JULY YOGA HOLIDAY IN CABUYA, Costa Rica

Cabuya, Costa Rica is a little fishing village on the very tip of the Nicoya Peninsula that is enjoyed by nature lovers of all kinds – hikers, runners, water enthusiasts, and bird watchers. Now Cabuya is home to the latest Sunflower Retreats' yoga holiday destination, and you're invited!

Cabuya is famous for its glorious beaches, its azure waters, spectacular natural surroundings and calm way of life. It is the perfect spot to gather for a retreat, and we want to invite you to join us for an adventure, to learn about and practice yoga with other like-minded folks. Our instructors are well-versed in the ways of yoga, its physical aspects and its spiritual elements. We bring together people who want to learn yoga for the first time, those who want to enhance their skill level, and those who want to master a particular pose or sequence of poses! No matter your level of expertise, we have the retreat for you. And it all happens in a tropical setting unlike any other. Imagine waking up, stretching into “cobra” or folding yourself into “lotus” with the warm, bright sun shining down on your skin. Or saying “goodnight” and retiring to your cottage to practice “tree pose” beside a swaying palm. Then curl into “child's pose” or “happy baby,” before saying farewell to the rolling, blue waves...until morning, that is.

Our experienced instructors will lead you through the most gentle or the most challenging poses, and help you modify each one, depending on your abilities and skill level. They offer personal attention and encouragement with good humour and absolutely no judgment. Whether you are a seasoned yoga pro or a brand new pupil, Sunflower Retreats has the yoga holiday for you. 


All that work (and fun, too!) takes sustenance, and we provide you with all fresh, organic meals to fuel you throughout the day. And if your muscles get a little sore from a vigorous session? Not to worry... we have Ayurvedic holistic treatments available that will ease any tension or aches. Our practitioners are skilled, sympathetic and effective at using therapeutic techniques to ease what ails you, so you can get back in to work on your “bridge” and “crane” and “bow” poses!

Sunflower Retreats has been bringing yoga enthusiasts together since 1998... that's more than two decades of satisfying retreats in Costa Rica and Italy; happy guests who have shared fulfilling journeys, good, healthy food and warm sunshine!  Friendships you make during one of our retreats are relationships that last a lifetime; you share the bond of yoga, and the memory of a trip to Cabuya that created wonderful memories. But don't just take our word – please take a moment to read our guests' reviews, and you'll see that they agree!

 Please visit our website, meet our instructors and learn more about our yoga holidays in beautiful Cabuya, Costa Rica. We are happy to answer any questions you may have about flights, accommodations, cuisine, and more. We can promise you this: a Sunflower Retreats yoga holiday is going to be one of the best yoga experiences you'll ever have. Please visit us at  www.sunflowerretreats.com for answers to these and any other questions you may have. We look forward to greeting you!

JULY HOLISTIC HOLIDAYS

Finally decided to take that much-needed break from work or school? Decided you need a bit of time to rest? Then good for you! Really. You just made a decision you would find yourself benefiting from in the nearest future.

With how busy the world has become these days, we notice more and more people finding it hard to just take a break and relax. Really relax. There always seems to be more to do, more to attend to, more to pay attention to. This is exactly why a break is important, and deciding to take one is a very good idea.

The Perfect Break

Why settle for just any break, however, when you can get something better? 

While a break is what you need, not just any break would do. You are not simply taking a break for no reason, after all,  you are taking it because you need it. You need it to restore the energy that consistent work/study has taken from you. You need it to refresh both your body and mind. For this, a simple break would not be sufficient.

So what next? If a break is what you need, but a simple break wouldn’t do, then what will?  What exactly is this perfect break we offer? The answer is simple. What you need is a holistic holiday!

Holistic Holidays

So what is this holistic holiday we offer? 

To put it simply, a holistic holiday is any holiday designed to pamper and nourish the body, relax the mind, and uplift the spirit. It is the ultimate relaxation experience where you not only get a break but get restored and ready to get back to work. 

Now, I know what you are thinking: Is this really any different from any other holiday? Here’s the honest and simple answer: Yes; It is!

