Costa Rica, offers a tranquil escape for travelers seeking both relaxation and adventure. Located near the pristine beaches of Guanacaste, this boutique hotel provides an ideal base for exploring the natural beauty of the region. The hotel features a variety of room types, including deluxe suites and private villas, each designed with modern decor and equipped with luxurious amenities such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies offering stunning views. Guests can indulge in the hotel's range of facilities, including an infinity pool, a full-service spa, and a gourmet restaurant serving local and international cuisine. Additionally, the hotel offers various activities, from yoga classes and wellness programs to guided tours and water sports, ensuring a memorable and rejuvenating stay. Room type: Double occupancy.

Included
  • 5 nights in Azul Hotel & Retreat

  • Shared double occupancy in accommodations

  • All activities described in the itinerary

  • All breakfasts

  • One group airport arrival transfer

  • One group airport departure transfer

Not included
  • Flights

  • Lunch, dinner, and other food and drinks not mentioned in inclusions*

  • Personal expenses

  • Optional add-ons

  • Travel insurance

  • Gratuities

FAQ
Cancellation policy

Refunds for deposits
We will hold your spot as soon as you put down your deposit. However, if you decide to cancel your trip, we will be unable to refund your deposit.

Refunds for balance payment
If you cancel your trip on or before Oct 8, 2024 at 11:59 PM local time (GMT -6), you will get a refund of the remaining balance. This may or may not include the deposit amount. See deposit refund section above.

If you cancel your trip from Oct 9, 2024 at 12:00 AM local time (GMT -6) onwards, no refunds will be issued.

You can change or cancel your trip in your TourHero account by clicking on Your Trips.

Trip disclaimer
To offer you the best deals and group rates, we need a minimum number of travelers to book this trip. If this number is not met, or an act of force majeure occurs, TourHero, the trip host, and the tour operator may make the call to cancel or reschedule. If the departure is canceled or rescheduled out of your control, you will be alerted by October 8, 2024 and will receive a full refund.

We recommend booking refundable flights/accommodations just in case. This protects you from losing your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, or any other cost associated with planning your trip.

Available add-ons
Single room upgrade

Upgrade to a private room for the duration of your retreat.

USD 1,063
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