About this Retreat
YOGA BIO
Shari discovered the unlimited and positive effects of a consistent yoga practice over 20 years ago in San Francisco, California. Her journey included numerous disciplines, but it wasn’t until Ashtanga that she found her true yoga passion and was certified in 2010 in Florence, Italy (her other passion!). She now enjoys teaching a combo of vigorous, playful and challenging vinyasa flow class, pilates core and restorative. She hopes through her teaching she can inspire others with the grace and love that she has found.
Shari has been leading yoga retreats and holidays for over 10 years in amazing locations from Greece to Israel, Jordan to Morocco, Botswana to Namibia and all over her adopted and gorgeous country, Italy. Join me in Florence at Sole Yoga Florence for private groups and lessons.
VALUES
I have found that Values-alignment is an important part of having a positive collective experience for all of my guests on every retreat and holiday.
I am honest.
I will let a guest know if I believe a retreat is not the right fit. I would rather have a satisfied and happy guest more than anything.
I do what I say I will do. And if I make an error, I will absolutely own my mistakes.
I am reliable.
I reply to all emails and quickly. I am a problem solver and work hard to build your trust.
I take pride in my work and am always looking to improve and bring more value to my retreats and holidays.
I believe.
I believe Black Lives Matter.
I believe in equality. My retreats are always open to everyone, regardless of gender, race, orientation or religion.
I believe in science. By this, I mean science based on a shared set of provable facts and objective reality.
Details of this retreat
Sole Yoga Holidays is overjoyed to return for our 8th Luxury Santorini, Greece Wellness & Lifestyle Holiday, Sept 12-18, 2024.
Between the magnificent sunsets, turquoise waters and ancient vertical cliffs, you can see why Sole Yoga Holidays chose to return to this incredible location! Our retreat takes place in several Private Villas in one superb complex overlooking the blue, Aegean Sea. Our location is surrounded by vineyards and farms, yet only a 10-minute walk from the nearest beach and a 5-minute drive to the main town of Fira.
This allows us a peaceful and tranquil setting away from the bustle of downtown Santorini.
ACCOMMODATIONS + MEALS
Each Villa has its own plunge pool, sundeck with loungers, outdoor area with dining and seating areas and landscaped gardens. There are fabulous views for unforgettable sunsets (and sunrises, if you are up!) The bedrooms are spacious, with incredibly comfortable bedding, air conditioning and plenty of closet space.
The bathrooms have tiled tubs and rain showers and include everything you need for your special vacation such as local toiletries, plush robes and towels and hairdryers.
Each villa has its own kitchen, living room with flat screen TV’s, wifi and air conditioning.
There is also daily cleaning service for each of the villas.
A delicious and hearty brunch is included daily at our wonderful location. Fresh fruits, juices, eggs made to order and heavenly, local sweets are all part of our daily post-yoga meal. You can choose to eat inside, by the pool at your villa or take your yummy meal outside on the main restaurant patio.
Three dinners (Our Welcome, Farewell and very special sunset seafood dinner) are included as part of the package.
The other evenings we can dine in town (walking or driving) to explore and try local specialties and a spectacular sunset. Our location has a small and wonderful restaurant with evening specials.
Sole Yoga has left our dining option a little more flexible so everyone can experience something new the other nights. Our on-site concierge can assist with any dining plans and reservations.
Plus, the evening views are exquisite from all corners of the island. It is your time to explore the magic of Santorini.
YOGA + ACTIVITIES
All lessons will be led by Sole Yoga Holidays Founder, Shari Hochberg.
1-2 daily vinyasa yoga, pliates or restoorative sessions will be practiced outside on one of our beautiful terraces at our villa complex.
Get ready to move and flow with the warm breeze and sound of birds to serenade us in the morning and late afternoon.
Shari will revise the practice according to the needs of the guests. Every level is welcome from the very beginner to the more advanced practitioner.
We may take our mats one day to the nearby beach for a gentle, sunset practice.
One day we will go on our own private boat for a gorgeous day on the turquoise Mediterranean Sea!
We will swim, marvel at the sites and enjoy a delicious, fresh lunch of local specialties on the sparkling, blue water.
One evening after yoga, we will go for a very special wine tasting/aperitivo at a stunning winery with views-to-die-for. This view is one for the books, that is for sure!
We will also head to the famous small village of Oia for an afternoon of exploring and shopping. This is the most picturesque town in Santorini with unbelievable views of the caldera and the famous cobalt domes.