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Costa Rica Yoga Spa Testimonials
"Thank you for making our honeymoon unforgettable. Rarely does one come across the level of service, accommodations, activities and personalized attention that we received during our stay. From the moment we first spoke with Jill about staying at Costa Rica Yoga Spa we felt totally cared for and comforted in the fact that our trip would be one to remember forever. Not only did we have an amazing time participating in yoga, kayaking, ocean kayak fishing, horseback riding, hiking, zip lining, visiting the monkey sanctuary and relaxation by the pool, we also relished our time connecting over gourmet meals, morning coffee, breathtaking sunsets, sipping tropical cocktails and conversations with friends we have just met a few days ago but felt we've known for years. The wonderful aspect of staying at CRYS is that you can make your experience whatever you want it to be.
Our hosts, Jill & Ben, made us feel like we were visiting our favorite aunt and uncle. The joy that they experience in running CRYS is visible from the moment you meet them and is passed on to the guests in every interaction with them. Darin is the backbone of CRYS and was more than generous with his time and passion for surfing, yoga, music and sharing with us all the little-known facts and hidden treasures of Nosara (be sure to read his book on Nosara). Our room was well-appointed and decorated to match the atmosphere of Costa Rica. We were happy that the friendly staff kept our room, common area and grounds spotless and did so with organic and earth-friendly products. We loved CRYS and Nosara so much, we extended our 5 day stay to 8 days and could've stayed there forever. We are already planning our next visit to CRYS. Thank you Jill, Ben and Darin. We never thought having our honeymoon with our family could be so much fun!"
Joanna & Richard
"Quite possibly the most amazing place on the planet...amazing place...kind, generous and beautiful people, healing, magical energy...it is an honor and a privilege to have spent time here...amazing yoga...beyond beautiful sunsets...and so much love! you are creating so much love and beauty for so many...blessings, abundance and love to each of you! "
Janet Jenkins
"CRYS is beautiful and has the most caring and inviting energy - I felt so at home. Jill and Ben are the best hosts I have ever encountered. Attended several days of teacher training with Ashley Ludman who is an amazing teacher and human being. I have many new yoga friends whose impressions will be forever embedded in my heart. I miss you all and look forward to seeing you in the future; hopefully when my feet touch the soil of Nosara again!"
Alexa Wokosin Arnold
Ben and Jill,
"Wanted to thank you again for our amazing stay in Costa Rica. The experience we had was absolutely life-changing, and the perfect combination of relaxation and adventure. We plan to be back next year... and the year after that... and the year after that..."
Much love,
Kevin, Erin, and Zoe
"Just wanted to write you a quick note to thank you so much for a beautiful week. We had such a wonderful time and really enjoyed meeting you and your family. Can't thank you enough for all of your generous and warm hospitality. It truly was above and beyond.
I've arrived safely at the school. So, hopefully I'll be writing you e-mails in Spanish soon!!"
Take care,
Olivia
"You have all created a magical place there and the love that you put into it emanates from every beam and post. You were such thoughtful hosts and we felt so lucky to be there...I found the awareness and appreciation I was looking for as well as some time to write. By the end of the trip I could find beauty in every single thing, from the expanse of jungle surrounding us to the garden hose hanging by the pool. This fast-paced life makes it so difficult to notice things and I'm having a tough time "keeping up" since being home..."
Love,
Jane
"Thank you so much for the great experience I had at your house!! I really enjoyed meeting you, Ben and Darrin and felt like a part of your family. I won't forget all of those delicious meals in your company! It's hard to tell what was the most memorable, the yoga classes were exceptional, the horseback riding and swimming in the waves and the surfing were all great. Maybe the most amazing was relating to the monkeys so close up, that was so much fun!
Anyway, I definitely have to come back with my husband!"
Synnove
"Thank you for having us and for all your excellent attention, you are a great host and the place you have build is wonderful. I will make sure that I pass the information to my friends. Please do send my best to Monika, I would have liked to say goodbye to her in person."
Sonia Ospina
"Thank you so much for your message, I am glad you are sharing your happiness with others, even in the middle of the great flood ?. I enjoyed a lot my time with you, learn a lot and came back with important new goals that I hope to accomplish. I wish I can come and visit you sometime later and as I said you have a home in Colombia. "
cMaria Victoria
"Thank you so much for everything. You are warm, fantastic people. We had a wonderful time. We will be back. Promise!"
