A Luxury Relationship Immersion for Couples Ready to RECONNECT with each other, REIGNITE their flame, and REDISCOVER their love that transcends space and time in one of the most romantic and unforgettable locations on the planet.
Imagine a year from now…
You awaken next to the person you've chosen, feeling their hand instinctively reach for yours before the day begins.
You linger a little longer. You laugh a little easier. You kiss a little slower.
Your eyes catch each other across the room and smile for no reason at all.
You flirt again and dream together again.
You remember what it feels like to truly see one another.
And somewhere along the way, you realize...
You didn't just reconnect in February during the ReUnite Us Retreat…
You fell in love all over again.
Extraordinary relationships don't happen by accident. They are intentionally created, lovingly nurtured, and continually rediscovered.
WHY NOW?
WHY COSTA RICA?
We believe the most important relationship you'll ever invest in isn't your career, your home, or your retirement portfolio. It's the one person who walks through all of it beside you.
Life has a way of pulling even the strongest couples into routines. Between careers, family, responsibilities, schedules, and just the day-to-day routines.
The ReUnite Us Retreat in Costa Rica is your opportunity to intentionally step away from all of it and remember why you chose each other in the first place.
Costa Rica helps you slow down and remember.
The pace of life softens. The jungle hums with life, the ocean breathes in steady rhythm, and the warm tropical air reminds you that there is nowhere else you need to be.
Surrounded by lush rainforest, pristine beaches, and extraordinary biodiversity, it's almost impossible not to become more present. The constant notifications, endless to-do lists, and daily responsibilities begin to fade, making room for something that often gets lost in busy lives: each other.
Nature itself becomes part of the experience. As you stand beside breathtaking waterfalls, thousands of naturally occurring negative ions fill the air, shown to reduce stress, elevate mood, and calm the nervous system. On the beach, the rhythmic sound of the waves encourages your body to slow down, breathe deeper, and reconnect. Every element of Costa Rica seems to gently whisper the same invitation:
Slow down. Be here. Choose each other.
Perhaps that's why Costa Rica consistently ranks among the happiest countries in the world. There is a deep cultural philosophy known as Pura Vida "Pure Life" that isn't simply a phrase, but a way of living. It is a reminder to appreciate the present moment, embrace simplicity, and find joy in what truly matters.
For one unforgettable week, you'll step into that way of life together.
And you may discover that the greatest souvenir you bring home isn't something packed in your suitcase...
It's the feeling of falling in love with your life, and each other, all over again.
“During our time with Nicole, we realized that we didn’t have to drift apart. We could lean in and become stronger than ever before!”
— Nicole’s Clients, Florida
What to Expect
During your stay, you’ll immerse yourselves in several nights at a beautifully appointed Costa Rica retreat sanctuary on the hilltop overlooking the evening sunsets. Every detail is designed to help you drop in, soften, and reconnect without distraction, pressure, or responsibility.
You’ll experience a blend of guided couples sessions and personalized 1:1 support with a down-to-earth licensed therapist who specializes in helping high-achieving partners elevate their relationship to its next powerful chapter. Through intimate group workshops and private sessions, you’ll deepen communication, strengthen intimacy, and open new pathways of understanding and desire.
By the time you leave, you’ll carry home actionable tools, shared rituals, and a renewed vision for your relationship rooted in intimacy, intention, and the deep knowing that you are choosing each other again, on purpose.
This bespoke experience is available to only five couples so that every moment feels deeply personal, private, and meticulously supported.
With such an intimate group, we’re able to offer high-touch attention, customized guidance, and the kind of elevated care that simply isn’t possible in a larger retreat. Each couple enjoys their own private bedroom with ensuite and access to a shared outdoor pool, jacuzzi, and swim-up bar, creating the perfect balance of connection, privacy, and serene luxury throughout your stay.
Couples will also learn from one another, celebrate each other, and leave with incredible new friends and a supportive community.
Meals are crafted to nourish both body and connection: fresh, vibrant, locally sourced cuisine, candlelit dinners on-site, and opportunities to explore some of Costa Rica’s exceptional restaurants together.
Every bite supports your wellbeing and adds to the sensory richness of your experience.
You’ll also have time for playful exploration, nature walks, sunset views, and quiet moments that invite laughter, closeness, and rediscovery. And with private roundtrip transfers to and from SJO airport and all included activities thoughtfully coordinated, you can fully relax into the journey without worrying about logistics.
ReConnect
Imagine arriving hand-in-hand, breathing in the warm, humid air as the jungle hums around you. Warm breezes brushing your skin, the scent of tropical flowers lingering in the air, and a slow, grounding quiet that invites you to exhale fully for the first time in a long while. Your eyes catch one another’s and your instantly feel that spark again, and the desire to learn every inch of your partner’s body and soul.
