Balance Wellness Retreat

Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita Riviera Maya, an ultra-luxury boutique resort, offers a completely new kind of vacation experience focused on wellness, serenity and romance, as well as social and environmental responsibility.

This intimate hotel, tucked along a private beach with jewel-blue waters and lush mangroves, offers elegant suites nestled amid 14 acres of tropical gardens. The architecture captures the essence of Mayan culture with open courtyards, fountain-adorned pathways and reflecting pools.

This exceptionally unique property features 100 beachfront suites; La Canoa, a AAA Four Diamond award-winning restaurant; the first certified Thalasso therapy center in North America; and a private, 48-foot Catamaran. For the 13th consecutive year, the longest streak in Mexico’s Riviera Maya region, Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita, has earned the AAA Five Diamond Award.

Location/Transportation

Located on a beautiful stretch of white sandy beach

Distance from Airport: Cancún International Airport (CUN) – 20 minute drive

Distance from Downtown:

• 5 minutes from Puerto Morelos
• 15 minutes from Playa del Carmen
• 45 minutes from downtown Cancun

Dining Facilities:

• La Canoa – Experience fine dining at its best and most creative with a dramatic fusion of styles based upon the spices and chilies used in the cuisine of warm-weather countries. AAA Four Diamond Award restaurant. Open for dinner only. Dress code is formal.
• Kaax – Hand-painted murals depicting the flora and fauna of the region fill the walls of this intriguing restaurant. Featuring an original Mexican menu that adds the true authenticity of the region, this restaurant sets itself apart from the other Yucatan dining experiences. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dress code is casual.
• El Chiringuito – Situated on the beach, this casual open-air, ocean-side grill offers a variety of fresh seafood, chicken, meatsand fresh pizzas grilled to perfection over a wood fire. Open for lunch and dinner. Dress code is casual.
• Sushi & Ceviche Bar – Enjoy a variety of sashimi, ceviche and sushi specialties on the terrace of the Kaax restaurant. Open for lunch. Dress code is casual.
• Umami Asian Fusian  – This Asian fusion restaurant features savory dishes like Peking Duck. Exclusively available to guests staying in the Impression and Butler sections. Open for dinner. Dress code is formal.
• Chef’s Table – Serve á la carte cuisine in an open kitchen area, or in front of the chef. Exclusively available to guests staying in the Impression section. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dress code is casual.
• Room Service – Yes
• Private Dining Option – If you want to enjoy a magical and romantic evening to celebrate a special event, a special lunch or just to be alone together, the hotel can create the perfect setting and dining experience. Contact the concierge upon arrival for arrangements. Additional fees may apply for this private dining service.

Cocktail Lounges or Bars:

• Hippos Bar – Looked in the pool area with a stunning ocean view, during the day this bar features drinks as well as a menu offering light snacks. At night, Hippos is the ideal place for a quiet pre-dinner drink where a variety of Mexican snacks are available for you to try.
• Library Bar – Featuring an extensive reading collection and soothing ocean views, this bar is a relaxing and inviting meeting place for guests.
• La Bonita Bar – Indoor bar with billiards table, serving top shelf spirits. Exclusively available to Impression and Butler Suite guests.
• Elefante Bar and Lounge – A lounge area and bar featuring elephant décor and artifacts. Exclusively available to Impression and Butler Suite guests.

Entertainment:

• Live music
• Casino night

Activities

• Pool: Yes, two pools
• Whirlpool: Yes, two, – one outside and one in the spa area
• Beach: Located on a private beach
• Watersports: Watersports are complimentary and feature activities like an aqua gym, windsurfing, kayaking, and sailing. Also complimentary is boat/shuttle ride service to Puerto Morelos. Boat leaves at 1:00 pm each day. Guests have one hour in Puerto Morelos, before the boat returns. (Times are subject to change.)
• Spa: Yes, the first Thalasso-certified spa in North America, this 22,000-square-foot facility offers ancient therapies like Thalasso and Temazcal to refresh your body and spirit.
• Fitness Center: Complimentary use of gym and Thalasso center, which include sauna, steam room and whirlpool. Yoga and Pilates classes are also available.
• Golf: Nearby are fabulous signature golf courses, designed by Jack Nicklaus, P.B. Dye, Robert Von Hagge and Greg Norman. Guests enjoy complimentary greens fees at Grand Coral Riviera Maya, designed by Nick Price.
• Tennis: Yes, complimentary daytime use of tennis courts
• Shopping: Gift shop on-site
• Other: You can enjoy the Caribbean on the private 48-foot Catamaran, with the same excellent level of service, elegance and unique attention to detail as you find in the hotel. The Catamaran is available for private cruises, moonlight dining, cocktail parties or overnight excursions. Additional fees apply.

