Art of Romance Retreat
June 23-27, 2026
For singles and couples ready to experience love at a deeper level...
It's exciting to welcome you to this five day luxury retreat I've been curating for almost a decade.
You'll be hosted at a private hillside resort where we are the only guests. Nestled in this hidden gem between the Italian Riviera, Bologna, and Florence, your mind, body, and soul can truly unwind and experience sensual delight like never before.
In a nourishing rhythm throughout the journey I'll guide us into awakening practices (all with clothes on:) designed to connect you with your deeper desires and fulfilling pleasures.
You'll then enjoy ample space to rest, connect and explore all you learn and connect deeper amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Italian countryside, imbued with the romance of Italy itself.
Imagine strolls through the hillside, gourmet meals, wine experiences, cooking classes, cozy naps, and slow afternoons by the pool.
All meals are included and lovingly prepared by the onsite chefs with fresh, local ingredients.
You'll leave feeling more connected, more open, and more alive—carrying a deeper understanding of intimacy that continues long after the retreat ends.
I can't wait to see you in Italy!
NO RISK GUARANTEE: Book with your deposit, meet with Dr. Sophia via zoom to ensure full resonance, if it's not a fit receive a refund.
Each day is designed to feel spacious, nourishing, and intentional.
Mornings begin with coffee and outdoor yoga overlooking the Italian countryside, followed by shared farm-to-table meals throughout the day.
Dr. Sophia will guide intimacy workshops and practices, while afternoons offer time to relax, explore, or simply enjoy the quiet beauty of the hillsides.
You'll enjoy an excursion of your choice and can book additional experiences during the ample free time.
Evenings gather the group again around the table for wine and watercolor sunsets before enjoying seasonal Italian dinners in pairs or as a collective, whichever call.
Sleep is bliss in luxurious beds and the silent countryside. Enjoy the rare dance of fireflies in the organic valley only matched by the canopy of vivid stars.
Prepare to have the sleep of a lifetime:)
Arrive in the Italian countryside and check into Due Papaveri, the private hillside resort that will be your home for the retreat.
The day is intentionally spacious, allowing time to settle in, unwind from travel, nap, explore, and take in the beauty of the surrounding hillsides.
Use the link above to explore the rooms
In the evening, we will gather for a sunset wine-down, our first moment together as a group. Surrounded by the rolling hills and warm Italian light, this relaxed welcome gathering offers space to meet one another and ease into an enjoyable evening and our journey together.
Following the sunset gathering, we’ll share our welcome dinner at Due Papaveri, where cuisine becomes part of the cultural experience. The evening’s menu features seasonal ingredients sourced from the estate and surrounding region. Together we’ll enjoy a relaxed fine dining experience that celebrates both classic and modern Italian cuisine—the perfect setting to savor the flavors of the region while settling into the rhythm of the retreat.
dinner and wine
Each morning we’ll gather for a relaxed, homemade breakfast enjoyed outdoors in the quiet beauty of the Italian countryside. Eggs are prepared to each guest’s liking, alongside fresh baked bread from the kitchen and honey produced by the bees on the property. Simple, seasonal ingredients and farm-to-table flavors create a nourishing start to each day of the retreat.
Begin the morning slowly with fresh brewed coffee and homemade light bites as the countryside comes to life around you. Surrounded by fresh hillside air and the quiet rhythm of nature, we’ll gather for a gentle outdoor yoga session designed to awaken the body, deepen the breath, and bring you fully into the present moment.
This guided session with Dr. Sophia invites participants to explore intimacy through the senses. Through intentional exercises and reflective practices, guests will begin expanding their awareness of touch, presence, and connection—opening new pathways for emotional and sensual intimacy.
Lunch is served as a curated sensorial picnic set within the natural beauty of the countryside. Fresh local ingredients, shared plates, and the quiet landscape create a moment to slow down, awaken the senses, and enjoy the simple pleasure of being present.
Following dinner and dessert, Dr. Sophia will guide us through introductory tantra practices you can take with you into your private evening to deepen presence, awareness, and energetic connection .
breakfast, lunch, dinner
Begin the morning with coffee as the Italian countryside slowly wakes around you. We’ll gather for an energizing outdoor vinyasa yoga practice designed to awaken the body, deepen the breath, and bring fresh vitality to the day ahead.
Enjoy breakfast and spaciousness through the late morning to move at your own pace. Guests may spend time by the pool, relax in a hammock, walk the surrounding hillsides, or retreat to their rooms for quiet reflection. The peaceful setting of Due Papaveri offers the perfect environment to slow down and simply be.
