Why Costa Rica for your YPO Retreat or YPO Family Forums?

"Costa Rica seems to contain the world within its small compass from Swiss Alpine Forests to Amazonian Lowland Jungles amidst a spine of Volcanoes."  National Geographic Traveler

Costa Rica – A Profound and Inspired Setting for Focus, Renewal and Relaxation:

 Experience the enchantment of a Costa Rican Rainforest alive with the sounds of tree frogs, toucans, parrots and howler monkeys as Mother Nature nurtures mind, body and spirit!

 Watch red hot lava flow from an active volcano while sitting on your verandah or soaking in soothing mineral hot springs, surrounded by an oasis of tropical flowers.

 Live the "Tropical Movie Experience" and discover your true force of nature with exhilarating adventures and expert facilitation amidst Nature’s classroom. Our retreats are designed with a wide variety of activities including white water rafting, flying above the rainforest canopy, hiking, snorkeling, canyoning, horseback riding, deep sea fishing adventures and more, all of which are linked to YPO learning points and designed to boost confidence, self-esteem and awareness.

 Exclusive Lodging for YPO Executives: Our VIP lodgings range from 5 star resorts like the 4 Seasons to Private Villas and Exotic Tent Camps, designed to create a YPO lifetime experience for Forums and YPO Families.

 The Nature of Inspiration: Our Faculty Director, Rosemary Rein, PhD, author of "Go Wild! Survival Skills for Business and Life" moved to Costa Rica more than a decade ago. A graduate of Wilderness Survival Skills and member of Costa Rica's U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Rosemary offers unique connections, facilitation and private VIP receptions for visiting YPO Executives and their families.

Safe, Economical and Convenient

The unofficial slogan of Costa Rica is "Pura Vida" that translates as ‘pure life’. The only country in the Western Hemisphere without an army, Costa Rica has been called "the Switzerland of the Americas". Blessed with warm, friendly people, Costa Rica boasts a 93% literacy rate—higher than the United States. Visitors understand why this small and enchanting country has been selected as the adopted home of many North Americans and Europeans.

 Convenient - Costa Rica has two international airports with daily and direct flights, often with great round-trip specials from many U.S. and Canadian cities. Costa Rica is only 2.5 hours from Miami, 4.5 hours from New York and 5 hours to Toronto.

 Economical - Retreat participants and meeting planners note the economy of using Costa Rica by combining learning, enrichment and experiential travel in one unique package. Forget "Bored Rooms"! Costa Rica Retreats are often more economical, more luxurious and more inspirational than hosting a retreat in a large U.S city. It’s not surprising that Costa Rica has been chosen by numerous travel industry leaders and publications as the favored best destination for adventure, sports, honeymoons and retreats.

 Safe - Our experienced tour guides and travel planners assure your comfort and safety. The YPO Retreats Costa Rica Safari Team includes Expert Guides and Security for VIP Visitors.

 Tax-Deduction for U.S. Business Expenses - Costa Rica enjoys a privileged status as a destination for meetings organized by U.S. companies under United States Internal Revenue Code section 274 (h) and IRS Revenue Ruling 94-56, Section 274 (h) (6). Accordingly Costa Rica is considered within the North American area for deductions for conventions, seminars or similar meetings for individuals attending such meetings and all are entitled to the same deductions applicable to conventions held in North America. For more information consult your local IRS Office.

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