TRAVEL &

preparation

Check-In & Check-Out Times

Check-in time is between 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm on the day of your arrival.
Check-out time is 12:00 pm on the day of your departure.

IMPORTANT:

* You must notify us if you plan to arrive past the check-in time.
* Check-in before 3:00 pm will incur a $50 early check-in fee.
* Check-in after 8:00 pm is not permitted. Our gate closes at 8:00 pm.

AIRPORT

The closest airports are Dallas Ft. Worth International airport (DFW) and Dallas Love Field (DAL).

Both airports are the same distance from the center, which is approximately 80 miles.

Transportation to/from Airport

OPTION 1

Car rentals are available at both DFW and Dallas Love Field airports. If you will be visiting the center for only a few days or even a week, then renting a car might be the most affordable option, also providing you with the most freedom for flight arrival times.

OPTION 2

Uber or Lyft. Please note that these companies will bring you to the center, but do not offer a return service back to the airport. Contact Emma’s Taxi Service (903) 486-4443 to schedule your return ahead of time. Her rate is $120 for either airport. She does not offer a pick-up service.

International Travelers

Many of our guests come from all around the globe to attend our world-class retreats.
If you require a US visa for your visit, click here for more information.

* If you use a credit card for any transactions during your US travel, you may incur foreign transaction and international fees from your bank or credit card. Instead, you can bring Travelers Cheques or pay in cash with USD.

Local Transportation

Local transportation is available.

Once you arrive at the retreat center you can request the phone number. If you would like to visit the nearby historical towns of Bonham and Honey Grove or go to nearby shopping centers (10-40 miles away), you can arrange your transportation with the local taxi or TAPS transportation. 

Local transportation can be arranged with the TAPS Bus by calling (844) 603-6048 THREE days before your trip. Transportation times are limited during the week and weekends. Visit their website for more information at Tapsbus.

Items to Bring

Due to the many seasons of Texas, it is important to bring the appropriate clothing by checking the weather ahead of time.

  • Bring clothing that is comfortable and helps you feel relaxed.
  • Bring your personal towel, toiletries, and hygiene items.
  • Since you have to remove your shoes before entering buildings, it's best to bring slip-on shoes.
  • Bring a water bottle to carry your water.
  • In the winter, it is especially important to bring warm sweaters, a heavy jacket, leggings, hats, and gloves.
  • In the spring and summer, it is important to bring light clothing as it can get very hot.
  • If you plan on hiking or walking around, bring tennis shoes or boots.
  • In the spring, summer, and fall, bring bug repellent.
  • For classes, make sure to bring a notebook and 2-3 pens, so that you can take notes.
  • For mantras and meditation class you may bring a shawl.
  • We recommend bringing sunblock, an umbrella when raining, and a flashlight for walking at night.

IMPORTANT:

Because this is a spiritual center, do not bring short shorts, short skirts, tank tops, and similar revealing clothing. A shirt must be worn at all times.

WiFi Options

We do not provide wifi/internet service at Siddhayatan.

If you need internet access during your stay, you can purchase or bring your own internet USB or sim-card. You can use your hotspot on your mobile phone. Past guests have purchased the StraightTalk Web prepaid card at Walmart and it worked great for them.

Two local libraries (5-10 miles away) offer free internet access.