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The Dominican Republic ECK Soul Adventure Seminar is an opportunity to take another step on your spiritual journey of self-discovery, God-discovery, and beyond. Through interactive workshops, talks, spiritual discussions, spiritual exercises, and shared insights with other God seekers, you’ll find tools to open your heart to more divine love. Come for a spiritual vacation with an opportunity to serve and share with like-minded Souls.

Seminar Location

The Seminar will be held at the Natura Cabana Hotel & Spa in Perla Marina just outside the town of Cabarete, Dominican Republic. This gated community has a semi-private beach on the Atlantic Ocean nestled on the northern coast. Cabarete is widely renowned for its sun-soaked beaches, vibrant lifestyle and as the "water sports capital" of the Caribbean is a popular destination for surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing. It features warm temperatures year-round.

Experience Seminar Highlights

• • • A Seminar is a celebration of like-hearted people.
    • Inspiring talks, workshops, and presentations offer secrets to spiritual living.
    • Take another step on your individual journey home to God.
    • Discover more about the divine love that already lies within you.

Young Adult Program December 4-7

• • • Finding Flow: Learn to Create Personal Peace & Fulfillment in a Stressful World, Fire Side Chat, Sunset Chill “At the Ocean’s Edge”.
    • How to live a life that truly fulfills you.
    • Inspiring, dynamic space to connect with community.
    • Join us for a transformative experience.

Lodging

1. Natura Cabana Boutique Hotel & Spa is an ECO resort featuring beachfront bungalows with 1-3 bedrooms (Only selected Bungalows feature AC, all have ceiling fans). Located on a pristine beach with waves ideal for body surfing. The on-site international cuisine restaurant features healthy food and open air dining. To make a reservation: Contact them directly at info@naturacabana.com or 1-849-214-7010 for availability (mention ECKANKAR for the special room rates). Use WhatsApp to avoid international rates. The website does not show all availability.

2. Airbnb properties. There is an array of affordable Villas or Apartments that can be rented through Airbnb. (Make sure it is located in the residential area “Perla Marina“ in Cabarete for easy walking distance to Natural Cabana. On the Airbnb map you’ll see Natura Cabana on the waterfront).

3. Beachwalk Hotel in Perla Marina. This Basic Hotel is within the Perla Marina gated community, approximately a 10 minute walk to the Seminar Hotel, and the beach. Prices range from 50 USD per night for a one-bedroom Studio or 80 USD for a two-bedroom Condo. The rooms are basic but comfortable. For reservations: Booking.com After booking mention ECKANKAR for special room rates. WhatsApp 1-809-975-7727 perlamarinaapartman@gmail.com

4. Young Adult Housing options Please contact us directly: eventos@eckankar-rd.org

How to get here 

The closest Airport to the Seminar location is Puerto Plata Airport (POP) a 25 minute Taxi or shuttle ride, flat rate 1-6 persons USD 35. Next is Santiago airport (STI), about a 2-hour taxi ride, flat rate 1-6 persons USD 100 or the Santo Domingo airport (SDQ), about a 4-hour taxi ride, flat rate 1-6 persons 220 USD.

You can coordinate your transfer with a local transportation company for a flat rate shuttle van from and to the airport (Pay the shuttle in cash/USD). Please contact jojimtourstransport@gmail.com, www.Jojimtours.com, or call/Whats App 1-809-967-7281, 1-829-719-8544.

Travel Requirements for visiting Dominican Republic

Before your flight visit https://eticket.migracion.gob.do/ to apply for an E-ticket from the D.R. government. You’ll create separate QR codes to print out or put on your phone for both your arriving and return flight. You’ll also need your passport and flight information. At one point it will ask where you’re staying. Search for and press “Natura Cabana” on the long list. (AirBnB will not work with their system).

For E-ticket instructions: video instructions. Additional details are in this PDF .

Preregistration

Suggested Seminar Donation Fees

Preregregistration for Eckankar students:

until October 31st: 70 USD,
November 1st: 80 USD.
Young adults 18-40 years, 50 USD
Young adults 18-40 years, Students, 40 USD

Complimentary registration for guests!

Send Seminar donation with Paypal: eventos@eckankar-rd.org

If you are coming: Please e-mail eventos@eckankar-rd.org

This helps with our planning.

Additional activities

Thursday:

6:00 pm Volunteer Meeting – ECK Center in Perla Marina.

Friday:

8:30 am HU Chant on the beach – Natura Cabana Beach.
2:00 – 3:00 pm Contemplation Walk – Meet at Natura Cabana.
3:30-4:30 pm Discussion Circles in Spanish and English and additional Young Adult Discussion Group.
7:00 pm Meet and Greet other Seminar attendees –  at “the Deck” in Natura Cabana.

Things to Do in the Area

Tours and Sightseeing are offered by JojimboTours. For Group trips contact Marvin Sanders +1 829 657 9422 for coordination.

✆ For info or assistance you can call weekdays, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time.
Marvin Sanders,  +1 829 657 9422 or Claudia Schwarz, +1 809 913 0895

Restaurants and Map of the area