Gloria Coppola
~Soul- Cations has an indulgent Escape to Italy ~
Customized with you in mind
June 18th- 27th, 2024
Arrive as strangers ~ Leave as Friends
Arrive as strangers - Leave as Friends
Share your love for beauty and the spirit of adventure with others who don't want to wait anymore
Our destination ~ LeMarche, Italy ~ you'll find rolling hills, charming hilltop towns, and stunning beaches on the Adriatic coast.
Is your passport screaming for a new stamp?
If you are looking for an exciting destination in Italy, priceless finds, charming medievel villages....
and
Have the time of your life
Laugh with like minded, creative and Soul-filled travelers
Have someone plan it all for you,
down to the last detail!
Then make sure you register for this unique opportunity now.
This luxurious and renaissance treasure awaits you.
It's an intimate retreat that will always sells out quickly.
~Arrive in the SeaPort town of Ancona ~
~3 nights accommodations~
~Relax from your travels ~
~Enjoy beautiful sunsets & a day at the beach~
Meet us here for a sunset, a drink & snacks
Seeport Hotel ~ Ancona, Italy
Our Private Chauffeur will pick us up and take us to Montelparo
From the City to the Sea ~ An Authentic Experience Awaits
Imagine
Picture yourself on the terrace after you check in to your luxurious room
Sipping Prosecco, a glass of wine or an espresso
Tasting fresh pastries
upon your arrival
A welcome gift
Laughing with new friends
Toasting to Life!
A wonderful gourmet welcome dinner!
A medieval town that will charm you for
7 nights at Boutique Hotel Leone
I want one of those last rooms available please
There is an air of old world charm
that exists in this region with very impressive mountains
and a bold and exquisite coastline.
Enjoy an evening stroll
The charming town has a local bar and moonlit nights with stars gazing back at you.
Magical inspiration
This is when the whispers from spirit bring your attention to an old world charm, the lifestyle of local families, a remembrance of a time when things were slower, more relaxed filled with laugher, music, and fun.
Luxury and comfortable full size rooms with your private bathroom and spa amenities
Each room designed uniquely
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ROOMS INCLUDE
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Tea and coffee making facilities
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Pool towels
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Bathrobe
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Duck Island luxury mandarin and bergamot toiletries
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Heated towel rail
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Hairdryer
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Safety deposit box
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Flat-screen TV
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Free internet access
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Air-conditioning
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Heating
Cuisine ~ Yes many meals are included too
I learned a long time ago:
feed the body, nourish the soul.
Breathe in the mouth-watering aromas floating from the numerous restaurants, coffee bars, bakeries, and farmers’ markets.
You'll be enticed by an array of delectable treats throughout your journey- beginning with our welcome gathering when you arrive.
Awaken your culinary genius Expert chefs will share their secrets and teach us how to make pizza! Can you spin that dough or will it drop on your face? A fun hands-on experience.
From the sumptuous breakfast in the courtyard with freshly baked pastries, homemade bread, and gorgeous illy coffee, pre-dinner drinks on the terrace through to an a la carte evening meal in the vaulted ceiling restaurant or under the stars in the courtyard – you are well catered for.
The entire philosophy of our cooking is centered around local foods and native culinary traditions.
Our chefs believe that part of being healthy and well is eating fresh local foods made with love.
You will experience authentic recipes to appreciate the aromas, flavors, and wholeness of local tradition.
The meals included at Hotel Leone are created and cooked on the premises and they use local suppliers, whenever they can, to obtain the best ingredients.
You will have the opportunity to also experience other local cafe during our excursions
at your leisure.
Let's have cappuccino together ~ Ready to hear more?
Activities ~ Beaches, Boats and More!
A slice of paradise
The town of Porto San Giorgio is the beachfront of the provincial city of Fermo with miles of golden sandy beaches, restaurants, cafes, ice cream shops, and bars.
The lovely towns perched high on the cliffs where we can stop for photos, for a stroll, an ice cream, lunch, and a cool breeze on a hot day.
Enjoy a sound healing session on the beach especially for our private group
Private Boat Trip
A divine escape floating on the Adriatic Sea after your day at the beach.
Enjoy the views of the cliffs, lounge, snacks an drinks included
Dance if you like.
