Sun
Warm practice mornings, open-air pauses, and the renewed energy of late spring on Sicily's western coast.
Save the Date
Sun-warmed days, salt air, and spacious practice.
Imagine floating in ancient salt pans reflecting the Mediterranean sun, slow bike rides to the beach, exploring neighboring islands, farm-to-table chef-prepared meals, and deep restorative practices.
Every scheduled event and class is completely optional. This week is yours to fill or empty as you choose.
Location
Near Marsala, Sicily
Length
8 days / 7 nights
Rhythm
Practice, excursions, rest
Arrive at Salinara
The place becomes part of the practice.
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Sun / Salt / Sea
The retreat's compass is simple and elemental.
Soffio Del Mare is shaped around the coast itself: bright mornings, mineral-rich salt air, island water, unhurried meals, and practices that help the week feel spacious rather than scheduled tight.
Salt
Ancient salt pans, sea air, restorative evenings, and spacious time to clear what no longer needs to travel home with you.
Sea
Island water, slow coastal movement, Mediterranean meals, and a softer pace held by the Salinara retreat grounds.
Experience & Daily Flow
A grounded rhythm with plenty of room to wander.
Morning Alignment
Each day begins with meditation followed by an invigorating yoga asana practice, 90 minutes total.
Evening Ease
Around 5:00 PM, gather again for deep restorative practices, Yin yoga, or Yoga Nidra.
Special Gatherings
The week will include an intentional workshop and a sacred fire ceremony.
Day-by-Day Agenda
Your Daily Journey
Each day has a guiding theme, with morning practice, nourishing meals, curated Sicilian excursions, and spacious time to rest.
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Land
Saturday, May 22, 2027
- Arrive and settle in to Salinara Retreat Centre
- Welcome gathering
- Gentle yoga + yoga nidra
- Dinner
- Fire for intention-setting
2
Flow
Sunday, May 23, 2027
- Meditation / asana
- Brunch
- Island excursion at sea
- Slow flow
- Dinner
3
Nourish
Monday, May 24, 2027
- Meditation / asana
- Brunch
- Cooking class
- Free time / optional massages
- Restorative yoga & healing sound
- Dinner
4
Integration
Tuesday, May 25, 2027
- Meditation / asana
- Brunch
- Free time / optional massages
- Movement, breathwork & yoga nidra
- Dinner
5
Connection
Wednesday, May 26, 2027
- Meditation / asana
- Brunch
- Free time / optional massage
- Vineyard + tasting
- Yin
- Dinner
6
Salt
Thursday, May 27, 2027
- Meditation / asana
- Brunch
- Salt pans
- Kundalini-inspired practice
- Dinner
7
Transform
Friday, May 28, 2027
- Meditation / asana
- Free time / optional massages
- Movement & yoga nidra
- 6:30 PM dinner
- Release ceremony
8
Fly
Saturday, May 29, 2027
- Morning practice for travel
- Breakfast
- Farewell
Excursions & Slow Living
Curated outings, local flavor, and time to breathe.
Three Curated Day Trips
A boat excursion to neighboring islands, an outdoor salt pan bath and float, and a boutique vineyard wine tasting.
Onsite Cooking Class
Learn the secrets of local Sicilian flavors in a relaxed hands-on gathering.
Slow Living
Use one of 18 onsite bicycles to ride around town, to the beach, or through the vineyards.
Optional Add-ons
Book an onsite massage or arrange extra outings such as sunset beach horseback riding and neighboring historic towns.
Retreat Center & Amenities
Fully equipped for practice, rest, and Mediterranean ease.
Salinara is the week's home base: peaceful gardens, a stocked practice room, shaded patios, and guest spaces designed for settling in between practices and excursions.
Fully stocked shala with yoga mats and props provided onsite
Beautiful gardens with chaise lounges, peaceful patios, and spacious indoor/outdoor living and dining spaces
The Mediterranean Sea is just a short 500-meter walk away
Clean, filtered water is available onsite throughout your stay
Wine is available for purchase onsite, with cafes, bars, and shops nearby
Nourishment
Chef-prepared, farm-to-table dining.
Brunch and dinner are included daily, with one meal on arrival day and one meal on departure day to accommodate check-in and check-out times.
Mostly plant-based menus
Thoughtfully crafted meals will feature mostly plant-based menus, fresh eggs at brunch, and onsite dinner served daily at 6:30 PM.
Wine is available for purchase onsite.
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Dining, breakfast, cooking, and farm-to-table imagery selected from Salinara's food and wine source library.
What's Included
Clear expectations before you reserve.
The core retreat week is covered by your room selection. Travel, insurance, and optional personal extras stay separate so you can plan them in the way that fits you.
