Carefully crafted and uniquely structured 7-day residential program designed for very small groups of people wanting to reconnect with themselves and nature and experience the rural countryside simple living in Italy.
Dear Say Ciao Friends,
Thank you for your interest in our unique Simple Living Program. For us, this beautiful journey began a year ago when we left the comforts and conveniences of the noisy city life and embraced the Simple Living lifestyle in the Italian countryside, in the Abruzzo region in Corvara.
As you know, since the beginning we have been documenting and sharing our lives in narrated stories on YouTube as we discover the essence of Simple Living and its transformative powers. In addition, witnessing actual transformations not only in ourselves, but also in those who have had the opportunity to come and stay with us for a few days, has made us realize that no matter how much we try, there is so much more that can never be transmitted through the Internet.
Now we are opening the doors of our home to those who wish to experience firsthand the simplicity of living surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of rural Italy.
We have carefully crafted a uniquely structured residential program for very small groups of people who want to reconnect with themselves and nature, and experience the simplicity of living in rural Italy in our vintage home in Corvara.
We want to emphasize one thing. This is not like a typical vacation filled with overcrowded tourist spots, fancy hotels, and poor-quality food, after which you return home more exhausted and frustrated than before the trip. Instead, it’s an opportunity for you to come and spend quality time close to nature, get to know the true essence of Italian countryside living, invest in your personal wellbeing, and rediscover what truly brings fulfillment to your life.
This program is an opportunity for you to:
- get to know us and our way of living firsthand;
- visit and experience the Italian countryside in the mountains, from the local’s perspective;
- experience what it means to live a simple life and what impact it has on your life;
- taste the real Italian food as it has been made in Italian families for generations;
- discover the essence of traditional Italian food and learn how to make classical dishes;
- get to know the process of making traditional Italian fresh products;
- reconnect with nature by outdoor activities, walks, and games;
- reconnect with yourself by having moments of silence and peacefulness, and evening meditations;
- learn a set of practices that will enhance your body, mind, emotions, and energies;
- embrace moments of inner discomfort and have the opportunity to actively cross your comfort zone by involvement;
- declutter your mind by consciously putting aside personal devices and practicing digital detox.
You will stay and live in our home, sharing the spaces with us and other participants.
We will cook together, eat together, be involved in a variety of activities together, meditate together, and explore the Italian countryside simple living together as one small community.
During the program, we want you to absorb as much as you can, equip yourself with certain essential principles and tools, and apply them in your day-to-day life.
Be one of the few to experience our unique program. There are only a few spots available for the upcoming dates.
There are only 3 steps ahead of you.
The first is the application form, which will help you understand the program structure and requirements, and allow us to get to know you better.
In the second step, we will process your application and send you an email with your application status.
In the third step, if your application is successful, we will send you a payment link, and by completing the payments you will secure your spot in the program.
Your next vacation can change the course of your life!
We are excited to see you soon, and if there is anything specific you would like to know in advance, please check the FAQ below or feel free to email us at [email protected]
Say Ciao to Simple Living!
Lukasz, Tatiana, Mamma Marina and Sergio
Program date:
13-20 July 2024
Program fee:
1480 euro
Program location:
Corvara (PE), Italy
Limited spots avalible
Sold Out
Program date:
10-17 August 2024
Program fee:
1760 euro
Program location:
Corvara (PE), Italy
Limited spots avalible
Sold Out
Words will not transmit the real experience of the program but at least it will give you an idea of what is awaiting here for you.
We will get up early in the morning and start the day with a series of energizing guided practices that will prepare us for an exciting day ahead. A freshly made Italian breakfast with the aroma of delicious coffee will be waiting for us on the table outside.
Immediately after, we will drive to a nearby farm to visit a local traditional producer of fresh Italian cheeses, where we will experience the true taste of mozzarella and ricotta and learn the process of making these delicious local treasures. When we return home, we will make our pasta with the fresh cheese we brought and our organic olive oil.
Then, after a little rest, we will enjoy being in the garden, playing games and having a great time together. When the sun begins to set behind the mountains, the irresistible taste of pizza baked in our handmade oven will call us for dinner, which we will enjoy on the patio.
Later in the evening we will sit together and share our impressions and insights from the day. We will end the day with a guided meditation to improve our mental clarity, focus, stability, peace, and well-being. Afterwards, we go to bed for a good rest, to be ready for the following exciting day.
Get up to 30% off on your registration!
- 10% off for our Patreon or YouTube Members.
- 20% off for both of you, when you register with an accompanying person.
You can combine both discounts for maximum savings!
Program date:
13-20 July 2024
Program fee:
1480 euro
Program location:
Corvara (PE), Italy
Limited spots avalible
Sold Out
Program date:
10-17 August 2024
Program fee:
1760 euro
Program location:
Corvara (PE), Italy
Limited spots avalible
Sold Out
We are located in Corvara, province of Pescara, Abruzzo region, Italy. We will provide you with the exact program location in the next steps of the registration process.
There are two major international airports in Rome and a smaller international airport in Pescara.
The airports in Rome are very well connected to Pescara by train and bus.
We can pick you up from Pescara airport or Pescara’s main railway station at 12:00 CET (noon) on the first day of the program, for an additional fee of 50 euro.
We will pick up all participants at the same time in Pescara and it will not be possible to pick you up at different times.
You will stay in our home for the entire duration of the program.
Shared accommodation is provided, with separate bedrooms for men and women, and a shared bathroom.
If you participate to the program with your spouse, please note that you will not be able to have separate accommodation.
Yes, we will travel by car to explore the local area.
Yes, if he/she meets the minimum age criteria. Please specify your preference to participate with an accompanying person, during the registration process. Please note that there are only 4 places available for men and 4 for women per program, and the accompanying person needs to complete a separate registration process.
Unfortunately, due to the nature of the program, it is not possible to participate with a pet.
The program is open to adults over the age of 18.
No. Full participation is required for the entire duration of the program.
The program consists of organized activities for most of the time, with a minimum of free time available to you. So if you need to work, even for a minimum amount of time during this period, this program is not suitable for you. You will be able to register for future programs when your availability is full.
For the programs in July and August: usually this period is very hot in Italy, so please bring light, comfortable clothes such as trousers, jeans, T-shirts, sleeved shirts, blazers and pullovers, preferably in natural fabrics such as cotton and linen, comfortable shoes suitable for walking or light trekking and walking in the garden. We will provide you with a list of guidelines to help you bring the necessary clothing and avoid over-packing.
Laundry facilities are not available and you will need to bring the necessary clothing for your entire stay. We will provide you with a list of guidelines to help you bring just the right amount of clothing and avoid over-packing.
You will need to bring all your medication with you for the duration of the program.
Throughout the program, most of the meals will be vegetarian (including dairy products and eggs), comprising breakfast, lunch and dinner. In some occasions there will be a few additional meat-based dishes that are typical of the region. Due to the nature of the program, we may not be able to provide additional meals to suit individual requirements.
Yes, but it is encouraged to keep communication to a minimum during this time so that you and the other participants can focus on the program agenda.
Yes, it is possible to stay for an extra night after the program. You can select this option in the registration form.
For any additional questions feel free to contact us at [email protected]
Program date:
13-20 July 2024
Program fee:
1480 euro
Program location:
Corvara (PE), Italy
Limited spots avalible
Sold Out
Program date:
10-17 August 2024
Program fee:
1760 euro
Program location:
Corvara (PE), Italy
Limited spots avalible
Sold Out