Sept 2020 – Italian Riviera Retreat with Jayme Barrett
Dream Big on The Italian Riviera!
(Cinque Terre to Portofino)
September 16 – 23 2020
Would you like to be luxuriating on the beautiful Italian Riviera on September 10th? Can you imagine eight days completely devoted to joyful adventures, glorious self-care, breathing in nature’s bounty and indulging in all the deliciousness of La Dolce Vita (the sweet life)?
If you’re like many women who join us, your daily life is filled with to-do lists, rushing from one errand to the next and generally putting everyone’s needs before your own. Sound familiar? Well, joining this retreat is your chance to refill your own energy tank and put the focus back on yourself. We’ve done all the planning so you get to sit back and enjoy!
The upper Italian Riviera is the perfect place to re-ignite your own dreams and wishes for your life. Being able to let go of all responsibilities and be present to your own needs is a true gift.
Ladies – this retreat is all about You! It’s time to dream big and expand your horizons…
Envision copious amounts of “Me Time” coupled with wonderful day trips plus yoga and life enhancement classes. You’ll find yourself getting back in touch with your own rhythm and desires. You won’t have to lift a finger. In fact, your only decision will be choosing gelato flavors and that’s fun!
Whether you come by yourself or with a friend, you’ll be welcomed in the warm embrace of our retreat sisterhood. It’s a super supportive and nourishing environment where like-minded women share, bond and delight in soulful journeys, cultural experiences, scrumptious food all while taking in the beauty of the Ligurian coastline, one of the most dramatic in the world!
I’m Jayme Barrett and I’m passionate about helping women lead happier, healthier, more inspired lives through my best-selling book “Feng Shui Your Life,” consulting and coaching, as well as running women’s retreats all over Europe and Morocco for the past nine years.
A recent guest called our retreat “a light, beautiful, heart-felt adventure with mind-opening experiences… a truly life-changing event.”
On our 10th year, we’re beyond excited to return to one of our favorite regions of Northwestern Italy with some of the most dramatic coastal scenery in the world. I first visited the Cinque Terre (“five villages”) 25 years ago with my sister and I’ve been coming back to bathe in the splendor ever since. Last year, this retreat sold out quickly and our guests were overjoyed every single day.
Our home for the week is a charming family-run hotel in the quiet town of Moneglia, which is on the coast midway between luxurious Portofino to the north and the Cinque Terre villages to the south. With breath-taking vistas of the hills and sea, you’ll enjoy warm Italian hospitality, delicious food and wine, yoga and life enhancement classes as well as time to relax by the pool or walk in the countryside. Valeria, the effervescent owner and her parents, will feel like the warm Italian family you never knew you had!
On our day trips, we’ll visit colorful villages perched above the Mediterranean, enjoy a boat ride along the spectacular coast, delight in wine-tasting and an Italian cooking class, visit Castello Brown in luxurious Portofino, shop in beautiful Santa Margherita Ligure and walk along scenic coastal paths and in villa gardens with new like-minded girl friends!
A guest from last year wrote, “This trip to Italy was unforgettable – inspiring, educational and enlightening in such a beautful setting. The women were all amazing and I truly felt a connection with each one. Every day Jayme took us on a new adventure with style and grace and her enthusiasm rubbed off on the entire group. I will take home the visions and amazing memories of Italy that will last a lifestime!”
We have a limited amount of spaces available and it is first-come, first-served with a deposit. Ladies, if you are serious about joining, email us here as soon as possible to secure your space. I can’t wait to meet you! (Retreat details and pricing below.)
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♥ Included in Retreat Package
- 8 Days/7 Nights Accommodations in a Charming Hotel
- 7 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners, 2 Lunches
- 4 Life Enhancement Classes with Jayme Barrett
- 5 Yoga Classes with Heather Degnan
- Ground Transportation and Train/Boat Tickets on all Day Trips
- Round-trip transfers from Pisa International Airport to Hotel
♥ Additional Retreat Inclusions
- Day Trip to Monterosso & Manarola (in Cinque Terre)
- Wine Tasting with a local Vintner
- Day Trip to Portofino
- Visit and entry to Castello Brown in Portofino
- Ferry Ride to San Fruttuoso & Camogli
- Italian Cooking Class
- Day trip to Riomaggiore and Vernazza (in Cinque Terre)
- Shopping Excursion in Santa Margherita Ligure
- Garden Visit to Villa Durazzo
- Free Day to relax or visit nearby towns
Options for Free Day
- Hike high above the sea in the Cinque Terre National Park
- Day trip to Levanto and Bike Ride to the beach in Bonassola
- Explore Quaint Towns along the Coast
- Relax, swim, and read at our hotel in the hills above the sea.
