Vacation with a Purpose
Since 1997 escorted small group travel to Tuscany, Amalfi, Sicily
With each Retreat, enjoy personal, small group attention, working to improve skills at a relaxed pace, savoring each day the Italian way.
Painting | Cooking | Photography | & More
Each location is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Amalfi Coast
Sparkling seas, the scent of lemons in the air - a truly magical region of Italy. Join us for 7 Days & 8 Nights in the Heart of Amalfi! This trip includes travel by ferry to the most enchanting island of the coast - Capri. What to do? Visit the upper reaches of Ana Capri, and Villa San Michele, hike to the ruins of Tiberius’ Villa Jovis. Next spend a day in the sunshine of sophisticated Positano, and discover the spectacular views, architecture and secret gardens of Ravello. The Amalfi Coast is a true paradise and the epitome of La Dolce Vita!
Tuscany
You’ll be mesmerized by the endless vineyards, olive groves, and winding lanes bordered by tall, proud, cypress trees. Tuscany is the perfect place to enjoy your class Italian vacation experience for 7 Days & 8 nights. Our hotel is an historic building with a full service Spa. Basque in the sunshine savoring Tuscan wines, meats, cheeses and olive oils, then pamper yourself with a true Roman Spa experience! Explore renaissance Pienza, Etruscan Volterra, San Gimignano sporting its iconic towers, and an exquisite day at enchanting Villa Banfi for a Winery Tour, tastings and Michelin star luncheon.
Sicily
This is the land of tradition, myth, and folklore. Sicily’s history and culture are the gift of many civilizations which have crisscrossed this Island in the Sun. In every century various nations called it home leaving its marks. Think ancient temples and luscious cannoli, and watch puffs of steam from Mt. Etna which continues to show off it’s power. Taormina is our home as we explore the seaside villages below and hill towns above. It never fails to engage us with its old-world beauty. You will cherish your 7 days & 8 nights spent in a lovely Villa overlooking the Ionian Sea.
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Amalfi, Italy | June 2024 | Plein Air Art Instruction
7 Days Artist Workshop with Sam D’Ambruoso
27 years of painting and drawing instruction in Italy. Jump to the next level!
Optional Hands-on Cooking Lessons
Local cooks provide authentic experiences that bring you to the Heart of Italian Cuisine
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