Costa Rica · November 1–9, 2027
Nine days in Costa Rica to return to yourself.
A jungle villa in Jaco, hot springs + volcanos in La Fortuna, and a small group of people who came for the same reason. Adventure, rest, real conversation — and time away from the phone.
Most trips give you photos. This one gives you your nervous system back. Nine days of jungle air, ocean, waterfalls and unhurried mornings — with deliberate phone-free windows, evening circles that go somewhere real, and enough adventure to remind you what alive feels like. You come home rested, clearer, and with people you'll still be talking to next year.
Who It's For
If you've been running on empty, this week is for you.
Founders & Entrepreneurs
You've been running at full speed for years. This is the week you step out of the noise, get perspective, and remember why you started.
Leaders, Authors, Speakers, Coaches & Healers
You hold space for everyone else. Here someone holds it for you — with people who understand the work you do.
Anyone Who Needs a Reset
No credentials required. If you're tired in a way sleep doesn't fix, Costa Rica is a very good answer.
What you leave with
- A genuinely rested nervous system — not just a tan
- Clarity on what's next, written down and workable
- A handful of friendships that outlast the flight home
- Practices and rhythms that travel back into ordinary life
- A marketing content library — professional photos and video from your filmed talk and the trip sizzle reel
- A speaking slot you can leverage — a recorded talk to share, repurpose, and use as proof of authority
The Experience
Costa Rica, November 2027
Nine days to adventure, rest, contribute and connect — designed so you go home lighter than you arrived, with a clear sense of what's next.
Trip Elements
A week built around clarity, contribution and connection.
Every day has a shape — and plenty of space inside it. Nothing is mandatory; there's always a slower track.
01
Transformational Workshops + Sharing
Intimate, one-hour gatherings at the villa on vision, alignment, purpose, and life. Led by powerful trip leaders.
02
Wellness Resets
Pool, sauna, red light therapy, hammocks and quiet time — unhurried space to downshift your nervous system and let the week land in your body.
03
Adventure
A Costa Rica adventure designed to stretch comfort zones, build confidence and reconnect you to aliveness. Optional: relax instead — massage and down time.
04
Teamwork
A surprise team-based challenge that builds collaboration and adaptability — with a prize for the winning team, and a lot of laughing.
05
Contribution
Give back to the local community and connect with the land and culture of Costa Rica. Consistently the day people remember most.
06
Speaking + Sizzle
Share your wisdom and vision. Talks will be filmed and shared via Be Well Asheville Retreats, the Retreat Leaders Network™, and other channels—giving you visibility and momentum beyond the trip.
07
Rejuvenation
Unplug, relax and recharge with flexible options — beach, national park, spa, rest or quiet exploration.
08
Integration
Turn insights into forward momentum. Reflect, synthesize, and leave with a clearer path for your life and work.
09
Retreat Leaders Network
Each participant can qualify to become a future retreat leader and have their business represented and featured with both Be Well Asheville Retreats and the Retreat Leaders Network for ongoing exposure.
Pre & post retreat support included. Before the retreat we prepare you — after it we help you integrate what landed. The week is the beginning, not the whole thing.
Your 9-Day Journey
Itinerary is still tentative — days may shift as the experience is finalized.
Arrival & Connection
We gather mid-morning in San Jose and head toward Jaco, check into the villa, and settle into the rhythm of Costa Rica. The evening is for connection, relaxation and a welcome feast at the villa — prepared by a private chef.
Highlights
- Arrive in San José
- Transfer to Jaco and check in
- Relax, meet the group and settle in
- Welcome feast at the villa (private chef)
Home Base
A jungle villa in Jaco, Costa Rica
An inspiring home base for connection, relaxation and evening circles — surrounded by jungle, minutes from the Pacific, with a private chef most nights.
Everything Included
So you can fully focus.
What's included
- Accommodations (double occupancy)
- Lunches and dinners included
- Private chef meals at the villas
- All in-country group transportation during the trip
- All planned experiences: adventure, teamwork, contribution, rejuvenation, integration
- Filmed Talk
- Basic photo/video coverage for an overall trip sizzle reel
- Invitation to be featured as a leader inside the Retreat Leaders Network community & affiliate channels like Be Well Asheville Retreats
Not included
- Flights to and from Costa Rica
- Optional massages and spa treatments
- Personal purchases and souvenirs
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Trip Investment
Founding Circle
$7,997
USD
First 5 seats or March 31, 2027 — whichever comes first. Then $8,997.
