Art of Living Well: A Luxury Wellness
Retreat in Puglia
October 24-29, 2026
Puglia, Italy
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Art of Living Well: A luxury south Italy wellness retreat
The Art of Living Well Retreat is a 5-night, 6-day travel and retreat experience in Puglia, Italy—an intimate journey where culture, history, food, creativity, and wellness come together in one unforgettable escape.
Our 4th Art of Living Well Retreat is set within a beautifully restored 5-star masseria, a traditional 17th-century farmhouse that has been revived as a charming boutique hotel. This signature Eyia experience brings together the combined expertise of Kat and Theodora to offer a thoughtful blend of mindful creativity, gentle wellness, and elevated living.
Over five nourishing days, you’ll enjoy meaningful hands-on art sessions with Theodora, daily wellness and mindfulness practices with Kat, guided reflection woven throughout the retreat, and exceptional shared meals including curated 3-course dinners with regional wines. You’ll also experience a private cheese-making class on a local farm and select outings—such as visits to Alberobello, Locorotondo, and an evening in Monopoli—offering a taste of the region.
Our home base is a stunning location surrounded by centuries-old olive groves, citrus and almond trees, herb gardens and vegetable beds. Our location will offer a place where tradition, simplicity, and elegance coexist in perfect balance. You will stay in a modern and comfortable suite that gives an authentic feeling of a place that creates a welcoming, contemporary take on this beautiful Italian Countryside.
Life on this Retreat encourages a natural return to slow living. You’ll have opportunities to wander the olive groves, adventure to the local beach, or unwind by the pool. Every space invites reflection, connection, and ease.
Each morning begins with guided meditation and movement to awaken the body and spirit. Days unfold with a thoughtful blend of exploration and creativity: a cheese-making class, guided art workshops, and local village explorations.
This wellness retreat in Italy offers an authentic and elevated experience in the Italian countryside through countless curated experiences and a taste of La Dolce Vita (the good life). Every detail is designed to help you unwind, reconnect with yourself, and experience the simple luxury of being fully present. You’ll discover what it means to fully embrace the art of living well.
MEET YOUR ITALY WELLNESS RETREAT LEADERS
Theodora Miller
Theodora’s life path took an abrupt turn when she suffered a traumatic brain injury. Forced into complete isolation and cognitive rest, she turned to painting as a form of meditation during her arduous recovery. Through painting, she found healing, hope, and a renewed sense of purpose. Ultimately, she traded the boardroom for brushes and transformed her pain into an abundant creative life.
Rooted in her Greek heritage and shaped by personal healing, Theodora Miller creates art and experiences that celebrate beauty, resilience, and life’s sacred moments. Through fine art, ceramics, and her collection of painterly wallpaper and textiles, she offers visual poetry infused with joy and connection. Her creations are found in corporate collections, medical facilities, and in homes around the globe.
A passionate traveler and cultural explorer, Theodora encourages you to embrace the world with ageless curiosity and play through soul-driven workshops and retreats. With her warmth and vibrant personality, she gently guides you how to turn on your “artist eyes” and tune into your creative intuition. Theodora resides in Richmond, Virginia, but her spirit thrives on an island in the Aegean Sea.
Katrina Paraskevopoulos
Katrina is a Greek American wellness expert from California living in Greece with her Greek husband and 2 cats. She is Travel & Leisure’s 2023 Rising Star Travel Advisor and specializes in curating wellness-infused retreats and custom travel design and planning in Greece & Italy. She is the founder of Eyia Retreats, a retreat and travel company specializing in experiences in the Mediterranean.
Katrina is a renowned wellness and transformational coach who supports people to find the home within themselves.
Katrina is a life-long learner. She loves personal and spiritual development and supporting others on their journey inward. It’s the most challenging and most rewarding journey you will ever embark upon.
