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CREATIVE & INSPIRING RETREATS FOR WOMEN IN SOME OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACES ON EARTH
You're a giver.
To your family. To your work. To your friends. To your community.
To continue to give, you must also receive.
This experience is designed to allow you to do just that. Enjoy the company of fellow women on their own personal journeys, all while soaking in the beauty Provence has to offer. If you're longing for inspiration, self-care time, adventure, or a mental break - One thing is for sure. You will leave this trip changed. We believe that sharing meals together leads to sharing our hearts. That sharing a bottle of red leads to sharing our fears. Illuminare provides a space attendees to look within ourselves & encourage our new friends, too. There is simply no better place on earth for a conversation like this one. Europe has a beautiful way of getting down deep into your soul & stirring alive passions you forgot were there. Of reigniting ideas & bringing a new perspective to our lives.
If you've been longing for clarity & inspiration in your life, this is for you.
It's time for you.
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This retreat truly was one of the best weeks of my whole life. Amanda really rolled out the red carpet for us attendees. Everything from the accommodations to the experiences to the personalized notes and gifts were all done with such attention to detail. I have never felt more pampered! I left the retreat with so much more clarity about how I want to live life and make others feel. I would 1000% recommend these retreats for any woman who needs a little blood pumped back into her veins. You will be astounded at how someone pouring into you will change your mind and heart.
-Kate
"We travel initially to lose ourselves...and we travel next to find ourselves."
what to expect
There's something about all 5 senses being engaged. Taking in the smells & the sights. Feeling the ancient cobblestone under your feet, hearing the chatter of locals in a boulangerie during their morning routine. And the tastes... we'll fill our bellies (and our souls) with locally sourced incredible food that can only be found in the South of France.
We will come home filled.
With experiences, with the love of a culture, with new friends, and with a renewed sense of self.
The South of France has drawn many into its beauty over the years. From artists & authors to Hollywood filmmakers, many have flocked to this region to draw inspiration & create something beautiful. If it’s inspiration you need, creativity you’re longing to have rekindled, or a relaxing escape into one of Europe’s most treasured lands - you’re sure to find it on this retreat. Join us as we explore the beauty of Provence during this retreat to the South of France.
Attendees can expect to enjoy a relaxed retreat, matching the energy of the region. We will head out to explore some of the local towns within Provence. Wandering the markets of picturesque towns like Saint-Rémy-de-Provence one day, and the next searching for a special something to take home from the best antique stores in France found in beautiful L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue. We'll also be sure to spend some R&R time at our stunning private accommodations - a 600 year manor house which was owned by the same noble family for centuries, and now our home for one glorious week.
Our retreat home has the perks of a boutique hotel, from daily housekeeping service to the amazing seasonal & handmade French cuisine lovingly made by our private in-house cooks. You can truly expect to be taken care of at every turn. We will be situated within a tiny Provençal village, enjoying quiet lingering mornings taking our breakfast under the sun, with the freedom to walk right out our front door to explore the quiet streets of a beautiful off-the-beaten-path town.
who is this retreat for?
Women from all walks of life who need a little time away, reconnecting with themselves while being in a picturesque setting. Retreat members are eager to make new connections/friends and are flexible/happy travelers. For this particular retreat, we will be doing a fair amount of walking through villages, but nothing strenuous.
What is the group size & when we will know who is joining us?
The group will include up to 14 participants, plus the host Amanda & retreat staff.
Approximately 4 months prior to the trip, a Facebook group will be created for our retreat members to get to know each other, ask questions & share more about themselves.
I have a special diet, can you accommodate?
On the application, you'll see a spot to let us know any diet needs you have & we will absolutely do our best to meet those at all meals. If you have specific concerns, please feel free to email with questions.
**If you have serious dietary restrictions, please email before registering with your specific needs so we can assess if this is the right retreat for you.
What are the accommodations like?
This stunning 600 year old manor house formerly owned by nobles will be our home for the week. 8 sprawling bedrooms throughout the property each have their own ensuite. Multiple living spaces are tucked throughout the manor house, allowing you to find a quiet place to curl up with a book or open a bottle of wine to share with a new friend (did I mention we have our own wine cellar & bar?). Additionally we have a few pools (all to ourselves) to dip our toes in, and plenty of outdoor garden space to enjoy. Top that off with a private cook just for us. It will be heaven.
Will we have wifi?
We will have wifi available for you within our retreat home so you can stay connected to your family & friends. If you'd like to have wifi on the go throughout the day as well and your cell provider doesn't offer this, please reach out and we'd be happy to help you arrange a personal hotspot.
how do i get there?
Our home is 30 minutes from various train stations (Avignon and Nîmes) and just over an hour drive from the Marseille airport. With the train system, you can even fly into Paris & be down at our home in just a few easy hours of transport. Have fun adding a few extra days onto your trip to explore a nearby city!
Should I be a wine drinker to enjoy this trip?
