Polignano a Mare
A Boutique Wellness Retreat · Puglia, Italy

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Micele Holiday Houses · June 11–15, 2026

Escape to the heart of southern Italy for five days of Pilates, holistic wellness treatments, farm-to-table dining, and curated cultural experiences — set within beautifully restored traditional Trulli accommodations.

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📍 Location Locorotondo, Puglia Micele Holiday Houses
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Retreat Overview

Escape to the heart of Puglia for a rejuvenating boutique retreat. Set in the stunning Micele Holiday Houses, our retreat offers a blend of wellness, relaxation, and cultural immersion in one of Italy's most charming regions. Enjoy Pilates sessions, holistic wellness treatments, farm-to-table dining, and curated local experiences while staying in beautifully restored traditional Trulli accommodations.

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What's Included

Everything You
Need to Unwind

Boutique Stay at Micele Holiday Houses
Daily Pilates & Wellness Sessions
1 Private Pilates Assessment (20 min)
1 Wellness Treatment — Osteopath, Ayurveda, or Cupping
Daily Breakfast + 2 Group Dinners
Sunset Meditation & Sound Healing
Beach Meditation & Excursions
Interactive Farm & Michelin-Star Cooking Experience
Guided Hike & Ashram Visit
Free Time for Relaxation & Exploration
Airport Transportation
Access to Spa Amenities, Emotional Shower & Pool
Not Included — Booked Separately Flights  ·  Additional Meals Outside Those Listed  ·  Personal Expenses  ·  Extra Treatments  ·  Travel Insurance
Day by Day

The Itinerary

Thursday
June 11
5:00 PMWelcome Aperitivo & Property TourIncluded
7:30 PMHomemade Pizza Meet & GreetIncluded
Friday
June 12
10:00 AMPilates Sunrise Flow
11:00 AMBreakfastIncluded
AfternoonFarmers Market VisitOptional
3:00 PMHoney Making ClassOptional
6:30 PMBeach Meditation
8:00 PMGroup Dinner in OstuniNot included
Saturday
June 13
9:00 AMPower Pilates
10:00 AMBreakfastIncluded
11:00 AMExcursion: Polignano a Mare & Monopoli Beach
6:30 PMFarm-to-Table Cooking Class with Chef Giuseppe & Katarina
Sunday
June 14
9:00 AMBreakfastIncluded
10:00 AMMorning Hike & Ashram Visit
6:00 PMSunset Pilates Flow
7:00 PMBonfire — New Moon Ritual
7:30 PMFloating Pool Meditation & Sound Healing Under the Stars
Monday
June 15
9:00 AMPilates Sunrise Flow
11:00 AMFarewell Brunch with Michelin Star ChefsIncluded

Disclaimer: Some events may be subject to change. All spa treatments & Pilates assessments scheduled during free time.

Your Guides

Meet the Team

Tanja and Natasha
Your Hosts

Tanja & Natasha

Two women who met in Miami and instantly connected over a shared love of wellness, travel, and authentic experiences. Together they've created a retreat that blends Tanja's deep roots in Puglia with Natasha's expertise in movement and mindfulness.

"We can't wait to share this magical place with you."

Tanja
Host & Local Lead
Tanja Tomicic
A current Puglia local and passionate host, Tanja brings her deep knowledge of the region, local culture, and hospitality to create an unforgettable experience.
Natasha
Host & Pilates Wellness Lead
Natasha Stokes-Nair
NCPT-certified Pilates teacher, sound healing and guided meditation certified. Natasha blends movement, mindfulness, and breathwork into a holistic experience.
Mariagrazia
Osteopath & Cupping Specialist
Mariagrazia
A skilled osteopath with a deep understanding of the body's mechanics and healing techniques to help guests restore balance and mobility.
Giuseppe
Michelin-Star Chef
Giuseppe Micele
A Michelin-star chef who curates exquisite farm-to-table culinary experiences, bringing the flavors of Puglia to life through interactive cooking sessions.
02

Polignano a Mare

Perched dramatically on limestone cliffs above the Adriatic, Polignano a Mare is one of Puglia's most photographed coastal towns. Whitewashed houses spill toward the sea, hidden coves shimmer in turquoise, and the historic centre is a maze of narrow alleys, sea-view terraces and tiny piazzas. We'll wander the old town, swim in the famous Lama Monachile cove, and stop for an espresso overlooking the cliffs.

03

Monopoli

An old fishing port with quiet, lived-in charm. Monopoli's harbour is still working — colourful wooden boats called gozzi bob beside the seawall — while inside the walls the centro storico opens onto sunlit squares, baroque churches, sandy pocket beaches and family-run trattorias serving the morning's catch. The pace is slow, the light is golden, and it feels like the Puglia of decades past.

04

Locorotondo

Our home base. Officially one of the borghi più belli d'Italia, Locorotondo is a near-perfect circle of whitewashed houses with steeply pitched cummerse roofs, set on a hilltop above the Itria Valley. Geraniums tumble from every window, the streets are spotless, and from the belvedere you look out over a sea of olive groves, vineyards and trulli scattered across the countryside.

05

Ostuni

"La Città Bianca" — the White City — rises out of the olive plains in three brilliant tiers of lime-washed stone. Climb the winding lanes to the Gothic cathedral at the summit, where you'll find some of the best sunset views in Puglia: a glowing Adriatic on one side, an endless silver-green sea of ancient olive trees on the other. We'll explore at golden hour and stay for an aperitivo with a view.

From the Last Retreat
Moments in Puglia
Pony at golden hour
Sunset with the donkey
Pergola at golden hour
Long lunch, raised glasses
Morning pilates on the terrace
Figs by the pool
Harvest grapes
Pool by candlelight
Pricing & Booking

Secure Your Place
in Puglia

$2,500
Per Person · Shared Accommodations
DatesJune 11–15, 2026
LocationLocorotondo, Puglia
Capacity6–8 Guests
AirportsBari (BRI) · Brindisi (BDS)

Guests traveling together will be placed in the same room. Solo travelers will be thoughtfully paired with a like-minded guest.

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