WHEN: November 2-6, 2024 4 nights or November 2-9, 2024 7 nights
WHERE: Rancho La Puerta, Tecate Mexico (just across the border from San Diego)
HOW TO BOOK:
Contact Nina Patel at Vacations That Matter to reserve your spot:
Call or Text: 1-714-925-1769; email: nina@vacationsthatmatter.com
Bookings must be made before August 1, 2024, in order to qualify for the negotiated group rate.
There are a limited number of spots so book early to guarantee your spot!
What’s Included:
- 4 or 7 days of access to 40+ classes, programs, and workshops
- Accommodations in single (very limited), double, triple or quadruple occupancy shared rooms.
- All meals and beverages (except alcoholic beverages)
- A $200 per person ranch credit can be applied towards a spa treatment (excluding Four Hands), cooking class, chocolate making class, Juice Bar, Bazar del Sol, and Mercado. Holistic therapies are not included.
- Group activities planned by Tanya
- Complimentary scheduled transportation to/from San Diego airport on Saturdays for 7 night stays.
- Complimentary one way transportation from San Diego airport on Saturday and nominal fee for return on Wednesday for 4 night stays.
What’s NOT Included:
- Air Travel/Flights to/from San Diego
- Insurance
- Gratuities
- Incidentals
- Boutique Purchases
- Spa Treatments
- Cooking Classes
Jr. Villa
Single or Double 
2 suites available in this category on a first come first serve basis
Villa Studio
Double or Triple 
2 suites available in this category on a first come first serve basis
Villa Suite
Triple or Quadruple1 suite available in this category on a first come first serve basis
Cost:
Four Nights
Villa studio double: $3,064
Villa studio triple: $2,550
Seven Nights
Junior Villa single : $5,750
Junior Villa double: $5,000
Villa Studio triple: $5,200
Villa Suite triple: $4,800
Villa Suite quadruple: $4,600
Above Rates are per person and do not include 17.65 % tax.
Deposit & Prepayment Information:
- A $500 advance deposit per person, per week, is required at time of booking to guarantee your reservation. Full balance is due by October 1, 2024.
- Additional cancellation waiver can be included at the time of initial booking for $100 or for $200 anytime up to 30 days prior to arrival. Unfortunately, it cannot be added within 30 days of arrival.
Bookings must be made no later than August 1, 2024.
Final Balance due on or before October 1, 2024. Payment will be automatically charged to the same credit card used for deposit.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Standard Policy (No Cancellation Fee Waiver)*
- More than 30 days’ notice: $500 deposit held on account for one year towards a future visit.
- 29 to 15 days’ notice: $500 cancel fee per person, per week. Balance Refunded.
- 14 Days or less: $1,000 cancel fee per person, per week. Balance held on account for one year towards a future visit.
- Day of arrival: Full amount forfeited.
With Cancellation Fee Waiver (Cost = $100 at time of deposit)*
- More than 30 days’ notice: $500 Refunded.
- 29 to 15 days’ notice: $250 cancel fee per person, per week. Balance Refunded.
- 14 Days or less: $500 cancel fee, per person. Balance held on account for one year towards a future visit.
- Day of arrival cancellation: 50% of payment will be forfeited. The remaining 50% will be held on account for one year towards a future visit
* Didn’t add on the Cancellation Fee Waiver at the time of deposit but now think you might need it? You can add it for $200, if your arrival date is more than 30 days away. Unfortunately, it cannot be added within 30 days of arrival.
DATE CHANGE POLICY
- You are welcome to change your reservation date twice after booking. Please refer to the information below for date range and change fees. Keep in mind that some offers and discounts do not carry over and your rate may change.
- Date change to a New Reservation:
- Change reservation for a stay within 8 weeks (60 days) of existing reservation: No fee.
- New reservation is within 9-24 weeks of existing reservation: $250 fee per person.
- New reservation is within 25+ weeks of existing reservation: $500 fee per person.
* Effective as of November 1st, 2023. Balance is held as credit for one year from the date of date change. When a second date change occurs, our policy will be based on the date of the original reservation.
Late Arrivals/ Early Departures
There are no refunds or adjustments extended to those who arrive late or depart early.
Note: All deposits and cancellation penalties shown above are per-person.
San Diego Airport long term parking rates are:
• $38 per day at the Terminal 1 Parking Lot, Terminal 2 Parking Plaza, and Terminal 2 Parking Lot
• $60 per day for Curbside Valet
Please verify before arriving to the airport as this information could change without notice
2. What is the shuttle schedule for transportation to/from Rancho La Puerta?Buses depart the airport on Saturdays at 8:00am, 10:00am, 12:15pm, and 2:45pm. Buses depart Rancho La Puerta at 7:30am, 10:00am, 12:15pm, and 2:30pm.
Please note midweek return on Wednesday is arranged with a fee via taxi from the border to the airport. This can be arranged in advance with the resort.
We ask that you allow at least 3 hours travel time plus additional time to check in at the airport. Please do not book a return flight before 11:30am.
3. How far is Rancho La Puerta from the San Diego airport?Rancho La Puerta is approximately 1 ½ hours from the San Diego Airport.
4. What documentation will I need to cross the border?Proof of Citizenship: U.S. and Canadian guests must provide a current valid passport. Visitors from all other countries must bring a passport and a visa which may be obtained from a Mexican Consulate in their home country. Plan to do this well in advance of your trip.
5. What is the minimum age restriction for guests at Rancho La Puerta?Guests must be at least 14 yrs old.
6. What are the Electronic Device Policies at Rancho La Puerta?Computer, Blackberry or Cell Phone use in common areas are not permitted; however all of these devices may be used in your room. Internet access is available via our Internet Access Center’s computers next to the Men’s Health Center. Laptop users can log on via free wireless in the Main Lounge, Los Olivos Conference room, and the Administration Building. Internet access and television are not available in your room.
7. Are Smoking and Alcohol Permitted at Rancho La Puerta?Smoking is prohibited on Rancho La Puerta grounds. Alcohol is permitted to be consumed in guest rooms.
8. When can I start making Spa and Activity Reservations?Booking Spa Treatments and Cooking Classes: All guests can submit requests for spa treatments and/or cooking classes once reservation is confirmed with a deposit.
Guests will receive more details in their confirmation packet that is sent out after deposit is received.
9. What type of food is served at Rancho La Puerta? Do you accommodate Dietary restrictions?Dietary / medical considerations should be submitted in advance. Please be sure to inform us if you have any dietary restrictions (such as life threatening allergies) or any medical considerations that might prohibit full participation in an active program. The cuisine at Rancho La Puerta is lacto-ovo vegetarian.
10. How much walking is required at Rancho La Puerta?Walking is an integral part of the program. Guests can expect to walk 3-5 miles a day on hilly, uneven pathways. Hiking boots are recommended on trails.