♦ Note about Day Trips – You will have ample time to wander, sight-see and shop on your own or with others on the retreat. We like to give you the opportunity to see whatever will bring you joy! We will be taking local trains to all our destinations. Many of the towns are only accessible by train or boat. It’s important to be able to walk up and down stairs and on cobblestone.
In addition, all day trips are optional. If you want to spend a day reading and relaxing, you’re welcome to stay at the hotel. The retreat price remains the same.
Not included in Retreat Fee: Flights, Travel Insurance, Wine/Alcohol, Tip to Hotel and Yoga Mat.
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Open your Heart to the Beauty of the Ligurian Coast…
To get a feel for our retreats, check out photo highlights from our 2019 trips as well as videos and testimonials from past retreat guests.
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Accommodations in Italy
For eight days, we will be guests at a charming family-run hotel, situated in the hills above the coastal town of Moneglia. Whether you’re enjoying a glass of wine, a yoga posture or scrumptious meal, you’ll be enveloped in beauty. In your free time, you can walk in the countryside, take a dip in the pool or relax in the solarium. Their restaurant is located on the property and will be catering to your every wish.
The hotel rooms have fantastic sea or mountain views with a mini-bar, safe, air conditioning, satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. The bathrooms have olive oil products, bathrobes, slippers and a hair dryer. Shared and single rooms are available along with different views.
At our hotel property, you’ll enjoy:
- Pool with a View
- Mountain Walks and Gardens
- Relaxing, Reading and Daydreaming
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Meals
On this retreat, you will be feasting on delicious Italian food from the hotel’s restaurant well known for their Ligurian specialties and stunning panorama. For most lunches, you’ll enjoy restaurants of your choosing in the towns we visit.
At the hotel, breakfasts include a buffet of eggs, breads, cheese, jams, fruit, yogurt, coffee and tea. For dinner, you’ll delight in Italian food full of local flavor including homemade pasta, risotto, fish specialties, grilled chicken, salads and desserts such as tiramisu and berry cakes. All dinners are four courses and include bottled water. (Wine is available for purchase)
For the cooking class, we’ll learn to make fresh pasta and the region’s famous pesto along with tiramisu. Of course, don’t forget eating gelato from artisinal makers on our day trips. We tend to have one every single day… too delicious to skip!
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♥ Life Enhancement Classes with Jayme Barrett
Jayme’s classes will be held at our hotel and on day trips. Focusing on ourselves, our dreams and what brings meaning and happiness into our lives will be a main focus. You will learn techniques to energize your body, mind and spirit including special breathing, meditation and energetic exercises to release stress and boost happiness. Jayme will also share powerful ways to bring in more joy, health, love and success using feng shui, life enhancement and manifestation tools. In each class, Jayme creates a sacred safe space for group sharing, bonding and support. Come with an open heart, bring a journal and be ready to call in your heart’s desires.
Our Promise – On this retreat, you’ll feel inspired, rejuvenated and filled with a sense of harmony and gratitude. In addition, you’ll have loads of positive energy tools and techniques to support you in living your best life back home.
To read more about Jayme, visit www.jaymebarrett.com.
♥ Yoga Classes with Heather Degnan – All levels welcome! You’ll enjoy five yoga classes with Heather. She beautifully integrates all yoga levels into the practice. We will be practicing yoga by the pool overlooking a beautiful view of the mountains and sea. ** Please bring your own travel yoga mat and a light sweater. Yoga classes will be taught at 8:00am. All classes are optional. (see more about Heather’s classes below)
Weather The weather along the Italian Riviera in mid-September is variable. It could be very warm or a bit cool. Before you pack, check out the weather forecast for Moneglia in Italy.
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Past Guests Describe our Retreats as:
Magical, heavenly, positive, relaxing, fun, beautiful, joyful, enlightening, bonding, heart-warming, upliting, supportive, rich and meaningful, invigorating, well-organized, nourishing, fabulously-curated, infused with cultural exploration, eye-opening, breath-taking, fulfilling, spiritual, diverse, educational and good for the soul. The genuine feeling of sisterhood and friendship is amazing!
- “It’s a priceless way to spend eight days saturated with beauty, love, authenticity and excitement.”
- “Unbelievable in every way… connection, community, spiritual and full of creative energy. Not to be missed!”