Accommodations, most meals, in-country transport and all experiences included. Airfare not included.
Your experience includes:
- Villa accommodations in Jaco + two nights in La Fortuna
- Curated 9-day experience + all planned activities
- Transformational workshops + evening circles
- Adventure, contribution, teamwork and rejuvenation days
- Your talk filmed on location
- Featured as a leader inside the Retreat Leaders Network™ and Be Well Asheville media channels
A $1,500 deposit holds your seat. Payment plans available.
Price increases as the trip approaches.
14 guest seats in a group of 22. Small on purpose.
Reserve Your Seat
Your Host
Meet Travis Richardson
Retreat host · International keynote speaker · Founder, Be Well Asheville
I've spent the last decade chasing one question: what actually makes people come alive — and how do you build a life around it? The answer, for me, turned out to be rooms full of people far from home. Costa Rica three times. Alaska. Ecuador. Liberia. Serbia. Japan, Korea, Thailand.
What I've watched happen on those trips is hard to explain until you've been on one. People arrive exhausted and armored. Somewhere around day three the shoulders drop. By day nine they're making decisions they'd been circling for years — not because anyone pushed, but because there was finally room.
I keep the group small on purpose. Small enough that I know your name, what you came for, and the kind of life you want to create.
- 5
- Transformational retreats + keynote speaker
- 8
- Countries travelled to
- 3×
- Times visited Costa Rica on retreat
Proof, Not Theory
Trips we've already lived and led
The Costa Rica sizzle reel plus Alaska, Liberia, Costa Rica, New Zealand and the Ungrind Journey — here's what these trips actually look like.
Costa Rica Sizzle Reel
A taste of the journey — the villa, the jungle, the circles and the adventure that awaits in November 2027.
Watch on YouTubeLiberia 2014
A contribution-driven journey into community work and cross-cultural leadership.
Watch on YouTubeCosta Rica 2018
Leading roundtable sessions and a live stage talk on a trip built around transformation.
Watch on YouTubeNew Zealand
A Live Your List experience — bucket-list adventure designed for real internal shifts.
Watch on YouTubeThe Ungrind Revolution
The energy and ethos behind a movement built on doing life differently.
Watch on YouTubeAnnounced Soon
A hand-picked circle of visionary leaders
Four leaders will expand their lives and business through transformation, service, and adventure. Selections are being made now — names will be announced here.
Leader 01
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Leader 02
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Leader 03
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Leader 04
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FAQ
Questions, answered.
Who is this retreat for?+
This experience is designed for entrepreneurs, business owners, authors, speakers, and leaders who are seeking expansion in their business and/or clarity on where their business is heading. It's ideal for those who want to align their business with their desired lifestyle, values, and long-term vision. Whether you're at a crossroads, scaling, or simply seeking a reset, this trip is for you.
How fit do I need to be?+
Adventure days stretch comfort zones, but slower alternatives are always available and nothing is mandatory. If you can walk a few miles comfortably, you're fine.
What are the rooms like?+
Villa accommodations on a double-occupancy basis. We match roommates thoughtfully, and a private-room upgrade is available on request.
Can I come alone?+
Most people do. By the second evening it never feels that way.
Which airport do I fly into?+
San José (SJO). Fly in the morning of November 1 and out on November 9. Group transportation to and from the villa is included.
What should I pack?+
Light layers, swimwear, walking shoes, insect repellent and one thing you'd wear to a nice dinner. A full packing list goes out after you reserve.
What's the deposit and cancellation policy?+
A $1500 deposit holds your spot and the balance is due before the trip. Full terms are shared when Travis follows up on your request.
What is included in the trip cost?+
Your investment covers accommodations (double occupancy), most meals including private chef dinners, all in-country transportation, planned activities (adventure, teamwork, contribution, rejuvenation), Workshops, your filmed talks, and basic photo/video coverage. Flights, personal purchases, and optional spa treatments are not included.
How do I reserve?+
Fill in the form below. Travis reads every one personally and will follow up with details and next steps. You can also email him directly at travis@bewellasheville.com.
Reserve
Reserve your spot in Costa Rica.
Spots are limited and the group stays small. Share a little about yourself and Travis will be in touch with pricing, dates and next steps.
Want to co-lead this or other retreats?
Get in touch with Travis at travis@bewellasheville.com, or visit the Retreat Leaders Network and apply at retreatleadersnetwork.com.