Faqs

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

We recommend bringing the following:

Natural sunscreen or sun protection
Natural bug repellent for the evenings
Refillable water bottle
Rain jacket only from May to November
Hiking shoes and sandals
Flip flops and swimwear of course
You can bring your own Yoga Mat if you like, but we do provide mats, straps, blocks, and other props.
Personal pharmaceuticals: Any allergy or anti-itch cream if you wish and any prescription medication that you need

OUR INFRASTRUCTURE

VILLA HERMES AMENITIES

Air conditioning

Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Organics bathroom amenities (Shampoo, conditioner, soap etc…)
Pool Amenities
Beach amenities

THE EXPERIENCE & ACTIVITIES

WHAT TYPE OF YOGA WILL WE PRACTICE ?
Yoga at Asanaos is always unique. Catherine has the ability to listen to the needs of the students and cocreate an experience for everyone. Here are some of the styles that you may practice in- Yin, Vinyasa, Hatha, Nada, Kundalini and Restorative.

WHAT IF I'M NOT EXPERIENCED IN YOGA, IS THIS RETREAT STILL FOR ME?

Asanaos wellness retreats are for all levels of yogis. We've had many yoga beginners come to the retreats, and many who found a new love (or renewed love) of the practice. One of the reasons we like to keep the number of guests so small is to better personalize the classes and yoga attention placed on each person.

CAN I BRING A FRIEND/PARTNER WHO DOESN'T WANT TO PARTICIPATE IN THE YOGA CLASSES?

Absolutely! Non-participants are always welcome. All classes are voluntary and there is always plenty of activities (or total relaxation) that can be enjoyed in place of one of the yoga classes.

DO I HAVE TO TAKE EVERY YOGA CLASS DURING THE WEEK?

Again, all classes (and activities) are completely voluntary. I always say to guests that the retreat weeks are for you...whatever you need. So if you need to take it easy one morning, then by all means, do what you need physically and mentally.

WHAT IF I’M A SINGLE TRAVELER?

Many of our guests come alone and we match up based on guest profile which has always worked out really well. All the rooms are spacious with separate beds and private bathrooms. Plus most guests find that they are mainly only in the rooms to sleep as most tend to relax in the common areas (salons, terraces, pool, etc) when we're not in class, on daytrips, or having meals. It's up to you if you prefer the single room.

DAILY MEALS

All meals are served by a private French chef, and celebrated together, as they are an integral part of your body healing. The chef will explain each meal in detail, where it comes from, its intention, and her creative process. Asanaos retreat will educate you as requested about nutrition, feeding your body well, body type, and digestion. The menu will be completely catered to you and your specific dietary needs.

There will be an abundance of unique, fresh fruits, vegetables, and delicious options from the local farmer's markets in the area. This healthy diet is customized to you and your personal preferences. Asanaos retreat also provides yummy nourishing snacks, fresh juices and cacao throughout the day made especially for you. There is always an option to dine out and experience the local culture and restaurants, as requested.

CAN YOU ACCOMMODATE MY DIETARY RESTRICTIONS?

Yes. We want you to thoroughly enjoy your stay with us, and that includes dining experiences. Please let us know your specific needs prior to arrival so we can best accommodate you.

DO THE STAFF SPEAK ENGLISH?

We always have multiple fluent English speakers available on-site including the reception team.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

What are the safety features of your property?

We have staff on throughout the day and night including guards who roam the property from sundown ‘til sun up. Our cabins have lock boxes where you can stash your valuables if you don’t want to worry about locking your front door when you’re out. Your belongings will be safe, but we don’t recommend bringing valuable jewels and the like.

ASANAOS WELLNESS RETREAT A SAFE PLACE FOR A SINGLE WOMAN TO VISIT?

Yes. We are a popular destination for single (female + male) travelers!

POLICIES

WHAT TIME IS CHECK IN AND CHECK OUT?

Officially check in is at 3:00 pm and check out is at 10:00 am. You are welcome to arrive earlier and leave later however we can not guarantee access to your room before or after our established check in/out times.

BOOKING POLICY

Wire transfer deposit or PayPal; we require a 25% deposit per guest upon booking. The remainder of your booking payment is due 30 days prior to your arrival. Any incidentals will be settled in cash during check in.

CANCELLATION POLICY

To be able to participate to the Retreats you must have a valid passport and be able to travel to our destinations independently. Flights are not included. Payments must be made in full, 30 days before the due date of the first day of the start date, at the most. Failure to complete all payments by the due date will result in loss of entry to the retreat, no refunds will be given.

Please consider purchasing travel cancellation insurance.

60 days or more

A full refund minus 5% admin charge will be provided for all cancellations up to 60 days prior to start day of the booked retreat.

Between 59 - 30 days

A 50% refund will be provided on cancellations between 59-30 days prior to the start date of the booked retreat.

Less than 29 days

No refund will be provided on cancellations between 29-0 days prior to the start date of the booked. Cancellations less than 29 days before the start date are non-refundable and will result in 100 % loss of revenue.

No refund will be provided for premature leaving of the retreat or failure to arrive at the retreat for any reason.

No refund will be provided for only part of a booking, for example if a room is booked for two guests who are sharing and one guest is unable to attend, the booking would need to be cancelled as a whole for the above refund policy to apply.

If unforeseen circumstances compel you to cancel your retirement reservation, you have the option to transfer this opportunity to another person of your choice. Whether it's a friend, a family member, or a close collaborator, this option allows someone else to benefit from the experience originally intended for you. To facilitate this process, please contact us promptly so that we can coordinate the details of the reservation transfer.

IF THE RETREAT HAS TO CLOSE FOR ANY REASON ***
If the retreat has to close for whatever reason we will inform you as soon as possible. We will always give full refunds if this occurs. We will refund the retreat cost if applicable, but will not pay for any loss with flights.

If you are currently pregnant, or under medical or psychiatric supervision, you must provide a Doctor’s certificate confirming your fitness to travel and take part in the retreat as well as notifying Asanaos wellness retreat. We are unfortunately not suitable for those with psychiatric or deep emotional issues or those looking for counselling or therapy, as our team are not professionally qualified in these areas. Our team are also not medically trained and do not know your medical history so cannot offer any specific medical advice whilst at the retreat.

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