“Italian Reset” Retreat
Restore your energy and rediscover your joy through movement, food, and mindfulness.
October 7th - 12th, 2026 | Puglia, Italy
OVERVIEW
Join us in the rolling hills of Puglia, Italy — a region that captures the essence of slow living, stunning coastal charm, and soulful simplicity. Nestled between olive groves and the sparkling Adriatic, Ottolire Resort is a hidden gem where ancient tradition meets refined modern luxury.
This retreat is designed as a gentle exhale — a place to pause, reset, and reconnect to what truly matters. Through daily yoga, mindfulness workshops, soulful meals, and curated excursions to some of Puglia’s most breathtaking villages, you’ll rediscover joy in the present moment and leave feeling restored — in mind, body, and spirit. We are thrilled to spend an entire day in Matera - which is iconic in many ways. It’s the 3rd oldest city in the world and the location of many famous film productions including “Passion of the Christ”, “Wonder Woman” and “James Bond 007.” The theme for this retreat is “La Dolce Vita” — The Sweet Life. Each day invites you to slow down and savor your surroundings.
WHY PUGLIA?
Puglia is Italy’s soulful south — with a traditional, laid-back Italian lifestyle where each city has it’s own unique flavor. This is a place where time slows down, and where life is celebrated Italian style. Known for its whitewashed towns, turquoise coastline, orecchiette pasta, focaccia, and world-class olive oil, it’s a region that invites you to live fully.
HOTEL
Ottolire Resort — Luxury in the Heart of Puglia. Located between the fairytale towns of Alberobello and Locorotondo, Ottolire Resort is a five-star boutique property set amid whitewashed trulli homes, stone pathways, and sun-soaked terraces. The resort combines rustic Apulian architecture with modern design — a peaceful oasis featuring a full spa, infinity pool, and organic farm-to-table restaurant.
CUISINE
We will be delighting in the wonders of Italian cuisine at prime spots throughout Puglia. While at the resort, we will dine at Ottolire’s well known “Michelin Guided” restaurant. Originating from the deep roots of the Apulian culinary tradition, the restaurant elevates each dish with the best European cuisines. Sustainability, quality and seasonality of products are at the core of their culinary philosophy, guaranteeing an authentic and refined gastronomic experience. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
5 nights at a 5 star (Michelin guided) luxury hotel in Locorotondo, Puglia.
Daily breakfast, lunch*, and dinner featuring local, seasonal cuisine
Day excursions to Alberobello, Monopoli, and Matera
Private cooking class & olive oil tasting
Daily yoga led Jennifer Petty - gentle vinyasa flow, restorative movement & reflective meditation. All levels welcome.
Guided Intention Setting Sessions with Melissa
Soulful Living Workshops with Laina - guided visualizations, journaling & group conversation.
Access to the spa, pool, and wellness facilities
Optional beach day & fireside chats
Daily housekeeping and Wi-Fi
Group transfers to and from Bari airport or Brindisi Airport
*Note: Lunch is included while on excursion. During free time at the hotel, lunch is at your leisure by the pool or restaurant!
NOT INCLUDED
Airfare
Alcohol
Spa services & Gratuities
SAMPLE ITINERARY:
Day 1 – Arrival & Settle In. Welcome to Ottolire! Arrive early to unwind, meet your hosts, and enjoy a light welcome aperitivo before an intention-setting session to kick off the week.
Day 2 – Resort & Spa Day. Ease into your retreat with morning yoga, a mindful journaling workshop, and a private cooking class. Spend the afternoon at the spa or lounging by the pool.
Day 3 – Alberobello & Monopoli. Explore the iconic Trulli homes of Alberobello and stroll the seaside streets of Monopoli. Expect gelato, a seaside lunch, boutique shops, and laughter under the Italian sun.
Day 4 – Matera Adventure. A full-day cultural immersion in Matera — the ancient cave city carved into limestone cliffs. Guided tour, lunch, and reflection dinner under the stars back at Ottolire.
Day 5 – Beach or Relaxation Day. Flow through a creative yoga practice, then enjoy a free afternoon by the beach or pool. The evening closes with music, stargazing, and connection around the fire.
