What airport should I fly into?
The nearest major airport is Liberia International Airport (LIR), officially named Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport which is supported by direct flights from various cities in the US. Westin Playa Conchal is 45 minutes (60km) from Liberia airport and taxis are readily available. We will provide the Afest group with a link to shared shuttles closer on.
The alternative (and possibly less expensive option) is to fly into Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose and take a domestic flight either to Liberia Airport or local Tamarindo airport (15 minutes from Westin) or 4 hour car or bus trip to Guanacaste. Here’s a website of a local airline company providing frequent flights from San Jose to Liberia and Tamarindo airports. Please note that many of the planes used for these domestic flights are small passenger planes for 8-10 people.
To help you plan for your Afest trip, we have created this travel tips PDF>>
When should I fly in and out?
Afest is a jam-packed four days event running from Thursday, October 22- Sunday, October 25. We recommend arriving on Wednesday, October 21 as there is a special, complimentary pre-Afest workshop with Lisa Nichols from 2.30PM that afternoon.
RSVP for Lisa’s Workshop before October 13 here >>>
Parallel to Lisa’s Workshop, there will be another workshop with Psalm Isadora, sexuality coach, author and yogi, will be taking place from 2:30-6pm on October 21. RSVP for Psalm’s Workshop before October 13 here >>>
Afest starts on Thursday afternoon, October 22 with registration at 10AM and the official program kicking off at 2PM.
Every Afest ends with a special closing event on the final evening so we strongly advise you check out on Monday, October 26 so that you can join us for the final evening activities on the 25th. Also, the day after Awesomeness Fest on Monday, October 26, Afest attendees have the chance to “spread the awesomeness” through a volunteer project that will give back to the local community. More details on how to register will be shared soon. But if you’re keen to participate on Give Back Day, click here to RSVP and make sure you book your travel on the morning of Tuesday, October 27, or later.
What’s included in the cost of the ticket?
- An epic gathering of hundreds of incredible thought leaders, visionaries and entrepreneurs in a paradise location.
- Four days of exclusive training with a stellar lineup of speakers sharing their best and proven practices for personal and professional development.
- Bonding, networking, and connecting with some of the most interesting and inspirational people you’ll ever meet.
- Incredible parties, private events and excursions including a group dinner hosted by Awesomeness Fest, costume party, cocktail reception and spectacular offsite closing event.
- Membership into the global Awesomeness Fest Tribe.
What is NOT included in the cost of the ticket?
Flights and hotel accommodation are not included in the ticket price. You’ve several options to book your hotel room. Please read the section under “How can I book a room at the hotel”.
How can I book a room at the hotel?
Westin Playa Conchal is sold out but we’ve managed to secure a really good deal for Afest group at this gorgeous property called Reserva Conchal right next door and only a 5 min walk away from Westin with prices for 1-bedroom apartments including breakfast and wifi starting from $132 per room per night.
The hotel offers the following options at a discounted rate:
Option 1: One Bedroom Residence (king size bed) $211 per night.
Option 2: Three Bedroom Residence (2 rooms with king beds, 1 room with twin beds). Each bedroom has a private bathroom. $396 per night for the condo, that’s $132 per room per night.
Option 3: House Villa with 4 bedrooms (2 rooms with king bed, 2 rooms with twin beds). Each bedroom has a private bathroom. $675 per night for the house, that’s $169 per room per night.
Click here to see full description of these rooms>>
Please note that for the more than one-bedroom apartments, you will be sharing the condo with other Afest attendees. The bedrooms are spacious and have a private bathroom.
As you know, all Afest activities will be taking place at Westin Playa Conchal, so they will be a fee of $50 per person per day to access all inclusive services at Westin (lunch, dinner & drinks). Please pay for the all inclusive day pass at Westin’s reception, and you’ll get a special wristband that will give you access to Westin’s facilities.
To book a room, please contact Reserva Conchal’s Reservation Department by email at reservations@reservaconchal.com or by phone 506-2654-3011 (Costa Rican number) and mention you’re part of Awesomeness Fest group to get the special rate. Don’t forget to mention the bed type (1 king or 2 twin beds) when making a reservation. Please book before Thursday, Oct 8th as Reserva Conchal has only a limited amount of rooms available.
I need a roomie. What should I do?
You can find Afest attendees who are looking to find a roommate in the Facebook document here.
Update your contact information and preferences to the sheet so that people can get in touch with you. Please bear in mind that finding a roommate is not our responsibility and is not guaranteed. If you don’t have a Facebook account, send us an email and we will try our best to pair you up.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Wifi is provided complimentary in rooms and throughout the hotel.
What are my ground transportation options?
Taxis >> Liberia International Airport is 60 minutes from Westin Playa Conchal. Taxis are readily available and cost around $110USD one way. They usually accept USD as currency but do check before taking the taxi.
Tamarindo Airport is approximately 20 minutes away from Westin Playa Conchal, and taxis cost around $30USD each way. It’s a very small airport, so if there are no cabs when you arrive, please ask the airport staff or someone local to order one for you.
If you’d like to pre-organise your transfer and save some costs, then we’d suggest to book a transfer via IVI DMC, who are our official partner for Awesomeness Fest.
Shared Transfer >> Shared transfers in a mini-van cost $40USD per person, one way. You may have to wait up to 30 min at the airport before the rest of the group arrives.
Private Transfers >> Private transfers are $90USD one way, for up to 2 persons in a car, or $240USD for 3-6 people.
We recommend making a reservation at least 48 hours in advance. Please look out for a sign “Awesomeness Fest” and staff in turquoise shirts when walking out of the airport.
Click here to book your private transfer>>
In regards to leaving the hotel after Awesomeness Fest has finished, there’s a transfers stand in Westin’s Lobby where you can order a taxi or shuttle.
I follow a specific diet (vegetarian, gluten free). How can I request for special food arrangements?
If you’re following a specific diet, please outline your dietary requirements at the time of making your reservation with the hotel via the online booking form.
