Decidedly not. There will be HSP specific workshops, but they are focused around the concepts of cleansing, clarifying, and creating a life design model suitable for all. Remember what's good for highly sensitive people is good for everybody. In addition to our optional “Couples Encounter” partners/friends/families of highly sensitive people will especially appreciate and enjoy the learning as well as all the extra retreat offerings including jungle, beach, culinary, spa, movement, river swims, hiking, resting, possible surf lessons, and all the amazing offerings.

Yes, you can select your preferred roommate during the checkout process. If you don't specify a roommate or if your chosen roommate doesn't attend, and you've paid for a shared room, you will be randomly assigned a roommate, offered an opportunity to change rooms, or upgraded to a private room at additional cost.

We strongly recommend you arrive at least two days prior to our departure for Imiloa (February 15, 2026.) For HSPs, it is recommended that you have 2-3 days after your travel day to rest up from both the day of travel and from LIFE. If you can have a rest day at home before you travel, that’s ideal. Minimally, we suggest you arrive by the 14th at the latest and have an option for you to access a group rate room at our host hotel near the airport. We will have a Valentine’s Day SELF LOVE party and meet and greet over dinner, then to the immaculate, quiet rooms to rest up before our private charter flight into the mountains on the morning of the 15th. We leave pretty early that morning of the 15th, so you will feel the whirlwind. We have a recommended HSP-friendly excursion on February 13th (not organized, just recommended) and a lovely host hotel for the week prior or following our retreat.

The area around Dominical (near Imiloa) is lovely with parks and animal preserves, and we do recommend staying longer. We have recommended local hotels, and the Imiloa concierge team will help you arrange transportation locally or to another area as well. Remember, they will treat you as the honored, sacred guest you are. Also, if you would like to take advantage of the wonderful tours out of San Jose before or after our retreat, we have a lovely recommended hotel that specializes in helping with excursions and tours. Our team is happy to help you plan.

Decidedly, if you are not a Costa Rican citizen, you will need a passport. Please check yours now to be sure it will be valid for at least 90 days after your trip. Although you can expedite US Passport ordering to about 3 weeks, why push it? Look into it now and get passport on your calendar for 6 months prior to your trip. – That is the HSP way, prior and proper preparation.

Checkout is at 9am on February 20th. You'll be able to depart for home on the same day, the 20th, but Alane wishes she had stayed at least one night more to rest before a long flight home. For international flights, you will need a few hours between arrival in San Jose and departure, so only afternoon flights will work (after 1pm is safest). Most afternoon flights to the US from Costa Rica arrive late in the evening.

Imiloa offers “conscious comfort food.” Serving healthy, locally-sourced, 3-course, gourmet, plant-based meals that are artistically plated, scientifically nourishing, and delightfully crafted for all retreat guests. Imiloa is alcohol and substance-free.  (Note, there is a restaurant with animal protein and alcohol 10 minutes away in case the cleanse part is not working for you or your family member, but we encourage you to align with the mission if you can.)

Yes, it is possible to switch rooms, depending on availability.

This isn’t about affordability. It’s about investing in YOU. And it’s very important to use language that honors your dreams. What would you love? If you would love this experience, we will help you plan and invest. You can design your own payment plan, investing slowly over the course of many months. Or you might choose to plant your stake in the rainforest by paying in full right away. However you choose to manage your investment, it’s important to always be envisioning the life you would love and how this experience honors that life and your experience of it. We are offering a wrap-around six-month program. We will prepare in the community through readings and journal prompts, online gatherings, guided meditations, pre and post retreat offerings in Costa Rica, the peak experience at the retreat, and follow up integration meetings and exercises to gently re-enter a new life with the new you. How much have you invested in therapy? Or in vacations that didn’t serve you? This is a small investment.

Yes. You may pay in 4 installments, the 1st installment serves as a non-refundable deposit. 

All payments are required in full by December 15, 2025.

The Early Bird Discount only applies to payment in full.

It can be, but it’s all optional with one exception. The property is on the side of a mountain in the rainforest. There is staff to help you, but everywhere you go there are slopes or steps. Walking sticks are provided, and some people bring their own fancy ones. Also, you will have the option to explore the jungle, the river, a waterfall, and the beach. When there is a particularly challenging path to an activity, you will find strong people escorting and supporting you every step of the way. You can also plan exciting Costa Rican adventures like ziplining, white water rafting, scuba diving, rock climbing, hiking a volcano, scuba or surf experiences, and more. But you can also lay by the pool, rest in a hammock, do gentle yoga, sleep, and eat delicious food. 

It’s okay if you’re not vegan. There will be plenty of amazing food options and from a quantum vibrational standpoint, we align with Imiloa’s choice to offer vegan foods for these short 1-week experiences. This helps each retreatant embody the highest possible vibrational codes possible while in Costa Rica. Each meal is balanced with daily protein being taken into account. If you have specific protein requirements, the chefs at Imiloa are happy to accommodate you.

Short answer: YES! Actually, visitors can drink the water all over Costa Rica, but some caution is recommended in small towns. In San Jose, the city with the airport, all the water is safe and drinkable, just like at home. At Imiloa, they have their own well and they triple filter all of the water they use. The water in your bathroom will be cleaner and taste better than most water you find in the US. The food is the same, so clean and local.

While plant medicine has been shown to be effective for some aspects of healing and connection, this is a sober campus, and no mind-altering substances of any kind will be utilized. We will be connecting deeply via breathwork, energy work, and immersion in nature. It is amazing what happens in the human body on a chemical level when it is in a clean, pure environment. Come see for yourself!

Well… Forests do have bugs. You will see some, but you can ask a staff person to hold your hand if you need help (smiley face). Although mosquitos normally like me… a lot, I wasn’t bitten by even one. I saw some interesting critters, but there are way more insects and spiders at my house than there are at Imiloa. This might have something to do with how conscientiously clean and well-maintained everything is. They have natural bug repellent and reef safe sunscreen available, and you are encouraged to bring your own. Some people were barefoot much of the time, including on hikes. We had no problems with any critters when I was there.

Cancellations less the non-refundable deposit (and credit card fees) are available until October 15, 2025

Due to the high level of intention behind this entire experience, we do not refund deposits for Cleanse, Clarify, Create. By putting a “stake in the ground,” you are signaling to the Universe that you are ready to receive the most impactful, life-changing, relaxing journey possible.

You will fly into SJO, the San Jose airport in the heart of Costa Rica. You will be advised how to take advantage of the complimentary private charter jet services after booking.

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