Gay Group Trip: Puglia Yoga Retreat
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Indulge in a rejuvenating escape to Puglia, Italy, where relaxation and self-discovery await in the company of like-minded individuals. This enchanting gay yoga group trip is designed to nourish your mind, body, and soul, leaving you feeling revitalized and inspired. Your week-long journey unfolds in a picturesque boutique hotel, where every moment is an opportunity to embrace tranquility and well-being.
Throughout your stay, daily yoga sessions will guide you toward inner harmony and physical vitality. As the sun kisses the horizon, you’ll find solace on the serene beaches and embark on enlightening city tours, all while immersed in the breathtaking scenery that Puglia has to offer. This retreat is a celebration of mindfulness, wellness, and the joy of connecting with wonderful, kindred spirits.
For those with an adventurous spirit, there’s an opportunity to enhance your experience further with optional day trips to Matera and Alberobello. Both of these cities hold the esteemed UNESCO World Heritage status, offering an exploration of history, architecture, and culture that is truly unforgettable.
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Italy offers a mix of progress and challenges when it comes to LGBTQ+ rights. LGBTQ+ individuals benefit from anti-discrimination laws that protect against bias based on sexual orientation and gender identity, and same-sex couples have had access to civil unions since 2016. These unions provide many of the legal rights associated with marriage, such as inheritance and hospital visitation. However, same-sex marriage itself is not recognized, and joint adoption rights for same-sex couples remain unavailable, reflecting gaps in full equality.
In recent years, the political landscape has become more conservative, with policies that complicate family recognition for LGBTQ+ individuals. This includes restrictions on surrogacy, both domestically and abroad, which have disproportionately impacted same-sex couples looking to start families. Despite these setbacks, public opinion is gradually becoming more supportive of LGBTQ+ rights, driven by younger generations and urban communities.
Major cities like Rome, Milan, and Naples are home to vibrant LGBTQ+ scenes, with inclusive nightlife, annual Pride events, and a growing cultural acceptance. These urban hubs provide welcoming spaces for the LGBTQ+ community, offering opportunities for connection and celebration. However, attitudes in smaller towns and rural areas can still reflect the country’s traditional and religious roots.
Italy’s blend of progress and challenges makes it a unique case in Europe. While there is much to celebrate in terms of visibility and community support, continued advocacy is essential to achieve full equality. LGBTQ+ travelers can enjoy the country’s rich history, culture, and welcoming atmosphere in its major cities, where inclusivity shines the brightest.
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- 7 nights accommodation
- Breakfast
- Full use of Masseria facilities
- 3 hours daily yoga classes (typically morning and late afternoon)
- International Flights (can be arranged for you)
- Airport transfers (can be arranged for you)
- Travel insurance
In detail
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Don't forget that most of our itineraries can be totally customized. Our expert team will be able to talk you through all the options.
Day 1: Puglia
Once you have landed and have arrived at the hotel, you will be greeted and shown to your room. Once you have settled in, you will be invited to a welcome drink where you will meet the rest of the group.
Days 2 To 7: Daily Programme
You start the day off with an early morning Yoga session either on the rooftop or outside in the groups amongst the olive groves. The trainers welcome all levels and will accommodate depending on your ability.
Once the session is over you will head to the old farm stalls restaurant for a hearty breakfast. After you have finished breakfast, the day is at your leisure to do as you please, here are some ideas of things to do:
- Cycling/trekking along the coast or to the beaches
- Massage treatments (sports/holistic/deep tissue)
- Cooking classes. Learn the ways to cook the typical regional dishes
- Wine Tasting experiences
- Visit to local olive groves with olive oil / Local Delicacies Tasting sessions
- Guided tours to the cities of Salento
Fill your time as you wish, we want you to have the flexibility to do as you wish. Every evening you will be invited to attend another Yoga session which will be more grounding, setting you up nicely for the evening. Perform the sun salutation whilst watching the sunset over the horizon.
In the evening you are free to have dinner in the hotel restaurant or head into town for a bite to eat. The hotel has a bar and plenty of social space for you and your fellow yogis to relax in. You will also be invited to some meditation and Tai chi lessons as well.
Day 8: Departure
Today you after breakfast, you will bid your fellow yogis farewell before catching a flight to your next destination.
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