The Benefits Of Holistic Holidays

Honestly, the difference between holistic holidays and regular holidays are quite numerous. There is just so much to gain from this type of holiday that a regular holiday can’t provide you. These benefits are divided into two major categories:

●     Physical/Health Benefits

●     Mental/Emotional Benefits 

Physical/Health Benefits

Holistic holidays are known to provide more physical benefits than regular holidays. While on a regular holiday you might get to rest and have some fun, holistic holidays give you more than that.

With holistic holidays you get benefits that help you both physically and medically. In fact, this type of holiday was designed with these benefits in mind. From the healthy meals you’d be eating to the exercises designed to keep you in shape and improve your overall fitness, you can be sure that when the holiday is over, you’ll be better off!

Mental/emotional benefits

Also, holistic holidays do not only improve your physical wellbeing but also your mental and emotional wellbeing. Unlike regular holidays, holistic holidays do not only refresh you, but also revert the effect of the accumulated stress weeks upon weeks of work/study must have filled you with.

A simple week of holistic holiday would do you unbelievable wonders. Don’t take it from me though, seeing is believing after all. Why not try out holistic holidays and find out for yourself?

Think this perfect break is just what you need? Then visit Sunflower Retreats and experience a holiday like no other you’ve ever taken.

Why You Need To Go On A Yoga Retreat In Costa Rica

Have you ever been to the absolutely magical Republic of Costa Rica?
Have you seen its magnificent beaches or relaxed under its night of a million stars?
Have you tasted the delicacies native to this magical place or witnessed the wonders of its scenery?
If your answer to any of these questions is “No”, then there is a lot you are missing. 

It is no exaggeration to say that Costa Rica is an absolutely magical place. This country is just that beautiful! Blessed with natural scenery that only a few other places in the world can boast of, Costa Rica has to be one of the most beautiful places on earth.  

Yet, that’s not all. The beauty is not just what makes Costa Rica special. When we say Costa Rica is blessed by nature, we don’t just mean in beauty alone, but in the sheer variety of its beauty. It is one thing to have beautiful beaches or waterfalls or hills and valleys or islands or even parks. It is another however to have allof these things together. This is exactly why Costa Rica is so special, and why if you haven’t experienced it, you’re missing something really magical.

Reasons To Visit Costa Rica

Are you interested in Costa Rica and want to find out more? Did you come here for that exact reason? If so, then you have come to the right place! Below are a few reasons why you should absolutely visit Costa Rica:

 1.    The Scenery

Believe it when we say there is almost nowhere better when it comes to scenery than Costa Rica. Virtually everything is magnificent about this place, and when we say everything, we meaneverything. From the various wonderful beaches all around the country to the many picturesque parks, and everything else in-between, there’s no doubting the magnitude of the scenic beauty of Costa Rica.

2.   The Wildlife

Here is something else special about Costa Rica: the wildlife. With over 20 percent of the country protected by national parks and reserves, this means a lot of wildlife still remain undisturbed and in their natural habitat─the only place you could find them at their best. In Costa Rica, you can get to witness just this. This doesn’t apply only to the land animals, too. You could also watch the various aquatic animals, including whales in their natural habitat!

3.   The Tranquility

This is yet another thing special about Costa Rica: Its peaceful nature. Costa Rica is not one of those noisy tourist attraction centers where you can’t get any peace and quiet. Costa Rica is as tranquil as it is beautiful, making it very easy to actually rest and relax.

Costa Rica has all this to offer, and then some. Honestly, no description can really do this place justice. You just need to see it for yourself. Think this is a good idea, visit Sunflower Retreats to find out more about going on a yoga retreat in Costa Rica.

Holistic Holidays

Finally decided to take that much-needed break from work or school? Decided you need a bit of time to rest? Then good for you! Really. You just made a decision you will find yourself benefiting from in the near future.

With how busy the world has become these days, we notice more and more people finding it hard to just take a break and relax. Really relax. There always seems to be more to do, more to attend to, more to pay attention to. This is exactly why a break is important, and deciding to take one is a very good idea.

The Perfect Break

Why settle for just any break, however, when you can get something better?  

While a break is what you need, not just any break will do. You are not simply taking a break for no reason, after all,  you are taking it because you needit. You need it to restore the energy consistent work/study has taken from you. You need it to refresh both your body and mind. For this, a simple break would not be sufficient.

So what´s next? If a break is what you need, but a simple break wouldn’t do, then what will?  What exactly is this perfect break we offer? The answer is simple. What you need is a holistic holiday!

