FAQ

Pre-Arrival

What should I pack? 

• • Daytime: Comfortable/Athleisure

  • Evening: Smart Casual

  • Activities (Yoga/Pickleball): Athleisure, Sunscreen, Footwear

  • Note: Mornings and evenings can be chilly (low of 60F), so please pack appropriately. Some events (e.g. yoga) and meals will be held outdoors. See detailed agenda here.

Is there a schedule of events?

• • The most up to date agenda can be found on the main page of this website.

What is included in the program cost?

• • The all inclusive rate of $499/night at The Santa Monica Proper Hotel includes accommodations for 2 nights, all meals, swag, and transportation to activities during the retreat.

  • What is not included are your flight and other modes of transportation to and from the Retreat site.

Arrival/Registration

When should I plan to arrive?

• • Check-in at the hotel begins at 3PM on Friday, July 14 and the first event starts at 6:30PM. 

What if I am arriving later on Friday or during the weekend?

• • Go straight to the front desk to receive your hotel key

  • Contact Alif Khalfan with any questions: 760-807-6028

What if I cannot attend the whole weekend? 

• • While we certainly encourage everyone to stay the whole weekend, sometimes that is not possible. If that is the case for you, please notify us via email. 

Hotel and Transportation

Where is the event located?

• • The Santa Monica Proper Hotel
    700 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90401

How do I get to the hotel?

• • Transportation between the airport and The Proper Hotel Santa Monica is not pre-arranged. Some options:

    • Create or join a carpool with other attendees here

    • Use a ride sharing app (e.g. Uber and Lyft)

Other Questions

Who do I notify about allergies or dietary limitations?

• • We have notified the hotel and arranged several options to accommodate individuals who noted allergies and limitations on their RSVP form. 

  • If you would like to confirm that we have received allergy and restriction information for yourself or your partner, please send us an email. 

  • Note: As this is an Ismaili Muslim retreat, no pork items will be served during the weekend. 

Are partners able to participate in all the sessions and activities?

• • Yes! You and your partner should add your bios to this doc before the Retreat.

Where can I update my bio? 

• • You can revise, add, or change the bio you submitted with your RSVP on this doc.

I have another question that has not been answered, who should I reach out to? 

• • Alif Khalfan 

    • Mobile: (760) 807-6028

    • pioneersretreat@gmail.com

  • Danish Pradhan

    • Mobile: (214) 293-3321