Three categories of rooms to choose from. Room availability is first come/first serve.

How to secure your spot:

• Submit your retreat preferences request
• Review invoice emailed to you within 1-2 business days after submission
• Accept/decline insurance options. If accepted the amount of the insurance will be added to the invoice and deposit amount due.
• Submit $250 non-refundable deposit to lock in your space even if insurance is purchased
• Final payment due on February 10

Meet Deanna, Your Retreat Host 

Deanna Pizitz is a thriving middle age woman who makes a daily conscious effort to take care of her mind, body and spirit so she can live a well worthy life.  Deanna is a mother, grandmother and also a health and wellness mentor and life coach to many! She has years of experience as a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach.  Deanna can help YOU connect the dots between who you ARE and who you WANT TO BE.  Deanna has created a BALANCE Wellness Method to optimize Nourishment, Movement, Stress Management and Mindset. Her niche is helping women 40 and over.

If you are looking to feel your best and not only enjoy but THRIVE in this second chapter of life, than this retreat is for YOU! If you are sick and tired and feeling sick and tired, we are talking to YOU! If you are ready to take control of your life and feel better than you ever thought possible, we are here for YOU!

Some of the fun activities and workshops we may be incorporating into the retreat are:

• Cooking classes
• Barre class
• Walk and talk sessions
• Mindfulness
• Yoga
• Sounds healing
• Art classes
• Thalasso therapy
• Give back opportunity

*Activities will depend on number of participants and schedule of events at time of travel

We hope to see you at our Balance Wellness Retreat in Riviera Maya Mexico in April 2022!

Note from Deanna:

Hi, I am so excited for my first Balance Retreat taking place in Mexico. Together we will travel and I will share with you how I continue on my health journey even when I am on vacation. After a trip to Napa Valley years ago, I came back not feeling so great! I realized that I wanted to come home from vacation feeling better than when I left, not worse. I was tired of traveling and gaining weight, feeling bloated and undoing all of the good I had done. On our trip, I will share with you my experience and all the things I do (or don’t do) to feel my best before, during and after my vacation. I hope you will join me in paradise!

Deanna

We encourage all international travelers to purchase travel insurance which provides cancellation for any reason (less the $250 deposit) in the form of a refund or future travel credit, during travel medical coverage, and more. We will send travel insurance options and pricing in your quote.

The BALANCE retreat was created for the woman who is ready to enjoy some fun and freedom in the sun while also learning how to live a healthier, happier and aligned life. This retreat is full of activities for wellness and workshops personalized to your needs. This is an opportunity to make choices that resonate with you and your personal journey. Simply come and enjoy the company of like-minded women or take part in all the activities available. The resort is all-inclusive so most activities are included in your travel fees.

April 21

Arrival day!

You can arrive to the Cancun airport as you like.  Transfers will be arranged for you according to your flight time.

Evening meet and greet – time/place to be announced

April 22

Start your day with a sunrise beach walk and talk.

Yoga

Morning workshop session led by Deanna – Your Health Journey on Vacation

Free time at the beach or pool

Meditation

April  23

Start your day with a sunrise beach walk and talk.

Yoga

Morning workshop session led by Sandra – Reclaim Your Inner Freedom

Sound bath

April 24

Breakfast morning workshop led by Deanna and Sandra – Bringing It All Together

Free afternoon at the resort to relax and enjoy.

Or, spa appointment, afternoon excursions (additional charge)

April 25

Return home with a healthier mind, body and new friendships.

Early booking benefit! Take this experience to the next level and schedule a complimentary 45 minute 1:1 coaching session with Sandra during the retreat. Limited availability to those that book first. 

Note – tentative schedule and are subject to change. A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you one month prior to departure.