As the sun goes down, our day
comes to a close.
Our driver will take us back to Hotel Leone for a relaxing evening or a night time swim in the pool
Beautiful Ascoli Piceno ~ Home of the Piceno Stuffed Olives
A full day excursion ~ private driver ~trolley tour, shopping & Lunch
~Explore Montelparo ~ We are not done yet~
My Grande Finale Retreat is Phenomenal
A Taste of Marche
Enjoy a ride through the countryside with our private driver
Rolling hills, vineyards and olive groves are in abundance in Marche
A wine & cheese tasting tour highlights this excursion.
Walking Tour of Montelparo
Our guests love the quaint town with cobblestone streets, friendly locals, small shops and antiquities.
A private guide will acquaint of with the history and take us into the old church and museum.
Feel free to roam day or evening for a lovely stroll on Free time provided
Meet me at the Big Old Tree
where locals gather for story telling time one afternoon.
Master the art of Pizza Making
Create your own gourmet pizza for lunch
Be sure to enjoy a meal at this charming local restaurant Il Gufo ~ It's delicious
My promise to you
You will experience your life through a delicious journey that captures your heart and soul in a magical way.
I guarantee you will be writing about your experiences from a world of pleasure, romance and deeper purpose.
I will be supporting you, coaching you, and helping you gain the confidence to complete a new chapter of your life.
It will prompt future adventures, insights, and gifts you bring to the world. You will have fun!
Safety and security are absolutely key, but we don’t let fear lead us.
You will have time to paint, journal or if you choose and relax too!
I promise this VIP investment will enhance your life in ways you have never imagined.
We say a prayer to our inner-goddess, and treat ourselves and our sisters like princesses
We remain grateful for the opportunity knowing how few people in the world have the means to travel.
Inspiration to live with more pleasure and purpose is waiting for you!
Perhaps you will even write a best selling book!
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3 nights accommodations in Ancona, Italy at the Seeport Hotel
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Ground transportation to the beach for the day with beach umbrella and chair rental included
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Private chauffeur pick up in Ancona on the 21st to Hotel Leone in Montelparo.
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Lodging: 7 nights single with luxurious boutique accommodations
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Meals: Daily breakfast, seasonal fruits, local pastries, beverage
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5 lunches and 4 dinners (including an authentic local farm-style Italian dinner. Nonna is cooking!
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All ground transportation for our excursions.
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Creative journaling exercises/coaching and prompts to experience your cultural retreat with new eyes. You will be writing home about your travels in a new way.
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A 30 min. personal coaching session with Gloria in Italy and a 1 hour session after the excursion to review your writing.
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Fun cooking class! Learn how to make Pizza! Yes, you will get tips from the chef and create your own.
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Relax poolside or at the beach along the Adriatic Coastline
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Community: Fabulous relationship building, brainstorming ideas, and lots of fun and laughter.
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Excursions Include transportation and fees:
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Taste of Le Marche - An experience visiting and tasting cheeses, and local wines.
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Ascoli Piceno- Trolley ride to learn about the region. 2 hours free time to explore the town, museums, shops, etc.
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Cafe Melitti - Light Lunch included (Where Hemingway met up with his friends - storytelling time)
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Airport transfers from Ancona, Italy round trip.
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A detailed itinerary
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Learn a little Italian along the way with us.
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Entry fees to sites
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Always a surprise!
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Welcome Dinner
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A lovely welcome gathering and a special gift as we embark upon our creative and fun journey together.
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VIP package Inclusive
Grande Finale Italy Retreat - My last one!
Enjoy single occupancy and privacy
2 ROOMS AVAILABLE
ALL OF THIS AND A FEW EXTRA SURPRISES FOR ONLY
Single $7495/pp
My Grande Finale Retreat to Italy!
Write home about your experience! It will make others
feel like you are a professional writer!
You are going to love it all!
Benefits of writing/journaling on your retreat
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Dream bigger in your own life
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See the world with new vision and insights
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Express yourself so photos come alive when you look back at them months or years later
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Tap into your intuition to guide your life clearer by awakening your senses
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Complete a chapter in a book you may decide to publish one day
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Surprise yourself - you are more gifted than you realized
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Gain inspiration you were not searching for - or at least you didn't start out that way
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Traveling and writing open you to new direction in life
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Have Fun
What's not included
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Your round trip airfare from home to Italy
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Any wine or adult beverages you purchase
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Gratuities for the driver, tour guide, waiters, etc.
