Florence is a city that speaks in hushed tones and hidden details. Its grandeur is obvious—the Duomo’s dome, the Uffizi’s masterpieces,...

Rome is a city where art, drama, and passion are part of the everyday. So it’s no surprise that opera—Italy’s most theatrical art...

After over a decade of hosting transformative retreats in the heart of Italy, we are thrilled to announce a new name that truly reflects...

Jane's Quick Guide to Train Travel in Italy

Quick guide to visiting Rome in the Jubilee Year 2025

Dear Retreat Participants, Welcome to this special journey in Italy! As we prepare to embark on this retreat together, I want to take a...

As our 2024 retreat season in beautiful Italy draws to a close, I find myself filled with profound gratitude. Thank you for choosing to...

Traveling internationally can be an exhilarating experience, but unforeseen situations—medical emergencies, cancellations, or lost...

Pema Chödrön’s book,   When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times,   was first published in   1996. I devoured it in one...

Italy offers a rich cultural experience unlike any other modern country. The ooh and aah factor is high! Italy has a globally cherished,...

Running an international retreat business is not for the faint of heart. In truth there are thousands of details that go into each and...

A New Trail in Pienza On almost all of my retreats, we take a day trip to Pienza . It’s always been one of my favorite Tuscan hilltowns...