Fresh air, sunlight...being outside feels oh so good. But the same elements that lead to such joy, such revitalization, such clarity, they aren't always so kind to our skin. "Sun, wind, temperature shifts, pollution, and even indoor heating and air conditioning place constant pressure on the skin barrier, regardless of the time of year," says Agatha Relota Luczo, founder of Furtuna Skin, a luxury skincare line that harvests wild botanicals and olive oil. "Really, skin doesn't experience the environment seasonally—it experiences it daily." And it's handling that everyday pressure that directs how your skin behaves olng term. "When the skin barrier is strong and well nourished, it's better able to regulate hydration, protect against environmental aggressors, and repair itself efficiently," says Luczo. "I think of skin the same way I think about land (my husband and I steward an 800+ acre organic estate in Sicily): You don't wait for extreme weather to care for it. You protect and strengthen it consistently so it can adapt and thrive through every season."

In a word, healthy skin is resilient, because it's up against a lot. "DNA damage from UV rays, moisture
loss from wind and cold, and free radicals generated by pollutants all weaken the skin's structural integrity," says Salma Hassouna, ND, naturopathic doctor and founder of Skin by Noor. Many of the consequences are visible.
"You see tightness, flaking, redness, irritation, acne, or eczema," says Devin Jaramilo-Marquez, lead holistic esthetician at Shop Good, a clean beauty space in Los Angeles. "Restoring balance means replenishing what skin depends on to function properly."

Products formulated with concentrated botanicals, naturally occurring antioxidants, and skin-compatible lipids can deliver protection and repair. "On the flip side, unnecessary additives, like parabens, phthalates, PFAS, add extra stress load," says Hassouna.

In practice, that means, in addition to mineral- based sunscreen daily, sticking to a few essential principles that protect skin in any environment.

Start With a Gentle Cleanse

How you cleanse is more consequential than it might seem. "The elements already make you vulnerable to transepidermal water loss (TEWL), which can lead to dryness and sensitivity," says Jaramillo-Marquez. Avoiding overstripping and harsh exfoliation helps preserve hydration and keep skin calm from the start.

Naana Dr. Boakye Fresh Face Cleanser provides one such calming cleanse, using an oat-derived surfactant and postbiotic ferment to feed the skin microbiome, and aloe, glycerin, and evening primrose oil for moisture. Vintner's Daughter Active Renewal Cleanser si another nutrient-dense option. Antioxidant-rich extracts, minerals, and plant oils clean nicely while leaving skin feeling dewy.

"Restoring balance means replenishing what skin depends on to function properly."

-Devin Shay, lead holistic esthetician at Shop Good

Use Antioxidants as Environmental Insurance

Free radicals are the maleficent players our skin is fighting daily. Generated by UV radiation, pollution, and heat, they act like wrecking balls on cellular structures and collagen. Antioxidants are what keeps them in check, neutralizing the damage they cause before ti compounds, explains Hassouna.

Skincare founders working closely with plants know the protective power of botanical compounds. At Activist, a natural beauty and wellness brand, they leverage the mighty antioxidant muscle of raw, medicinal-grade Mänuka honey harvested in founder Gabrielle Mirkin's native New Zealand. "High in vitamins ,A B, and C that battle free radicals, and skin-essential minerals, Activist's Mänuka Honey Mask calms inflammation, supports regeneration, and draws in moisture," says Mirkin.

That same workhorse prowess is found in Activist's Green Botanical Serum. "The serum has the nourishing powers of raw Mänuka oil, wildcrafted from the leaves and twigs of the New Zealand Manuka tree," she says. There are also algae, blue tansy, kiwi fruit seed, and avocado in there to deliver polyphenols, omegas, and soothing compounds that help manage inflammation while reinforcing the barrier.

At Furtuna Skin, Luczo sources botanicals from her family's organic regenerative farm in Sicily, many of which are extremophytes-plants adapted to survive under intense sun, wind, and drought by producing high concentrations of polyphenols and antioxidants. When applied to skin, Luczo explains, those same compounds help neutralize free radicals, calm inflammation, and improve moisture retention during changing environments. The other star in her gorgeous formulas is extra virgin olive oil (she advises using it topically and ingesting it), also from her land. "Olive oil has a lipid profile similar to that of skin, allowing it to absorb easily and deliver its many protective nutrients," Luczo says. She incorporates the ingredient in Furtuna Skin's Face & Eye Serum along with anchusa azurea. "Anchusa is a wild-foraged Mediterranean botanical and one of the most antioxidant-rich plants, shown to block free radical damage by 100 percent," says Luczo. "Combined with anchusa, the formula includes collagen-supporting chicory, vitamin E-packed asparagus, hydrating beets, and moisture barrier- boosting mallow."