- “To be able to bond with caring, nuturing women in such a beautiful locale was more than I could have ever imagined!”
- “I will follow Jayme anywhere! She’s a warm, positive, skillful leader with a heart of gold.”
When you come on our retreat, you’ll laugh, share, bond, explore and learn ways to uplift your life in a welcoming environment of true sisterhood. Many of our ladies join us year after year and some are coming on their 8th & 9th retreat this fall. On this 10th year, we’ll be leading our 21st-23th retreat. ♥
See video and written testimonials HERE!
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PAYMENT, DEPOSIT & REGISTRATION – Limited to 14 participants
DATE: September 10 – 17 2020
Deposit: $850 (non-refundable) when place in retreat is confirmed. Prices are per person.
Balance due: July 10, 2020
- Mountain View Room: Single $2,650 / Double Sharing $2,525
- Partial Sea View Room : Single $2,725
- Sea View Room: Single $2,795 / Double Sharing $2,595
(Payment Options: We accept Cash, Checks, Money Orders and PayPal. If you use a credit card through PayPal, there will be an additional 3% fee within the US and 4% outside the US.)
To complete your reservation, we require you to sign and return an: “Acknowledgement of Risk, Release and Indemnity.” This form includes additional terms and conditions of travel, including limitations of obligations to you. This document will be sent to you after you have paid your balance. Please read it carefully. The document must be completed, signed and returned to us. Our receipt of the completed and signed form will finalize your reservation.
**If the Euro is higher than 1.2 USD to every Euro at the time of final payment, some adjustments will be made to the final price.
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YES I WANT TO BOOK THIS RETREAT – If you have any questions about this retreat and/or would like to sign up, email us here as soon as possible to secure your spot. We will send you a registration form as soon as your place is confirmed.
* Past retreat guests receive $100 off!
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Retreat Leaders:
Jayme Barrett
A California nature-lover, lifestyle expert, feng shui consultant, retreat leader and author of the best-selling book “Feng Shui Your Life,” Jayme Barrett’s happiest moments are spent sharing her positive lifestyle secrets with the world. She is passionate about leading her Rejuvenation Retreats. The main goal is to bring like-minded women together for a deeply joyful and fulfilling experience that will transform their lives.
Jayme is an expert on Life Enhancement, Feng Shui and Manifestation, specializing in techniques for personal fulfillment, prosperity and integrated health. Jayme regularly shares her passion for inspired living in her writings for Whole Living, MindBodyGreen, Self Magazine, Health, Elle, Parents, Redbook and many more. In addition to feng shui consulting for individuals, companies, hotels and spas, Jayme leads lifestyle workshops worldwide. She has appeared in home-design TV segments for NBC, HGTV, Style Network, and E! Entertainment. Read more about Jayme at www.jaymebarrett.com
Zouhir
Jayme’s husband will be on this retreat to support our group in every way. Originally from Casablanca, Zouhir has worked in management for many of Morocco’s finest 5-star hotels. He has been living in Los Angeles with Jayme since 2009 and together, they have led 20 transformative retreats in Italy, Spain, France, Greece, Slovenia and Morocco.
In addition, Jayme and Zouhir founded a natural beauty line called Zweena Argan Beauty Elixirs, based on organic argan oil they buy dirctly from Berber women’s cooperatives in Morocco. Read more here: www.zweenabodycare.com.
Yoga Teacher – Heather Degnan
Heather is thrilled to be teaching yoga for us in Italy this fall! She has been on five retreats with Jayme and Zouhir. Heather began the journey of living her best life in 2003 and found yoga to be huge part of that path. Practicing for over 10 years, she finds that yoga keeps stress at bay and can bring calmness to the mind and body. For Heather, the yoga philosophy has become a lifestyle that she has integrated into her daily work (as a Police Officer!) helping to serve her community with more compassion and empathy.
Heather teaches a Vinyasa flow style yoga for all levels. Being aware that every physical body is different, she encourages her students to practice yoga in a way that feels right to them. It is not about the end result (a perfect yoga pose) but about your journey and ability at any given moment. Heather lives near the sea in Marshfield, MA and looks forward to sharing the mat with you!
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Travel and Flights to Italy
You will be responsible for booking your own travel and flights.
Participants from the United States will need to fly out on September 9th in order to get to Pisa, Italy on Thursday, September 10th for the start of the retreat. There will be a group pick-up at 12:00pm at the Pisa International Airport (PSA) on September 10th. Make sure your flight arrives by 10:45am so you are on time for the pick-up at noon. It’s an hour and a half ride to our hotel in Moneglia. If you miss the group pick-up, you’ll have to take a cab or train. Round-trip transfers to our hotel are included in the retreat fee.