Midday offers a cultural experience rooted in the flavors of Italy. Guests may choose between a guided wine tour through the surrounding region or an onsite Italian cooking class at Due Papaveri. Both experiences invite you to connect with local traditions, seasonal ingredients, and the joy of shared meals.
The remainder of the day is yours to rest and integrate. We will meet in the evening for dinner.
breakfast, lunch, dinner
We’ll gather for a gentle outdoor yoga practice designed to ground the body, deepen the breath, and create space for reflection as the retreat begins to move toward its final chapter.
In this final workshop, Dr. Sophia will guide participants through an integration session designed to bring together the insights and experiences of the week. Through guided reflection and connection practices, guests will explore how the themes of intimacy, desire, and conscious communication can continue to unfold beyond the retreat.
As the sun begins to set, we’ll gather for a relaxed wine-down together—an opportunity to reflect on the week, enjoy the evening light, and savor the final moments of the retreat experience.
The evening concludes with a celebratory dinner at Due Papaveri, where seasonal Italian dishes and regional wines are shared around the table as we honor the connections, discoveries, and memories created together throughout the week.
breakfast, lunch, dinner, wine
We'll enjoy a final long table breakfast together overlooking the countryside and see each other off as we embark on a new chapter of romance and intimacy in our lives!
We encourage you to stay in Italy for at least a few more days to continue the journey in your own flow!
breakfast
Please note: The itinerary is subject to minor adjustments.
Breakfasts are leisurely, playful portals into the day full of dream sharing, gentle laughter, and mindful connection.
The palette is luminous and uplifting like the soft vibrancy of a blooming meadow - think blush pink, pale yellow, sage green, and sunlit gold. Rather than rushed meals, these breakfasts are sensorial and nourishing thresholds imbued with presence and lingering.
Days are embodied expanses of pleasure, vitality, and awakened presence. Imagine sun-warmed skin, bare feet on natural earth, and laughter carried on a golden breeze. Time softens. The body becomes the compass. Connection deepens through aliveness.
Wear what feels sacred, magnetically you, and invites expression and sensation. Movement, conversation, rest, and exploration weave together in a rhythm that feels both nourishing and electric.
Dinners are elegant twilight gatherings of sensual pleasure and celebration. Imagine candlelight flickering against flowing silks as gold accents reflect the glow of ignited connections.
The palette is rich and warm —deep plum, burnished rose, ivory, honeyed amber, and soft earthen clay.
The atmosphere is intimate and intentional where every element whispers ritual.
All accommodations (5 nights)
14 meals (all listed above)
Transportation is included for wine tour only. Airport transfers for an add-on fee.
Workshops, daily, wine tour, and cooking class
Wine during two sunset wine downs and wine tour
While it is encouraged to stay on the estate, if you desire an excursion we're happy to coordinate
To and from Italy
Transportation during free time and airport transport. These can be added on for a fee.
You can purchase this through our system when you book your room.
Other than the two sunset wine downs and wine tour
We highly recommend taking everything you’ve explored during the retreat—presence, connection, new techniques and rituals, and the beauty of shared experience—and carrying it into another chapter of your journey. Whether wandering through historic cities, enjoying a long meal with someone you love, or watching the sun set over the sea, Italy offers endless opportunities to deepen the romance of life.
Below are a few destinations near Pavullo nel Frignano that we recommend if you wish to continue your journey after the retreat.
Known for its rich culinary culture and historic charm, Bologna offers the perfect setting to wander, indulge, and savor the art of Italian living. Spend the afternoon strolling beneath the city’s iconic porticoes, exploring the historic Piazza Maggiore, and climbing the Asinelli Tower for sweeping views of the city’s terracotta rooftops. Bologna is also considered one of Italy’s food capitals—making it the ideal place to enjoy long, unforgettable meals.
If the sea is calling, consider visiting the Italian Riviera. Portofino is renowned for its pastel-colored houses, seafood dining, and scenic trails. The Gulf of Poets is often considered one of the most romantic and intimate parts of the Italian Riviera — quieter than Portofino but more poetic and mystical, which is why many writers and artists historically gravitated there. Spend the day soaking in the rhythm of the Italian coastline.
Florence is one of the most romantic cities in the world and a perfect destination to continue the spirit of the retreat. Wander through Renaissance streets, visit the Duomo and historic piazzas, explore world-renowned art at the Uffizi Gallery, and end your day watching the sunset over the Arno River from Piazzale Michelangelo.
Please note: coordination for post-retreat travel is not included. We hope you enjoy the freedom and fun of designing your own Italian adventure!
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