Love,
Kasey and Lauren
"You are wonderful people. It has been a true honor. Cheers to paths of possibilities. I will be back before you can miss me!"
Pura Vida,
Kim
"It was truly an experience beyond what I imagined. Besides this beautiful country and your yoga retreat, it is the three of you that makes this so special."
Bonnie
"Soooo enjoyed my stay! CRYS is a special place with special people!"
Mary Kesel Willis
"I checked out your website tonight. Nice! Thank you so much for hosting me. Your yoga rancho, casa, view and hospitality have been awesome."
Pura vida,
Bonnie
"The week I spent at Costa Rica Yoga Spa in May 2010 was wonderful! I loved everything about my trip. The Spa is located on a hill in the rainforest near the Pacific Ocean. My room with private balcony was beautifully decorated and had a view of rainforest and ocean. The yoga teacher Monika was first-rate and tuned into my specific needs. She also gave me two incredible Thai Yoga massages. While doing yoga in the open-air yoga pavillion you overlook the beautiful scenery and ocean and listen to the howler monkeys.
My hosts were generous and accommodating. The vegetarian meals were delicious and prepared by talented cooks. I had plenty of time for other activities. I observed monkeys several times near the Spa, had a surfing lesson that was very exciting, went swimming in the waves a few times, and went horseback riding along the gorgeous beaches. I definitely want to go back there again!"
Warm Regards,
Synnove
"I had such a magical time at the Costa Rica Yoga Spa!! From the sunrises and sunsets to the amazing people of Nosara. Jill and Ben were so welcoming and helpful in showing me around the beautiful town of Nosara. My 25th birthday was truly a blessing. Monica was so kind and made the yoga experience one of the best birthday presents a girl could ask for with the rising and setting sun during our beautiful yoga sessions.
The food was fresh and delicious and made me feel healthy and revived. There is so much to do in that great town of Nosara where rarely you pass anyone and they don't respond with a friendly hola!
Of course, I will be back! Nosara is simply Pura Vida. The time spent in Nosara, Costa Rica has marked a special place in my heart. Thank you Ben and Jill and your adorable dog Ruby for your kind welcome during my FIRST trip to Costa Rica. Go to the Costa Rica Yoga Spa and fall in love with all the beauty that surrounds you! Thanks again."
One Love,
Melissa
"I just returned from another great Costa Rican adventure. This time I was lucky to be invited to stay at the Costa Rica Yoga spa as a guest of my friend Ashley who was teaching a three-week yoga immersion program. I had such a great stay that it motivated me to spread the word about this awesome place...click here to read the rest of the testimonial.
Erik
"It's a place unlike any other. You don't have to do yoga there, although I did. You can go just for the experience of being there. The rooms are beautiful and the weather is heaven. You can see the Pacific ocean from just about anywhere you stand. The food is all prepared by hand in the outdoor kitchen and is wonderful. The bananas and pineapples and avocados and the other fruits and vegetables are locally grown and delight the senses. We ate outdoors in the outdoor kitchen breathing in the clear, clean air and taking in the breathtaking views. Their pool is beautiful and they offer comfortable hammocks to rest in or read between the adventures they offer. They took us to the zip line where we traversed the tops of the jungle canopy, to the rivers where we paddled in kayaks, to the ocean where we body surfed. The most wonderful part actually is that they treated us like family. They were so personable and accommodating. It's safe there. The native people are beautiful and gracious despite their simples lives. To go there is an experience in itself. I can't wait to go back.
Costa Rica has a saying, "pura vida"... the pure life J ...and it most definitely is."
Marilyn
"Believe everything GOOD you read about Costa Rica Yoga Spa!!! We were here for 9 days (Feb 2011), and it is all true...amazing weather, good surf every day, spectacular food (!!); yoga with Monika is as good as it gets; Ben, Jill and Darin are completely dedicated to their guests having the best visit imaginable. Also, the site and accommodations are simply wonderful. PS: we are not prone to exaggeration.."
Laurie and Richard Parker
"I want to tell you how greatful I am for all the care you, Ben and Darin took in hosting us when we were there. It was above and beyond and all of our people are going on and on about it being the best trip ever. I know it was a huge challenge for you logistically but you handled it with grace and smiles. You made everyone feel welcome and comfortable, the food was great and your lodge is one of the most serene locations I can imagine to practice and live. My hat is off to you and I hope to be back ther soon to give you a big hug and thank you again in person (probably early April)."
-XO
Carlo
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