RejuVacation Yoga and Wellness Retreat Checklist
In order to make your experience a joy, please follow the checklist below and everything will be easy and effortless.
Travel Documents etc:
Passport (It must be current and have a minimum 90 days of validity upon entry to Costa Rica).
Passport (It must be current and have a minimum 90 days of validity upon entry to Costa Rica).
Visa (Is NOT required for entry into Costa Rica).
Departure Tax (Costa Rica requires you to pay a $28 USD Non Residency Departure Tax when LEAVING the country. We will direct you to pay this BEFORE you check your bags).
Security of Travel Documents (Please make copies of your ID’s, Passport etc ... Each room at the Goddess Garden has it’s own safe which you personally code to give you the peace of mind during your stay).
Currency :
US Dollars are accepted in Costa Rica as a form of exchange. The Goddess Garden accepts U.S. Dollars, Colones (the Costa Rican currency), and Credit Cards (a small fee is incurred). Colones can be obtained at the San Jose Airport upon arrival or by going to the local bank in Cahuita, about a mile away and using the ATM at reasonable exchange rates. We are covering the costs of the accommodation and travel within Costa Rica however you might want to buy gifts, drinks or snacks along way.
Your Health and Well-being:
No vaccinations are required to enter Costa Rica.
Costa Rica Health Aid and Issues
You are very unlikely to encounter any serious diseases in Costa Rica. Sanitary standards are high and the health system is excellent. Epidemic diseases have been all but eradicated throughout the country and infectious diseases such as hepatitis and malaria, a serious problem in other parts of Central America, are very rare in Costa Rica. In the case of an emergency there are several private hospitals in San Jose and one in Limon (nearest to the Goddess Garden) which offer emergency medical services to foreigners at reasonable prices. Clinica Biblica (avenida 14, calles central & 1, tel. 223-6422) and also has a 24-hour Pharmacy. Costa Rica's Social Security system (the Caja) offers a medical insurance assistance program for foreigners needing emergency medical assistance. The coverage can
be bought at travel agencies.
The Goddess Garden owners/hosts, Marcelo and Jacqueline, are very familiar with the medical system and the local hospital and will take very good care of us during our stay at the Goddess Garden.
Contact Information for the Goddess Garden:
Country Code (506) Telephone # 2755-0055 ; Email: info@thegoddessgarden.com
Please bring along the following:
Yoga Mat - We recommend you bring your own. The Goddess Garden has spares just in case.
Alarm Clock (Reminds you of the time otherwise the sounds of the rainforest will wake you)
Flashlight
Day Pack (Make it an easy one to transport with)
Water Bottle (A reusable one as we are very Eco friendly at the Goddess Garden)
Sunscreen
Toiletries (Remember to pack them into your suitcase. There is a limit to what can be carried on)
Insect Repellent
Candle and a lighter (Avoid matches as they may get damp) Reason: The Electricity may cut off occasionally in the area and until we start our backup generator, you may need some light)
Hat (Whatever is best for you and make sure it is comfortable)
A Beach Towel or Sarong for the beach (The Rooms have towels however you may have a
favorite one.)
Clothing etc.
Sandals (With Straps for walking and if they are waterproof, that’s best)
Sneakers/Runners/Gym Shoes/Nikee’s etc...
Bathing Suit (A couple would be Good)
Rainwear –We are in a Rain Forest after all. A Poncho is best
Sweater/Sweatshirt
Light weight long pants
Clothes that are quick drying are perfect.
Other Suggested Items:
A Journal and your favourite pen. We have comfortable chairs for everyone to sit comfortably on for any group work we do.
Your Laptop or Blackberry, IPhone etc .... We have free WiFi in the accommodation area only.
Most cell phones don’t get reception in the Goddess Garden. It’s a good thing really.
The electrical outlets are the same as the US so, no converters are required.
Keep in mind, this is an eco-friendly resort and you don’t flush paper down the toilets or flush unnecessarily, (you get use to it).
Bedding, Pillows and towels are provided however if you have special pillow needs, then please pack them and bring them along.
