Sun, Surf, & Sweat 2.0

FAQs

WHAT TIME DOES THE RETREAT START AND END?

The retreat officially starts at 2:00 PM on December 7, 2024, and ends at 11:00 AM on December 14, 2024.

WHICH AIRPORT DO I FLY INTO?

You fly into Liberia International Airport (LIR) Furthermore, we offer the alternative of arriving at San Jose (SJO) airport, although please note that there would be an extra charge for the transfer.

HOW DO I GET FROM AIRPORT TO THE HOTEL?

DHARMA will provide shared transfers from Liberia International Airport (LIR) to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp, for all guests arriving/departing on a Saturday. The timings will be set around the flight’s arrival/departure times. People arriving on alternative days or at Juan Santamaria Airport will need to schedule their own transfers. Please contact us for a private transfer quote.

It will take approximately 75 mins to get to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp.

WHAT ARE THE PASSPORT, VISA AND IMMIGRATION REQUIREMENTS?

It is your responsibility to check and comply with any travel, passport, visa, entry, health, vaccination, testing, and immigration requirements applicable to your booking.

Costa Rica requires US passport holders to have passports valid for at least the length of stay planned in the country and to have one blank page. Visas are not required for stays less than 180 days, but you do need to be able to show you have a  return flight ticket. 

Specific information on the requirements for Costa Rica can be found at https://www.migracion.go.cr/Paginas/Pasaportes-y-Permisos-de-Salida.aspx  

IS THERE ANYTHING SPECIFIC I SHOULD BRING WITH ME?

You will need to bring multiple sets of swimwear including rash guard tops and board shorts, a swim towel (a lightweight quick dry towel will be best), water shoes or tennis shoes, plenty of high SPF sunscreen, mosquito repellent, camera or video camera, flashlight, sunhat, sunglasses, copy of your passport, and local currency for souvenirs. We also recommend bringing a Water-to-Go filtration bottle with you. All specific surfing equipment will be provided, but of course you can choose to bring your own if you prefer.

CAN ANYONE TAKE PART IN THE SURFING LESSONS?

At Witch’s Rock Surf Camp they want to provide you with the best possible surf experience. In order to do so safely, they ask that all guests must be able to swim in the ocean, be in good physical health and to follow the instructions their surf instructors give at all times. These requirements are easy to follow, and are in place to help ensure the safety of everyone involved.

WHAT CURRENCY SHOULD I BRING?

Costa Rica uses Colones and US dollars. You can bring US dollars with you, although you should avoid denominations over $20 if possible. Credit card companies often charge significant fees for international debit card transactions. There are multiple ATMs in Tamarindo. You can exchange US dollars for Costa Rican Colones at one of the local banks, doing this will usually give you better exchange rates when making local purchases.

IS THIS TRIP SUITABLE FOR PEOPLE WITH REDUCED MOBILITY?

This trip may not be suitable for people with reduced mobility. For specific questions, please reach out to our team at retreats@melcapp.com.  

CAN THIS TRIP CATER TO SPECIAL DIETARY NEEDS?

Absolutely. We work closely with our partners and suppliers and can accommodate most dietary requirements. We will email you with a form to gather information about your dietary requirements 3 weeks before the trip start date. 

WILL I GET ANY “FREE” TIME?

Absolutely! There is plenty of leisure time included for you to re-charge, nap, or do your own thing. We always schedule down time in our daily itinerary.

IS MY DEPOSIT REFUNDABLE IF I DECIDE TO CANCEL THE TRIP?

The deposit is non-refundable and is used to secure your spot on the trip. If you decide to cancel your trip, we cannot refund your deposit. Please ensure you purchase adequate travel insurance to cover any fees you may incur if you have to cancel your trip.

WHEN DO I NEED TO PAY THE REMAINING BALANCE?

Trips feature a variety of payment options. Your remaining balance due date will depend on which payment option you select at time of booking.

OPTION 1: Pay in full

You can pay the full balance at time of booking

OPTION 2: Fifty50 

You can pay 50% at the time of booking and the remaining 50% due by September 8, 2024 (90 days before departure)

OPTION 3: Pay using Uplift
Uplift is a buy-now-pay-later service provider that helps you spread the cost of your trip over fixed, monthly payments. That means you secure your spot on a trip today, but pay for it over time in bite-sized installments*

 

If you’d like to use Uplift’s buy-now-pay-later service:
– Choose ‘Uplift’ as your payment option at check-out 

– Complete an application and receive a quick decision

– If approved, select the Uplift payment plan that best fits your budget and secure your spot!

– You’ll receive easy, monthly payment reminders or select autopay to allow for automatic payment

*Uplift is only available to US customers. For full T&C’s please visit uplift.com. Down payment may be required. Actual terms are based on your credit score and other factors and may vary. APRs range from 0% to 36%. Minimum $150 purchase required. Not everyone is eligible. Loans made through Uplift are offered by these lending partners: https://www.uplift.com/lenders/. Privacy Policy, Terms of Use.

CAN I COME TO THIS TRIP ALONE?

Yes! Traveling alone is a great way to meet new people, and many people will be coming solo. On this trip, we’re all in it together and you’ll be part of the group from the moment you arrive.

I WANT TO SHARE A ROOM BUT I AM TRAVELING ALONE, DO YOU ASSIGN ME SOMEONE TO SHARE THE ROOM WITH ?

If you are traveling alone and would like to share a room, we use our best judgment to find a good match. We endeavor to accommodate any specific requests you may have. Please contact us with any requests so that we can assign you to an unaccompanied guest who also wants to travel in a double occupancy room.

HOW DO YOU ASSIGN THE ROOMS?

Rooms are assigned on a first-come-first-served basis.

WHAT IS THE CANCELLATION POLICY?

CANCELLATION BY US

In the unlikely event that WE have to cancel the trip for any reason then we will offer you the following options:

• A full refund of all monies paid, including your deposit
• Transfer of your booking, free of charge, to a future trip of the same value

In the unlikely event that we have to cancel the trip for any reason, any flight tickets purchased by you will not be able to be refunded. It is for this reason that travel insurance is a mandatory condition of your booking. 

CANCELLATION BY YOU

If you are unable to attend the trip for any reason, you will need to make a claim with your travel insurance provider to claim any trip costs.

Please ensure your travel Insurance provider covers you for the following:

• Flight cancelation
• Trip payments
• Local and destination restrictions preventing you from traveling

IS TRAVEL INSURANCE INCLUDED?

We do not include travel insurance as everyone’s needs are different. However, having travel insurance in place for each person is a condition of your booking. Please ensure COVID-19 cover is included. If you haven’t purchased cover yet, you can do so here:

• US Residents link here
• UK Residents link here
• For other International residents link here

WHO DO I REACH OUT TO IF I HAVE ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS?

You can reach out to us directly via email at retreats@melcapp.com or contact us here.

HOW DO I CHECK MY REMAINING BALANCE?

Remaining balance can be checked by following the payment link found in your booking confirmation email.