Women's Life Design & Personal Transformation Retreat in Rome

This transformative women's retreat represents a unique fusion of personal development and cultural immersion, designed for women ready to take intentional control of their life's direction. The Designing Your Life methodology, created by Stanford professors Bill Burnett and Dave Evans, provides a proven framework for approaching life transitions with creativity, curiosity, and purpose—and there's no better backdrop for this work than the timeless beauty of Rome.

The retreat unfolds over five carefully structured days, beginning with a traditional Roman convivium—a welcoming dinner that echoes the ancient practice of building community over food and wine. From there, each day layers meaningful personal work with authentic Roman experiences, allowing the city's rich history of transformation and reinvention to inspire your own journey of change.

Workshops are intimate and deeply engaging, led by experienced facilitators including Katy, a certified Designing Your Life coach with over 20 years of leadership experience at organizations like Google, Fitbit, and Warner Bros. Sessions cover essential life design tools: mapping your current life, uncovering insights about what's working and what needs to change, ideating multiple possible futures, and creating low-risk 'prototypes' to test different paths forward.

Beyond the workshop room, you'll explore hidden corners of Rome that most tourists never see—neighborhoods beloved by locals, quiet spots that offer perspective and inspiration for your creative journey. The retreat thoughtfully integrates these excursions, recognizing that breakthrough insights often come when we step outside our usual environment and see the world with fresh eyes.

The experience extends beyond the five days in Rome. Registration includes a one-hour post-retreat coaching session, ensuring you have support as you begin implementing your action plan. You'll also become part of an ongoing community of DYL alumnae, with regular meetings to help you stay accountable and continue your transformation long after you return home.

This retreat is perfect for women aged 40-65 who are ready to approach their next chapter with intention and creativity—whether that means reimagining their career, finding greater purpose, or simply aligning their daily life more closely with their deepest values.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation in a private room with ensuite bathroom - Daily breakfast at the residence - Lunch on workshop days - Welcome dinner at a local Roman trattoria (Day 1) - Closing celebration dinner (Day 4) - Water, tea, and coffee served throughout each day - All specialized life design workshops and facilitation - Group excursions and cultural experiences in Rome - Airport pickup from Rome Fiumicino or Ciampino Airport - One-hour post-retreat coaching session - Pre and post-retreat support from the team - All workshop materials and resources - WiFi throughout the residence

What's not included

- International flights to/from Rome - Visa fees (if applicable) - Travel insurance - Dinners on Days 2 and 3 (free evenings) - Airport drop-off service (available for €47-56 additional) - Personal expenses and shopping - Additional nights before or after the retreat - Optional spa treatments or personal services