05 January 2005
I cannot thank you Ruben, Lorena, Erick and Marcella enough for the terrific treatment and atmosphere of Chetica. This would have been a horror without you and the wonderful staff. I can’t have enough about Rancho Chetica and the people who make it happen.
Sheri C. Seattle, WA. U.S.A.
05 January 2005
Dear Lorena, Ruben, Erick, Marcella and families and Sharon, Maria, Martha and Miguel and all: thank you so much for making this my best vacation ever. I was afraid of coming for surgery, but thanks to Chetica it was actually a wonderful experience. What you have here is more than business, it’s a ministry to those who are anxious about what they’ve going thought and you have such peace and joy. Thank you especially to my two angels Sharon and Maria, Bless you all!!!! .
Love Judy F. Seattle, WA. U.S.A.
03 May 2005
Your family is a loving and caring close-knit family and the beauty is shown the all by you loving care and tenderness shown to all who stay here. I caring with me a lot of wonderful memories and know that you will continue caring for Sherry my daughter.
Lots of love to all Ann T. Palm Springs, Ca.
08 May 2005
I cannot say enough about this wonderful place Chetica Ranch. You arrived as a visitor and you leave as part of your family. Months before I arrived, Lorena, Ruben and Erick were helping me every step of the way, taking care of things, Marcella, Erick and Carmen take such good care of me after my surgery and I don’t know what I would have done without my angel Sharon. Everyday smiles and being spoiled by Maria and Marta. My cabin was beautiful and the view from my window breath taking. You are treated like family and spoiled rotten in this beautiful setting. Gastric bypass surgery recovery is not an easy thing. But I can honesty say I received the very best of care, warmth and loving attention. Marcella and Lorena regularly spoke with my doctor to ensure everything was going well and they specially prepared my food. They all made recovery a pleasant thing. I will be back!
Love Sherry H. Miami, fl.
12 May 2005
What a wonderful experience I have had here at Chetica, I think I have had surgery from my soul, which was more needed than the cosmetic proceedings. You found room for me on short notice and every one here has made me feel welcome, cared for, loved and special. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to Lorena, Ruben, and Sharon, Maria, Miguel, Erick and Marcella, Mama, and Papa and everyone else whose name I don’t think of right now. I hope to return soon, but between now and then, I will try and pass on some of the kindness you have shown me here to the other people I see in my days.
My love to you all!
Mary F. Galt. Ca. U.S.A.
16 May 2005
My dear Lorena and Ruben, I have been with you for 24 days now. I am so impressed with the high level of personal, 24 hours care that you and your wonderful staff provide always, coordinating with the doctors on foods, medicines, therapies, everything. Chetica is a unique and wonderful healing experience. My very best to all your wonderful staff and both you Lorena and Ruben
All my very best, Paul K.
16 may 2005
Lorena and Ruben, thank you for making this wonderful place for us to recover, the care and attention to details is incredible. I had a wonderful time in my vanity healing. Every thing here is beautiful and so special in this exotic land. The food has been wonderful and I am looking forward to the Chetica cookbook. The best thing about this stay is letting you guys take charge of not only our stay but also our full care. Lorena is all of our mother and seems to feel our pain. She give us all the love and support that we are missing.. Ruben is the best at making the intimate details happen. I will be back!!
All the best Jeff C. Miami, Fla.
19 May 2005
This is my second stay at Chetica, in the last 6 months and this visit is as wonderful as the last. I feel more like family than like a paying guest. As always Ruben and Lorena and Erick and staff have embraced me and looked out for my well being. I am considering another trip and wouldn’t or couldn’t consider staying anyplace else.
Roberta D. San Francisco.
19 May 2005
One this, the occasion of a significant event fifteen years ago. I have the honor of expressing my appreciations and envy for such a lovely couple, their family and their friends. Together they have built an exceptional place. Home to all, accepting of pain and pleasure, and welcoming to anyone who appears. May it and they live in peace and confine to demonstrate to the world the best example of love anywhere to be found. I will treasure my time here always.
Cheers W. H.
19 May 2005
The Chetica family, thank you for the experiences of a lifetime, your family is a true. To all that and me I am and hope to be. I was told by so many times how horrible this would be, but I have and can now will then …… the opposite this was a wonderful experiences and I can only hope to continue feeling this good the rest of my live. Thank you for taking us in, and treating us like family I am so glad we got to share such a special day with you. What a great accomplishment to be as cute and as in love as you are! Thank to all of your family, Erick, Sharon, Maria, Miguel, Magda, Ruben jr. Carolina, mama, dad, al for everything, God bless and lots of love.