Holistic Holidays

So what is this holistic holiday we offer? 

To put it simply, a holistic holiday is any holiday designed to pamper and nourish the body, relax the mind, and uplift the spirit. It is the ultimate relaxation experience where you not only get a break but also get restored and ready to get back to work. 

Now, I know what you are thinking: Is this really any different from any other holiday? Here’s the honest and simple answer: Yes! It is.

The Benefits Of Holistic Holidays

Honestly, the difference between holistic holidays and regular holidays are quite numerous. There is just so much to gain from this type of holiday that a regular holiday can’t provide you. These benefits are divided into two major categories: 

  • Physical/Health Benefits

  • Mental/Emotional Benefits

Physical/Health Benefits

Holistic holidays are known to provide more physical benefits than regular holidays. While on a regular holiday you might get to rest and have some fun, holistic holidays give you more than that.

With holistic holidays you get benefits that help you both physically and medically. In fact, this type of holiday was designed with these benefits in mind. From the healthy meals you’d be eating to the exercises designed to keep you in shape and improve your overall fitness, you can be sure that when the holiday is over, you’ll be better off!

 Mental/emotional benefits

Also, holistic holidays do not only improve your physical wellbeing but also your mental and emotional wellbeing. Unlike regular holidays, holistic holidays do not only refresh you, but also revert the effect of the accumulated stress weeks upon weeks of work/study must have filled you with.

A simple week of holistic holiday would do you unbelievable wonders. Don’t take it from me though, seeing is believing after all. Why not try our holistic holidays and find out for yourself?

Think this perfect break is just what you need? Then visit Sunflowerretreats and experience a perfect holiday like you´ve never experienced before.

Yoga Retreat Italy

Are you looking for a location for your next yoga retreat and find yourself having trouble deciding which one to choose?
Are you new to the world of yoga retreats and need a good location to start this journey from?
Or are you simply overwhelmed by all the possible places you could visit that you find it hard to even come to a conclusion? If any of this is the case with you, then you need not worry; you’ve come to the right place!

When it comes to choosing locations for yoga vacations, retreats, and holidays in general, here’s one place we would always suggest: Italy.

Why Italy?

Why choose Italy? Here’s the simple answer: It is just perfect! Seriously! One could even say the real question should be “why not choose Italy?” With all Italy has to offer, all there is to see, feel, and experience, why not choose Italy.

Honestly, there’s just too much about Italy for it not to be a must see for any tourist. From the magnificent landscape to the unique man-made structures, and everything in-between, there is much to see and be mesmerized by in Italy.

Yet beauty is not all Italy has to offer. While beauty is indeed an important criterion when considering suitable locations for hosting yoga retreats, vacations, and holidays, it is not the only criteria. Other such criteria include:

●     Serenity

Locations for yoga retreats, vacations, and holidays are usually not only beautiful but also. Seeing as peace and tranquility is of vital importance when practicing yoga, locations for yoga retreats must be able to provide just that.

●      Remoteness

Locations for yoga retreats are also meant to be relatively remote. While this doesn’t mean you have to choose somewhere in the middle of nowhere, it is called a retreat for a reason, and hence, these locations should be relatively undisturbed by the troubles of the 21st-century life.

●      Safety

While serenity and remoteness are important criteria, safety is just as important. There is little to no use in choosing a location that has the first two in spades but is a dangerous place for you. 

Italy meets all these criteria and more, and this is why we consider it to be just perfect. Want to find out more for yourself? No worries. Visit Sunflowerretreatsto get more information about yoga retreat Italy and how to make reservations for it.

Considering visiting Italy for your next yoga retreat but don’t know where exactly in Italy to choose? Here’s our advice: Choose Casperia.

Casperia

Located in the heart of the Sabina mountains just north of Rome, Casperia is a remote, car-free, medieval village with fewer than 350 inhabitants. Being remote, the village remains undisturbed by the far-reaching hands of modern-day civilization, making it the perfect location for a yoga retreat.

Casperia has everything you could ever look for in a location for a yoga retreat. It is beautiful, serene, remote, safe, and even more. It is the perfect place for anyone looking for a break from the stress of the 21st-century lifestyle.

Thinking of choosing Casperia? Visit Sunflower Retreats to find out how to make reservations for the next yoga retreat to Casperia.