Art of Living Well: A luxury wellness retreat in Italy
Experience the joy of slow living in Puglia
October 24-29, 2026
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR PUGLIA RETREAT
- 5 nights, 6 days accommodation in either single or double rooms
- Daily nourishing breakfast
- Welcome and Finale 3-course dinner (includes wine)
- Daily Wellness & Mindfulness practices to rejuvenate your spirit
- Guided Art Sessions to explore your creativity
- Cheese-Making Class and Lunch on a Farm
- Local Villages Tour: Alberobello & Locorotondo
- Guided Reflection Time
- Evening in Monopoli with group dinner and wine
- Evening Deep Stretch Class to unwind
- All art supplies for creativity sessions
- Eyia Retreats Tote Bag
- Travel support from Eyia Retreats
Flights & Travel Insurance not included
“Eyia Retreats coordinated and provided the MOST wonderful travel experience to Greece. Kat’s knowledge regarding accommodations, activities, mindfulness, and slow living was perfection. Theodora’s artist’s eye and appreciation for the surrounding natural world, light, color, and textures was truly inspiring. Will have to go back again! A forever memory and experience in my heart and mind.”
-Sara, AOLW Retreat 2023 & 2025
OUR DESTINATION: PUGLIA
Set in the heart of Puglia’s Valle d’Itria, our retreat takes place in one of southern Italy’s most enchanting and authentic regions. Often called the Valley of Trulli, this region, is celebrated for its iconic dry-stone trulli houses and their conical roofs, rustic stone walls and a countryside that feels suspended between past and present, creating a landscape that feels both timeless and deeply grounding.
Life here moves at a slower, more intentional pace – mornings invite quiet walks through the countryside, afternoons soften into sun-filled rest, and evenings are meant for lingering meals and shared conversation.
From this peaceful rural setting, you’re perfectly positioned to explore some of Puglia’s most beloved villages and historic towns. The nearby Adriatic coast adds a gentle sea breeze and coastal charm to the experience, just a short drive away with transportation provided by our hotel. This setting offers a true sense of place – rooted in tradition, beauty, and the simple pleasures of Italian living.
WHERE WE’LL STAY
Your home for the retreat is a luxury boutique masseria, a traditional 17th-century farmhouse revived as a charming boutique hotel, where historic architecture meets understated Italian elegance.
On our property, you will find centuries old olive trees, citrus and almond trees, herb gardens and vegetable beds, the ideal setting to connect to the natural tranquility of the Italian countryside and slow living. Our location also offers complimentary bikes that you can ride through the olive groves, on-site spa, a beautiful pool and complimentary shuttle to a private beach.
Photos of eyia’s past wellness retreats
WHAT TO BRING
- Lightweight & comfortable clothes for our art workshops, to relax at our Retreat location and to explore the local villages
- Comfortable shoes for walking
- Non-slip sandals/shoes for cheese-making class and farm visit
- Evening celebratory dinner outfit (1)
- Yoga/Workout clothing for daily practice
- Bathing suits (two recommended) & cover-ups
- Sun protection (hat & glasses)
- Layers for wind/cooler nights: sweater, scarf, outer layer
- A book to relax for pool/downtime
- EU adapter for electronics
- We will provide a journal, but you may want your own journal for reflection
TRAVEL LOGISTICS FOR YOUR WELLNESS RETREAT IN ITALY
Eyia Retreats will support you with any travel questions you may have and support your journey to Italy. We can advise or even book your flights & pre/post retreat adventures!
Please arrive to the Bari Airport by 2 pm local time on October 24th. Our location is about an hour drive from the airport. The retreat will begin at 4pm on October 24th. You will need to depart USA one day prior to your desired arrival date. For example, depart USA on October 23rd to arrive on October 24th.
We recommend arriving 1 to 2 days early so you can adjust to the timezone and buffer for any delays. You have options to fly to Rome or Florence and experience another part of Italy before arriving the the Puglia area. Eyia Retreats can support in your pre-retreat travel.
Our retreat will end on October 29th at 11am. You can extend your stay or explore another part of Italy, or fly out of Bari airport to your final destination. We have travel options and would be happy to support you in your pre or post-retreat travel experience. Contact us at support@eyiaretreats.com.