Hugs and kisses Kelly XOXOXOX
19 May 2005
Lorena and Ruben and all Chetica family. Your warm hospitality and love will fill my heart forever and when I am sad, and feel along I will always remember you and I will feel renewed and refreshed, thank you, thank you, for all your encouragement and support during this metamorphosis period in my life and everyone’s live. I will never forget the “laughter in the walls”, even without your presence. Stay contented and follow your dreams, God bless you all.
Gracie. XXOOO
20 May 2005
I could never express enough thanks to everybody here at Chetica. Personally for myself it was more of a healing on the inside than the outside. If there were more people like you in this world everybody would have it made. This will be an experience that will be with me forever. I see no place for any improvement in this place, it’s perfecto. Please give my love and blessing to all of your helpers. Lorena and Ruben you are the best and my god continue blessing you
Love Norene, Dallas, TX.
23 May 2005
Dar Lorena and Ruben and all the Chetica family, Yes, we have become family. I thank you for your love, kindness, and compassion given to me during my twelve days of recovery. I thank that my “version” of 1 Peter 4:8-10 says it all: “Love each other deeply because love covers a multitude of Sims. Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each one should use whatever gift he (or she) has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its carious forms” Everyone (Sharon, Erick, Miguel, Magda, and Maria and you two) do this.
May god continue to bless Chetica.
Your brother in Christ.
Love Lou, Reston, VA.
04 June 2005
Thank you Lorena, Miguel, Ruben, Sharon, Erick, Maria and Marcella for making my stay at Chetica a warm, personal experiences. I am fascinated by the architecture and furnishing of your cabins and see all the thought that has gone into providing things that make a visit more pleasant, the CD and DVD players, coffee maker and microwave and refrigerator. You have welcomed all, and my suggestions to make a value accommodation even better! We loved walking the grounds and seeing the gorgeous scenery. I spent peaceful hours lying on the couch in Sevilla enjoying all the beautiful treetops from my windows. Sharon is one of your greatest assents. Miguel is simply “adorable” Everyone has a great sense of humor. You can be sure I will high recommend Chetica! The donkey, horses, cows and bell frogs added to the wonderful atmosphere!
Ann Fisher, Miami, Coral Gables. Fla.
25 May 2005
Lorena, Ruben and Chetica family. Thank is just a little word to express all what I have in my heart, any gratitude and appreciation for your care and concern will be forever with me. To the poor soul who comes here helpless with pain this place have been Heaven. Now I am leaving, but my heart will remain here, stronger and healthier. The world has to know about you. I will share with friends and family the wonderful experiences in the Ranch, I will tell about Sharon, Maria and Marta, what kind of angels you are… all the staff is dedicate to make us feel at home. You really go beyond the second mile….J
Me voy pero pronto volvere. Un gran abrazo para todos, con amor
Virginia E. Latolla, Ca. USA
26 May 2005
To Ruben, Lorena, what more can I say, it’s been fabulous!! The food, the people, service, the teeth and the tucan ticos. With all my love
Paul A.
04 June 2005
Thank you Lorena and Ruben! Thank you Erick for being so wonderful when we arrived! Ruben you have vision and are not afraid to take risks! Don’t stop and I will look forward to seeing the “ranch” next year! Miguel You are a sweetheart and a true “chef” Pablo can learn from you! Sharon, Maria, and Marcella you made me feel very special and I hope I will learn more Spanish and you more English! Don Carlos, I wish I had a “papa” like you! You have a very special family and I hope you enjoy them for many years to come.
Patricia V. Miami, fla.
Dear Chetica Family, cannot express in words how much I have enjoyed my stay here. I had not had a vacation in 5 years, so this was very special times for me. I know that this is a recovery center, but it is much more, it was “home” for 11 days. I know that some how I will be back again. I feel that God has helped you to make this a very special place for people to recover-ever their hearts! May He continue to bless you in your journey? I love you all.
Roxanne T.
13 June 2005
Dear Chetica, to each and everyone thank you for your sincere care. Sharon, I love you! Erick, you are so nice, Lorena, you are beautiful! (Remember t find me someone like Ruben!) Your ranch is beautiful. I came alone, but I feel I am not leaving alone. I hope to return soon to your beautiful country. May God continue to bless each & every one of you! I love you all!
Laura C.
