Seek the Sun 2022

THEME: SEEK THE SUN

Ready for an adventure? Sink your toes into the warm sand on a quiet Mexican beach this January!
Enjoy sun-drenched days, warm nights, breezy open-air lodging, delectable meals, daily yoga, awe-inspiring sunsets, nature's magic, and fun-in-the-sun in tiny Troncones, where the townspeople are warm and welcoming and the crowds are nonexistent

It’s been too long. Gift yourself the time and space to rediscover your own Inner Sun and chart new directions for the New Year and beyond. Let Linda guide you through relaxation and invigoration; introspection and engagement; self-discovery and re-creation—on a journey of joy and transformation.

In addition to daily asana practices to physically challenge yogis of all levels, elements of contemplation, meditation and journaling will be offered as you relax, reflect and renew in body, mind and spirit.

YOGA OFFERINGS (all levels welcome)
      ... "the yoga lover's yoga retreat"

Linda offers "the yoga lover's yoga retreat." Each day, there is a variety of yoga and reflection/contemplation offered (two or more sessions daily), so each person can find something that resonates and nourishes. Throughout the week there will be opportunities for:

• Sunrise beach meditation/contemplation

• Vigorous, free-spirited vinyasa flow

• Therapeutic sessions

• Yin and restorative yoga

• Late afternoon/sunset practices

• Journaling; solitude in nature; walking meditation

SETTING: TRONCONES BEACH and LAS VILLAS

LAS VILLAS: Las Villas on Troncones Beach is a gorgeous oceanfront retreat 30 minutes north of Zihuatanejo on Mexico’s Pacific Coast. Each villa has multiple single- or double-occupancy bedrooms with private or shared baths, a shared kitchen and common space with an open floor plan ideal for enjoying the ocean breezes. Take in breathtaking sunsets to the west and the Sierra Madre mountains to the east; take a dip and relax by the saltwater infinity pool; bask in the sun; lounge under the shade of the palapa; or walk, run and explore the beach, just steps away.

MEALS: Fresh and delicious brunch and dinner are provided daily, mostly on site at the Villas, with both vegetarian and fish or meat options. Meals feature authentic Mexican cuisine prepared by Las Villas’ gourmet cooks, who will do their best to meet special dietary needs. We also plan to have two group dinners at local restaurants with outdoor seating (included in retreat fee).  

ACTIVITIES: Besides our yoga, there are many activities available, including:

• Walking, running and exploring the 3-mile stretch of golden Troncones beach

• Visiting the local sea turtle sanctuary at Roberto's Bistro, where you can watch and help release baby turtles into the ocean---an experience not to be missed!

• Massages and local hot springs

• Surf and stand-up paddleboard lessons

• Kayaking, hiking, horseback riding, and more

THE TOWN: Just a short walk down the beach from Las Villas is charming Troncones, a tiny community with a few tiendas (shops), beachfront restaurants, small hotels, B&Bs, cafes, and a variety of yoga and surfing retreats (some of the best surfing in Mexico is in this area). 

YOUR RETREAT, YOUR WAY: 
      relax, reflect and renew on your own terms

There will be a variety of yoga sessions and other activities scheduled daily. A sample day's schedule is shown here (schedule and session content may vary).

Please do not feel pressure to do it all. You may participate in as many or as few sessions as you wish. This is your retreat, so make it what it needs to be for you. Allow time and space to relax and renew in body, mind and spirit. Go at your own pace. Honor your inner nudges and let them guide you toward an appropriate level of activity, striking a healthy balance between community time and personal time.

Take time for yourself, and let your senses soak in all this place has to offer. Feel the sand between your toes, the freshening breeze upon your face. Quiet yourself as you gently sway to the rhythm of the waves. Breathe deep the sweet sea air. Gaze upon the transcendent beauty of an ocean sunset or the mountain's majesty. Be still, and let earth, sea and sky nourish the soul!

TRAVEL PLANNING

ARRIVAL DAY -- SATURDAY, JAN 22, 2022:
     Room check-in opens at 4 PM.
     Retreat activities begin at 5 PM.

DEPARTURE DAY -- SATURDAY, JAN 29, 2022:
     Room checkout is at 10 AM, but you can stay on site longer to use the pool, enjoy the beach, etc., if you have a later flight departure.

