I'm feeling anxious and excited because signing up for a workshop is a big investment of time and money. Should I do it?

Almost everyone asks themselves this question somewhere along the process of signing up for a retreat and arriving at their destination. We feel the same when we sign up for a retreat. Take a deep exhale and pat yourself on the back for even considering a week away dedicated to YOU.  If you are both excited and scared, this is a good sign that you are headed in the right direction toward whatever it is you most want. Our retreat leaders are trusted, seasoned facilitators who will give you the support, resources and guidance to reach your goals--you just have to show up and participate! We are always happy to talk on the phone to answer any questions and confirm if it’s the right retreat for you.

How do I schedule my flight?

Once your registration has been confirmed (wait for a confirmation email), we encourage you to use an online flight-searching program to find the least expensive options. There are a lot of good ones out there, but we find that Skyscanner, Google Flights, and Kayak are consistently good. If traveling within Europe, search Easyjet and Ryanair for cheap flights which don't always get picked up on the search engines listed above. We do recommend travel insurance. We’ve had good experiences with both Allianz Global and Travelex, but do not endorse either.

Every workshop description ends with a list of the nearest airports and directions for getting from the airport to the retreat. If joining us on a retreat requires you to fly over multiple time zones, we encourage you to fly in a day early so you can relax and catch up with the time difference before joining us on our retreat the following day.

How do I get from the airport to the retreat location?

Many of our participants like to car pool or share travel expenses with other registrants. Let us know if you are interested, and we will connect you over email so that you can coordinate with them. We will create a Facebook community and google spreadsheet for sharing arrival and departure times so that participants can coordinate beforehand.

What should I pack?

While every workshop description includes a description of the average weather during that period, we recommend you pack to your comfort level, including packing your favorite toiletries, a warm sweater, a swimsuit, and comfortable walking shoes. We always try to have one fun night out on the town - so bring a stylish outfit if you are inspired - you’ll fit in with the very fashionable Italians.

Can I travel with a friend?

Yes, please! The more the merrier. If your friend is not also signing up for the retreat (and we hope they are), they can pay us directly for the hotel and food charges. Afternoons and some evenings are designated exploration time, so you would have the opportunity to see the sites with whomever you choose.

What if I want to extend my stay before or after the retreat?

What a lovely idea, especially since you’ve already paid to travel somewhere. We would recommend checking out Venice and Florence, which are quick train rides away. Italy has a fantastic and highly modernised train network for you to scoot around the country. 

What is your cancellation policy?

If you have to cancel: Because we are a small operation we are unable to offer refunds in the case of cancellation 30 days before the event, which is why we strongly recommend you purchase travel insurance. Cancellation 60 days before the event will be 50% refunded. We can transfer your spot in the retreat to another person that you designate, or to apply your registration fee to a future workshop. If we find another person to take your place, we will refund you fully minus a $500 processing charge.

Can I request a location for a future retreat?

We would love that. We’re always looking for the most beautiful, inspiring, and magical spots to replenish ourselves and celebrate. If you have any suggestions, please shoot us an email.

Are meals included?

It depends on the retreat, but most of them include a healthy, delicious breakfast and lunch. Gluten-free and vegetarian options will always be made available. View the retreat description page for more information.

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