Beautiful Bologna Retreat co-led by Anne Bokma and Lisa Randall

Retreat - 7 Nights in Beautiful Bologna - May 2026 SOLD OUT

Write your story. Expand your perspective. Move your body. Nourish your spirit. A life-changing experience. A curated creative retreat for 14 women.

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Imagine a glorious getaway at an authentic centuries-old guesthouse in the magnificent rolling hills of a country property & winery just outside of Bologna, Italy.

Imagine a retreat experience that will allow you to connect with your creativity, nourish your mind and body, find your voice and feel seen, heard and inspired in the company of other like-minded women.

Imagine a retreat that is specially curated with your needs in mind, led by seasoned leaders, where every detail has been taken care of so that you don’t have to worry about a thing.

Now imagine that this retreat takes place in glorious Italy, the land of art, passion, fine food and timeless beauty. Your Italian escape awaits.

“The name of Italy has magic in its very syllables." — English novelist Mary Shelley (1797-1851)

Writer Anne Bokma and actor/playwright Lisa Randall, both award-winning creators, invite you to rediscover your voice, invest in your next chapter and be supported in the company of an intimate, confidential and engaging group of women.

They are skilled retreat leaders who create a safe, supportive and confidential environment to feed your creative spirit, an environment where mutual respect and deep personal connections naturally flourish.

During our week together, you will be guided in inspirational memoir teaching and life-sustaining movement exercises (including daily morning yoga sessions). You will be nurtured in beautiful, soul-satisfying surroundings with delicious meals and the company of a caring community of fellow retreat participants. This is a week that will help increase your capacity for resilience, joy, movement and creativity.

Your retreat experience includes:

7 nights accommodation at Al di là del Fiume (“Beyond the River”) guesthouse

Daily memoir writing workshops with Anne and creative exploration workshops with Lisa

Guided group transport to and from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport

3 daily delicious and nutritious meals as well as snacks. Menus adapted for dietary preferences

Mindful morning yoga sessions

Private coaching session with Anne and Lisa

Closing ceremony of shared stories

Guided on-site wine tasting

Pasta making class & meal

Guided history hike

Special farewell dinner at nearby restaurant

Optional trip to Bologna city centre

Owner/staff on site to assist with additional excursions

Onsite laundry available

Internet available

Pre-retreat support for travel plans/booking flights

Zoom meeting with all participants prior to retreat

Group WhatsApp to connect with your fellow travellers and retreat leaders

Yoga mats supplied