This Travec Mother/Daughter retreat in Puerto Rico is designed for moms and middle or high school daughters who want intentional time together in a beautiful, culturally rich setting.

This is not a luxury resort vacation focused on pampering or packed schedules. It’s also not a highly structured service trip or an intense cultural immersion that feels overwhelming. Instead, this retreat lives in the meaningful middle — thoughtful, enriching, and deeply connection-centered.

You’ll experience Puerto Rican culture through food, local exploration, and shared activities, while also enjoying relaxed pool time, beach access, and spacious moments for real conversation. The rhythm is intentional but unhurried — allowing space for both growth and joy.

This trip is especially well suited for moms and daughters who:

• Value strengthening their relationship during the middle and high school years

• Are open-minded, positive, and curious about experiencing a new culture together

• Want to connect not only with each other, but with other like-minded moms and daughters

• Enjoy a balance of exploration and downtime

• Appreciate meaningful activities and conversations woven naturally into the experience
  

This retreat tends to resonate most with moms who recognize how formative these years are — and want to walk alongside their daughters as they grow in confidence and identity.

In summary:

This trip is ideal for moms and daughters seeking intentional connection, cultural exploration, and shared growth in a supportive, beautiful environment. It may not be the right fit for those looking for a luxury escape or a highly scheduled program — but for families who value presence, conversation, and meaningful experiences together, Puerto Rico offers the perfect backdrop.

Travec offers comprehensive support before, during, and after your journey—so our travelers can explore Puerto Rico with confidence, while still preserving the flexibility and openness that make immersive travel meaningful.

Before You Travel

Our team supports you through a thoughtful and well-organized planning process, including:

• A clear planning timeline and consistent communication

• A pre-departure meeting covering cultural expectations, regional context, packing guidance, pacing, and mindset for immersive travel

• Context around Day of the Dead traditions and how to engage respectfully and meaningfully

• Suggested ideas for free time, reflection, and independent exploration

• Flight booking and tracking support through our on-staff travel agent to help coordinate arrivals and provide added peace of mind

While on the Trip

Travelers are supported on the ground by:

• A Travec Trip Leader who manages group logistics, coordination, and day-to-day flow

Ongoing Support

Behind the scenes, the Travec team at home remains available throughout the trip for additional coordination or support as needed.

This layered approach allows travelers to feel well supported without being over-scheduled—creating space for presence, meaningful cultural engagement, personal reflection, and the freedom to experience Mexico at a deeper, more intentional pace.

You absolutely can plan travel on your own—and many of our travelers have. Adults choose Travec not because they lack the ability to plan, but because they want a deeper, more intentional experience with expert guidance and thoughtful design.

Travec goes beyond logistics to create travel that is:

• Culturally immersive, with local insight and access that’s difficult to arrange independently

• Purposefully designed, weaving regional history, Indigenous heritage, language, and daily life into the experience

• Community-connected, through experienced Trip Leaders and trusted local hosts who provide context and meaning

• Thoughtfully paced, balancing guided experiences with space for rest, reflection, and personal exploration

• Fully supported, from pre-departure preparation to on-the-ground and behind-the-scenes coordination

We also manage the elements that often add stress—coordinating flights through our on-staff travel agent, preparing travelers for cultural norms and expectations, offering ideas for meaningful independent time, and remaining available if questions or needs arise during the journey.

Travelers who journey with Travec often say they could have planned the trip themselves—but they wouldn’t have experienced the same depth of cultural connection, ease, or intention without us.

No—Spanish is not required to participate in a Travec trip to San Juan. Many travelers arrive with little or no Spanish and still have a meaningful, successful experience.

That said, being surrounded by Spanish is part of what makes the trip enriching. Travelers naturally pick up words and phrases through everyday interactions—ordering food, navigating neighborhoods, shopping at local markets, and chatting with guides and locals.

For those who already have some Spanish, the trip offers relaxed, real-world practice and confidence-building opportunities in an approachable setting.

Our Trip Leaders and local hosts help bridge any language gaps, and we provide guidance before departure so travelers feel prepared and at ease. Whether you’re fluent, learning, or brand new to Spanish, language becomes a pathway to connection and curiosity—not a barrier.

Want to brush up or learn the basics before your trip? Contact our Co-Founder, Amanda Cisneros, owner of EdConnect Language Academy!

It’s completely normal to feel a bit unsure about traveling with a group of people you may not know yet. Many travelers arrive with that same hesitation—and almost all leave saying the group dynamic became one of the most meaningful aspects of the journey.

From the beginning, everyone in the group already shares something important: a willingness to step into immersive, intentional travel. That shared mindset—curiosity, openness, flexibility, and respect—creates a natural foundation for connection.

Travec itineraries are intentionally balanced, meaning you are not together as a group at all times. There is structured group time for shared experiences, along with built-in space for independent exploration, rest, or reflection. This rhythm allows relationships to form organically, without pressure or forced interaction.

Travelers often find that group travel leads to:

• Genuine friendships that extend beyond the trip

• Meaningful conversations and shared reflection in a new cultural setting

• Mutual support and encouragement when navigating unfamiliar environments

• A sense of community and belonging while traveling abroad

As with most transformative travel experiences, the group dynamic is shaped largely by the mindset you bring with you. Travelers who arrive open-minded, adaptable, and willing to engage—both with the destination and with one another—tend to walk away with deeper connections, richer memories, and a more impactful experience overall.

Every traveler’s budget will look a little different, and Travec trips are intentionally designed to allow flexibility around daily spending while in Chihuahua and the Copper Canyon.

In addition to the trip cost, travelers should plan for:

• Flights (with booking and tracking support available through our on-staff travel agent, if desired)

• Meals not included, particularly during free time

• Optional activities or independent excursions

• Personal spending such as souvenirs, coffee, snacks, or local treats

Many travelers budget approximately $35–$85 per person, per day for food, local transportation, and personal expenses. Some choose to dine out for most meals, while others prefer a mix of restaurants and lighter, casual options—such as bakeries, markets, or simple meals at their accommodations when available.

Before departure, we provide practical guidance on typical costs, meal options, and local norms so travelers can plan in a way that aligns with their preferences, comfort level, and travel style—without feeling over-structured or restricted.

Travelers may choose to book their own flights or work with Travec for flight support—it’s completely up to you.

Many travelers enjoy the flexibility of booking independently, which allows you to:

• Choose your preferred airline or flight schedule

• Depart from different home airports

• Extend your trip before or after the group experience

For those who prefer guidance or would like their travel fully coordinated, Travec offers flight booking and tracking support through our on-staff travel agent. This option provides added peace of mind, helps align arrival and departure windows, and ensures support if changes or disruptions arise.

Regardless of which option you choose, we provide clear recommended arrival windows and coordination details so your journey is smooth, supported, and stress-free from start to finish.

Trip deposits are non-refundable, as they secure your spot and allow us to begin planning, reserving accommodations, and coordinating on-the-ground logistics.

That said, we understand that unexpected situations can arise. In special circumstances, we are happy to review your situation on a case-by-case basis. When possible, we may offer the option to transfer your deposit to a future Travec trip, rather than losing it entirely.

We believe in transparency and fairness, and our goal is always to work with families thoughtfully while balancing the commitments required to run immersive, small-group travel experiences.