Friday – Arrival & Meet & Greet:
– Check-in from 3:00 PM — arrival and check-in at the retreat accommodation
– 6:00 PM – Welcome Meet & Greet with drinks and Italian bites
– Getting to know the group & hosts
– Introduction to the program & first Italian phrases
Saturday – Language & Ancient Rome:
– Morning: Interactive Italian language session at the retreat location
– Lunch: Shared Italian lunch with conversation prompts to practise speaking
– Afternoon: Visit to the historic Villa Adriana — the impressive ancient Roman villa of Emperor Hadrian and a UNESCO World Heritage site
– Evening: Pizza Night — authentic Italian pizza and relaxed conversation in Italian
Sunday – Wine, Village Atmosphere & Italian Lifestyle:
– Morning: Italian language session at the retreat location
– Lunch & Afternoon: Visit to a local vineyard in the Roman countryside — introduction to Italian wines, wine tasting & lunch at the vineyard
– Afternoon: Visit to a charming Italian village to explore its historic streets and local atmosphere
– Evening: Traditional Apericena in the village — aperitivo drinks with delicious small dishes
– Later: Fun Game Night back at the retreat location
Monday – Italian Home Cooking Experience (until 4:00 PM):
– Morning: Final Italian language session + personal learning tips
– Lunch Experience: Italian home cooking class at a traditional Italian family home — preparing authentic dishes guided by an Italian Nonna and Zia
– Closing of the retreat & departure around 4:00 PM
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change