Included in the retreat
- 7 nights accommodation at Salinara Retreat Centre
- Daily morning meditation and yoga asana practice
- Evening restorative practices, Yin yoga, Yoga Nidra, sound, breathwork, or gentle movement
- Brunch and dinner daily, with arrival and departure meals adjusted to travel timing
- Three curated Sicilian outings: island boat excursion, salt pans experience, and vineyard tasting
- Onsite Sicilian cooking class
- Yoga mats, props, practice room, gardens, patios, bicycles, and shared guest spaces
- Filtered water onsite and planning support for arrival logistics
Not included
- Flights to and from Sicily
- Airport transfers, taxis, train, bus, or car rental unless separately arranged
- Travel insurance, which is strongly recommended
- Optional massages, horseback riding, and add-on excursions
- Wine, cafe visits, shopping, souvenirs, and personal expenses
- Meals or snacks outside the listed retreat meals
Accommodations & Investment
Beautiful rooms with private ensuite bathrooms.
Browse each Salinara room style in-place, then expand the gallery for a closer look.
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Private Room
Sirocco Sanctuary
Private Room - queen bed
A quiet single-occupancy room with a queen bed and private ensuite bathroom.
Representative Salinara example: Scirocco
- Queen bed
- Private ensuite bathroom
- Single occupancy
$4,600 / person
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Double or Twin Shared Room
Citrus & Vine Duo
Double or Twin Shared Room
A two-guest shared room arranged with your roommate, with a private ensuite bathroom.
Representative Salinara examples: Zibibbo and Limonaia
- Double or twin shared room
- Private ensuite bathroom
- Roommates arranged by guests
$4,000 / person
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Triple Room
Mediterranean Trio
Triple Room
A three-guest shared room arranged with your roommates, with a private ensuite bathroom.
Representative Salinara examples: Mediterraneo and Spezie
- Triple shared room
- Private ensuite bathroom
- Roommates arranged by guests
$3,300 / person
Note on shared rooms
Shared rooms must be arranged by the guests. Please select your preferred room type and include the first and last names of anyone you are planning to room with. Lori will confirm the room type directly once everyone is ready to move forward together. Until a shared arrangement is confirmed, single parties should expect a private room. Strangers will not be paired unless a mutual opportunity arises and all parties agree. Only select rooms can accommodate extra beds.
Planning Notes
Flexible planning with clear retreat policies.
How to start
Choose the room that fits you and send Lori a note. She will confirm availability, answer practical questions, and guide the next step directly.
Refunds and transfers
Because Salinara's venue arrangements are non-refundable, confirmed retreat reservations are non-refundable. Travel insurance is highly recommended. If your plans change, you are welcome to transfer your spot to another person. You must have someone ready to take your spot, or if a waitlist exists, Lori may be able to help with the transfer.
Travel & Transportation
Near Marsala, about 90 minutes from Palermo airport.
Group Transportation
Hosted transit from Palermo airport can be organized for approximately EUR 175 per person, per trip.
Public Transit
Take the train or bus from Palermo airport to Marsala, about EUR 12 and 90 minutes, followed by a short Uber ride.
Car Rental
Rent a car at the airport if you want extra freedom to explore the region at your own pace.
Host & Trust
Led by Lori Dye, with decades of yoga and retreat experience.
Village of Islands Yoga founder Lori Dye E-RYT, YACEP, is originally from Ottawa, Canada. She has traveled and taught yoga all over the U.S., in Canada, Costa Rica, Italy, Portugal, and Thailand and now calls northern New York her home. She has been practicing yoga for over 35 years and it is truly her way of being. Her love of yoga lies in the magic of the breath, the harmony of internal peace & joy and the physical benefits of daily practice; this love emanates through her teaching.
Lori's teaching style is warm, breath-guided, and adaptable. She offers modifications so guests can listen to their bodies while still feeling held by the group rhythm.
35+
years of personal practice
over 4,750
teaching hours
7
countries taught
Guest readiness
Common questions
Who is this retreat for?
This week is designed for guests who want a steady yoga and meditation rhythm, nourishing meals, curated Sicilian outings, and enough free time to rest or explore at their own pace.
Are the scheduled classes and excursions required?
No. Every scheduled class, gathering, and outing is optional. The week is structured so you can participate fully or create a quieter rhythm.
Which airport should I use?
Palermo airport is the main reference point. Salinara is near Marsala, about 90 minutes from Palermo by car or public transit.
How do airport transfers work?
Hosted transit from Palermo airport can be organized for approximately EUR 175 per person, per trip. Public transit and car rental options are also available.
How do shared rooms work?
Shared rooms must be arranged by the guests. Send Lori the first and last names of anyone you plan to room with, and she will confirm the room type directly once everyone is ready to move forward together.
What happens after I inquire?
Lori will confirm availability, answer room and travel questions, and guide the next step directly.
What's Next
Ready to choose your room or ask a final question?
Room choices, retreat inclusions, travel notes, and the day-by-day rhythm are now collected here so you can move from curiosity to a clear next step.
Choose your preferred room right in the inquiry form, or send any room, travel, or planning question — Lori will follow up either way.
Soffio Del Mare Inquiry
Tell us what you are curious about and which accommodation you may prefer.