For the upcoming Memorial Day public holiday this May and in preparation for the emerging summer. Let the carpets of blooming wildflowers, pleasant temperatures and attractive easy pace of Capri ignite appreciation for time spent focusing on personal wellbeing and reconnecting with loved ones on the Reinvigorate at Capri Island Retreat. This limited edition programme will offer attending guests privileged access to the remarkable, private residence, Villa Discopoli for the very first time in the entirety of its history. A 20th Century family-owned villa, delivering unprecedented seclusion and space from the daily world with its own entrance. The villa is positioned in the heart of Capri, ensconced within the stillness of nature’s emerald green and arranged around a manicured garden that brings many forms of restoration and relaxation. Let the whispers of the land’s stories stir curiosity and further exploration on this programme, while equally strengthening the body, cultivating balance and improving body awareness, complemented by the captivating landscapes.

LEADING EXPERT

Balance Holidays welcomes Jennifer Ursillo as the leading expert on this programme.

JENNIFER URSILLO – Based between Miami and Rome, Jennifer is an accomplished international yoga teacher and fitness influencer. Having appeared on Yoga Journal, La Repubblica, Organic Life magazine, Kayak hotels, she has also headlined events such as Wanderlust 108 and Race for the Cure Rome. Her content, which displays her expertise in Vinyasa, Power, Yin, Restorative, HIIT and Functional Fitness, can be found online on Oysho, Wanderlust Italy, Kayak Hotels and Ambrosiae.

ACTIVITIES AND WORKSHOPS

Always embracing the Balance Holidays philosophy of careful attention to details. Define your path to enrichment, sharing stories of the moment together amongst the spellbinding settings in activities and practices.

• DAILY GUIDED EXCURSIONS
• VINYASA YOGA
• YIN YOGA
• MINDFUL HIKING FITNESS
• CONSCIOUS BREATHWORK
• BREATHWORK AND PRANAYAMA WORKSHOP
• YIN YOGA AND YOGA NIDRA WORKSHOP

PHILOSOPHY ON FOOD AND NUTRITION
A promise to bring a complete and authentic experience, a special itinerary of lunches and dinners across the programme will be hosted at the villa and in a variety of locations across the island. Each demonstrating unique character and traditional culinary craft, skill and knowledge. Balance Holidays has made meticulous efforts to ensure served meals continue to keep in line with a locavore philosophy. Where the finest fresh and locally sourced, organic ingredients are used to preserve a pure and true taste only experienced in this corner of the world, and to support the community. Be taken on a gastronomic journey, enjoying balanced and nutritious delicacies comprising Capri classics, including Caprese.

THE LOCATION
Shrouded in stillness, with encompassing views of the capital a comfortable distance away. Villa Discopoli is a tucked away jewel in the crown of Capri. Privately reserved and opening its doors to the public for the very first time. The villa, with its individual architectural style, represents a unique story and has housed prominent figures such as Austrian novelist and poet Rainer Maria Rilke. Today, it summons tales spanning across the 20th Century and incites original splendour that beckons an immediate sense of connected and intentional living. Basking in the Mediterranean sun, sits an elaborate antique marble patio and terrace. While the elegant interiors, adorned in exquisite floral and Putti frescoes by renowned artists put on a theatrical performance across the walls and ceilings.

WHY CHOOSE THIS RETREAT?
Before the season begins its handover to summer, be within reach of the richness of nature, culture and companionship once again on the Reinvigorate at Capri Island Retreat. Savour a quiet and dedicated moment amongst the wonders of nature to reset the body and mind, strengthen mobility and to simply be; present and engaged by each other’s company. A one-of-a-kind, horizon-expanding experience, held in cheery and characterful Capri, best shared with loved ones. Be taken through the heart of abundant sight, adventure and the most memorable scenery ambling along a network of routes curated especially for this programme. Introduce new contexts, learning lessons from a time gone by in the entirely private, Villa Discopoli. Who will open its doors to the public for the very first time. A unique opportunity to reconnect with the feeling of being part of something bigger and life’s greatest pleasures in a destination that leaves deep impressions. Where memories continue to enrich the senses long into the future and inspire healthy habits at home.