Spend *eight* yoga-filled days and *seven* starry nights at Playa Viva, an eco-luxury wellness resort on the Mexican coast (our 2024 retreat is one day longer than in 2023!)
Psst - turn the sound on!
WHAT'S INCLUDED
...a lot!
LODGING
We'll stay in gorgeous ocean-side Treehouses, King Eco-Casitas, and Studios. Playa Viva was built from the bottom up with regenerative principles in mind. It runs on a 100% off-grid solar system and uses smart water design to conserve water and replenish the local aquifer with even cleaner water. Each unique casita uses renewable building materials harvested on-site from the farm.
A LOT OF YOGA
We'll have ocean-side yoga classes every morning and afternoon - with special additional yoga workshops like Posture Clinics and Yin & Yoga Nidra - with your favorite Thrive teachers. Classes every morning and afternoon will reflect a diversity of all your faves from the Thrive schedule. Playa Viva provides Manduka yoga mats, blocks, blankets, and straps for our practices.
NOURISHMENT
Playa Viva chefs prepare three "healthy Mexican" farm-to-table meals daily + snacks and refreshments. All of their food is fresh, organic, and locally sourced, often curated from their on-site farm. They also provide coffee (really good, really fresh coffee), teas, agua frescas (like watermelon water), and filtered water. Playa Viva accommodates a wide variety of diets, including vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, omnivore, low to no sugar, and gluten-free, among other special dietary concerns and allergies.
COMMUNITY. BEACH TIME. YOU TIME. TURTLE TIME.
Playa Viva is all about the simple luxury of nature. Located on a mile of pristine private beach surrounded by lush green palms, we'll "fall asleep to the lullaby of the Pacific Ocean and wake to the warm breeze on our skin". And they have a baby sea turtle sanctuary. Naturally.
ALSO INCLUDED...
Ground transportation to and from the Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo airport (ZIH).
Taxes, gratuity for the property caretakers, and a donation to Playa Viva's Turtle Sanctuary and to their other social and environmental impact work.
WE'RE ALL GOING.
For the week of February 10 - 17, we're taking the Thrive party to MEXICO.
Lake Frederick
Summer Adams
Katie Williams
KING ECO-CASITAS - These are private, ocean-view, one-bedroom “Casitas” (little houses) with a private bath. Perfect for a couple (king bed) or for between two to four friends (four twin beds). More details here.
Quad Occupancy: $2,500 per person
Triple Occupancy: $2,850 per person
Double Occupancy: $3,750 per person
STUDIOS (two) - With an unobstructed ocean view and private bath, this cozier spot is great for solo travelers or for a couple. More details here.
Double Occupancy: $2,500 per person
Get a Studio all to yourself: $3,000 per person
THE FINE PRINT [Applicable to all those who already booked]
A non-refundable deposit of $500 reserves your spot. Reach out to Kristi at info@thriveyogamanette.com with any questions or requests.
Unless you arrange a different, flexible payment schedule with Kristi, your card on file will be charged the remaining balance for your spot in equal 50%/50% payments on August 1 and October 1. All spots must be paid in full by October 15th.
If you pay the balance in full by June 1, you'll get an early bird discount of $250.
If you cancel your spot before July 1, you will not be responsible for the remaining payments. If you cancel your spot on or after July 1, you are still responsible for all remaining payments and we will give you a credit of the amount you paid for your spot, minus your $500 deposit, towards a future Thrive retreat. Please provide notice in writing, via email, to info@thriveyogamanette.com, if you need to cancel.
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
7am - Coffee, tea, snacks available for early birds
7.30am - Meditation + Journaling Prompt
8am - Prana Beats
9:15am - Breakfast
Free time, relax by the pool, read, walk the beach, indulge in a spa treatment or massage, go on an excursion (not included)
1pm: Posture Clinic
2pm - Lunch
Free time
5pm - Power Sculpt
7pm - Dinner on the Beach
8.30pm til the wee hours - Bonfire on the Beach, maybe a game of Truth or Dare...
