FAMILY NATURE RETREAT IN UMBRIA
July 12-19, 2025
With a combination of yoga, daily childcare and kids' activities, nature walks, swimming in the pool, deep relaxation, optional massage and delicious meals, every cell in your body will feel
nurtured and nourished.
- Feel vibrant energy return to you
- Receive time and space for your own thoughts and desires
- Get outside the routine and ordinary
- Share unforgettable moments with your children
- Reconnect with those you love
All this, in the gorgeous Italian countryside, with fresh local food made for you, and grounding movement practices to restore your spirit. Local excursions and learning opportunities,
based in a classic Umbrian villa.
Be with Dana and Michael, and a small cadre of like-minded families. You want to see the world with your kids, but also need a break from parenting sometimes.
EARLYBIRD PRICING TILL FEBRUARY 17th!
Sanctuary, Healing & Calm
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In Umbria, we will be surrounded by green, inviting you and your family back into a natural state. To live with the cycles of Mother Earth, to breathe fresh air and eat organic, seasonal foods. The rooms reflect the five elements- Earth, Water, Fire, Air & Spirit, as well as Moon & Sun. This is a place to honor the sacredness of Nature and come back to your most natural Self.
Imagine a week in a beautiful, peaceful setting- the "Green Heart of Italy" - where you get to be a whole person, not just a parent. And your kids will have a fantastic time, with regular daily activities created with them in mind. Share moments with them, and have time just for you.
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We're reclaiming our peace, shifting from a cup-half-empty mentality to one of abundance. We're here to support you as you tap into your resources: resilience, strength and new connections.
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To top it off, you'll have access to bonus experiences, and guided visits to incredible regional sites of nature and history.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
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Seven nights' lodging
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Three meals a day with fresh, organic seasonal produce
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Daily childcare and activities for kids
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Travel planning assistance and support with Dana
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Daily yoga, creative practices and more
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Gentle nature hikes and experiences
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Access to pool and beautiful landscaped grounds
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Welcome ritual and farewell ceremony
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ADDITIONAL OFFERINGS
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Excursions to historic towns and learning opportunities
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Massage and wellness with local providers
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One-on-one yoga and movement classes
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Consultations to plan your next Italian travels with Dana
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THE LOCATION
Nestled in the lush hills of raw Umbrian nature, just outside the picturesque medieval town of Todi, at the very end of a country road, surrounded by oak forest and stillness...
you will find Tara Nature Retreat.
A tranquil location with stunning views that allows for full immersion into Nature, providing peace and natural beauty to renew your body, mind, and soul.
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Co-founders, Caroline and Timothy, offer a deeply personal experience that draws on their joint experience of curating yoga retreats and festivals for the past decade. They now call this paradise home and have created a retreat centre with heart.
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It is an eco-friendly environment that respects Mother Nature
and strives for a sustainable future.
THE TEAM
DANA SAYLOR, CO-LEADER
I'm an artist, historian, preservation advocate and event planner. In 2016, an art/history residency outside of Florence changed my trajectory and led me toward collaborations I couldn't have imagined. Now, I've organized five wellness and creativity retreats and my passion for all things Italian has only grown.
My cousins in Lazio south of Rome have helped me stay connected to my heritage, and I am so excited to share this beautiful place with you.
We've planned this retreat with you in mind, and selected our teachers and venue with great care. We look forward to spending quality time with you.
MICHAEL SCHENKEL, CO-LEADER
I'm inspired by nature's boundless diversity, which began in Scouts -- hiking and camping all over the Midwest and Southern U.S. I have maintained my CPR and lifeguard certifications, which gives me confidence in unexpected situations.
I have Sicilian heritage, and I speak Italian well. I've shared many memorable trips around this beautiful country with Dana, our family and friends.
I approach life as a creative process, through the window of an analytical mind. I've been honing my skills in guitar and stringed instrument building for over 15 years, using reclaimed materials to craft instruments with unique stories.
My love for music and connection to the communities I inhabit drives my lutherie practice. My experiences in songwriting and yoga retreats have enriched my holistic approach, blending mindfulness with artistic expression.
My favorite quote, "All the steps of my life have carried me here, now," embodies my belief in our journeys' significance.
CAROLINE & TIM, YOGA TEACHERS/
TARA NATURE RETREAT FOUNDERS
We are Caroline and Timothy, life partners and co-creators of Tara Nature Retreat. We are dedicated to re-building a world of kindness, clarity, and sustainability, and believe this path begins with changing the personal, inner dialogue we all have within ourselves.
We believe in walking our talk and sharing authentically from the heart. We believe real transformation begins with acting upon a vision for a better world, and the founding and caretaking of Tara Nature Retreat is us living our values.
PLAN A FAMILY TRIP WHERE YOU CAN ACTUALLY ENJOY YOURSELF
Our retreat in Umbria, Italy will check all the boxes:
The chance to show up for yourself, give your kids the gift of international travel, and an opportunity to see a special part of the world that you might not otherwise visit. It's a worthwhile investment.
Built for all experience levels, this retreat is priced by type of room- shared or private. Paying an initial non-refundable deposit of $450 per person will lock in your rate and hold your space.
EARLYBIRD RATES TILL FEBRUARY 17th!
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Dana Saylor
315-525-7474
dana@danasaylor.com
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