The jicote barcino, or melipona costaricensis is one of the three types of melipona bees that exist here in Costa Rica. The other two found here in Costa Rica are called jicote gato and jicote congo, but more on them another time! All of these Melipona bees are stingless. [Read more…]
What’s all the buzz!? The most important creature on the planet: Bees
Bees have just been officially called the most important creature on the planet. I mean, 70% of all the food you [we] eat had flowers that were pollinated by bees. So it makes sense. If they go extinct (which they are now on the endangered list as a whole), then we’ll all be eating different types of potatoes until the cows come home. And then forever after that. [Read more…]
Looking to book your flights? Read this first…
Often on retreat, the most difficult thing is making your travel arrangements to and from the centre. Before you do that, it’s worth reading this post so that you maximize your time here at the centre and so that everything is clear. [Read more…]
The centre is a dry space.
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There is a special place I know
We were gifted this beautiful poem from Jo Stephens, after her stay here at the centre with us. Jo and Justine came to the centre looking for a place to run their retreat (found here). Jo really touched our hearts when she shared this with us. Without further ado:
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The Centre Rules
Rules are not always the most fun – but they’re pretty essential when it comes to operating a group space with many people and personalities in the one container. We’ve tried to make these rules through two lenses: one that creates a safe and inclusive space for all, and one that helps us to operate smoothly and seamlessly. Please take a read below and make sure you’re familiar with the rules of Navina Costa Rica: [Read more…]
Coffee Lovers – We’ve Got Something You’ll Like
Part of our mandate here in Costa Rica is to build connections and relationships with local businesses to support Tico families. And a few weeks ago, we went up to a coffee plantation (about an hour away from the centre) for a tour. This coffee plantation is owned and operated by Deiner and his family. [Read more…]
You have to protect your bananas!
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Packing List
Getting ready to make your trip to Costa Rica?! Depending on your packing style, you might be looking into this well in advance or the night before (or somewhere in the middle). Regardless, we’ve put this list together in an effort to minimize any stress that might be associated with the more logistical side of your retreat preparations! [Read more…]
The Jungle: Peaceful But Not Quiet
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And we want to get away to nature to experience calm and silence. But when you come here to the jungle I want you to be ready. It’s not silent here, and in fact it’s much louder than the city. [Read more…]