Great question! Some of our retreats are more wine focused than others. This trip will include some wine related stops (we're in an incredible part of incredible French Wine Country!) There will always be wine available at dinners and other times (did I mention we have a wine cellar on property?) You can absolutely enjoy this retreat in full without consuming alcohol, but it is good to note there will be some visits you may not enjoy as much as others.
How active is this retreat?
Each Illuminare Retreat is a little different than the next. For this retreat, we will leisurely stroll the streets of various villages. There will be some hilly areas, but nothing intense. Lots of resting will be done as well as perusing town at your own pace.
Any trip to Europe (if done right!) comes with a fair amount of walking, so comfortable shoes for exploring and ease of mobility is important. However, you certainly do not need to be in the best shape of your life to enjoy this retreat!
Once-in-a-lifetime experience
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Go home refreshed & empowered
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Embrace the culture, scenery, and be pampered in provence
Once-in-a-lifetime experience
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Go home refreshed & empowered
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EMBRACE THE CULTURE, scenery, and be pampered in provence
While this retreat is experience focused, it is also designed to allow you to reconnect with yourself.
Titled after the Italian word for Illuminate, we hope you leave this retreat not just with an incredible experience, but feeling a new sense of purpose, peace, or clarity in your own life. Whatever it is you're coming to look for - there is a good chance that once you clear out the noise of your day to day life & immerse yourself in the experience designed for you, you'll find it was within you the whole time.
Come experience the tastes, sights, smells & wonders of the South of France - and flip your own light back on in the process.
illuminare
/ il:umi'nare/ verb:
to illuminate, to light up
What is the group size & when we will know who is joining us?
The group will include 8 participants, plus the host Amanda
Prior to the trip, a Facebook group will be created for our retreat members to get to know each other, ask questions & share more about themselves.
I have a special diet, can you accommodate?
On the application, you'll see a spot to let us know any diet needs you have & we will absolutely do our best to meet those at all meals. If you have specific concerns, please feel free to email with questions.
What are the accommodations like?
We will be staying in a stunning apartment in the heart of Florence! You will be sharing a room with another attendee so either come with a friend or be ready to make a new one! We believe that sharing builds our community & is part of this intimate retreat style experience!
Will we have wifi?
We will have wifi available for you within the apartment so you can stay connected to your family & friends at home. If you'd like to have wifi on the go throughout the day as well, please reach out and we'd be happy to help you arrange a personal hotspot.
how do i get there?
We recommend flying into either Florence, Rome, or Bologna. Transportation within the country is wonderful thanks to Italy's train systems. As the trip gets closer, you'll receive a comprehensive travel email with tips on finding the best flight deals, and how to navigate transport to our apartment once in Italy.
can i pay in installments?
Yes - We've provided a few options for you:
-You may pay a non-refundable deposit to secure your spot, with the remaining balance due on December 1, 2021.
-You may pay a non-refundable deposit to secure your spot, breaking up the balance into 3 payments due by December 1, 2021.
-You may pay in its entirety in one lump sum at the time of booking
retreat home
-6 night stay in our exclusive-use boutique hotel only for Illuminare guests in a former manor house dating back to the 1400s.
-Exploration of the local villages of Provence such as the stunning hilltop town of Gordes and the charming town of l'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, known for it's beautiful canals & best-of-France antique shopping
-Relaxing time in our home away from home, enjoying both the privacy of our own home for the week, along with the perks of boutique hotel services.
-Breakfast daily served in our retreat home by our private chef.
-Most meals included (you will have a few meals on your own while in town during free time, all other meals are included). Wine is always included with meals we provide.
-Visiting (and tasting should you choose) of a few vineyards in this region known for amazing vintages.
-Conversations with other women on their own journeys. A once-in-a-lifetime style girls trip to grow & be inspired.
-Your custom journal to help spur on ideas & meditation.
-A digital travel guide to aid you in planning your adventure.
-Plenty of free time to wander & explore each town we whisk you off to at your own pace.
-....and plenty of amazing surprises! (My favorite part!!)
Details:
We ask that all guests arrive to our accommodations at 2:00 on Saturday, May 2, 2026.
The retreat will conclude at 10:00am on Friday morning, May 8, 2026.
What is included:
join us.
investment
Retreat cost:
$6800 (Per Person) Double Occupancy
Deposit required to hold your space: $850
Remaining balance paid in 2 installments (Aug 2025 & Jan 2026)
Note: Each suite has one king size bed, and private bathroom. Attendees will be 2 to a suite. Priority sell will be to those who book both spots in the room together (a set of friends, mother/daughter, sisters, etc).
**If you would like to book solo (not traveling with a friend) and are interested in sharing a room with another solo traveler, please reach out as I may be able to connect you with a roommate!**
Airfare & travel to/from our accommodations before & after retreat is not included.
Our group will remain intimate in size, therefore spots are very limited.
A note:
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If you’re considering going on a retreat, do it. Don’t try to convince yourself you don’t deserve to go, or that you’ll do the next one, or that you can’t afford it. Pull the trigger. You won’t regret it if you go. I promise.
-Karen, 4 time retreat attendee
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