June 2005
Dear Lorena, Ruben and entire Chetica Family, thank you so much for your kindness and thoughtfulness!! My stay at Chetica exceeded all my expectations!! As you know< I am already planning my next visit J Chetica is amazing because all your thought to every detail. I felt natured and well cared for during my stay here and my taste buds at every meal! Thank you for everything and I look forward to seeing you soon! XOXO
Beatriz
27 June 2005
Dear Lorena, Ruben, Erick, Sharon, Maria, Marta, Xinia and all Chetica family. Thank you so much for all your care and patience and kindness mostly for the prayers. The food you prepared so loving was wonderful. I so enjoyed living here at Chetica because of all of the people. You have a heart for each of us!!! God bless and keep you all. You are truly beautiful! XXXOOO
Cheryle
02 July 2005
To my dear Chetica family, when my dentist give me the bad news last month, I knew the silver lining in my cloud would be my return to my beloved Chetica. This trip was longer than my last, so I am definitely spoiled now! I feel so pampered in every way that perhaps I should race and warn my family it will take me a while to return from my present princess state to my normal reality. I feel joy for those who have not yet come to this enchanted place, because when they do arrive, their happiness here will surely transform their lives. My love to all here who have worked so hard in my behalf.
Tye R.
04 July 2005
Everyone knows it’s like the 4th of July when you are blessed with the fortune staying with Chetica and family.
Ruben……………………flowers and kisses
Lorena……………………Hugs and scheduling
Ruben Jr………………….Quite and caring
Carolina…………………..Sweet and talented
Erick……………………..Likes driving and he smiles
Sharon……………………Cute, cute, cute, tremendous asset
Marta……………………..Don’t ever leave us
Xinia……………………...Soon to be chef of the year
Mom………………………Funny until she pulls out that needle
Pap………………………...We’re having a secret romance, only he doesn’t know it
I know I must go but each time I must leave, many things going on at home at the states.
I will keep you in touch! Love
Vicky
11 July 2005
To the chetica ranch family, our stay here has been a warm inviting, safe place to land. It’s like we’ve came home after a long time away. Lorena, you are the heart and soul and mother and Ruben with the courage to dream big. What a combination! All of your extended family that takes care of us is warm and kind with the sunniest natures. Erick is a wonderful asset and is soooo patient! Chetica is kept so clean and the food tasty but also so healthy, we both fell great, you’ve been able to bring your business into your family and go well beyond what anyone else could ever try to accomplish. We are so grateful for all you have done. We’ll be back! Love.
Heather and Janet
16 July 2005
Queridos todos de Chetica, la experiencia de recuperarme fue mucho mas que esperaba. No solo me cuidaban mi cuerpo pero mi alma y corazon tambien. La risa, el amor, el cariño, las llamadas a los medicos, y la Buena comida son unas de las cosas que hace a Chetica ser un lugar tan especial. Aqui me siento como soy, parte de una familia, no puedo dar suficiente gracias a todos aqui por todo.Bonnie me decia que a ella le gusta la naturaleza en Costa Rica. Es tan bonito ir afuera y ver todo verde, en vez de tener todo café. Café es el color que tenemos en Nevada. Nos vemos en noviembre. !ojala que seamos vecinos pronto! Con amor.
Lisa y Bonnie. Reno, Nevada
16 July 2005
Dearest Chetica Ranch family. I’ve lived the live of a “princesa” these past few weeks and it has been truly glorious! I appreciate the sunny disposition everyone has here, it is such a treat to see smiling faces, warmth and welcome from every person! A special thanks to Sharon and Maria, for all the help they have provided me always with a smile. J Thank you to Lorena and Ruben for taking care of every detail, appointment and super coordination/ I can’t say enough about the great room, having a quiet place to rest and recover, while gazing out the window at the horses, trees, butterflies and birds! How beautiful! I will be back to Costa Rica! Peace, love, and happiness to all of you.
Eve. Novato, Ca.
20 July 2005
Life occasionally gives us refreshing breaks from hectic demands and this has been a wonderful experience of a positive world. To be coddled in our recuperation state here at Chetica was of most kindness to our spirit. There seems to be nothing that seemed too trivial to be embarrassed to ask. Your kindness and support was daily encouragement for restoration of heath. Laughing, chatting, and sharing were daily enjoyments. The clean air, and beautiful environment were so appreciated. Your family is beautiful. We so enjoyed purr clean cabin, early break fast and your attention to detail. Every meal was enjoyed. Thank you for your lovely efficient introduction to the warmth of central American hospitality packaged in a gracious business style. We love you. God bless you.
Dian P and Craig J.
22 July 2005
To our wonderful hosts at Chetica. It is hard to put in words the many fun we have, hospitality made us feel so welcome and secure. We enjoyed your warm family atmosphere and how you all made us feel a part of that family. We depart with many fond memories. Living here was most restful and never was a need ignored. Your staff is a collection of wonderful, loving, and helpful people. A special thanks to “Mr. Bond” (Erick) whose transport was always flow less and interesting. All our best, with love and God blessings, Health, and happiness to you all.
