Yoga in High Places
A Yoga Retreat in the Hills of Umbria, Italy
with Erin Fleming and Jolie Cash

Treat yourself to an amazing fall retreat with Erin Fleming and Jolie Cash in the beautiful setting of Umbria Italy. Locanda del Gallo, a 12th Century restored stone home, is tucked into the magnificent hills of Umbria's unspoiled Italian countryside. A stunning veranda wraps around the house encouraging a feeling of spaciousness and peace. This is the ideal place to retreat, renew, get inspired and revitalize your spirit. Bask in the spectacular sunsets of the Tiberina Valley and enjoy delicious healthy organic food - an intriguing mix of Sri Lankan and Italian cuisine, rich in genuine flavors: cold-pressed olive oil, aromatic herbs and vegetables straight from the gardens.

Each day includes both passive and vigorous styles of yoga with Erin and Jolie that will deepen your understanding of yoga, pranayama and meditation.

Just soaking up the postcard-perfect views of the Tiberina Valley is guaranteed to stir the soul. Give yourself the gift of this magnificent retreat either on your own or bring a friend.

Your day may unfold like this:

Afternoons off on Retreat: Visit nearby hill towns, hike the exquisite land, swim in the natural waterfall, get a massage or take a dip in the stunning infinity pool. Locanda De Gallo is now proud to announce their brand new spa, complete with a chlorine free hot tub and heated swimming pool. For the shopper in you, local goodies to savor include rich pressed olive oil, sweet balsamic vinegar, home cured olives, chocolates and wine. Local artisan studios feature cashmere weaving, and ceramics decorated with non-toxic paints.

Accommodations: Clean and elegant, the charming rooms at Locanda have Asian-influenced decor with exquisite reclaimed doors and carved hardwood furniture from Bali and Indonesia, soft cotton bedding, plush comforters and an at-home feeling. Bathrooms are gorgeous, with walk-in, glass-doored showers. All rooms have large windows that open up to stunning views of the Umbrian hillside.

COST:
Main Castle Double $1895
Main Castle Single $2295

Price includes elegant accommodations, three magnificent meals a day, and yoga instruction. Airfare/transportation//transfers, excursions, tips, massage are not included.

It is recommend to purchase travel insurance to protect your investment, should anything unexpected happen, such as illness, theft, emergency, etc. www.travelsecure.com.

Registration

Be sure to plan for this retreat EARLY! Register as soon as you can to reserve your space and to take advantage of the most favorable airfares to Europe!

Sign up by email or online: Please e-mail Erin at yogadeva@comcast.net. Scroll down below to pay online!
Questions? Feel free to contact Erin 415.272.9333 Or Jolie at 760.213.1110

Payment Policy: A $500 deposit will reserve your space. Deposit is refundable until May 1st. Balance is due 60 days before the retreat on July 1, 2008. Deposit and balance is non-refundable after May 1st unless YOU fill your place. We highly recommend that you protect your investment with travel insurance. To purchase travel insurance you can go to www.travelsecure.com or call (800) 873-9855.

Travel to Umbria
Our retreat begins September 27th with dinner and ends on October 4th after breakfast. Check out time is at noon. If you are coming from the States, purchase International tickets to either Rome or Perugia (via Milan or London). Perugia is the closest airport to Locanda. We recommend checking both options to see which gets you the best fare. Remember, because of the time difference, you must fly the day before (September 26th) in order to arrive in Italy by September 27th.

Flight Options:
To Perugia If you fly to Perugia via Milan or London, the Perugia airport is only 25 minutes from Locanda Del Gallo. However, the final leg (Milan-Perugia) can cost more, though not necessarily, so it is best to check. The cost of a cab from the airport is approximately 45 Euros one-way.

To Rome If you choose to fly to Rome, there are three ways to get to Perugia/Locanda. You can rent a car (or go in on a rental with another retreat participant) and it is about a 3 hour drive to Locanda. You can also take a train to Perugia. Perugia's main train station is Stazione Centrale. Check out rail schedules. The Italian State Railway Representative in the USA is 1-800-248-7245. The cost of a cab from the bus stop/train station is approximately 45 Euros one-way.

No previous yoga experience required. All levels welcome. Space is limited.