Book Your Spot
SOLD OUT
No included: your flight, meals not listed, and any personal items you may want during your trip.
Double Occupancy Giardino Suite
$4,995 per person
Each Suite has a private en-suite bathroom, a king bed, a sitting space, and an outdoor walled garden.
Book with your friend or loved one.
Double Occupancy Stable Suite – Sold out
$5,525 per person
A larger suite with a private en-suite bathroom, a king bed, a seperate sitting room with vaulted ceilings, and an outdoor walled garden.
Deposit is non-refundable & detailed cancellation policy listed in the Terms & Conditions and below in the FAQ.
Itinerary for The Art of Living Well Retreat
Day 1: Welcome to Puglia, Italy
Settle into the Masseria Calderisi. Near the sea, the 17th-century farm has been revived as a charming boutique hotel, surrounded by 24 acres of olive groves, citrus and almond trees, herb gardens and vegetable beds. Once a stately country estate, the spirit of that time can still be felt – cheerful, exuberant and proud.
Ease into the retreat with an intimate welcome session, followed by a beautiful 3-course dinner with wine to open our time together.
Meals included: Dinner
Day 2: Presence, Art + Monopoli
Begin the day with a grounding morning class, enjoy breakfast, and immerse yourself in your first mindful art workshop with Theodora. The afternoon is yours to relax before an early evening stretch session and a curated night out in Monopoli with dinner.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3: Hello Puglia Villages
A morning session sets the tone before heading out for a full-day guided tour of Alberobello and Locorotondo. Discover the charm of these UNESCO-recognized towns and return to the masseria for a peaceful Art Session followed by an evening at leisure.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 4: Taste of Puglia
Start with a morning class, then head to a local farm for a private cheese-making experience and lunch. Enjoy free time in the afternoon before gathering again for an inspiring art workshop and a relaxed evening.
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 5: Integration & Celebration
Ease into your morning class and enjoy a spacious day at leisure, with optional add-on activities available. In the late afternoon, we come together for a closing session before a memorable finale dinner and celebration.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 6: Farewell
A final morning class and breakfast together before departures, leaving you refreshed, inspired, and deeply restored.
Meals included: Breakfast
Frequently Asked Questions about your
wellness retreat in italy
Are flights included?
Your flight is not included in your booking.
We are available to provide you with assistance to book the best flight for you!
Can you help me book my flights?
No problem! As travel professionals, we are available to support your booking! We can guide you on the best options. Please reach out to info@eyiaretreats.com.
How many people are going to be on this retreat in Italy?
This retreat is open to all and will be intimate between 6-10 people plus Theodora and Katrina.
If I’m going alone, can I book a double room and be paired up with someone?
The shared rooms require a shared bed, we recommend booking a single occupancy room or asking a friend or loved one to join you!
How do I get there?
You can fly into the Bari Airport (Airport Code: BRI) from any European destination. The retreat begins on October 24th at 4pm. We recommend flying into the Bari airport by 2pm; the hotel location is about an hour drive. This means you will depart the USA on October 23rd and arrive on October 24th. If you would like to arrive earlier and explore more of Italy prior to the retreat, we would be happy to support your travel plan and arrangements. You can contact us at support@eyiaretreats.com to inquire for more information and to start planning!
When do we depart on October 29th?
Our retreat ends at 11am on October 29th. You have the option to extend your stay in Italy by exploring Rome, Florence or the Amalfi Coast. Or you may return to your final destination. Eyia Retreats can support you in your post-retreat travel. We have options to explore more of Puglia, Rome, Amafli Coast, or further south in Italy. Reach out to us at support@eyiaretreats.com.
If I have to cancel my trip, is any part of it refundable?
Deposit for any of our retreats in Greece is nonrefundable.
- If you cancel 90 days or more before your retreat start date, you will be refunded the full retreat amount (less non-refundable deposit)
- If you cancel between 66-89 days before your retreat start date, you will refunded (less non-refundable deposit) only if we can fill your spot
- If you cancel 65 days or less before your retreat start date, you will forfeit your entire payment.
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