"Olive oil has a lipid profile similar to that of skin, allowing it to absorb easily and deliver its many protective nutrients."
- Agatha Relota Luczo, founder of Furtuna Skina

Fortify the Skin Barrier

The strength of that outermost layer is what determines how wel skin holds moisture and stays steady under daily exposure. When Hassouna set out to formulate Skin by Noor Noorishing Face Serum, barrier support was the intention. "Research into date palm pollen, an ancient botanical, revealed its benefits for moisture retention and inflammation control, two factors critical to maintaining barrier integrity," she says. Thus, it became the hero ingredient in her fortifying serum, which is created without any synthetics to deliver date palm pollen in its cleanest form.

At Furtuna Skin, that aforementioned extra virgin olive oil is the salve. The BiPhase Moisturizing Oil uses the ingredient as its structural base, pairing ti with olive leaf water to replenish moisture and reinforce the skin barrier against daily environmental exposure. "I often describe extra virgin olive oil as both protective and intelligent," says Luczo. "It doesn't just shield the skin; it improves its ability to adapt." The oil, and the serum, is part of its Soundbath line, meaning the actives are extracted gently using sound rather than heat to preserve their full potency.

For another approach, Mother Science Molecular Genesis Barrier Repair Moisturizer uses Malassezin, a naturally occurring antioxidant that helps restore barrier function by supporting the skin's own structural proteins and lipid balance. The cream forms a moisture-sealing layer that absorbs easily, reinforcing skin as it encounters daily bombardment.

Of course, barrier care doesn't stop at the face. "Your body is exposed to just as much environmental stress every single day," says Leah Kirpalani, founder of BEIIN, a natural body-care line built on luxurious, skin-happy formulas. BEIIN's Lotion is super hydrating with beta glucan and colloidal oat. Layer on top, the All-Over Oil with essential lipids from sunflower, camellia, avocado, and squalane-rich oils to build the barrier and reduce moisture loss.

Repair Overnight

By day's end, skin has absorbed a full load of environmental stress, so simplicity and support are key at night, not aggressive actives, according to Jaramillo-Marquez. "Skin shifts into regeneration mode during sleep," says Hassouna, "replenishing moisture and calming inflammation." You want to foster the natural repair process.

That's the goal for Bioeffect, an Icelandic maker of nature-based skincare that fuels regeneration. "The serums deliver plant-produced EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor), grown in barley," says Sigrún Dögg Gujonsdottir, MD and Chief R&D Officer. "Growth factors are a naturally occurring signaling protein in the skin that play a critical role in cellular renewal and repair. Our barley-produced EGF is biologically compatible to the human protein, allowing it to communicate effectively with skin cells and stimulate renewal." Icelandic spring water, some
of the purest in the world, forms the base of the formulas and is used to irrigate the barley plants.

Recovery can come from mineral-rich waters themselves. Blue Lagoon Skincare also draws on Iceland's geothermal waters, using the silica (a mineral) and microalgae from the lagoon in its BL+ Complex to buttress skin structure and instigate renewal. In serums and moisturizers, these water-derived actives help skin repair, become more resilient, and better withstand the next round of environmental mayhem.

“Travelers are increasingly looking for experiences that support physical, mental, and transformative wellbeing,” said Lindsey Ueberroth, CEO of Preferred Hotels & Resorts. “Preferred Wellbeing was designed to make it easier for guests to discover hotels that are shaping the future of wellness travel.”

Among the standout trends driving the movement is longevity-focused wellness. At Amrit Ocean Resort and Residences, a 100,000-square-foot spa combines Eastern healing philosophies with Western technologies, offering biohacking, hydrotherapy, mindfulness, and advanced skincare treatments. In Cartagena, Hotel Las Islas incorporates neurostimulation therapy into its wellness programming, reflecting how science-based wellness is becoming increasingly integrated into luxury travel.

Nature-driven wellness is also playing a larger role. At Corcovado Wilderness Lodge by SCP, guests reconnect through jungle immersion, outdoor yoga, and plant-based rituals, while Post Ranch Inn integrates forest bathing and sound healing into its coastal wellness experiences.