Day 6 – Closing Ritual & Departure. A gentle morning of reflection, gratitude, and integration before departures.
*(Subject to slight adjustments due to unforeseen travel disruptions.
MEET YOUR RETREAT HOSTS - Where leadership meets life & wellness meets purpose.
Laina Florio
Laina Florio is a Transformational Life Coach and Consultant who helps clients live with greater authenticity, clarity, and purpose. After 18 years climbing the corporate ladder, she realized that true success comes from within—not from titles or societal expectations.
In 2010, she left corporate life to embark on a spiritual quest through the Himalayas, a journey that inspired her to pursue a Master’s in Spiritual Psychology and an advanced degree in Consciousness, Health, and Healing. Since then, she’s trained in other transformational modalities, and created *Soulful Living* - her coaching modality guiding clients through personal and spiritual growth.
Today, Laina divides her time between Mexico, New York, California, Florida, and Italy—leading international retreats, workshops, and one-on-one coaching designed to help others awaken to their most aligned and purposeful lives.
Melissa Smith
Melissa Smith is a wife, mom, entrepreneur, and corporate executive turned life and leadership coach. Life has taught her the power of presence and perspective. She lost her brother in a car accident at 25, her mother to cancer when her daughter was just two, and most recently, her father. Those moments changed everything — reminding her how precious time is and how important it is to live with intention.
For more than two decades, she has led teams across the country as a VP of Training & Development in the construction industry, helping leaders grow, connect, and thrive. Her journey — shaped by loss, resilience, and leadership — fuels her mission to help others find strength, empathy, and clarity in their own lives.
Today, she blends her corporate experience with holistic wellness through The Hale Life, Hale Bone Broth, and her work with Hope + Hale Retreats and Girl Gang — immersive experiences all designed to help people reconnect to what matters most: health, purpose, and community.
Jen Petty
Jen is a RYT500 yoga instructor, Reiki I practitioner, and lifelong runner dedicated to helping women find balance, strength, and calm. After 25 years in the corporate world, she shifted into wellness full-time, bringing decades of experience in yoga, marathons, Pilates, Barre, strength training, and mindfulness to her teaching.
Grounded and goal-oriented, Jen inspires others to build healthy, sustainable habits both on and off the mat. She loves nature, cooking, and time with her husband, two teens, and their Golden Retrievers. Her classes blend movement, breath, and mindset—creating space for clarity, connection, and renewal.
ACCOMODATIONS:
All rooms are uniquely designed and equipped with comfort and attention to detail. Designer furnishings, including antique fabrics, reproduce typical local materials in a completely modern version. Click here for more photos and a detailed description of each room type. NOTE: If your preferred room type is sold out, please reserve the standard room and contact us with your preferred room type, and we will put you on a waitlist. It is possible other room types will open up.
Standard Single Room $4200
(4 AVAILABLE)
Superior Single Room $4500
(SOLD OUT)
Deluxe Single Room $4800
(SOLD OUT)
Executive Plus Room $4400 pp
(Shared 2 Bedroom w/ shared bath. Private courtyard and jacuzzi)
(SOLD OUT)
Executive Single $4900
(SOLD OUT)
TRAVEL INFORMATION:
Nearest Airports: Bari (BRI) and Brindisi (BDS)
Group transportation is included to/from the resort on arrival (Oct 7) and departure day (Oct 12) during select time frames.
Each guest will received a Welcome Packet after registration. Please refer to the welcome packet for travel tips before booking your airfare
REGISTRATION:
Get ready to sip, stretch, and savor life the Italian way. Space is limited to 12 guests for an intimate & personalized experience!
The registration button below will direct you to Melissa’s website. Melissa uses a secure payment platform. Complete Terms & Conditions are available on her site.
Prices listed are per person. An $800 deposit will reserve your space. The balance due will be on August 7th, 2026 (60 days before retreat commencement).
All guests will receive a Welcome Packet upon registration which will guide you further.
Questions? Feel free to book a call with Laina using this link. Select the retreat inquiry option. https://meetme.so/LainaFlorio
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