Four Seasons Resort Langkawi, Malaysia

Four Seasons Tenure

• 2013-2023; now since 2024
• First Four Seasons Assignment: Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

Employment History

• Banyan Tree Veya at Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico; Four Seasons Resort Seychelles; Four Seasons Seychelles at Desroches Island; Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Universidad Latina de Costa Rica; Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Universidad Internacional de las Americas

Birthplace

• Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

Languages Spoken

• Spanish, English

With over a decade of experience in the world of wellness, including several years as a yoga practitioner, Heriberto “Beto” Pena finds immense joy in helping people discover a healthier, happier way of life.

“For me, entering the spa and wellness industry was more than just a career choice. It was the start of a transformative journey that has allowed me to discover my authentic self and inspire others to similarly enrich their lives,” he says.

Hailing from Costa Rica, Beto’s interest in wellness was first sparked by the extraordinary longevity found in the Nicoya region, his country’s famed “Blue Zone,” leading to a decade-long exploration into holistic health. His wellness vision now drives the expanded offerings at The Geo Spa, encompassing bespoke retreats, personalized programs, immersive classes and special events with visiting masters.

Beto and his team love to share their passion and knowledge, from offering guests their first taste of wellbeing to guiding them towards new practices or deeper expertise. Empowerment is at the heart of their approach: “Our goal is for guests to be able to continue their wellbeing journey even after they leave our Resort.”

Alongside elements such as vibrational healing, herbalism, longevity therapy and sleep optimization, Beto’s approach draws generously on the Resort’s breathtaking natural surrounds. “Despite ever-evolving trends, the essence of a healthy life always leads back to nature,” he explains. “Here in Langkawi, we’re fortunate to be in a profoundly beautiful and powerful setting. Ancient elemental energies are all around us, creating exactly the right conditions to rebalance, renew and cultivate inner peace.”

Beto started his career as a bright-eyed 18-year-old on the pura vida shores of Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo. Ascending the ladder from Yoga Instructor to Wellness Ambassador, he ultimately took charge of the wellbeing team and went on to elevate the spa by introducing a number of Ayurvedic experiences. His celebrated nine-year tenure included several trips to healing centres in Thailand, India and Indonesia, where he delved into traditional knowledge systems and obtained qualifications in yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, Thai massage, sound therapy, and energy healing.

Next came the two Four Seasons islands in Seychelles where, as Spa Assistant Manager, Beto revamped the entire menu and developed groundbreaking initiatives, including a visiting practitioner program and a suite of wellbeing workshops, before heading to Mexico to open a new luxury wellness resort.

His return to Four Seasons - the company where his professional odyssey began - fills him with gratitude. “Finding myself in Asia, the birthplace of my expertise, is the fulfilment of a long-cherished dream,” he shares.

Enriching rituals such as aromatherapy, smudging and digital detox are a cherished part of Beto’s own routine, bringing clarity and positive energy to his everyday life. He also enjoys spending time by the ocean and experimenting with creative vegetarian recipes.