If relaxation is what you need; this retreat is for you.

Just after the hustle & bustle of the holidays (you know, that time of year when you tend to everyone's needs...) it will be time for YOU to be cared for.  Fly away with us to the picturesque Dolomite mountains in Northern Italy.  This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime style trip.  The type you dream of and say "someday I'll..."

The time is here.  Take the trip.

You'll spend this week at over 6000 feet above sea-level in an absolutely epic home for the week (not just my opinion, it's been featured by the likes of Conde Nast, Elle Magazine, National Geographic and more).  We will enjoy all 7 suites of this boutique hotel that our retreat group will have the full and exclusive use of.  Each of the suites is 2 stories and includes a jaw-dropping floor to ceiling window view of the snow capped Dolomite mountains (the same ones you'll see on your tv just a few weeks later when the 2026 Winter Olympics are hosted there).

Our in-house chef will prepare meals from family recipes steeped in South Tyrolean traditions with modern influences.  He cooks from what nature and the surrounding farms provide, giving you a delicious plate of regional cuisine to warm your soul.

Want to ski?  No problem.  Our villa is situated amist the Plose Slopes, ready for you to ski-in and ski-out from your own front door.  (Rental equipment is available should you want to rent; you can do so directly with our villa).  There will be multiple blocks of free time for you to head out to the slopes, curl up with a book, sit by the fire with a glass of red, or make a snow angel.  It will be a wonderful time of slow moving, breathing in nature, and reconnecting with ourselves.

Illuminare Retreats (named after the Italian word for "to light up") provide a curated & immersive travel experience for women from all walks of life.  In the company of new friends, you'll find time to relax & recharge - while also being inspired & renewing your sense of adventure.  Europe has a beautiful way of getting down deep into your soul & stirring alive passions you forgot were there.   Of reigniting ideas & bringing a new perspective to our lives. 

If you've been longing for clarity & inspiration in your life, this is for you.

Please read through these important FAQs:

WHO IS THIS RETREAT FOR?

Women from all walks of life who need a little time away, reconnecting with themselves while being in a picturesque setting. Retreat members are eager to make new connections/friends and are flexible/happy travelers.  Specific to this retreat:  Attendees will NOT be required to do a lot of walking.  We will have a few days of seeing the nearby towns, and of course this time of year sidewalks can be slippery.  Please keep this in mind and reach out if you have any mobility concerns.

HOW MANY ATTENDEES WILL THERE BE?

The group will include up to 12 participants, plus the host Amanda & retreat staff.

Approximately 4 months prior to the trip, a Facebook group will be created for our retreat members to get to know each other, ask questions & share more about themselves.

CAN YOU ACCOMMODATE A SPECIAL DIET?

On the application, you'll see a spot to let us know any diet needs you have & we will absolutely do our best to meet those at all meals. If you have specific concerns, please feel free to email with questions.

**If you have serious dietary restrictions, please email before registering with your specific needs so we can assess if this is the right retreat for you.

HOW DO I GET THERE?

Our home is 30 minutes from the Brixon train station and 60 minutes from the Bolzano train station.  You have several options for flying.  You can fly into Bolzano or nearby Innsbruck, Austria (1.5 hours by car).  Additionally cities like Munich, Germany and Verona, Italy can transport you by train into Brixton in under 4 hours.  Have fun adding a few extra days onto your trip to explore a nearby city or country!

WHAT ARE THE ACCOMMODATIONS LIKE?

We'll call a tranquil and design award winning masterpiece our home for the week (featured in everything from Elle to National Geographic). Taking over the entire boutique hotel, we'll have the rule of the roost.  Each of the 7 suites will accommodate 2 guests per suite.  Every suite is 2 stories, with both a living and sleeping area.  Additionally each suite is equipped with its own Finnish style bio sauna.  The minimalist and contemporary design of this structure allow the nature to take full stage, which you'll see from every vantage point from each room to our common living areas.  Top that off with a private chef, and truly... what better winter escape is there?

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR THIS RETREAT SPECIFICALLY:

Each suite has one king size bed AND one sofa bed.  Attendees will be 2 to a room and can either share the bed with their friend or we can equip the sofa bed for use as well.
PRIORITY SELL WILL BE TO PAIRS OF FRIENDS COMING TOGETHER