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Souvenir shopping, personal phone calls, extra events and services at the spa, etc.
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Some meals are not included. Refer to the itinerary.
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Personal, medical, or trip cancellation insurance (required)
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Any extra activities you choose to do in your free time - transportation is not included
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Extended travel time.
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Please NOTE: no recreational drugs are allowed and we ask that you limit your consumption of alcohol so everyone can experience a delightful excursion. You will be excused if there are any issues pertaining to this without a refund.
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Thank you.
Free time
Journal Time
Find your little nook to let your imagination take you on a journey.
Pool Time
Enjoy an evening swim under the stars.
Relaxation Time
Book a massage or facial
Time to stroll
Enjoy the lovely grounds and town of Montelparo, Italy. Explore the local lifestyle.
CONTACT
Book your arrival flight to land in Italy at the Ancona airport (Direct from Munich) on Lufthansa Airlines
. Our travel concierge will handle all your details so you arrive with our group and provide ground transportation to and from the airport.
PLEASE REMEMBER the time difference. If you are traveling from the US you must book your flight a day ahead on the 6th.
If you are extending your visit, please make your own arrangements or I can direct you to a travel concierge.
To avoid confusion, please schedule your travel arrangements with
Airline tickets with me or my travel advisor.
You will receive any additional necessary information upon completing your Registration, including liability release forms.
As with all international travel, it is recommended you purchase travel insurance.
Please scroll down to read the cancellation policy.
Feel free to contact me for details on the writing workshop
Let's chat!
I want to provide you personal service so you are pleased with your trip!
Go get your passport!
Get ready to practice Italian in a land of passion!
We'll have fun each step of the way.
You'll enjoy experiencing the culture from many perspectives !
We are excited to welcome and guide you to bring more love into your life
Benevenuto!
I have a love affair with Italy!
I'm so passionate, well I am Italian! I love helping others enhance their life and reach their full potential as well as their dreams!
It would be my pleasure to guide you on this delicious Soul FULL journey to become the author of your own life. Perhaps even publish a short story or book in the future.
I've been a transformational soul purpose coach for nearly 30 years, and hosting retreats for 16 years! Travel has provided me so much clarity in life: helping me grow and lifting the veil of illusion. Currently, I am also providing story development coaching to help new writers express themselves better.
Visiting Italy at the age of 17 provided me the opportunity to shift my perception of reality. I realized I had to explore more! I gained such an appreciation for my adventurous side and realized I had courage. Can you believe I jumped off a moving train while a young man proposed to me in Italian? I sometimes wonder where this adventure could have led me had I stayed on that train in Florence a long time ago.
Returning to Italy a few years ago, with my cousin to find the history of our genealogy, we laughed, learned to enjoy life in the moment, and took cooking classes. This was a highlight of our trip creating delicious food that nurtured our souls in the process. Finding some distant cousins who welcomed us into their lives with open arms made us feel at home. Last year I explored Milan, Torino and drove myself to Verona and found out I have a love affair with Italy.
I found Joy in this culture and it lifted my depression many years ago ~ because who could be sad when you attract what you love and write your own chapter in life ~ maybe even a book? I did!
Packing List
My motto: "travel light"
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A small to medium size suitcase that rolls * 22 inch is perfect
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Avoid heavier, larger suitcases. You won't be happy, trust me
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Casual, comfortable clothing
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Bathing suit
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A nice dress or two
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Personal hygiene needs
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Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers
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Ear plugs, just in case you need them
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An extra 'small' carry on backpack or tote for your souvenirs
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Vitamins and/or daily medications
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A travel journal, camera, and extra batteries
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An open heart and open mind
You will receive a complete check list once you are registered and paid to make travel easier.
Testimonials
"Traveling with Gloria is always an inspiring and magnificent journey.
