Looking to experience all the benefits of living in a Blue Zone without picking up and moving to one? Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo recently announced its upcoming Blue Zones Retreat, a transformative wellness week in partnership with Blue Zones, the evidence-based wellness organization that has reverse-engineered a formula to longevity. Scheduled to take place from June 24 to 30, the Blue Zones Retreat, featuring hospitality expert Celine Vadam, will help guests unlock the secrets to vitality through the Blue Zones Power 9 principles, all within the enchanting backdrop of Costa Rica, home to one of the original Blue Zones.
Back in 2004, Dan Buettner, founder of Blue Zones, teamed up with National Geographic to unravel the secrets of longevity. Traveling worldwide, he uncovered communities where people live significantly longer. Buettner’s research led to transformative programs and popular books like The Blue Zones Solution: Eating and Living Like the World’s Healthiest People and the Netflix series “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones.”
Benefiting from over two decades of Blue Zones research into global longevity hotspots, where centenarians thrive, the Blue Zones Retreat at Andaz Costa Rica Resort taps into the wisdom of these communities. Offering education, wellness practices, and transformative discussions, the retreat is designed to foster healthy habits while embracing the essence of Costa Rica’s “Pura Vida” lifestyle.
At Andaz Costa Rica Resort, the Blue Zones Retreat will empower participants to live healthier, longer lives. Embracing the Blue Zones’s Power 9 principles, up to 40 individuals will learn how simple lifestyle adjustments can profoundly enhance their wellbeing.
“We are excited to introduce the Blue Zones Retreat at Andaz Costa Rica Resort, offering a unique opportunity for guests to immerse themselves in the secrets of longevity and wellbeing,” says Patrick Schori, general manager. “This retreat aligns perfectly with our commitment to providing transformative experiences in one of the most breathtaking locations in Costa Rica and original blue zones region.”
During the retreat, Vadam will lead daily transformative workshops, including Happiness, Right Outlook, Purpose, Connect and Set-Up for Success. These workshops are designed to help participants find balance in life, cultivate inner peace and happiness, explore life’s purpose, embody their full potential, and nurture their relationship with themself and others.
In this distinctive setting, attendees will partake in activities inspired by the traditions of Blue Zones regions. From gentle yoga and hiking to mindfulness sessions like meditation and breathwork, as well as discovery adventures and cultural experiences, guests will experience the physical vitality and mental acuity that define the world’s longest-living populations.
Led by the resort’s talented culinary team, the cuisine will feature nourishing plant-based meals inspired by traditional diets from the Blue Zones, including delicious Costa Rican dishes. Engaging cooking demonstrations will encourage guests to replicate the simple meals at home, all without sacrificing flavor.
Nestled between the tropical rainforest and the pristine beaches of the Papagayo Peninsula, Andaz Costa Rica Resort provides an immersive setting for guests to reconnect with nature and discover a pathway to longevity. Retreat participants will enjoy a discounted Blue Zones Retreat rate for their choice of luxurious rooms, suites, and villas.
“The Blue Zones hotspots offer us a roadmap to a longer, happier, better life,” says Sidney Stolz, chief brand and experiences officer of Blue Zones. “As Costa Rica is home to one of the original Blue Zones regions, Andaz’s Blue Zones Retreat provides the perfect opportunity to embark on a transformative journey in a stunning and supportive environment.”
The retreat is available for guests ages 18 and over and will welcome a maximum of 40 guests. The six-night retreat, including all meals and programming, is $3,885 per person, inclusive of taxes and service charges. Accommodations over the retreat dates start at $449 plus taxes and resort fee per night. A portion of retreat proceeds will be donated to Creciendo Juntos to support the Nicoya community in Costa Rica’s Blue Zone.
