Pilates, Yoga & Eldoa Wellness Escape in Ischia, Italy

The retreat is built around three complementary movement practices. Mornings combine Dynamic Pilates with Eldoa—a gentle method of stretching and mobilising the spine and joints, created in France, that's often used to ease back tension and prevent injury. Late afternoons shift into restorative yoga flows. Paola Langella, who runs SHAPES Studio in London, teaches all the sessions and adapts them to whoever's in the room, so beginners and regular practitioners both get something useful.

Days follow a simple rhythm: a 90-minute class before breakfast, a long free afternoon for exploring, and another class in the late afternoon before dinner. That leaves plenty of time to do what Ischia does best—soaking in thermal waters, walking the cliff paths, or just reading by the pool. Two dinners are included in the package at local restaurants in Casamicciola, with à la carte options that include fresh fish, vegetarian, and vegan dishes, and there's an optional pizza night on day three.

The Marina 10 Design & Spa Hotel is a boutique property in the centre of Casamicciola Terme, decorated with furniture and lighting by local artisans. Rooms have private bathrooms, air conditioning, minibars, and safes, with anti-allergy mattresses and pillows. There's an outdoor pool, a snack bar with sea views, and a solarium terrace. The ferry from Naples docks just a short walk away, which makes the logistics simple—you can be in a Pilates class within a few hours of landing in Naples.

What's included

- 3 nights accommodation - Daily breakfast buffet - Welcome drink - Daily Hatha morning yoga flows - Daily Eldoa stretching sessions - Daily Dynamic Mindfulness Pilates classes - 2 dinners at selected restaurants - Access to hotel spa and beauty farm - Use of outdoor swimming pool and solarium - WiFi in rooms - Option to book 1:1 sessions with Paola - Walking distance to beach and amenities

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional treatments (spa, beauty) - Lunches and additional meals - Optional excursions with local companies