She is a truly gifted retreat leader. Her passion for travel and for
guiding and coaching people shine through like a brilliant sun in all
that she does. Unique, beautiful places that are out of the way and
not commonly visited is one of the signature pieces of any retreat or
travel journey, along with deeply meaningful, spiritual,
energetic havens of peace and power. Gloria's retreats are deep
healing for body, mind and soul, inspiring creativity, igniting
passion and awakening purpose in those who attend. I have traveled
with Gloria many times now, and each time is better thanthe last." ~CLT
"I have owned and operated a retreat center on the Sunshine Coast of BC for over a decade. I have rarely come across a facilitator so powerfully graceful, inviting everyone's mastery to come out and be seen and celebrated. Gloria has a special way of embodying the compassion, kindness, strength and respect in whatever she shares. You have just discovered the pot of gold!" J. Field
"Gloria is compassionate and is full of wisdom. She will help you explore a deeper part of yourself and consider new ways in which to become the author of your own life. Gloria is the ultimate spirit guide" L. K.
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Your $1000 deposit (non-refundable) secures your space (see Covid Details below)
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. When you register I will book your room. All single occupancy beautiful rooms, comfortable & stunning views.
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Installment payments will begin January 10th, 2024 with balances due no later than 75 days prior to the retreat.
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Flight arrangements can be booked with your travel agent or my travel referral.
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Please check with me first so there is no confusion.
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Be sure you arrive no later than June 18, 2024
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(which means you must leave a day prior if traveling from the US) Luftsana air is recommended into Germany and then Ancona, Italy.
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Book 1 extra night in Ancona.
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Contact me for details
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You will be picked up with ground transportation in Ancona, Italy.
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If you want an extended vacation, you can make those arrangements
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Cancellation Policy
Covid Cancellation Policy and Booking Details
Any cancellation will result in a total loss of the $1000.00 USD non-refundable deposit
Airline tickets have to be paid in full at the time of the reservation with the travel concierge booking your flights.
You must arrive at Ancona, Italy Airport mid-afternoon.
A schedule will be provided once we know flight times.
If you arrive later you will be responsible for your own transportation to Hotel Leone. (it can cost approx $175.00 US)
Room reservations are made directly with Soul Cations for all accommodations are paid directly to Gloria Coppola aka Soul-Cations
.You will receive more information when you register. The deposit is non-refundable.
We will set up your payment plan.
We highly encourage you to secure travel insurance. Check to see if there are Covid Restrictions.
In the event there are any travel restrictions are implemented we will determine how to proceed accordingly.
You must have a valid passport up to 90 days before expiration or visa. Check your passport now.
Cancellations made after February 17th, 2024 will result in a 50% loss of the trip price, while any cancellations made thereafter will result in a total loss of funds.
There are no land refunds for partial travel. Cancellations on or after
April 17th, 2024 are not refundable. PLEASE have travel insurance.
All reservations made with Hotel Leone are 100% non refundable
We reserve the right to cancel the trip if it does not meet the minimum number of participants or if there are travel restrictions due to Covid; however,
if we do so your deposit and all other payments will be refunded in full.
Please be sure to get travel insurance immediately to cover any uncontrollable and unforeseen events, including mother nature.
All participants will receive a medical release form and are required to fill it out and return it to Gloria Coppola prior to the retreat. If you are on medications, please be sure to have a sufficient amount needed during your travels.
We reserve the right to change venues if some unforeseen circumstance requires us to do so.
We will be sure it's an equivalent or better venue.
Your personal arrangements for transportation and other travel services are not the responsibility of
Hotel Leone or
Gloria Coppola aka Soul-Cations LLL and will not be held liable for any personal injury, property loss, damages, or incidences arising out of your personal travel arrangements.
Furthermore, Gloria Coppola and her employees, the Seeport Hotel or Hotel Leone Owners are not responsible for inclement weather, political acts, or any "acts of God" or the shortening of a trip due to these occurrences. Nor are they responsible for airline or ground operator defaults or repayment of monies lost due to default. Nor are they responsible for lost luggage. Flight schedules and accommodations are subject to change at any time, though such changes are not anticipated.
No refunds will be made for changes beyond the control of
SoulCations retreats hosted by Gloria Coppola and Powerful Potential and Purpose publishing.
Trip cancellation insurance is always required whenever making travel plans.
You can use our suggested Travel Guard Insurance online and choose from several policy options.
Optional Extended 3 days In Florence with a private driver all day to tour the villages ~ Wine Tasting optional ~ 1 spot available
