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Puglia, Italy

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A 5 NIGHT, 6 DAY TRANSFORMATIONAL WOMEN’S RETREAT

RESERVE YOUR SPOT
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October 9-14, 2026

IT’S TIME TO
RECONNECT WITH
YOUR TRUE ESSENCE

Join me in this immersive experience at the stunning
Massiera Specula in Puglia, Italy.

This retreat is an invitation to step out of the patterns, roles, and survival strategies that once kept you safe, but now keep you small, and into the version of you that feels clear, embodied, and deeply aligned.

True Essence is about aligning to your highest timeline.
It’s about remembering who you are beneath the noise, the conditioning, and the constant doing, and learning how to move through the world from that place with integrity and trust.

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True essence is living and expressing your purpose.

At the core of each of us is truth and authenticity, even when everything around us feels unaligned or uncertain.
It lives beneath expectations and old patterns, and when we listen to it, purpose becomes less about figuring life out and more about how we choose to live it. The purpose of this retreat is to help you access that part of you: your true essence.

YOU'RE INVITED

YOU'RE INVITED

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October 9-14, 2026

CONNECT TO YOUR TRUE ESSENCE AND REMEMBER
WHO YOU TRULY ARE.

For a long time, I was living a life that looked aligned on the outside—but didn’t feel that way on the inside.

I was moving quickly, holding a lot, and making choices from versions of myself that were doing their best to survive and succeed.

And then life asked me to stop. I went through seasons of deep unraveling—grief, burnout, and a divorce that cracked me open in ways I didn’t expect.
The structures I had relied on fell away, and I was left face to face with a simple but uncomfortable truth: parts of my life were no longer in integrity with who I actually was.

What followed wasn’t a dramatic reinvention.
I began realigning my life one layer at a time, like how I related to my body, my work, my relationships, my time, my boundaries, and my inner world.

I learned that alignment isn’t about perfection or constant clarity.

It’s about listening closely, telling the truth, and letting your life reflect that truth in tangible ways. When even one area is out of sync, it eventually echoes everywhere else.

This is why the work of True Essence matters so deeply to me.

A 5 NIGHT, 6 DAY TRANSFORMATIONAL WOMEN’S RETREAT

In Puglia, Italy

We’re gathering in Puglia this year because it carries the same sense of truth
and unhurried presence at the heart of True Essence.

Puglia has a way of bringing you back
into your body and your senses.
It’s ancient and unpretentious.
Life there moves at a human pace…
rooted in land, food, ritual, and relationship.
There’s a grounded magic to it that invites you
to soften, to listen, and to remember
what really matters.

Release the mindset
that’s keeping you out of alignment + step into your true essence.

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The True Essence Retreat is for you if:

  • You sense there’s a more aligned version of your life available and you’re ready to meet her honestly.

  • You feel the pull toward your highest timeline, but know it requires presence, courage, and realignment
    (not just wishful thinking).

  • You want to make decisions from clarity and integrity,
    rather than fear, habit, or momentum.

  • You want peace.

  • You want confidence that comes from healing

  • You’re ready to let go of outdated roles, identities, or patterns that no longer reflect who you are becoming.

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The True Essence Retreat
is NOT for you if …

• You’re looking for quick fixes, surface-level inspiration, or a dramatic breakthrough without sustained inner work.

• You want someone else to tell you who to be
or what decisions to make.

• You’re not willing to question familiar patterns, identities, or ways of living that no longer feel fully aligned.

• You’re seeking transformation without slowing down or turning inward.

• You’re expecting this experience to change your life without your active participation and presence.

• You’re more interested in the idea of alignment than the responsibility of living it.

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What Past Retreat Attendees Are Saying

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THE SCHEDULE

Mornings begin unhurried, basking in the warm Italian sun, with a coffee or tea in hand and a nourishing, seasonal breakfast prepared with care.
We move gently into a healing session, allowing space for deep inner alignment.

Workshop sessions vary each day, with past themes including exploration of the mother wound, archetypes of women, the divine feminine, inner child and inner teen work, the witch wound, attuning as an empath, cultivating a deeper relationship with the body, and using your voice as an expression of your soul,
and so much more.

Lunch is locally sourced dishes shared slowly,
with nowhere else to be and nothing to rush.
The afternoon opens into spacious free time:
taking a dip in the nearby ocean, resting in the shade,
or simply letting the day breathe as the work settles into your body.

We then gather again for another workshop led by Krista. Nights unfold under the stars over a shared family dinner, followed by conversations, laughter, and moments of connection with your new sisterhood.

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More love for True Essence

  • “Attending the True Essence retreat was an absolutely incredible experience. It’s hard to put into words the magic that happens when a group of heart-centered women come together to heal, learn, and play - especially with someone as authentic and wise as Krista leading the way. It was a beautiful mix of deep personal work, free time for reflection and exploration, and nourishing meals and conversations - all in a STUNNING setting. I immediately felt safe to show up as my authentic self and I am so grateful to Krista, her team, and the other attendees for creating that safety. I can’t wait to continue deepening the connections that I made with myself and others during the retreat - and to attend more of Krista’s retreats in the future!”

    CHARLOTTE H.

