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Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
Feb 2-8th, 2025

Destination: Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica

What airport do I fly into?

  • First, you can choose to fly into one of two airports in Costa Rica:
    • San Jose, Costa Rica (SJO)
    • Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR)

When does the retreat begin and end?

  • The retreat starts on Feb 2nd and ends on Feb 8th.
  • We highly recommend arriving on Feb 1st, email colleen@womensquest.com to reverse an extra night.

To arrive at Playa Hermosa and LUA VILLAS on Feb 2nd by 9 am:

Options for Travel:

1. Flying into San Jose Airport (SJO):

  • You can take a  flight from SJO  to Cobano: Green Airways and Sansa Airlines both offer daily domestic flights to our local airport, Cobano (ACO). Upon arrival, we can organize for one of our reliable drivers to be waiting for you at the airport and transport you directly to Lua Villas. Please note that this service comes with an additional cost. If you’re interested in arranging this service, feel free to contact us for more information.

Please send us your travel info:

*Shuttles are offered for the following retreats ONLY:
Sonoma, Vermont, Tuscany, Greece, and Costa Rica 

2. Flying into Liberia Airport (LIR):

  • Arrive on Feb 1st and take a noon or 2:30 shuttle for group travel.
  • The shuttle cost is around $350 divided by max 4 people, and it takes approximately 3 hours.
  • Alternatively, you can fly into Liberia and take a Sansa flight or Green Airways to Cobano, followed by a taxi ride to LUA VILLAS.

Recommended hotels for early arrivals:

  • Many travelers opt to arrive a day early and stay near the San Jose Airport. A suggested hotel is The Hampton Inn and Suites. If you need a roommate, contact the organizers to help find one.

When does the retreat officially begin and end?

  • Registration begins at noon on Sunday at LUA Villas with lunch.
  • Check-in to the villas starts at 2 pm.
  • Paddle school begins at 1 pm.
  • Plan to departure after breakfast on the 8th

More Travel Help:

Traveling to Women’s Quest in Costa Rica:

  • Traveling to Costa Rica is part of the adventure, and it’s straightforward. Most participants are first-time international travelers and find the experience easy and enjoyable.
  • You’ll fly from your departure airport to SJO (San Jose) or LIR (Liberia), both accessible airports in Costa Rica.

Some Travel Options:

Option One: Fly in Jan 31st: Stay in San Jose and Fly Out Early on Feb 1st:

  • Arrive in Costa Rica one day early (Saturday) and stay near the San Jose Airport.
  • Suggested hotels include the Hampton Inn or the Marriott at the San Jose Airport.
  • This option allows you to catch morning flights to Cobano (ACO).

Option Two: Fly into San Jose or Liberia on Feb 1st and Reach LUA in One Day:

  • Arrive in Costa Rica on Feb 1st before noon.
  • Take a flight to Cobano (ACO) on the same day (last flight around 2:00 or 4:00 pm).
  • Stay overnight in Santa Teresa or LUA Villas.
  • Alternatively, fly into Liberia and take a shuttle at noon or 2:30 pm for group travel.

Option Three: Extend Your Visit:

  • Fly into SJO on Saturday and arrive at LUA Villas early on Sunday for extra beach time.
  • Consider staying after the retreat to continue your vacation and work on your surf skills.

Option Four: Van or Taxi from SJO or Liberia to LUA VILLAS:

  • Arrange for a scenic van or taxi ride from SJO or Liberia to LUA VILLAS.

Flight Information for Costa Rica Domestic Flights:

  • Several small airlines operate domestic flights within Costa Rica, including Sansa, Green Air, and Nature Air.
  • The recommended flight is from SJO to Cobano (ACO), lasting 25 minutes.

Women’s Quest Shuttle and Individual Taxis from Cobano (ACO) Airport:

  • Women’s Quest can assist in arranging shuttles to and from the Cobano (ACO) Airport.
  • The shuttle cost is typically split among participants, making it affordable (around $30 each way or $65 for individual transportation).

PASSPORT! Now would be a good time to check your passport! You must have at least six months left on your passport from your time of departure! If not, visit the State Department’s website

(http://travel.state.gov/passport_services.html) or visit your local post office for your renewal. You do not need a visa for your stay.

Payment Policy

To secure your spot on a retreat, a non-refundable deposit is required:

  • $500 for domestic retreats
  • $1,000 for international retreats

Single room reservations may require an additional $200 deposit. Reservations cannot be held without a deposit.

Full payment is due 90 days prior to the retreat. If payment is not received by this deadline, you may lose your reservation. For bookings made within 90 days of the retreat, payment in full is required at the time of registration.

Payment Options:

  • Avoid fees by paying via check or Zelle.  
  • Payments via PayPal or Stripe incur a 4% processing fee.  

Cancellation Policy
  • 91+ days before the retreat: Refund of payments (minus your deposit).
  • 90 or fewer days before the retreat: Payments are non-refundable.

Women’s Quest reserves the right to cancel retreats with insufficient participant interest. In such cases, all payments will be refunded; however, Women’s Quest is not responsible for personal expenses, such as airline tickets, due to schedule changes or cancellations.

Travel Insurance

We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your investment in case unforeseen circumstances prevent you from attending or completing the retreat.

Travel insurance is particularly important in the event you:

  • Need to cancel due to illness or injury (including testing positive for COVID-19).
  • Require medical care during the retreat.
  • Face trip interruptions, delays, or unexpected quarantine requirements.

We suggest a policy that covers:

  • Trip cancellation and interruption
  • Medical expenses
  • Quarantine costs

For maximum flexibility, consider a “Cancel For Any Reason” (CFAR) policy, which provides additional peace of mind. While this type of coverage is more expensive, it offers the most protection for unforeseen changes.

To compare and purchase travel insurance, we recommend using Squaremouth, a trusted platform to find the best policy for your needs.https://www.squaremouth.com/22393

Before purchasing any policy, consult a travel insurance agent to ensure it meets your coverage expectations.