Italy Sailing + Mindfulness Retreat

7 days of quiet sailing through Sardegna

June 8th — 15th, 2024

SOLD OUT!

Discover the tranquility of Sailing…

I facilitated my first “Sailing + Yoga Retreat” with Yoga Sailing Holidays in Croatia in 2019 and never looked back! Since then, I’ve facilitated a week in Greece, two weeks in Mallorca, Spain, and one week in Thailand. Italy is going to be my last hurrah as a sailor! I keep saying I’m done because these retreats are a lot of work for me, but every time I go I remember how incredibly magical a sailing adventure is and I want to do it again.

I am once again teaming up with Yoga Sailing Holidays AND my friend/coteacher/mentor, Kim Dastrup, to offer this amazing sailing experience based out of Sardinia. Sardinia is an outstanding playground for quiet sailing with numerous worldclass moorings sheltered from all winds. Whether you are looking for vibrant nightlife or authentic archaeological sites with picturesque villages, Sardinia has something to offer to all yacht enthusiasts sailing its coasts and venturing its lands. With our highly experienced skipper at the helm, you can sit back and savor the varied delights of this beautiful island and its famous “Emerald Coast”.

Throughout this adventure, you can expect a morning meditation with perhaps just a little bit of gentle, mindful movement each day — taught by either Kim or myself. After our morning meditation, we eat a delicious breakfast prepared on board by our hostess, then set sail for our daily swim stop, which includes some of the bluest, clearest water you've ever seen with magical caves, mountainsides, and cliffs towering over the water.

​As you sail through the Mediterranean on your private yacht, you have the freedom to relax as you please with a book, sun bathe, chat with your fellow retreat guests or learn to sail with your skipper. It’s an experience you will never forget!

TUITION

*THERE ARE ONLY 6 SPOTS AVAILABLE TOTAL

NO SINGLE OCCUPANCY unless you want to book your own cabin. I am not offering to find a roommate for you on this retreat. You must either sign up with a friend/partner/family member/close aquaintance OR pay {almost} double to have your own personal cabin.

All cabins are a SHARED BED situation. No bunks or separate beds available. It is very close quarters. Please consider all of this before requesting to book.

$2,700 per person for double occupancy (AFT CABIN) These cabins are situated on the rear part of the catamaran. The aft/master cabins are slightly larger and offer more cabin space, a large ensuite with WC and shower.

$2,600 per person for double occupancy (FORWARD CABIN) These cabins are situated on the front part of the catamaran. It's has a good sized bed and a large ensuite bathroom with WC and shower.

$5,000 per person Single Occ (FORWARD CABIN) Space is very limited on a boat so price for single occ goes up exponentially if you want your own cabin.

$500 deposit due upon booking

Your payment is due in full by February 1st, 2024. If not paid in full by March 1st, 2024 a $500 late fee will be added.

Please contact Katie Schiffgen for all inquiries and booking

katieschiffgen@me.com or 801-425-3446

Payment is accepted thru Venmo, PayPal, Zelle, CashApp, cash, or check, or card*

*Payment by card will incur a 3.5% processing fee

  • Venmo @Katie-Schiffgen

  • Paypal kt_calvie@hotmail.com

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There is a limited number of space on each boat, so book as far as you can in advance. Rooms are on a first come, first serve basis. 

What it includes:

  • Seven days accommodation on board your own luxury sailing yacht

  • DELICIOUS breakfast and lunch prepared fresh on board everyday (some dinners also included)

  • Daily mindfulness practice

  • Full crew: skipper, hostess, meditation instructor

  • Learn how to sail, free of charge

  • BYO alcohol on board

  • Take in the sights and relax as we sail the coast

  • Golden sunsets and sunrises like nothing you've seen before

  • A sky full of stars at night, with no light pollution

  • Always a small group on board (max 8 guests)

  • Fuel, water & port/marina charges

  • Tourism taxes

  • Yacht cleaning fee

What is does NOT include:

  • Airfare

  • Transfer to and from the marina

  • Dinners

  • Tips (about $200 per person suggested at the end of the trip)

  • If fuel is used excessively (because we want AC at night) then we will each pitch in to help contribute to extra costs(no more than $50-$100 per person)

Itinerary

We will sail out of Olbia and, from there, stops around the island will be flexible and sometimes determined by weather. We will discuss the options as a group the day before, and choose whatever seems best based on all variables. If there is somewhere you really want to visit, let your captain know!!

THE BOAT

The Lagoon 42 has a silhouette that is elegant and simple with its new flowing curves. While keeping a family resemblance and retaining the main features of the latest generation of Lagoons, this catamaran shows off a unique visual identity with sleek curves and a groundbreaking single level cockpit.

The Lagoon 42 offers endless possibilities for an enviable on-water lifestyle.

Fulfil your desire for freedom. Let’s go!


Arrival and Departure

We will begin and end our sailing retreat in Sardinia, Italy. The port city we will be departing from is Olbia and the nearest airport is OLB.

We will board by around 3-5pm on 6/8/24 and get settled in.
We will disembark at around 8:30am on 6/15/24

Passport

All participants must have a valid passport. It must be valid for at least 6 months after your departure date. US citizens do not need a Visa as long as you are staying for less than 90 days.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Deposit is non-refundable.

Everything except your deposit will be refunded until February 1, 2024.

No refunds will be given after February 1, 2024. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Adults Only

This is intended to be an adults only retreat. Please no children under the age of 18.

Questions?

Please feel free to contact me with questions anytime! You can text or call me, or send me an email using the form below! If it is a question regarding the boat or sailing, it may be best directed to our skipper, Geoff Woodcock, who is the sailing expert!

Katie phone: 801.425.3446

Katie email: katieschiffgen@me.com

Geoff email: geoff@medsailingholidays.com