TRAVEL LOGISTICS:

• Retreat Venue: Las Villas on Troncones Beach; Troncones, Guerrero, Mexico.

• Nearest Airport: Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International (ZIH)

• Map: Click here to see Troncones and ZIH Airport on Google Maps.

• Airport Transport: Troncones is about 30 minutes north of Zihuatanejo via shuttle/taxi. The cost for a shuttle/taxi is $25-30 per person each way. Linda and Bob will schedule rides for all retreat participants.

TRAVEL INSURANCE:

• We strongly recommend you purchase travel insurance to cover the nonrefundable costs of your trip, including the retreat fee.

• Visit our Seek the Sun COVID-19 Considerations page for detailed information and suggestions regarding travel insurance.

AIRFARE RECOMMENDATIONS:

• We recommend purchasing a refundable fare for maximum flexibility. Many airlines now offer fully refundable fares for a premium of just $50 to $90.

• Book with United or American — they seem to have the most favorable itineraries (particularly from Pittsburgh), and they connect to Zihuatanejo through U.S. airports rather than through Mexico City (as Delta does).

Seek the Sun 2022
COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS

We have thoroughly researched and given considerable thought to the prospect of traveling to Mexico for a yoga retreat at this time, including vaccination, lodging, travel risks, and COVID-19 testing requirements. We also have spoken with people on the ground in Troncones to get a sense for the local environment.

We feel very comfortable holding a retreat in Troncones in January 2022. We are confident that our retreat venue, Las Villas, provides a safe environment — it is almost entirely open-air, from lodging to dining to yoga, and the Las Villas staff is vaccinated. Furthermore, the businesses and residents of Troncones have been vigilant about COVID because they want and need tourists to come back. The townspeople have been getting vaccinated, and indoor businesses are masking.

COVID-19 Vaccination Required. We are requiring that all retreat participants be vaccinated against COVID-19. We are doing this because we believe in the efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccines in greatly reducing the probability of contracting or spreading the virus and virtually eliminating the chance of severe illness or hospitalization due to COVID-19. (See this New York Times article: One in 5,000: The Real Chances of a Breakthrough Infection.)

We also ask that all retreat participants take precautions, including wearing a mask (preferably an N95 or KN95), while traveling to and from Mexico.

IMPORTANT: Please read the Seek the Sun COVID-19 Considerations page for all COVID-related requirements and suggestions.

Seek the Sun 2022
FEES and PAYMENT INFORMATION

*NOTE: We recommend purchasing Travel Insurance. Visit our Seek the Sun COVID-19 Considerations page for more information.

RETREAT FEES (per person):
— DOUBLE Occupancy Early Bird rate: $1,895 (until Nov 1, 2021)
— DOUBLE Occupancy Standard rate: $1,995 (after Nov 1, 2021)
— SINGLE Occupancy Early Bird rate: $2,395 (until Nov 1, 2021)
— SINGLE Occupancy Standard rate: $2,495 (after Nov 1, 2021)

     * NOTE: Rooms will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
          -- Some rooms have private baths
          -- Some rooms share a bathroom with another room
          -- Rooms have one King, one Queen or two Single beds
          -- Limited number of oceanfront rooms available (with ocean view)

PAYMENT due with REGISTRATION FORM: 
     — BEFORE NOV 1: If you register before November 1, 2021, a $500 nonrefundable deposit must be submitted with your completed registration form (with the balance due by November 1, 2021). You are invited to pay the full balance at the time of registration if you are able to do so.
     — ON or AFTER NOV 1: If you register on or after November 1, 2021, full payment must be submitted with your completed registration form. Exception: If a border closing or government-imposed travel ban prevents travel to Mexico at the time of the retreat, a full refund will be issued.

FORMS of PAYMENT ACCEPTED:
     — Check made payable to LINDA MEACCI YOGA
   — Credit card via PayPal (3.5% processing fee applies)
     — PayPal funds transfer (3.5% processing fee applies)

CANCELLATION and REFUND POLICY:
— All cancellation requests must be made via EMAIL to info@lindameacciyoga.com. — On or before November 1, 2021: Your payment(s) will be refunded, minus a $500 nonrefundable deposit.
— No refunds after November 1, 2021: Due to our financial commitment to the retreat venue, we are unable to issue any refunds after November 1, 2021.

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