Tom and Jane H. Naples, Fla.
25 July 2005
To everyone at Chetica, your place is a wonderful healing environment with so much positive energy from all of you and your staff!!!, plus the lush beauty. Thank you for everything. Let me know if you are in San Francisco
Victoria C.
25 July 2005
To everyone at Chetica Ranch. Words cannot express my sincere thanks to all of you for the wonderful hospitality you have given me. You have made me feel so very special. I love the family averment here at the ranch. I am looking forward to my next stay here sometime in 2006. May God bless all of you.
Love always, Frances R.
Lorena and Ruben you are the greatest
28 July 2005
To everyone at Chetica! Thank you so much for the wonderful treatment kind caring and gentleness, and great food!! You have taken such great care of me and made my surgery experience as stress free as possible. I thank the lord that there are loving and beautiful people like you out there and that I have had the opportunity to meet you and share un your home. Warmest wishes
Kris D.
Thank you so much!
03 august 2005
Lorena, Ruben, Sharon (who I should have smuggled back home), Erick, Maria and Marta. You all were too kind and wonderfully gracious. Exactly what we all need for recovery. If you ever find yourself near Fort Wayne Indiana, please let me show your equal hospitality.
Yours, Marshal
05 august 2005
To the Chetica family. I felt like a princess here at Chetica!! My fears, my anxiety and my torment for the unknown, have become happiness, tranquility, serenity and away from recovery. I will not only come back to Chetica ranch but I will highly recommend your establishment to who ever wants or needs to go to Costa Rica. Chetica is an enchanted place. Lorena has taught the family members how to made everything feel food with a language barrier. You do not need to speak Spanish to feel like a princess at Chetica.
Anna B.
06 august 2005
Dear Chetica family I will never forget the wonderful care, delicious food and enchanted people who are Chetica!! Lorena and Ruben, thank you for making my adventure so wonderful! Marta and Maria thank you for taking such good care of me! Sharon words will never be able to express my gratitude for you tender care! Magda, you were sent from God to help speed my recovery in body and soul. May you all always spread such healing happiness and sense of family to everyone who has the privilege to stay at Chetica. I know I will be back. Much love.
Jan G. Fayetteville, Ga.
09 August 2005
Dear Chetica family and staff. What an adventure. Much of the first part my daughter states that I do not recall! Bottle water and in the country caused us to choose you. The beauty surrounding us here has far surpassed my expectations. I have felt safe and cared for. Each of you constantly “go extra mile for us” a high point of fellowship has been at a table with delicious meals. Lorena your availability and judge are a blessing. Ruben your joy in live is catching. Thank you all for an advance to recovery. God bless you.
Jimmie Landers Mason, TX.
09 August 2005
Dear Lorena and Ruben. When I return to Canada, there will be a number of my friends who questioned me if I was crazy. I was warned that the people would still me blind and I would be dealing with.. To my pleasant surprise I think that the people of Costa Rica are great and the scenery is breath taking. As for Chetica, what can I said perhaps – great – terrific. As managers/owners of a small business you need capital and surround yourself with a competitive staff. You have done both. Congratulations
Earl W. Toronto, Canada
09 August 2005
Dear Ruben, Lorena and the entire Chetica family, how can I put into words the feeling that I have about my experience at Chetica? What a beautiful place! What beautiful people! Without exception the staff people are wonderful, competent, and compassionate people. I really leave with sorrow, as I will miss all of you, the good news is that an am sure I will return and I look forward to the next visit. All of the good things that I have heard about Chetica are true. I feel that I have found a new home! Thank you for you hospitality. God bless you.
Bill H
05 September 2005
Dear Lorena, Ruben and family you cared for me when I couldn’t care for myself and made me feel at home. Lorena thank you for your understanding hugs and prayers when I just needed to cry. Sharon is so cute; God put such a love in my way for her. Like having my own daughter for the first time. Everyone here is so wonderful and work so hard, with smiles on their faces! You are beautiful people! Erick was so patient driving us to our doctor’s appointments and waiting on us. Thank you for making me feel at home when I was thousand of miles away! Love in Christ, your California friend.
Debra and Linda
The body, soul and spirit are restored here, gracias Ruben, Lorena, Erick, Sharon, Marta and Maria
09 September 2005
\Thank you for taking such superb care of me during my time of convalescences. One needs this type of tender living care to heal and refreshing ones strength before confronting the home front on. Returning to our daily lines. I appreciate your kindness, concern, and attention! We hope to visit Chetica again one day.