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need a visa or a passport to travel to Mexico?
American citizens do not need a visa to travel to Mexico, but travelers will need a valid, up-to-date passport to travel outside the U.S.
Does Playa Viva have Wifi?
Yes, wifi is complimentary in the common areas of the resort (though we recommend that you unplug from the Gram and everything else for a week!) Casitas / accommodations close to the common area pick up the signal easily for cell service, and many cell providers don't charge roaming or other fees to use your phone in Mexico just as you would stateside. But it's definitely worth double checking with your cell provider before your trip!
Should I get travel insurance?
Yas. We recommend you purchase travel insurance in case you become ill before or during your trip. Insure My Trip is one option!
Do the bar and the boutique at Playa Viva accept Mexican Pesos or US dollars?
Playa Viva accepts both currencies.
How can I book a massage or other spa services at Playa Viva?
Playa Viva is always staffed with a masseuse, some of whom can provide additional spa services such as facials and specialty scrubs using locally harvested materials. Their massage huts are directly on the beach (!), and everyone who got a massage at Playa Viva in 2023 described it as one of the best, if not the best, massages of their LIFE. Services vary based on the provider, so definitely inquire about the spa menu when you arrive. Prices for massage are $110 for 60 minutes, $130 for 75 minutes, $150 for 90 minutes and $190 for 120 minutes.
Where is Playa Viva and how do I get there?
Playa Viva is located near the small village of Juluchuca on the Pacific Coast of Mexico in the State of Guerrero. It's just a 35 minute ride from the Zihuatanejo/Ixtapa International Airport (ZIH).
Flights to ZIH from Seattle may route through Los Angeles or San Francisco.
Is pricing per person or per room?
Pricing is listed per person and per occupancy type (single, double, triple, quad). Double occupancy is great for couples who want max privacy. Triple and Quad occupancy are great for couples, friends, or for making new Thrive friends!
Is airfare included?
Airfare is not included in pricing.
What kind of excursions are available?
Playa Viva works with locals to give you an opportunity to engage with the local environment and community in a way that honors them. They have a range of activities for whatever you're looking for - whether you want to indulge in the beauty of nature, integrate into the local culture, rejuvenate your spirit and body, or have an adventure in the tropical paradise.
Is there a recommended schedule for excursions? How do we book our excursions?
Playa Viva recommends taking at least two excursions, one on Tuesday and one on Thursday, with beachy rest days in between. On Monday, we'll all get an orientation on all the excursions they offer and we'll have the opportunity to book our favorites from there.
Could I do a payment plan?
Sure thing! Flexible payments are available, just email Kristi at info@thriveyogamanette.com. Your spot just has to be paid in full by October 15!
What if I need to cancel?
There are no refunds for the $500 deposit for any reason; that deposit holds your spot and prevents others from booking it. If you cancel in writing, via email to info@thriveyogamanette.com prior to July 1, you will not be responsible for the remainder of your payment.
If you need to cancel on or after July 1, the remainder of your payment must be paid in full (because we're fully on the hook for your spot at the retreat to Playa Viva), in which case we can give you a credit of what you paid for your spot minus the $500 deposit.
Got more questions?
We've got more answers - check out Playa Viva's extensive list of FAQs or reach out to Kristi at info@thriveyogamanette.com.
Is alcohol included?
Alcohol is not included in the retreat price, but it's available for purchase at the Playa Viva bar. We *highly* recommend their Sunset Margs. Basically everything they serve is delicious and their cocktails are top-tier.
All images used on this webpage were shot by a variety of talented photographers passionate about sustainability and regenerative travel. Photo & Video credit: Spencer Millsap. Additional photo credit: Kev Steel, Jaquory Lunsford, Lacy Smith, Adriana Gomez, Andrew Kearns, Sam Dameshek, Ryan Forbes, Dave Krugman, and @PlayaViva.