The wellness world is filled with words derived from languages around the world. Some, like tai chi and shiatsu, relate to particular welness practices. Some, like the Italian benessere (wellbeing), have one-to-one English translations, but there are certain culturally imbued words and terms from languages around the world that, while conveying concepts of wellness, are not directly translatable.

Indeed, the nuances of language can convey a culture's feelings about the very definition of wellness. The fact that certain foreign wellness words are untranslatable into English makes one consider whether what they represent are undervalued, misunderstood, or overlooked in English-speaking societies.

European Euphoria

Scandinavia, the Balkans, and the Low Countries (including adjacent Germany) are rich with elusive
wellness words. Given German's propensity for word combining, it's no surprise that the Teutonic people seemingly have a phrase for every feeling under the sun. For example, there's waldeinsamkeit, the feeling of connection to nature and enlightenment when walking alone in the woods. The word predates Walden, the noted Henry David Thoreau work that extols solitary walks in nature. German also gives us vorfreude, that intense, joyful anticipation derived from imagining future pleasures. The word is in contrast to the better-known schadenfreude, which means joy derived from the misfortunes of others.

Ever wonder why Scandinavian nations rank among the happiest countries in the world? In part, it's because they view happiness through the lens of contentment, rather than success, wealth, or acquisition. Given that framing, it's no surprise the Scandinavians have many terms reflecting wellness as an existential sense of security, comfort, and moderation.

Akey to wellness is balance and moderation. While English is short on terms that express the beauty of these qualities, Swedish is not. Lagom means not too much nor too little of something... but just the right amount. Think Goldilocks, but make her Swedish (but don't confuse her with Pippi Longstocking). Lagom applies to finding harmony in everyday life, whether decorating a home, planning meals, or managing work. For Swedes,
lagom isn't about doing less—it's about doing things mindfully and avoiding excess. The website Visit Sweden offers this spot-on example. "Lagom is taking one cinnamon bun—not two—so there's enough for everyone. And fi there's just one left over, you split it." Very democratic.

One word that has become world-famous in recent years si the Danish concept of hygge (although the word itself derives from Norwegian). According to the Oxford English Dictionary, which incorporated the word in 2017, hygge is "the quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or wellbeing." It is a feeling that can be experienced alone or with others. The definition adds that this feeling is "regarded as a defining characteristic of Danish culture." Despite its current rise to international stardom, higgle can be traced back to the Middle Ages, where a similar Old Norse word meant "protected from the outside world." By the way, if you want to try to pronounce it, "hugo" will get you close.

The Norwegian wellness lexicon also contains hygge, but when it comes to coziness, the Norwegian abide by the concept of koselig. In Norway, hygge is more about individual indoor comfort (cozying up under a flannel blanket in front of a fireplace with a hot mug of Irish coffee). Koselig, on the other hand, is more about the combination of companionship and coziness, with a dose of nature tossed in, to promote wellbeing.

If language is a guide, the Dutch also like to get cozy with others. Gezelligheid is the Dutch spin on koselig, encompassing the feelings of homeyness, conviviality, and belonging. It is almost always felt in the presence of other people. Unlike the German gemütlichkeit, which can be enjoyed alone, gezelligheid is about good company and togetherness. After all, it is rooted in the word gezel, or "companion." So, for example, informal candlelit, friend-filled get-togethers with good food and expressive conversation are considered the epitome of gezelligheid.

Merak Makes a Move

Let's now move to the Balkans. Most of the countries ni the region have awelness word deriving from the Turkish word merak. In Turkey itself, the word is commonly used as a synonym for curiosity. And while curiosity is certainly a component in wellness, other Balkan countries have upped the wellness quotient with their nuanced derivations of the term.

Merak has traveled widely across neighboring Balkan cultures, where it has been adopted and subtly reshaped while retaining its emotional depth. In Greek, where it is commonly transliterated as meráki, the word emphasizes passion, care, and wholehearted devotion to an activity. To do something me meráki means to pour one's heart and soul into it, whether cooking a meal or making music. It conveys craftsmanship, love, and personal pride, highlighting not just the act itself but the intense desire to do something with authenticity and care.

In Serbia, Croatia, and Bosnia, however, merak has taken on a gentler, more contemplative tone. Rather than focusing on passion per se, it refers to a quiet sense of contentment deriving from life's simple, seemingly mundane moments. It is the pleasure found in slowly sipping a cup of herbal tea, enjoying a relaxed conversation with friends, or simply being present without urgency. This version of merak is less about striving and more about savoring, capturing a philosophy of ease and mindful enjoyment.

