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Transform Your Life
You may have been on a retreat before, but you’ve never experienced a journey like this with Coach Mel and Chef Mey. Whether you’re here to relocate, heal, recharge, or rediscover your purpose—we’ve got you.
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From soulful relocation retreats and private chef services to spiritual readings, eBooks, and wellness courses, everything we offer is designed to nourish your whole self.
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Leave behind the chaos, confusion, capitalism, and conditioning. Step into a space where transformation is tangible. You’ll walk away with a renewed mindset, deeper clarity, powerful tools—and maybe even a new place to call home.
Come Join Us In Costa Rica!
At Heart & Soul by Mel & Mey, we curate relocation and/or wellness retreats that go far beyond the ordinary. Each experience is intentionally crafted to nourish your mind, body, and spirit—offering personalized support, soulful connection, and real-life tools for lasting transformation.
Our retreats invite you to dive deep—into yourself, into community, and into the vibrant culture of Costa Rica. Whether you're seeking clarity, connection, or a new place to call home, this is more than a trip—it’s a heart-and-soul awakening.
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Ready for the shift your spirit’s been calling in? Join us in the jungle and experience the transformation you’ve been waiting for.
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Costa Rica is known for its fabulous beaches and thrilling activities, but did you know it also has healing powers. Being surrounded by mother nature and all her citizens, will transform your Soul. The majestic healing nature of this place, has the ability to relax the mind, heal the body and reignite your soul.
Puerto Viejo is a little haven situated on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica, where you are encouraged to relax, recharge and reconnect while on the enchanted land that is the Talamanca region. Nestled within the tropical rainforest, and steps away from the most beautiful beaches in the country, Puerto Viejo is just 5 hours away by car, shuttle or bus.
In this tranquil beach town, you are always walking distance to popular surf destinations and some of the finest restaurants. Its surrounded by lush jungle, protected nature reserves, ocean, as well as a freshwater rivers and lagoons. Abundant amounts of wildlife share this exquisite location.
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Retreat with Mel & Mey
We begin day one by setting a powerful intention—clearing your mind and opening your heart to the journey ahead. You'll receive personalized 1:1 relocation coaching with Coach Mel, including a Soul Contract Reading to help illuminate your life’s deeper purpose.
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Throughout the retreat, we’ll explore the area together—visiting rental properties, land for sale, markets, banks, beaches, and taking in the local flavor through curated tours. You'll also enjoy a hands-on cooking class with Chef Mey, where you’ll learn how to navigate a Costa Rican kitchen with ease and creativity.
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And of course, there will be time to rest, recharge, and venture out on your own. (Your daily schedule will be shared on day one and may shift slightly based on flow.)
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Not ready to relocate? These retreats can easily be customized into wellness-focused journeys right here in Puerto Viejo—no strings, just soul.
This Retreat is for you…
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If your soul has been calling you to Costa Rica
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If you need a slower pace of life
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If you are thinking about living abroad
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If you are ready fun, adventure & healing
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If your are ready to treat yourself to a life altering trip
This Retreat is NOT for you…
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If you are not open to alternative healing methods
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If you do not appreciate Mother Nature and all of her children
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If you are super rigid, and closed minded
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If you enjoy making excuses, and still blame others for your unhappiness
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If you can’t handle humidity, heat or the occasional rain storm
What's Included
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Accommodations with air conditioning
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Airport pick up & drop off via shuttle
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Meals made by Chef Mey
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Local tours of beaches, markets, restaurants, banks
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Local tours of rentals/sales properties
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Lifestyle coaching and spiritual guidance
What's not Included
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Roundtrip airfare
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Alcohol, beer, wine (can purchase or bring own)
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Hotel night coming in/out of San Jose (SJO)
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Laundry service (available for a fee)
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Tips or trip insurance
These are private retreats, designed to give you personalized attention, guidance, and space to go deep. Retreats are available by request and held just once a month, running Monday through Friday.
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You'll arrive on Sunday and depart on Saturday, so be sure to keep that in mind when booking your flights.
Travel INformation
You will arrive at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) in San José, Costa Rica. If you need to stay overnight before arrival or departure, accommodations are not included and must be booked independently. We recommend the Country Inn & Suites in San José, which offers an airport shuttle for added convenience.
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A private shuttle will pick you up from SJO or from your hotel near the airport (like Country Inn & Suites) and bring you to Puerto Viejo.
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For those looking to shorten the drive, you may also book a domestic flight from SJO to LIO (Limón Airport) at your own expense. If you choose this option, ground transportation from Limón to Puerto Viejo is included—just a one-hour ride away.
Payment & Cancellation policy
A 50% deposit is required at the time of registration. The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to your arrival date.
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Refund Policy:
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Deposits are 100% refundable until 60 days before arrival.
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Cancellations made less than 60 days before arrival will result in a 50% nonrefundable deposit.
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Cancellations made less than 30 days before arrival are nonrefundable.
If your retreat is paid in full:
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Cancellations made between 90–60 days prior will receive a full refund.
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Cancellations less than 60 days prior will result in a refund minus 50% of the deposit.
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Cancellations less than 30 days prior will result in a total loss of payment, with the option to rebook for a future retreat.
If we cancel the retreat for any reason, your deposit and all payments will be refunded in full.
In the event of cancellations due to worldwide travel restrictions, you will receive either a full refund or the option to reschedule.
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We strongly recommend purchasing trip cancellation insurance for your peace of mind. You can explore policy options through our trusted provider, Travel Guard Insurance, and select the one that fits your needs.
Phone number: +506-8520-2559 (on WhatsApp)