Why Our Welcome Bags Are So Much More Than Gifts

There’s something sacred about arrival.
That moment when you land, exhale, and step into a space that already feels like it’s been waiting for you.
One of my favorite details of retreat planning is creating our welcome bags — not as swag, but as a thoughtful introduction to place, people, and intention.
Each item inside is chosen with care and sourced from local artists and makers. These are people who live here, create here, and pour their hearts into their work. When you open your bag, you’re not just receiving a gift — you’re being welcomed into a community.
A hand-crafted piece that carries the texture of this land.
Artwork infused with the spirit of the jungle and the sea.
Small, meaningful offerings that invite you to slow down and arrive fully.
Featuring local artists matters to me deeply. It’s a way of honoring creativity, supporting the local economy, and weaving authentic connection into the retreat experience. It also means that what you receive is truly one-of-a-kind — just like the journey you’re about to step into.
My hope is that when you reach into your welcome bag, you feel seen, considered, and held. That it sets the tone for the days ahead — intentional, soulful, and rooted in connection.
Because transformation doesn’t just happen in the big moments. It lives in the details.
With so much care,
Heather
Speaking of Gifts...
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Heather
Founder of Rereat Planning Nosara

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