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“The planning was amazing. I felt very taken care of from the moment the airplane landed. You and Bob really communicated how much you cared that everyone was having a good time. This is a very special retreat — because you really care about people.”
“Linda has a great classroom presence and ability to share her extensive knowledge and experience of yoga with students on a variety of levels, from subtle body level to gross body therapeutics. She offers options for each practice, so each student can adjust to their own level of energy/experience..”
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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 beach is uncrowded. This retreat is for everyone, whether you practice yoga or not!
Gift yourself the time and space to rediscover your own Inner Sun and chart new directions for the New Year and beyond, as you embark on a journey of joy and transformation. Immerse yourself in a week of relaxation and invigoration. In addition to daily wellness practices to restore body and mind, there will be time for play, journaling and making new connections to replenish our spirits.
YOGA, MOVEMENT and MORE
... wellness for everyBody (not just yogis)
Each day, there is a variety of yoga, guided movement, rest and reflection, so each person can find something that resonates and nourishes. Throughout the week, there are opportunities for:
Sunrise beach meditation/contemplation
Free-spirited Wisdom Flow (vinyasa)
Therapeutic sessions
Yin and restorative yoga
Late afternoon/sunset practices
Satsang/discussion or improv play
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: In addition to our yoga, there are lots of other things to enjoy, including:
Walking, running and exploring the 3-mile stretch of golden Troncones beach
Kayaking, hiking and horseback riding
Boogie-boarding and swimming in the warm Pacific waters
Cooking lesson at Restaurante La Mexicana
Massage and spa services
Surf and stand-up paddleboard lessons
Local sea turtle sanctuary — watch the release of baby turtles into the ocean
THE TOWN: Just a short walk down the beach from Las Villas is Troncones, a small community with a few tiendas, beachfront restaurants, small hotels, B&Bs, cafes, and surf shops (some of the best surfing in Mexico is in this area). A few of our favorite spots are:
Lorenzo’s “Cocos Frios” stand just across the bridge on the way into town — don’t miss your chance to sit a spell and enjoy a nice, cool drink from a freshly cut coconut!
The open-air market on Thursday morning at Tres Mujeres Boutique Hotel, where local artisans and food vendors offer their wares (just a few doors down from Las Villas).
Cafe Pacifico, creating some of the best coffee drinks and smoothies in town. They are also a full-service restaurant offering delectable breakfast, lunch and dinner items.
Las Villas housekeeping & Maintenance team
DINNER AT LAS VILLAS
Night out — Dinner and dancing with the band
departing for an adventure
Kayak trip — visit to iguana island
on the way to snorkeling
YOUR RETREAT, YOUR WAY:
relax, reflect and renew on your own terms
There are a variety of movement experiences 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 much or as little as you wish. This is your retreat, so make it what it needs to be for you. Allow yourself the 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.
Let your senses soak in all this place has to offer. Feel the sand between your toes, the fresh breeze upon your face. Quiet yourself and sway to the rhythm of the waves. Breathe deep the sweet sea air. Take in 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 18, 2025:
Room check-in opens at 4 PM.
Retreat activities begin at 5 PM.
DEPARTURE DAY -- SATURDAY, JAN 25, 2025:
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 Las Villas and ZIH Airport on Google Maps.
Airport Transport: Troncones is about 30 minutes north of Zihuatanejo via shuttle/taxi. The cost for a shared ride is $25-30 per person each way. The retreat team will coordinate shuttle/taxi reservations.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
We strongly recommend you purchase travel insurance to cover the nonrefundable costs of your trip, including the retreat fee.
Visit our Retreat Travel Considerations page for detailed information and suggestions regarding travel insurance.
AIRFARE/AIRLINE RECOMMENDATIONS:
We recommend purchasing a refundable fare for maximum flexibility. Many airlines now offer fully refundable fares for a modest additional fee.
United Airlines and American Airlines have the best itineraries, at least for trips originating in Pittsburgh. For travel originating in other cities, check United, American, Delta, and Alaska Airlines (good from the West Coast).
NOTE: American Airlines — If traveling from Pittsburgh (PIT), be aware of possibly very short connection times for connecting flights.
NOTE: United Airlines — From Pittsburgh (PIT), the United itinerary to ZIH is good on Saturdays, but not so good on other days.
NOTE: Connecting flights — Most, if not all, Delta itineraries connect through Mexico City, while United and American connect in U.S. airports and from there fly directly to Zihuatanejo (no intermediate stop in Mexico).
Alternate Airports for Departure: We have at times found lower fares and shorter itineraries into ZIH (including some direct flights) from locations other than our home airport of Pittsburgh International (PIT). Airports to consider include Atlanta (ATL), Chicago O’Hare (ORD), Cleveland (CLE), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Denver (DEN), Houston (IAH), Los Angeles (LAX), Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) and San Francisco (SAN).
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FEES and PAYMENT INFORMATION
*NOTE: We recommend purchasing Travel Insurance. Visit our Retreat Travel Considerations page for more information.
RETREAT FEES (per person):
— DOUBLE Occupancy Early Bird rate: $2,295 (until Nov 18, 2024)
— DOUBLE Occupancy Standard rate: $2,495 (after Nov 18, 2024)
— SINGLE Occupancy Early Bird rate: $2,925 (until Nov 18, 2024)
— SINGLE Occupancy Standard rate: $3,125 (after Nov 18, 2024)
* 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 18: If you register before November 18, 2024, a $500 nonrefundable deposit must be submitted with your completed registration form (with the balance due by November 18, 2024). You are invited to pay the full balance at the time of registration if you are able to do so.
— ON or AFTER NOV 18: If you register on or after November 18, 2024, full payment must be submitted with your completed registration form.
FORMS of PAYMENT ACCEPTED:
— Zelle (direct bank-to-bank funds transfer)
— Credit Card
CANCELLATION and REFUND POLICY:
— All cancellation requests must be made via EMAIL to info@lindameacciyoga.com. — On or before November 18, 2024: Your payment(s) will be refunded, minus a $500 nonrefundable deposit.
— No refunds after November 18, 2024: Due to our financial commitment to the retreat venue, we are unable to issue any refunds after November 18, 2024. 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.
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