  • "Krista created the most beautiful cocoon of healing and sisterhood connection during the retreat. We felt safe to journey into ourselves and undo in ways I never have before, she is truly in her work of healing, connecting empowered, strong and gorgeous women to heal the many wounds we experience and carry through life. Endlessly grateful for this experience and can’t wait for more to come! Much love Krista, it was everything and more.."

    JAI T.

  • "Krista was simply amazing. Her natural ability and openness to share her journey, knowledge and make people feel heard and supported is next level. Her healing energy, words of wisdom and general warmth were a unique combination which made the retreat one of a kind. I feel very special to have been a part of it.”

    ABBY M.

  • “Doing this retreat with Krista was an honor. The intention and love she put into it were evident and felt throughout. Krista’s warmth and wisdom created a safe space where we all felt supported to express and process our emotions.”

    NATALIA A.

  • "Ahhh Krista!! She is such a LIGHT in this world. She created an incredible space to teach, allow us to reflect, and inspire conversation that opened us all up to ourselves and each other. Sheer true authenticity it made it feel safe to be yourself. I saw her take time to get to know every single person at this experience and I think that also made the group feel closer and more willing to share their own vulnerability. I’m so grateful for all the work she has done on herself because she has such a gift in sharing and teaching it to everyone else in a way that’s easy to digest and process. 10/10 A++ and 5 gold stars I wish I was still there to keep learning more from her ❤️."

    BRITTANY L.

  • “If every leader were like Krista, the world would be a remarkable place! Truly, she knows how to guide you to the answers that are already within. I really appreciate how much she encourages us to connect with our own intuition by trusting our spirits to reveal nuggets that we need to sit with. She is also incredibly talented in fostering community & sisterhood. It was her example that invited all of us women to love and respect one another in meaningful ways. We came as a group of 24 strangers and left with a deep fondness for each member!”

    HEATHER F.

RESERVE YOUR ROOM

RESERVE YOUR ROOM

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Private Room
Private Room
$6,500.00

Single occupancy (one participant in a room) with a private room in the Villa.

Cost: $6,500 USD per one person 

Dates: October 9-14, 2026

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Private Room 2: Photos 5-8

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Double Room
Double Room
$3,750.00

Double occupancy in a shared residences Villa (two participants in a room).

Cost: $3,750 USD for one person

Dates: October 9-14, 2026

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Please note that the beds will be separated, despite how it appears in the photo

Should you wish to book this accommodation with a roommate, please send both of your names via email to krista@itskrista.com

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Triple Room
Triple Room
$3,250.00

Triple occupancy in a shared residences Villa (three participants in a room).

Cost: $3,250 USD per person

Dates: October 9-14, 2026

Triple Room 1: Photos 1-4

Triple Room 2: Photos 5-8

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What's Included

  • six-senses-ibiza-retreat

    Week-long accommodation at a beautiful wellness resort in Puglia, Italy.

  • Six Senses Breakfast Table

    Delicious locally-sourced organic meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

  • Daily workshops, intentional ceremonies, rituals and group activities led by Krista

  • Unstructured time to explore the surrounding area at your own pace

FAQ’S

  • Here’s a sneak peak into a day on the True Essence Retreat

    • Slow mornings in the Italian sun, beginning with coffee/ tea and a nourishing, seasonal breakfast

    • Healing session with Krista, held in a grounded and intimate container

    • A long, leisurely lunch featuring organic, locally sourced cuisine

    • Spacious free time to rest, wander, or walk to the ocean—allowing the work to gently integrate

    • An afternoon workshop with Krista, deepening the themes of the day

    • Dinner under the stars, shared slowly and intentionally

    • Evenings in community, connecting with new friends through conversation, laughter, and reflection

    (The official schedule will be sent closer to the retreat date)

  • Both Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) and Brindisi Airport (BDS) are great options for traveling to Masseria Specula.

    Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) is approximately two hours from Masseria Specula by car. As the larger airport, Bari offers a wider range of international and domestic flight connections, which may give you more flexibility when planning your travel.

    Brindisi Airport (BDS) is approximately one hour from Masseria Specula by car and may be a more convenient option depending on flight availability and your travel plans.

    We can help coordinate private airport transfers from either Bari or Brindisi to Masseria Specula, as well as return transfers at the end of the retreat. Airport transfers are an additional travel expense and will be the responsibility of each guest. We’ll coordinate details and share costs once everyone’s travel plans are confirmed.

  • Yes! We can help coordinate private airport transfers from both Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) and Brindisi Airport (BDS) to Masseria Specula, as well as return transportation at the end of the retreat.

    Airport transfers are an additional travel expense and will be the responsibility of each guest. Once everyone’s travel plans are confirmed, we’ll help coordinate the transfer details and share the associated costs.

  • Comfy casual clothing, hiking/workout clothes, warm outfits + layers, a white outfit that makes you feel empowered, spa essentials, bathing suit, journal + pen.

  • Yes, there are shared room options listed for booking.

  • Yes, the food is farm to table, collaborating with local farmers and sourcing organic + seasonal produce. There will be vegetarian, dairy free, gluten free options available.

  • This is a women's only retreat.

  • A 100 percent deposit is required to confirm the service. This is non-refundable within 24 hours of the booking time.