MARMELI Couples Retreat in Domincalito, Costa Rica

Held in the sun-drenched Costa Rican jungle, overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this intimate retreat is designed exclusively for couples, devoted to the practice of connection—within oneself, between partners, and with the restorative power of nature. Guided by married couple Mel Semé, Broadway artist, and Marta Cascales, renowned pianist and composer, the gathering invites couples to explore what it means to cultivate a healthy, meaningful relationship.

The retreat unfolds as an immersive personal-growth experience, weaving together music, movement, wellness practices, and intentional dialogue. The program offers practical tools for communication, commitment, and connection—the 3 C’s of the MARMELI framework. Surrounded by lush jungle, gentle ocean breezes, and vibrant tropical life, couples are invited to let nature itself become a guide in deepening their bond.

Music and nature sit at the heart of the week. Live performances, piano meditations, breath-sing, and Marta’s signature Piano Bath create moments of resonance and stillness, opening pathways between inner and outer worlds. Embodied practices—including workouts, dance, forest and beach walks, excursions to waterfalls, and couples massage—bring the teachings into the body, grounding insight through movement and shared presence.

Structured Ágora Talks explore the MARMELI framework and the “three C’s,” while intimate partner exercises and couples circles provide space for honest sharing. Communal meals, including the signature silent dinner, become ceremonies in themselves—inviting presence, attunement, and connection beyond words.

This retreat offers couples a rare opportunity to pause from everyday life, immerse in tropical beauty, and reconnect with what truly matters—together.

Limited to 6 Couples