10-Day Beachside Yoga & Wellness Retreat on the Adriatic Coast

This 10-day beach yoga retreat in Misano Adriatico is run by YogaMea, founded by Timea Vitez and Davide Bedetti. The retreat runs from Easter through the first week of November, and the schedule is flexible—you can arrive and leave on dates that suit your travel plans rather than being locked into a fixed start and end date. Each day includes two Hatha yoga classes: a stronger, faster-paced morning session focused on building strength, and a slower, restorative afternoon practice. There's also daily pranayama and meditation (on alternating days), and optional lectures on yoga anatomy and philosophy. The yoga instruction comes straight from the Indian tradition, with over 30 years of combined experience behind it. Timea trained repeatedly in Rishikesh and now teaches at her own institutes in Italy and India, while Prahlad, another teacher, brings a methodical, dynamic style from his hometown of Rishikesh. The classes are suitable for beginners through advanced practitioners, with plenty of individual attention in a small group of up to 10 people. Beyond yoga, the location is a big part of the appeal. The hotel sits just a few minutes' walk from the beach—guests mention it's a one-minute walk from the sand. You can add Ayurvedic massages, bike tours, surfing, or paddleboarding to your stay. The Adriatic coast is known for its calm, warm water (almost bathtub-like in summer), long sandy beaches with sunbeds and umbrellas, and the nearby town of Cesenatico, a 15-minute bike ride away, with its canals and restaurants. The retreat includes three vegetarian meals a day, freshly prepared by a professional chef, with the option to add meat or fish at lunch and dinner at no extra cost. It's a well-priced, no-frills retreat that focuses on good teaching, good food, and being right by the sea.

What's included

- 10 days, 9 nights accommodation - 3 daily vegetarian meals (with optional meat/fish) - 2 yoga classes per day (except Sundays) - Daily meditation classes (on/off days) - Daily pranayama sessions - Free Wi-Fi - Bed linen and towels - Water and tea throughout the day - Free time for local excursions

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Extra meals and snacks - Additional activities (e.g., massage, surfing) - Private yoga classes - Personal expenses