Frame of Italy: Taste of VENICE, Art, food and SPA. A journey of Self-Discovering.

5.001 review

Venice, VE, Italia

Up to 2 in group

3 Days Package (2 nights)

Retreat Highlights

VENICE, self-connection and self-improvement.

About this Retreat

Your Guides

Eleonora

Luigi

Eleonora Meneghini

Eleonora Meneghini (NORA) is a writer, producer and travel guide born in Verona in 1984. After her studies in art and geography at the university, she has started her career as a fashion model and actress for commercial advertisings and fashion campaigns. Thanks to this job she had the opportunity to visit many countries and places, expanding her true love, the travels. In 2019, during a long trip to Jordan country, she wrote the book “Giordania, dai beduini ai taxi”, that she calls "a story guide", a book with tips for travellers and a personal view on the Country. That was the starting point of the collaboration with the italian visual artist LU (Luigi Miano). Together, with deep knowledge of the power of art and creativity, they start to retreats and travels in south Italy and all over Europe. She also hosts a podcast called “L’improbabilità della vita”, between Italy and London, that talks about the lives of many female artists and figures who changed the history of culture and art. She lives between south Italy, Verona and all over Europe, hosting therapeutic art retreats organizing and leading tailored travels and continuing her producer work into the art world.

Luigi Miano

Luigi Miano (LU) is a visual artist, photographer and director born in south Italy, in the summer of 1988. He has started his work as a portrait and fashion photographer when he was 20 y/o in Milan, working for many magazines and brands. Later on his career, he has started his personal research to expand his knowledge about photography and art. Exploring the visual arts he has started to be involved into art performaces, diaries writings and studies about inner-energies, sexuality, identity. His latest project is named “Diaries”, a series of photographs, drawings and writings in connection with many subjects; self-portraits, studies about love and identity, about solitude and modern society. He actually lives moving between Italy and Europe, working on therapeutic art workshops and self-improvement retreats.

Details of this retreat

Italian Experience:

Step into a journey of discovery, where you’ll connect with the art of living well. Over three unforgettable days, you’ll immerse yourself in the charm of Venice, explore the magical city, taste the Italian culinary traditions, and dive deep into a self-consciousness adventure with the help of art and photography. Accompanying us throughout this retreat will be a professional fashion photographer, who will document your journey with his artistic lens. From timeless black-and-white portraits to candid moments, every participant will take home a visual story of this extraordinary experience.

The Destination: Venice – The Floating City
Venice is a masterpiece of art and history, an unparalleled city built on water. With its winding canals, picturesque bridges, and majestic architecture, it exudes an atmosphere of mystery and romance. Known for its vibrant cultural heritage, Venice offers countless hidden gems to discover—from its iconic Piazza San Marco to its quieter alleys where local traditions thrive. Venice’s food culture is equally captivating, with its famous bacari (traditional Venetian wine bars) offering the perfect opportunity to enjoy authentic Venetian cuisine and wine.

The Art and Photographic Experience:

Throughout the retreat, various and different tailored art activities will accompaign you to dive deep into yourself and explore sides of yourself. A fashion photographer will accompany us to capture the spirit of this Italian journey. Participants will receive a stunning black-and-white portrait that celebrates their essence and elegance, along with an array of candid photographs documenting the highlights of the experience. Sessions of intuitive drawing will give you the sense of exploration of yourself through your body and spirit. These keepsakes will serve as beautiful reminders of your time in Italy and the transformative moments shared with fellow participants.

Schedule

Each participant will receive a tailored schedule and routines created on their personal needs and desires.

Details of this Retreat
Italian Experience in Venice: Art, Elegance, and Discovery

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Day 1: Arrival and First Impressions

- 2:00 PM: Arrival and check-in at your accommodation in a charming Venetian palazzo. After settling in, enjoy a brief introduction to the retreat and its activities.
- Guided evening tour of Venice, exploring the hidden corners of the city and its enchanting atmosphere. End the tour with a stroll through the vibrant streets lit by soft evening lights.
- Dinner with local flavors.
- Relax and unwind.

Day 2: A Day of Art, Food, and Self-Discovery

- Breakfast in the palazzo with fresh Italian pastries and coffee.
- Morning guided self-exploration through intuitive drawing and photography. Learn to connect with your emotions and creativity in a warm and inspiring setting.
- Portrait session with the fashion photographer. Allow yourself to shine in this professional and empowering experience.
- Lunch
- Get into the Venetian culture: Tour the city’s famous *bacari*, experiencing the tradition of *cicchetti* (small plates) paired with local wine. This is a relaxed, social way to enjoy authentic Venetian flavors while immersing yourself in the local lifestyle.
- Dinner and night walk, see how different the city looks in night light.

Day 3: Beauty and Farewell

- Gentle beauty routine session to start the day, featuring simple yet effective practices to enhance your inner glow.
- Breakfast at the palazzo.
- Optional gondola ride or visit to a lesser-known Venetian gem, such as the artisan workshops and secret corners.
- Farewell gathering, sharing reflections and final thoughts over a light brunch.
- **2:00 PM:** Check-out and goodbyes.

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Through art, photography, and the magic of Venice, this retreat will help you reconnect with yourself, celebrate your uniqueness, and create memories to cherish forever.

We will start from a simple draft schedule and then the participant will be accompained into adding or removing activities/sessions based on his needs.

Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

le44, Venice, VE, Italia

Directions

The closest airports are Venice, Verona, Treviso and Bologna. There are shuttle buses at the airports that takes you to the central station.
Bus/train: Venice station.

Accommodation

You will be hosted in a beautiful typical venue.

Program Price

Early bookings - 15 days in advance

Couple price

Venue & Amenities

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Spa

Sauna

Pool

Towels

Free Parking

Kitchen

Tour Assistance

Hot Tub

Coffee/Tea

Cafe

Restaurant

Fitness Center

Yoga Studio

Housekeeping

Bicycles For Rent

You will be hosted in a beautiful and typical venue, with easily reachable services.

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

Each meal you will enjoy is made with natural ingredients, fresh made using local ingredients.

What's Included

- Meals.
- A personalized notebook to record your reflections, tips, and things learned/observed during the retreat.
- Visual arts diaries material made with the artist
- A timeless black-and-white portrait photograph.
- Street food tasting.

What's Not Included

We can decide together under your personal suggestions what to include, if not listed in "what's included" list.

Customer Reviews

5.00 out of 5.0 average rating

Samantha • Oct 17, 2023

5.0

Verified

An amazing exploration of creativity and authenticity

Lu and Nora's art therapy retreat was perfect for supporting and deepening my spiritual journey. Through an exploration of creativity and vulnerability, I was able to better connect with my authenticity. The activities and schedule were perfectly tailored and adapted, so our time together felt meaningful, organic and productive. I could not have hoped for more, thank you :)