"La Vita Bella Retreat"

Enjoy Rich Culture, Amazing Food, Personal Growth and Real Friendships
See Italy the "SLOW" way with Grace as your Guide and Host

Sicily, Italy

June 2-12 2008

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Are you looking for a romantic getaway? Are you celebrating a special anniversary or birthday? Come to the enchanted Island of Sicily and fall in love again.

Sicily, the Perfect Vacation:

In some bridal magazines, Sicily has been voted the world's most romantic island. And why not? It has breathtaking views, pristine beaches, charming outdoor restaurants, and a rich and diverse history.

Did you know that it was on this island that D.H. Lawrence wrote Lady Chatterly's Lover, based on a real-life Sicilian love story? Sicily is the perfect place to re-discover each other. Come to Sicily—re-ignite the magic and celebrate your love.

A Spiritual Retreat in Italy:

With their busy schedules, modern couples have very little time to nourish and sustain the one relationship that matters most. On this couples retreat vacation, you’ll not only enjoy the extraordinary sights and delicious tastes of Sicily, but you’ll learn how to salute the magnificence in one another. Whether you’ve been married 30 years or are just beginning your journey together, the exercises and “couple assignments” are designed to:

• Deepen your understanding and appreciation of one another
• Re-awaken your sense of fun and adventure
• Create deeper intimacy & trust between you
• Teach you how to communicate more effectively
• Allow you to let go of any past hurt and/or negativity
• Re-commit yourself and renew your dedication

Historic Sicily - A Cultural Vacation

Italy has always drawn travelers, with its diverse history, beautiful art and architecture, cosmopolitan lifestyle and spectacular scenery. Sicily is a land where the mountains meet the sea and where the people are as warm and friendly as the sun. This couples retreat vacation is also a cultural adventure where you’ll be introduced to ancient Greek Temples, Roman ruins, African influence and Spanish architecture.

Vacation Highlights

• Stay at luxury hotels with your own private terrace overlooking the Mediterranean sea
• Explore the ancient Greek ruins at the Valley of the Temples
• Picnic on a homemade lunch in the ancient Kolymbetra Gardens
• Enjoy a bus tour to the furthest reaches of Mount Etna
• Take a private boat tour around “Isola Bella”—Sicily’s most enchanted beach island
• Visit a Medieval Castle in the hilltop village of Enna
• Enjoy a spectacular walking tour of Old Taormina & visit the Greco-Roman theatre
• Hike the phenomenal "Scala dei Turqui" (Turquish Steps)--Mother Nature's Gift to us
• Visit the Ceramic Capital of Sicily and stop at a factory to buy wholesale one-of-a-kind ceramics
• Visit a pastry shop to watch the preparation of Sicilian cannoli and other pastries
• Enjoy mouthwatering swordfish and other seafood delights in romantic San Leone