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Move a little bit more slowly. Turn your attention inward. Luxuriate in days filled with yoga and connection.

In 2026, join Andrea Lodico for a journey to southern Italy, where ancient olive groves meet turquoise seas and time slows down. For one magical week at La Rosa dei 4 Venti, immerse yourself in the beauty of la dolce vita — and a celebration of movement, rest, and community. 

Each day will begin with energizing, playful vinyasa and wind down with yoga nidra and meditation. In between, savor La Rosa's farm-fresh, delicious meals (and daily homemade pastries!), lounge by the pool, explore hidden beaches, bask in the fall’s golden light, and wander through charming villages. Expect laughter, connection, and the joy of discovering the undiscovered.

Puglia is extraordinary — the breathtaking coastline, the mouthwatering food, the feeling that it is just a bit untouched by the crowds. We will visit charming towns, rich with history, taste olive oil made from olives picked from 3,000 year-old trees, and take dips in the sea off secluded beaches. If deep rest is what you’re after, La Rosa boasts a beautiful pool and plentiful hidden nooks and hammocks to read or nap in, as well as a stunning forest. Massages and bodywork are available for an additional cost.

For those who have journeyed to La Rosa, I hope you’ll join me for a return to this magical place. For those who haven’t yet delighted in a trip to Puglia, I cannot wait to share this special spot with you.

*Please note this retreat is intentionally small to ensure a rich experience for all participants. Space is extremely limited. Early booking is encouraged to reserve your desired room preference. 

If you have any questions, please email me at andrea.r.lodico@gmail.com.

La Rosa dei 4 Venti is a dream. Lovingly cared for and managed by its extraordinary staff, La Rosa invites you to deeply restore. Tucked away in the heart of the Itria Valley — midway between the Adriatic and Ionian Seas — this beautifully restored 17th century monastery and farmhouse was thoughtfully reimagined as a home for yoga. La Rosa sits among rolling hills, orchards, olive groves, and vineyards with gorgeous spaces to relax and unwind.

And the food — it is a revelation. Every meal at La Rosa is vibrant, abundant, and artfully crafted. The kitchen centers and celebrates vegetables in creative, flavorful forms, accompanied by handmade pasta, focaccia, and pastries crafted with Senatore Cappelli flour — an ancient Puglian grain. Fresh dairy from nearby farms and locally caught fish round out the offerings, creating a playful and nourishing culinary experience that connects you deeply with the land.

La Rosa is a stone's throw from Martina Franca, which is full of narrow alleys waiting for you to get lost in with delicious local cuisine and Baroque architecture. Martina Franca is well-known for its weekly market on Wednesday mornings filled with local produce, cheeses, olive oil, flowers, and vintage clothing.

Known for whitewashed hill towns, farmland, a sweeping coastline, and some of the best food in Italy, cucina povera ("kitchen of the poor), a visit to Puglia blends stunning vistas, rich history, and flavors that delight. Highlights of the region include the elegant white city of Ostuni, the baroque Lecce, celebrated as the Florence of the South, and Matera, a UNCESCO town carved into bare limestone rock, filled with centuries-old caves (although technically just over the border in Basilicata!). Trulli, singular conical dwellings dot the landscape, surrounded by enormous olive trees that date back thousands of years.

Puglia never fails to inspire — with aquamarine waters that dazzle, flavors that delight, a history and culture that captivate, while offering quiet to connect and restore. 

“Incredible and life changing. I found the vibe and energy of the people to be extremely special and the teachers and classes were top notch. I came away feeling like I made 13 new friends.”  Melissa Hatter (Retreat Participant 2023 & 2025)

“The whole experience, which is no small undertaking, especially the way everyone had choices to customize their own personal retreat from excursions, yoga classes, massages and downtime to just unwind. The communal table was really special for me, not just for the divine food, but the flow of conversation. Just really lovely energy!”

Vicky Sioukas (Retreat Participant 2023 & 2024)

“The retreat was everything I was expecting and more: challenging yoga with individual instruction, meditation instruction & practice, time to share thoughts & feelings, and nourishing & delicious food.” 

Marilyn McSpadden (Retreat Participant 2022)

“The combo of self-care in the form of yoga, meditation, and delicious healthy meals was made even more special by being in nature, in such a beautiful part of the world…classes were amazing.”  

Hascy Cross (Retreat Participant 2022) 

Please carefully read the retreat refund policy:

Your Deposit

Retreat deposits are non-refundable. Please consider your circumstances before paying your deposit for a retreat. It is your responsibility to ensure you can attend the program before placing your deposit. *In the unexpected event of the retreat being postponed due to Covid or any other unforeseen event, guests will have the opportunity to shift their deposits to a future retreat or receive a full refund.

Your Remainder Payment

In all cases, full payment for the retreat must be received no later than 90 days before the start date to hold your spot. In the case of any bookings made after this date, payment must be made in full at the time of registration. In the month leading up to the final payment date, you will receive reminders to complete your payment. If we do not receive your payment on time, your spot will be made available to those on the waitlist and you will forfeit your deposit. There are no refunds or transfers of payments after the above deadline due to the fact that we are required to make venue payments that are no longer refundable after this time.

Cancellation Policy

If you have to cancel your reservation, please inform us as soon as possible. If you cancel your reservation fully:

Up to 90 Days Prior: Deposit is forfeited. The remaining balance may be returned to you or it can used as credit for another retreat within two years of the date of your confirmed cancellation.

Less Than 90 Days Prior: For last minute cancellations, any fees paid will be non-refundable.*

Due to non-recoverable payments that must be made in advance to secure the retreat center, exceptions to this policy cannot be made for any reason, including but not limited to natural disasters, inclement weather, acts of terrorism, illness, health conditions, medical or personal or family or work emergencies, or change of mind. If you cannot reach the retreat due to unforeseen circumstances such as strikes, weather circumstances, and missed, delayed or canceled flights, retreat fees are unfortunately non-refundable. If you arrive late or need to leave the retreat early, you will not receive any refund on the remaining time of your scheduled stay. 

We strongly recommend purchasing travel cancellation insurance.

If we must cancel or postpone the retreat date for any reason, we will notify you as soon as possible, and you may transfer your full payment to a future retreat, or you may request a refund of your payments to us, constituting a full settlement including your deposit. We are not responsible for your expenses incurred in preparation for any canceled or postponed retreat or training, such as airline tickets, loss of work, visas fees and/or other costs associated with preparation for your trip. Exceptions to our policy cannot be made for any reason, including personal injuries or emergencies.

Travel Cancellation Insurance

It is your responsibility to read and understand our cancellation policy before making a reservation. Naturally, no one books with the intention of canceling or postponing their retreat, but unexpected things do happen that can be beyond your control. We strongly recommend that you purchase travel cancellation insurance to cover any possible loss. Depending on the policy and conditions, travel cancellation insurance will pay for some or all cancellation fees. With most agencies, insurance must be purchased within 14 days of making your reservation.

For more information or any specific questions, please email andrea.r.lodico@gmail.com.