ReKindle
As you and your beloved stand together near the gentle rush of a waterfall, something inside you begins to loosen … old patterns, unspoken tensions, the subtle distance that routine can create.
Suddenly it’s just the two of you and the steady roar of water, the rhythm of your heartbeats, the warmth of your partner’s hand in yours. Standing there, surrounded by the raw power of nature, you feel something strengthen between you. A soft, grounding presence that reminds you that no matter what phases you’ve moved through or how far routine has pulled you apart, you can always return to the simple truth of choosing each other again.
ReDiscover
On the beach, the sun warms your skin, the ocean wind brushes your cheeks, and the rhythmic pull of the waves naturally draws you closer. Walking side by side, sand shifting beneath your feet, you feel the simple ease of just being together again. No roles, no responsibilities, just the warmth of a hand on your back, fingers intertwining, and the gentle awareness of how good it feels to move in sync.
Your bodies become close, feeling ripples of vibration move through the water and through both of you, reminding your bodies how to relax, to trust, to lean in. You remember the tenderness, desire, and curiosity that first sparked between you, and you feel it returning, soft, natural, and complete.
ReUnite
You and your partner glide Costa Rican blue clay across each other’s skin, soft, cool, earthy, fingers brushing slowly, shapes shifting as you trace memories and dreams on each other’s arms and shoulders, the clay leaving behind a delicate pattern of connection.
In moments like these you remember how it feels to belong. How it feels to desire one another, soft passion building deeper into heated intimacy, allowing your eyes to see the depths of your connection, and your bodies to feel the frequency you create together.
The greatest gift you can give your relationship is the time and focused attention it deserves.
Couples who feel the subtle drift of everyday life, tasks, and obligations taking over and want to choose reconnection.
Those entering a new chapter of life such as career transitions, empty nesting, or evolving identities, and want to navigate that transition intentionally, connected, and aligned.
Partners who are committed to “we” without losing the “you” and “me”.
Hearts that are ready to invest in their relationship and envision more than the next night on the couch.
Couples who have built a successful life together and want their relationship to feel as elevated as everything they’ve created.
Partners who aren’t in crisis but crave deeper intimacy, clearer communication, more presence, and a more passionate connection.
This retreat is designed to honor love in all its forms and is open to couples of all ages (18 and over), all stages of togetherness, all marital statuses, and is fully inclusive of LGBTQ partnerships. Here, every couple is welcomed, supported, and celebrated.
The ReUnite Us Retreat is for…
Your Costa Rican Villa, where the magic unfolds.
Where moments of connection and adventure turn into the remembrance and deepening of shared love and passion.
The Retreat Sanctuary
Nestled among swaying palms in the tranquil beach town of Esterillos Oeste, your private retreat sanctuary invites you to slow down the moment you arrive. Thoughtfully designed with open-air gathering spaces, tropical architecture, and beautifully appointed private bedrooms with ensuite baths, where luxury feels effortless and nature is woven in at every turn.
Mornings begin with fresh coffee and fruit by the pool next to your beloved, as scarlet macaws soar overhead. Afternoons unfold beneath the warm Costa Rican sun as we gather for adventure, play, and real conversations, while evenings are spent gathered under a canopy of stars, sharing candlelit dinners, and the simple joy of being fully present. Just minutes from the beach, this intimate sanctuary offers the perfect balance of privacy, comfort, and connection, creating an atmosphere where love can breathe, hearts can open, and the distractions of everyday life gently fade away.
“Marie is an amazing host! She is one of the most caring, dedicated hosts we ever had!”
— Happe Roberts, Costa Rica, Upward Spirals
Simply Arrive. We'll Take Care of the Rest.
Your ReUnite Us Retreat Inclusions:
Five (5) nights in your own private sanctuary within a beautiful tropical villa, just steps from the beach, featuring a private bedroom and ensuite bathroom for you and your partner.
Chef-inspired breakfasts, lunches, and dinners crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy intimate candlelit dinners at the villa and explore some of Costa Rica's most memorable local restaurants, with dietary needs thoughtfully accommodated.
Private roundtrip airport transfers between Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) and the villa at designated arrival and departure times.
Transportation to all scheduled retreat experiences and excursions, allowing you to simply relax and be fully present.
A rejuvenating couples massage, inviting you both to slow down, reconnect, and restore harmony to mind, body, and spirit.
Transformational relationship workshops, including both private and group sessions with licensed therapist Nicole McDonald, LCSW-R, designed to deepen communication, strengthen intimacy, and support your relationship's next chapter.
Meaningful connection rituals that invite laughter, vulnerability, play, and presence through thoughtfully curated experiences and guided activities.
An unforgettable Costa Rican adventure, selected specifically for this group based on your collective comfort level and sense of adventure. (This may be horseback riding, ATV tour, ziplining, waterfall hike… this will be a collective decision!)