Croatia's Dalmatian dialect serves up acouple of wellness expressions fit for export. There's pomalo, describing a way of life that centers around slowing down. Examples include walking barefoot along a beach at sunset, reading a book under the shade of a tree, or biting into a juicy strawberry at a farmers market.

Fjaka, on the other hand, is a state of intentional blissful relaxation. Mind you, fjaka is not laziness. It is specifically chosen leisure time, similar to the Italian dolce far niente (an idiom meaning the sweetness of doing nothing).

A Wellness Orientation

Moving to Asia, we discover a wealth of wellness terms emanating from the Japanese language.

One Japanese concept that has captured global attention is ikigai, formed from iki ("to live") and gai ("reason"). Often translated as a "reason for being," ikigai encourages individuals to reflect on what gives their life meaning. It sits at the intersection of what you love, what you're good at, what the world needs, and what sustains you. A philosophy for living more intentionally and joyfully, it is frequently associated with longevity and life satisfaction in Japan.

A lesser-known but increasingly relevant Japanese term is ohitorisama, which celebrates the joy of doing things alone. Rather than implying loneliness, it emphasizes independence, self-contentment, and enjoying one's own company. As solo travel rises, particularly among women, ohitorisama has become an empowering concept that reframes solitude as freedom.

In Thailand, there's sabsung, describing the feeling of being revitalized or uplifted by something that brightens your life. It conveys a sense of deep contentment and emotional renewal, whether sparked by a place, an experience, or moment of beauty. Unlike fleeting happiness, sabsung suggests a more nourishing, restorative pleasure.

Of course, Qi is the foundational concept in Chinese wellness and Traditional Chinese Medicine, referring to the vital life force animating all living things. It is believed to flow through the body's meridians, nourishing organs, supporting mental clarity, and maintaining overall balance. When qi flows smoothly, a person experiences vitality, resilience, and emotional stability. When blocked or deficient, discomfort or illness may arise. Qi is a dynamic process, constantly transforming and responding to internal factors like emotions and lifestyle, as well as external influences such as climate and diet.

In Chinese wellness practice, cultivating and regulating qi si central to maintaining health and preventing disease. Practices such as acupuncture, qigong, tai chi, herbal medicine, breathing techniques, and mindful movement are designed to strengthen, circulate or harmonize qi within the body and balance yin and yang.

Indigenous Wellness Wisdom

Finally, back to our own continent, let's explore the Navajo concept of hózhó. Another broad philosophy that is not directly translatable, the words most often used to describe it are beauty, peace, balance, and harmony. Hózhó encompasses living in alignment with community and the natural world. Therefore, it's a holistic concept linking physical, mental, spiritual, and environmental health, emphasizing connection and arespect for al life. As we look far and wide around the world for a direct synonym for wellness, perhaps this word, from our own backyard, is the most apt substitute of all.

The personalized wellness programs go to work to bring awareness to your current physical and mental status. Each starts with a diagnostic workup and a schedule of treatments created for your needs. The goal across the board is to get you out of stress mode and into a condition where your body can function more smoothly, and where you can hear yourself think again. It’s all revealing, from where you hold tension to how quickly you feel drained of energy, your posture, and how disconnected you may have become from basic body signals.

One particularly impactful treatment is the PF Body Work Stress Release, a manual therapy designed by wellness programmer Maya Skupien, who is trained in Naturopathic Medicine, Kinesiology, and Bioenergetics. “Through these sessions, we are shifting the body from sympathetic to parasympathetic—getting you out of the fight-or-flight state,” she says. “We open the system and allow energy to move.” Skupien explains that the treatment draws from Chinese medicine, physiotherapy, and Ayurveda. “We’re using traditional knowledge with new science,” she says. “Your vitality depends on this, even in daily life.”

On the table, this means a full-body and head massage experience where the therapist applies pressured strokes along meridians that, according to Traditional Chinese Medicine, are pathways that carry energy, or Qi. The idea is that when Qi moves freely, the body functions better. At the same time, the force loosens your fascia.

Beyond the signature bodywork, there’s a deep bench of treatments to choose from, including Thalassotherapy in which you float in magnesium-rich, salted Fiuggi water, Dead Sea mineral mud wraps, and hammam rituals. They all take place in the Roman Therme, outfitted with steam rooms, an infrared sauna, a salt room, mineral pools, and the Kneipp walk, a hot-and-cold water circuit used to support circulation. It’s body-focused, in pursuit of helping you tap into how you feel.