Bonnie and Julian
09 September 2005
Hola Chetica family. Thank you for everything! Everyone here is so caring, loving and giving. Thanks for making me feel so at home and part of your family. The food was so delicious! I hope to see everyone again. Not for surgery, just to visit. Thanks again for making things so easy for me. The nose was enough for me! We love everybody! Adios! Love Susan and Katie, Orlando, Fla.
Ps. If you ever come to Orlando, call me so can get into Disney for free!! Every single cottage was beautiful!
14 September 2005
Words could never express to you “the entire Chetica family” how very much appreciate you all! You’ve truly made my time in Costa Rica the best and one to inmortize in my soul. Your compassion, warmth, hospitality and let me not forget your homemade cooking are just some of the wonderous things implanted in my heart and mind forever. With much love and appreciation.
Regina (Texas)
15 September 2005
Lorena and Ruben, thank you so much for everything, you two are so sweet> I will never forget you. Looking forward to seeing you again soon. Next time we are going salsa dancing for sure!
Love you. Suzanita.
15 September 2005
To my wonderful family and Chetica what else can I say for all your kindness, consideration, and dependability? I tryst in you, have faith in you and know that you will always do your very best in ever situation possible. The family like camaderie is something to be holding, with al getting along so well. It was truly a blessing to have found this place in my live. I always look forward to being here. Love all
Janet and Olivia S.
21 September 2005
Thank you for taking such good care of husband and myself. The girls Maria, Sharon and Marta were great always, smiling and taking such a pride in their work. The food was great and served in our room everyday with a smile. Good luck to Lorena and Ruben with your great recovery (Chetica) and, all your help to us. Erick was wonderful always ready to go back and forth to all the doctors, thank you everyone. Jan and Dick, Coconut Creek, Fla
26 September 2005
to Chetica, even though I was just the mom with my baby, I wanted to take this time to say “thanks” to all at Chetica for the wonderful care given to Jannie these last 2 weeks. Our stay here has been truly a life long experience that we will always have with us. The people here Sharon (excellent nurse and person) Marta (super clean), Maria (super person) have taken so much of their time to help Jannie and me with whatever we asked or needed. Couldn’t have a better staff. To Ruben and Lorena, thanks for having such a wonderful memorable place to come to get well, and to relax. And last but not least to Erick and Marcella, we couldn’t have got thought the rough times and good times without you. We will share our wonderful time here with you. And you never know, we may be back again. Thank you again
Janie and Jammie.
28 September 2005
Gracias to Chetica family: thank you for the wonderful care during my stay and your patience through my miserable times. Though I had some side complications (breathing, lungs). I could not have had better care, and as a result they were not major complications resulting in bigger complications. I would especially like to thank Erick and Marcella for their extreme proactiveness during the entire time and constant contact with the doctor. Marta and Maria were always so helpful, smiling and efficient in their work. All in all, was a wonderful experience, though not always fun. Thank you, gracias, I will be back. Alice T, Chicago
10 October 2005
Thank you for all you have help me, I felt safe here and I love the dogs; you have the best staff, love all of you. May God bless you in all you do.
Love, Michelle.
11 October 2005
Ruben and Lorena, you live in paradise, and made me feel in heaven. Thank you for sharing your home, family and blessings with others and me. I wish you good fortune and good health to enjoy it. Que Dios illumine siempre cada momento in sus vidas y les de la sabiduria para tomar el camino adecuado. Me siento privilegiada haberme cruzado en la vida con personas tan especiales como ustedes. Les dejo un abrazo afectivo y espero que sea hasta pronto! Berta E. Hollywood, Fla.
14 October 2005
Ruben and Lorena, my stay here has been great, thank you so much for all your help. You have a fine activity here, and all your patience is all in capable caring hands. The staff is superb. Sharon is a very good care given, and always has a smile and cheerful word. Maria and Marta are both helpful and always willing to assist. I will be back when I am ready to have the rest of my surgery. I will recommend you to anyone planning to come to Costa Rica for surgery.
Kenna M. San Jose, California
20 October 2005
Dear Lorena and Ruben. You have made me feel a part of your loving family and I will never forget you. Sharon, Marta and Maria have been so helpful and friendly to me. Thank you also to Erick and Keylor who worked so hard to make my visit so enjoyable. I also love your especially, wonderful country that sets such a good example for the world. I hope to stay in contact with you from time to time. May God bless you all. Pura Vida, Richard B. Newport Beach, California |