Check out www.skyscanner.com for flights into Pisa (PSA). There are no direct flights from the U.S. so you’ll have a layover in a European city. If possible, we always recommend coming a day or two in advance to get over jet-lag, settle into the new time zone and visit other fabulous cities in Europe!
Below are a few airports in Europe that fly directly to Pisa. If you want to visit those cities, you can fly in a couple days early. Another option is to fly to Pisa early and see the Leaning Tower of Pisa and then meet the group back at the airport for the pick-up on Sept 10th. Of course, if you want to visit other cities in Italy, you can take a train to Pisa from Florence, Milan or Venice. The Pisa Train Station is five minutes away from the Pisa airport and there is a shuttle.
Direct Flights to Pisa from European Cities:
- Fly from London Gatwick or Luton Airport on EasyJet
- Fly from London Heathrow Airport on British Airways
- Fly from Rome–Fiumicino Airport on Alitalia
* There are also flights from Berlin Schoenefeld on Ryan Air & Easy Jet. Also, from Barcelona on Vueling but you’d have to fly a day or two earlier. Just put your home city and Pisa into the Search Engine on www.skyscanner.com and you’ll get all the options.
On the last morning of the retreat, Thursday, September 17th, a group transfer back to Pisa Airport will be arranged. Since it takes an hour and a half to get to Pisa Airport, book your flight out at 11:00am or later. The transfer back to Pisa is included in the retreat fee.
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Medical Issues, Travel Insurance and Passport
No immunizations are necessary for Italy. If you have any medical issues that will require professional care while on your trip, you must bring and be responsible for all necessary items and treatments related to your condition. It is strongly recommended that you obtain medical and dental insurance that will cover the cost of any medical or dental assistance you may require during your trip. Before travelling with Jayme Barrett, we strongly recommend you review your personal insurance and health insurance to ensure you have coverage appropriate to meet your needs, and the needs of your family and dependants, in case of any loss of property or illness, injury or death.
Insurance: The trip price does not include any insurance coverage, and Jayme Barrett requires the purchase of travel insurance to protect your trip investment in the event of medical emergencies, lost bags, a cancelled trip or any other unforeseen trip or pre-trip related event. You can get travel insurance including medical through www.squaremouth.com, www.insuremytrip.com or call your travel agent. You need travel AND medical coverage.
Passport: Make sure your passport is up-to-date and it should be valid through May 2021. If you need to renew it, do it soon as it’s taking longer these days.
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Cancellation Policies: 
• Your deposit is non-refundable. Full payment is required within 60 days of departure. Cancellation from 60 days prior to 50 days prior: cancellation fee is 50% of total trip cost per person. The trip is nonrefundable inside of 50 days. If a replacement is secured, travelers will get a refund less $250.00.
• If you wish to cancel the trip outside of 50 days, a written cancellation request is necessary. No refund for unused portions of the retreat, including but not limited to, missed meals, hotel nights and sightseeing.
Cancellation by Jayme Barrett: Jayme Barrett reserves the right to cancel the trip at any time for any reason, including if there are too few participants, or if the quality of the trip or the safety of travelers is judged by Jayme Barrett in her sole discretion to be compromised. In such cases, a refund of payments received by Jayme Barrett shall constitute full and final settlement. Jayme Barrett is not responsible for any loss incurred on account of non-refundable or non-transferable air tickets. If there is an official warning regarding travel to Italy, you will receive a full refund.
Travel insurance is required.
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QUESTIONS and BOOKING
This is a trip of a lifetime to one of the most beautiful places on earth and we’d love YOU to join us!
All you need is a passport and a plane ticket. We take care of the rest! You’ll be free to enjoy and indulge in bella Italia without a care in the world…
If you have any questions about this retreat and/or would like to sign up, email us here as soon as possible to secure your spot. We will send you a registration form as soon as your place is confirmed. You can pay your deposit by check or with a credit card on Paypal (3% fee added within US, 4% outside US). We will send you an invoice.
When you email us, please include a short paragraph on why this retreat in Italy is calling your name.
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Come With Us and Let’s Dream Big Together!
Come rejuvenate in Italy. Let your spirit be infused by Italian culture and discover new ways to create positive energy and momentum in your life. You’ll experience “La Dolce Vita” with like-minded new friends a beautiful part of the world.
Ladies, email us here as soon as possible to secure your space!