Imagine experiencing the authentic Italian way of life, the “dolce vita” in a charming restored Tuscan “borgo” from the 1600’s surrounded by rolling hills. It is called Borgo Tignano--a historic, rural residence in the picturesque Tuscan countryside. Wake up in the morning smelling freshly baked bread made daily in the old outdoor wood-fired oven of the borgo and enjoy a wonderful breakfast with fresh eggs from the local farm. Everything at the borgo is made with local vegetarian organic food based on the holistic concept of hospitality in which the cuisine takes the front row and is linked to the area and its products. At the borgo you can taste the extra virgin certified organic olive oil from their own olive groves and the “farro” from their own fields. Imagine drinking a glass of delicious Italian wine with your beloved on a panoramic terrace called la terrazza di Dante, viewing the sunset over olive groves and vineyards. Visitors here have called it a slice of heaven, off the beaten path, a peaceful oasis to restore your soul, immersed in nature but not too far from two beautiful towns: San Gimignano, known for its incredible towers and Volterra, known for its Etruscan culture and medieval streets. The light there is magical and the stars at night are magnificent! 

Each room has its own private bath; each is unique and different. Some share a kitchen and a small living room together--all with charming furniture and authentic Tuscan flair. 

The workshop will take place in a spacious panoramic room on top of a hill, a very tranquil, quiet environment made with the typical wood and stone and with big windows that will give you the feeling of being one with nature. 

You will have plenty of time in addition to the workshop to rest at the pool , enjoy the “dolce far niente” (sweetness of doing nothing) and explore the surrounding area.

Borgo Tignano is a convenient starting point for visiting some of the best known Tuscan cities such as San Gimignano, Volterra , Florence, Siena and Pisa.

Price per couple $3,450 nonrefundable. If you have to cancel after registering, you can attend any of our online Hold Me Tight® workshops at a future date.



NOTE THAT THIS WORKSHOP WILL BE IN ENGLISH.

What’s included:

- Hold me Tight workshop- all day on 6/15 and half day on 6/16 and 6/17

- Meals, lodging and free wifi.

- Authentic gourmet vegetarian Mediterranean meals are prepared daily by experienced chefs:

breakfast- lunch and dinner with organic regional products from the borgo farm and surrounding area

- Daily yoga class led by a certified yoga instructor

- Daily snacks throughout the workshop of fresh fruit and herbal teas

- Pool access and magnificent views of the Tuscan countryside

- Walks around the borgo including the small marble quarry and the natural water spring (at request you can have a picnic basket to take with you for lunch) and the historical rustic chapel of the borgo.

What’s not included:

- Flight to Florence, Rome, or Milan

- Transportation to the borgo from and to the airport (about 47 miles/1 hour and 30 minutes away from Florence-165 miles/ 3hours away from Rome and 224 miles/4 hours away from Milan- we recommend renting a car so that you can more easily visit the surrounding area and nearby towns while staying at the borgo).

- Beverages and drinks

Schedule:

- 5 days -4 nights 

- Arrival on 6/14 between 3PM and 6PM;  

- dinner at 7PM included

- 6/15: 8-9am breakfast; all day workshop starting at 9AM

- Lunch at 12:30 and dinner at 7PM

- 6/16 and 6/17:  8-9AM breakfast 9AM-12:30PM workshop lunch at 12:30 and afternoon free to explore and relax dinner at 7PM

- Departure on 6/18 8AM-11AM breakfast included