ANNOUNCING A WOMENS ONLY "A WEEK...OR TWO WITH MARY AT GENIUS LOCI" - OCTOBER 20-27 AND OCTOBER 28-NOVEMBER 4, 2009.
view from Genius Loci in October
Enjoy a week...or two at magical Genius Loci sharing Mary's Umbria during the SPECTACULAR FALL SEASON of crimson reds, burnt oranges and flaming yellows. Enjoy the inn exclusively as YOUR home away from home, with a FLEXIBLE program where YOU choose from a "menu" of possibilities, doing as much or as little as YOU LIKE among a selection of leisurely-paced daytrips for guided visits to the greatest works of Umbrian art, cooking lessons, meals in typical restauarants, wine tastings, visits to olive oil mills with a snack of bruschetta dipped in the newly pressed extra virgin olive oil, observing wine-making in the Genius Loci winery, to mention just a few. FOR THOSE WHO PREFER TO SCHEDULE THEIR OWN PERSONAL OUTINGS ON THEIR VERY OWN SCHEDULE, IT IS ADVISABLE TO RENT A CAR EITHER AT THE ROME AIRPORT OR AT THE FOLIGNO TRAIN STATION TO GUARANTEE MAXIMUM INDEPENDENCE - THE DRIVING IS EASY WITH OUR HELPFUL INSTRUCTIONS AND DIRECTIONS.
glorious fall in Umbria - a season of inspiration and renewal, of solace and peace
Enjoy an "à la carte program", choosing among an array of enticing proposals (découpage lessons, photography, blogging, journaling, creative writing, Italian conversation hours, visits to prestigious artisan workshops with ample time for shopping or cozy afternoons curled up next to the fireplace sipping wine and roasting chestnuts on the open fire).
olive picking in Ocotber at Genius Loci
Genius Loci surrounded by fall beauty
typical Umbrian farm house near Genius Loci
Imagine renting a bike and exploring the immediate area of vineyards, olive groves and hill towns and having a massage upon your return, followed by a blissful nap with aroma therapy in your luxurious room, coming down for appetizers and wine as we prepare either to go out to dinner or stay in-house for a traditional mixed roast meats, hearth cooked dinner.
Imagine having quality leisure time to soak up the fall beauty, to linger over a cappuccino or a glass of prosecco to converse with others about your travels, impressions, experiences in Italy and hear some of my stories about my 40 years in Umbria!
Imagine the fun of testing your skills at the informal Italian Conversation Hours.
Imagine being able to help mold a "program" with YOUR ideas and input. Above all, simply imagine the relaxed atmosphere of "a week...or two at Genius Loci" in the heart of Umbria, capturing the very essence of this magical region in the fall...before returning, rested and serene, to your busy lives.
THE GENERAL IDEA:
One or two weeks at Genius Loci Country Inn in a single or double room either from October 20-27 and/or October 28-November 4.
These dates give us the marvelous opportunity to see the magnificent scenery of the crimson reds, oranges and yellows of the vineyards at their peak! Both dates would allow mild-enough temperatures for getting around with cool enough temperatures to enjoy the coziness of the inn's fireplace.
Included:
* 7 nights at Genius Loci with continental buffet breakfast
* one welcome dinner in a local restaurant
* 1 hearth-cooked dinner at Genius Loci of local pork specialties
* all-day coffee
* mineral water in room
* aperitif and appetizers before dinner
striking contrasts of fall colors
the unique fall light casts its spell on the countryside
Menu of options to choose from (prices to be determined soon):
* transportation from and to FCO for a minimum of 6 guests who can meet a general arrival time
* renting your own car either in at FCO Rome or Foligno
* viewing of the art treasures in Assisi with a guide, transportation included
* viewing of the art treasures in Spello and Montefalco, transportation included
* trip to Deruta with a free workshop-tour and time for shopping, transportation included
* trips to Bevagna, Montefalco and Spello, transportation included
* trip to one of the outstanding medieval Benedictine abbeys, transportation included
* Italian conversation hours at Genius Loci
* half-day cooking lesson of Umbrian specialties with lunch
* découpage lesson
* bike rental
* in-room massage with aroma therapy
* free time as you desire
the view of the vineyards from Genius Loci
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO JOIN US PLEASE CONTACT ME TO SHARE YOUR IDEAS AT: info@geniuslociumbria.com
I will be happy to give you more information and pricing as soon as I have a better idea of interest and preferences. Together, let's make this a "winning" formula!
Bookings for "A Week...or Two at Genius Loci with Mary" will be made on a first-come-first-serve basis for either single or double rooms. Remember, space will be limited in our eight-room inn!
For those of you unfamiliar with Genius Loci Country Inn, please visit our website at: www.geniuslociumbria.com
Comments (5)
I would love to do this if I can talk my daughter into coming to at that time - always told her I would take her to Italy.
Posted by Lilly | October 8, 2008 10:53 AM
Posted on October 8, 2008 10:53
You are really tempting me with those unbelievable photos-I want to come over right now, not next year!
Posted by janie | October 8, 2008 2:52 PM
Posted on October 8, 2008 14:52
Lilly, that would be wonderful, a mother-daughter trip to beautiful Umbria in the fall.
Janie, wish you could do both this fall and next.
Posted by Mary Tacconi | October 8, 2008 3:26 PM
Posted on October 8, 2008 15:26
Mary, your photos are exquisite. When I recently visited Genius Loci, it was immediately apparent how beautiful the location is. But until I saw these photos, I didn't realize how spectacular it must be in autumn!
And I think your plan is brilliant! So many great options but no pressure to be locked into a heavy schedule.
Posted by sandrac | October 8, 2008 4:46 PM
Posted on October 8, 2008 16:46
Mary, how I would love to be a part of this. What fun it will be.
Posted by Jane | October 9, 2008 5:32 AM
Posted on October 9, 2008 05:32