Calling in the Muse Creative Writing Retreat Puglia Italy July 6 - 12, 2025

Calling in the Muse Creative Writing Retreat Puglia Italy July 6 - 12, 2025

Join us for a week of inspiration and creativity at the Calling in the Muse Creative Writing Retreat in beautiful Puglia, Italy!

By Angela Paolantonio

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July 6 · 11am - July 7 · 12am CEST

Location

Masseria Specula

Strada Comunale 59 74024 San Pietro In Bevagna Italy

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Refund Policy

No Refunds

Muse FEES: July 6 - July 12, 2025. Puglia, Italy

DEPOSIT : $750 / Non Refundable. RETREAT FEES : $3400 Per Person Private Double Room / 6 Nights. Inclusive of all meals, writing workshop, and yoga and beach activities. Small intimate group. Limited spaces. NOT INCLUDED: Flights, Airport Transfer, & Travel Insurance. Contact Host for Xtra Details.

The Main Venue

Single or double occupancy rooms with private bath. Dedicated dining room. Relaxing gardens. Outdoor sea view terrace. Dedicated indoor yoga / retreat room. Use of bikes. Sun umbrellas and beach towels for guests for the beach. Laundry services. Private parking. Electric car charging point.

What's Included?

Yoga sessions, 3 sessions at Masseria Specula or at the beach. Live music for welcome dinner at Masseria Specula. Live pizzica music & dance class midweek at Masseria Specula. Olive oil & wine tasting at Masseria Specula. Daily Creative Writing Workshop. Delicious Daily Vegetarian / Vegan Meals.

More Included Experiences

Guided tour to discover small fishing villages along the seaside. Guided walks in the local hills & olive groves. Guided walk to Salina dei Monaci; salt lake with flamingos. Relax on the beach or in the Masseria with aperitivi. `Immerse. Wait for the Muse. Write. That’s it.

Masseria Specula Mission

To operate as sustainably as possible, we run on solar power, minimise the use of plastic, serve vegan & vegetarian food, plant trees every winter, and keep bees to enhance pollination. The venue is immersed in nature surrounded by 20 hectares of private land, an ideal tranquil place to relax.

About this event

Welcome to the Calling in the Muse Creative Writing Retreat in beautiful Puglia, Italy! Join us from July 6 - 12, 2025 at the stunning Masseria Specula for a week of inspiration, creativity, and connection. This retreat is designed for writers of all genres who are looking to rejuvenate their craft in a supportive and inspiring environment. Immerse yourself in the picturesque surroundings of Puglia as you dive deep into your writing practice. From workshops to one-on-one coaching sessions, this retreat offers a unique opportunity to tap into your creativity and unleash your muse. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!

Hosted by Author & Photo Director Angela Paolantonio.

Books: angelapaolantonio.com / Blog: lamericana.blogspot.com

Invoking the muse practice is grounded in ancient history. A ceremony, a prayer, a song, a dance. To bring you to center. To call in the muse. Building relationships with the spirit world and the invisible and immortal aspects of our own nature is the root of all creativity. We will use these beautiful surroundings to inform, to inspire, and to tap lines of power, creativity and connection.

Carved into a gentle hill, Masseria Specula is an historic farmhouse surrounded by 20 hectares of exclusive private land, offering a tranquil retreat just 1km away from the enchanting shores of the Ionian Sea. You will enjoy yoga/meditation sessions, local live music with pizzica dance, authentic Puglian recipes cooked by local women, olive oil & wine tastings, and a creative writing program — plus beach time & local exploration.

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