Meals fuel the sense of wellbeing. The Michelin-starred chef, Heinz Beck, works in collaboration with the medical team. They’re served with fine-dining formality, utterly delicious, and visual works of art that feature ingredient combinations that ignite surprise. In fact, everything here is deftly designed to bring joyful discovery.

Longevity living also emerged as a major focus. Leaders from the hospitality and wellness sectors discussed how resorts, residences, and mixed-use communities are evolving to support healthier, longer lives. Preventative wellness, access to nature, walkability, movement, and community connection are increasingly becoming priorities in both residential and hospitality developments. Projects like Serenbe and Babcock Ranch were highlighted as examples of communities intentionally designed around sustainability and wellbeing.

Another standout topic was immersive wellness experiences. Panels explored how music, storytelling, sensory design, and technology are transforming wellness spaces into more emotional and engaging experiences. Rather than traditional spas or fitness centers alone, the future points toward environments that fully immerse guests and residents in experiences meant to calm, inspire, and restore.

Overall, the symposium reflected a larger cultural shift happening across the real estate world. Wellness is no longer considered a luxury add-on. It is becoming central to how people choose where they live, work, travel, and connect.

What makes the program especially appealing is its sense of place. At Banyan Tree Samui, for instance, the lush tropical surroundings of Koh Samui become an integral part of the journey, with experiences unfolding beside the beach within the privacy of the resort’s 88 pool villas. “Banyan Tree Connections was created in response to a universal longing for deeper relationships, genuine presence, and time well spent together,” said Ms. Katejiraporn Kaewngarmsa-ard, Hotel Manager at Banyan Tree Samui. “Our tranquil resort, bathed in a lush tropical environment and idyllic for those seeking intimacy and peace of mind, is a natural canvas for a wellbeing journey shared between friends and/or family.”

As travelers increasingly prioritize emotional wellbeing alongside physical health, Banyan Tree’s newest offering reflects a growing shift in luxury travel: wellness is no longer just about self-care, but about nurturing relationships and creating shared moments that last long after the journey ends.

For a solo stay, the wellness side is where the place really lands. Through their Alila Moments, programming, guests can join experiences rooted in old Mayan practices, and they tend to feel personal instead of performative. All developed in close collaboration with local therapists, philosophers, and revered Mayan elders, the programming is impactful and offers an incredible opportunity for self-discovery. There are Cenote ceremonies focusing on setting intentions and letting go of what you don’t need. Clay and honey rituals that pull you back into the physical world, hands-on and grounding, in a way that’s both simple and restorative. Then there are water blessings connected to Ixchel, the Mayan goddess of healing, offering a kind of cleansing pause, part reflection, part renewal, especially fitting if you’re entering a new phase or just needing your head to clear.

Spa Alila carries that inward focus further. It’s less about indulgence for its own sake and more like a quiet retreat built around whole-body care. Local botanicals, healing methods, and mindful ritual details show up throughout the treatments, aimed at supporting both the body and whatever you’re carrying emotionally. With meditation, movement sessions, hydrotherapy, and quiet corners tucked into the landscape, you can move through it all at your own speed.

Still, the biggest shift often comes from the surroundings. A slow kayak through glassy lagoons. A sunrise walk along the beach. Those small, repeated moments start to do some of the work. There’s room here, not only in the literal sense, but in the internal one too, space to think, to feel, to breathe, and to return to what actually matters.

At Alila Mayakoba, being on your own doesn’t register as loneliness. It feels open, healing, and quietly rich, the kind of trip where you leave more steady, more restored, and a little more yourself than when you arrived.

Not to miss though: Daily Set, the morning Intention Ceremony by the outdoor labyrinth where you quietly visualize your purpose for the day ahead, Daily Reset: Gratitude Circle to end your day, and Sunset Sound Healing underneath the stars.

You can also choose to do your own thing, too: relax in one of the many hammocks in the Hammock Garden, take a dip in the outdoor heated resort pool or hot tub, or just grab one of the free bikes and ride through the quiet streets surrounding CIVANA (an easy 10-minute ride to the town of Carefree).

Complete your journey at the spa, which offers everything from traditional massages and body treatments like the Ayurvedic-inspired Revive to Thrive to rejuvenating skincare therapies. But CIVANA is known for its state-of-the-art Aqua Therapy Circuit with European-designed Kneipp hot/cold plunges, as well as a Tepidarium warm pool. (The Healing Waters class can help guide you through the circuit.) Their sauna is a must too for detoxing or just relaxing.