A breathtaking sunset catamaran cruise, where you'll toast your love while watching the sun melt into the Pacific Ocean.
A playful blue clay body painting experience, inspiring curiosity, sensuality, creativity, and joyful connection.
Time to simply be together, whether lounging by the pool, walking hand in hand along the beach, sipping coffee beneath the palms, or watching the stars emerge after dinner.
A professional couples photography session, capturing the authentic moments of your week together. Following the retreat, you'll receive a curated collection of beautiful images and a custom-designed keepsake photo book, so the memories, emotions, and connection you've cultivated continue long after you return home.
Your round-trip airfare to and from the San Jose, Costa Rica SJO Airport and your home.
Any (optional) hotel stay(s) before and/or after the retreat.
Transportation to/from retreat center outside of scheduled times.
Beverages (including any alcoholic beverages) outside of the retreat center inclusions.
Additional activities that guest chooses to participate in outside of retreat inclusions.
Travel, personal and medical insurance (mandatory).
Passport and other necessary documentation.
What Is Not Included:
Your Ticket to Paradise
Payment Plans
Upon check-out, options for payments plans are available including Klarna & Afterpay. The ReUnite Us Couples Retreat is priced for two people, $6997. Save $500 when you pay in full for $6497.
Inclusivity Statement
The ReUnite Us Couples Retreat is for those who wish to strengthen their relationship, deepen their intimacy, and explore meaningful ways to connect. This retreat is open to couples of all ages 18+, is LGBTQ+ friendly, and we believe diversity is beautiful. We also hold this work with deep respect, and trust that each couple comes for the right reasons and respects the sacredness of the other couples who are present. We create a safe space that honors and values the individual as well as the group.
Cancellation Policy
A $500, non-refundable deposit, is included for all reservations.
Cancellations made now through December 31, 2026 will be refunded less deposit. Cancellations after January 1, 2027 are non-refundable. The three-part payment plan must be complete no later than 30 days prior to retreat. Should the retreat hosts be unable to fulfill a minimum of four rooms by January 1, 2027, the retreat will be refunded in full.
Please purchase travel insurance for unavoidable emergencies that may result in cancellation.
Insurance quotes available upon request.
MEET YOUR HOSTS
Marie Crystal Kueny is a two-time international bestselling author, empowerment coach, and founder of Goddess of Light Retreats. Marie has designed and led transformational retreats around the world, bringing together thoughtful experiences, meaningful conversations, and unforgettable moments that help people reconnect with themselves and with those they love. Her unique gift lies in creating environments where people feel safe enough to be vulnerable, inspired enough to dream bigger, and supported enough to create lasting change.
With a background in educational psychology, holistic wellness, and experiential learning, Marie thoughtfully curates every detail, from the location and accommodations to the rituals, adventures, and shared experiences, so couples can fully relax, be present, and rediscover the joy, intimacy, and possibility within their relationship.
Marie Crystal Kueny
Nicole McDonald is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has spent more than 25 years helping couples reconnect, heal, and grow stronger together. She believes love is built through trust, communication, and shared experiences, which is why she created these retreats: to give couples the tools and space to deepen their bond.
Passionate about helping couples thrive, Nicole brings both clinical expertise and a compassionate, down-to-earth approach to every retreat she leads. When she’s not working with couples, Nicole loves traveling, enjoying adventures with family and friends, and spending time with her animals.
Nicole McDonald, LCSW
FAQ’s
If you feel the pull of work obligations, remember your most valuable asset is not your employer or your business. Your most valuable asset is your health and wellbeing. This retreat will help you enhance your life in so many ways that you may even increase your productivity, creativity and innovation upon return.
You’re so busy putting everyone’s needs first… that you may not remember what it is like to prioritize your relationship. For that matter, maybe you never had an opportunity to really consider what would bring YOU joy.
I’m so busy already with work and/or family obligations. How will I find the time to attend this retreat?
This opportunity sounds amazing and exactly what I need! I am not certain I can make it work…
Let me ask you first, what might be possible for you IF you attend the retreat?
If you took the time to deeply reconnect to your own intuition, spent nearly a week immersed in both relaxation activities and incredible personal growth while surrounded by the healing waters of the Pacific and the soothing energy of the Costa Rican jungle?
What might you gain from being in a sacred sisterhood of the most loving and supportive women you can imagine, who inspire you to stretch the belief of who are into the most beautiful, radiant, abundant version of you that exists?
There is nothing more powerful than saying YES to what you know in your heart that you need and desire.
Additionally, if you’re a business owner, you may be able to attend the retreat as a business education expense. Please consult with a tax expert to determine if you qualify.
I have special dietary needs. Will the retreat center accommodate me?
Absolutely!
You will receive a survey prior to the retreat to include any dietary or other information pertinent to ensure you have a wonderful experience.
Here's to the next chapter of your love story!
