An Extraordinary Community | Pathfinder International

Friday, April 15, 2011

Dear Reader,

“At the Tao property we understand that true vitality and life balance isn’t just about counting calories, or knowing the best exercises to do. A truly inspired life starts with an inner awareness of personal values, passions, and a sense of connection. That’s where motivation and energy begin. Then we add the simple foundations of health and happiness: mind/body programs; fitness; nutrition and cooking; and a life-long learning series that awakens people to the richness of our region and the world. An extraordinary life really doesn’t need anything more than these basic ingredients.” Jonathan Ellerby, PhD.

Jonathan is the Author of "Inspiration Deficit Disorder: The No Pill Prescription to End High Stress, Low Energy, and Bad Habits” and was formerly the Spiritual Director at Canyon Ranch. This month he moves with his family to the Tulum area of Mexico to take the lead in shaping and running the Tao Center. Today, he hosts a group of readers of these alerts for a special ground- breaking ceremony at the Tao Center.

Meet Jonathan by video here:

The Tao Center will be the focal point of the Tao project. Here, mornings will start with yoga on glass platforms over mythical Mayan caverns. Then the day begins...maybe a stroll along the white sand beach, with the turquoise Caribbean caressing your feet. Or a visit to an ancient temple... followed by a leap from limestone crags to crystal-clear cenote waters.

In the evenings, you can learn salsa and the traditions of the ancient Maya with your friends and neighbors. You can stay fit in the gym or by swimming the lap pools that weave their way through this complex. And finally, you'll have enough time to work on your golf game. You're not idle. You're active and engaged. Sharper, fitter and feeling younger than you have in decades. Ready to take on the world again.

Your retirement isn’t your parents’ retirement you see...

It’s about a sharper body and mind...more time for personal development. New challenges and experiences...a new business or new skills. We will live longer and more happily.

Exclusive communities and boutique resorts are popping up all over the US to cater to this trend.

But, none of these is minutes from the sugar white powder of one of the Caribbean’s finest beaches...one of the world’s most prized nature preserves… or most historically and culturally significant ancient ruins. This place is rich in food for the body and for the mind.

And, none of them comes with a price tag like here. For example, a home in one of the Canyon Ranch communities could set back well into seven figures. Here, you can get in with as little as $15,000 down and $800 per month.

Creating the type of community I am talking about isn’t easy. You don’t just plant a “for sale” sign on your land and start selling lots. You need a place of outstanding natural beauty and prime cultural importance. You need the people to design and deliver the experience. You need First World infrastructure to get you there and keep you connected.

Only a very special place and team could deliver this.

In Tulum, this is developer Benjamin Beja's vision. He has assembled an all-star team to pull it off. It is fast becoming reality. Construction is progressing. The first buyers will move in at the end of this year. Work has begun on the health and wellness center that will anchor the project.

This is the type of community, with the caliber of team where you would expect to spend a million dollars or more. You can get in for a fraction of this. I expect prices to rocket as Benjamin and his team deliver Tao and word gets out.

Today, you can get in with as little as $15,000 down and monthly payments of $800. And you can meet Jonathan in person on the upcoming Tao chill weekend, this June 9th-12th. You can experience the Tao lifestyle for yourself on the weekend and see if it’s a good fit for you. The trip costs $180 for four days and three nights, meals and accommodation included. Click here to reserve your spot.

Ronan McMahon