If not dining at the spa (you can order poolside at the spa’s own heated saltwater pool), you can visit Terras, the main restaurant with indoor and outdoor dining. There you can choose from a locally inspired breakfast, lunch, or dinner menu. The Seed Market & Café is also a welcoming place to grab a coffee, fresh juice, or smoothie—along with a healthy treat, salad, smoothie bowl, or light bites to nourish you throughout your stay.

Whatever journey you’re on, one thing is certain: you’ll leave CIVANA feeling refreshed, reinvigorated, and aligned—inside and out.

The two-and-a-half-hour detoxification treatment began with a scrub made from rosemary, arnica, and inulina—sugar from the agave leaf—followed by a steam room session. After I’d rinsed off the scrub, I was cocooned in a warmed local red clay wrap spiked with a shot of mezcal, which Gonzalez said helps the skin absorb the other products into the bloodstream. I showered off the clay and returned to the table for a blissful body and scalp massage with rosemary and arnica oil. My stress levels were significantly lowered, and I felt like a new person who had (literally) shed old skin.

My wellness journey continued at Rosewood San Miguel, where I’d booked a 90-minute Sun to Moon Ritual—a lunar-inspired treatment designed to restore balance through lomi lomi massage, reflexology, and intension-setting with moonstones. The evening prior, I received a “lavender kit” from El Proyecto de Lavanda with natural local lavender, containing lavender soap, essential oil, an eye pillow, and a sachet. After sprinkling a few drops of lavender essential oil onto my sheets and resting with the eye pillow before bedtime, I had the best sleep I’d had in months.

The following day, I woke up relaxed: my shoulders had dropped, my breathing had slowed. I took a tour of the impeccably landscaped property, with brick herringbone paths lined with Jacaranda trees. It was like a walking meditation. At the hacienda-style spa, my therapist drizzled warm lavender-bergamot oil on my spine, immediately calming my nervous system. After a blissful face and scalp massage, I could barely roll off the massage table.

Another bespoke treatment had caught my eye, and I had time to squeeze it in before leaving. I was eager to see what the Cosmic Journey—combining birth chart and tarot oracle—had in store for me in 2026. The 90-minute experience, designed to provide “a comprehensive understanding of your psychic realities, offering guidance and clarity on your life’s journey,” did not disappoint. A session with Perla Krigsfeld revealed strong activation for me in career sectors, with themes of practical reinvention, bold leadership, and new territory, in addition to a focus on redefining partnerships and nervous-system care. “This is not a quiet year,” Krigsfeld said. “The Solar Return Sun emphasizes visibility and recalibration of life purpose. This year pushes to ask: What version of myself am I stepping into now?”

It’s a good question for all of us.

Nature-Led Healing: Ancient Rituals, Modern Wellness Set against Costa Rica’s untamed coastline, the Spa at Waldorf Astoria Punta Cacique blends ancestral Chorotega healing traditions with contemporary wellness. Treatments harness the restorative power of the land—featuring volcanic clay, cacao, Melipona honey, and native botanicals—to rebalance body and mind. Spanning 17,000 square feet, the tranquil sanctuary offers signature rituals such as Chorotegan Cacao Healing and the Mariola Body Experience that draw on indigenous ingredients and ceremonial practices to foster deep restoration and a mindful connection to the earth.

Longevity in Cuisine: The resort offers six distinctive culinary experiences, each inspired by the flavors and traditions of Guanacaste. Menus emphasize locally sourced ingredients from local small-scale farmers, ensuring that every dish reflects the land, its people, and the region’s rich cultural heritage. Located within one of the world’s renowned Blue Zones, the cuisine also embraces fresh, nourishing ingredients—an essential element of the lifestyle that contributes to the region’s exceptional longevity and well-being.

Immersive Experiences in Nature: The property offers thoughtfully curated experiences that deepen guests’ connection to Costa Rica’s landscapes and traditions—from coffee tastings, tamale making, or chocolate sculpting to visits with local farms that showcase the region’s natural bounty. Within the resort, multiple pools provide serene spaces for soaking, relaxation, and quiet moments surrounded by nature. And beyond the property, there’s a chance for outdoor adventure and exploration:  volcanic peaks, mineral-rich hot springs, and hiking the cascading waterfalls. Coastal activities–both on and off-property–such as paddleboarding, snorkeling, surfing, boating, and guided wildlife excursions allow guests to move with the soothing rhythm of the Pacific.