Fit & Fly French Riviera
may 14 - 21, 2022
Join us for Fit & Fly French Riviera, which will be held at private villas in Vence, France May 14 - 21, 2022. The Retreat Host is Jane Robertson, and the Fitness Instructor is Hannah Davis.
Fit & Fly French Riviera is the perfect retreat for someone who . .
is interested in exploring the South of France - and Monaco! - with a group of like-minded women on a girlfriend getaway
enjoys a blend of fitness, spa, and cultural activities while on vacation
wants to feel at home (in the South of France!) at private villas in the countryside with a personal chef preparing the group’s meals
prefers a vacation that is on the move (Sunday in Grasse, Tuesday in Saint-Tropez, Wednesday night in Monaco, and Friday in Cannes!)
VENCE
Vence is a historic village in Southern France set in the hills of the Alpes-Maritimes between Nice and Antibes. The old town of Vence is encircled by a medieval wall, inside of which outdoor cafes, beautiful cathedrals, and art galleries are situated. Vence's Place du Grand Jardin hosts a fruit, vegetable, and flower market several days a week as well as an antiques market once a week. Called the "City of Art," Vence is a town of painters, sculptors, and writers and has been home to famous artists Chagall, Dufy, and Matisse. Centrally located in the French Riviera, Vence is positioned 30 minutes from Nice, 45 minutes from the beaches of Cannes and one hour from the cosmopolitan principality of Monaco. In addition, the world's "capital of perfume," Grasse, France, is a short drive away as well as numerous French wineries and gourmet, Michelin-starred restaurants.
The villas
Fit & Fly Girl French Riviera will be held at three private villas located in the hills of Vence. The first villa is comprised of five bedroom and three bathrooms; the second villa is comprised of three bedrooms, each with an ensuite bathroom; and the third villa is comprised of five bedrooms, each with an ensuite bathroom. All bedrooms in the villas have air conditioning. Meals will take place under a covered area outdoors at one of the three villas.
The three villas have modern kitchens, dining rooms, and living rooms. Entertainment options inside the villas include complimentary WiFi, televisions with international channels, and DVD and CD players. Each villa has a swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs. Views of the Mediterranean Sea and the Alpes-Maritimes mountains are visible from the villas.
The villas are ideally situated for morning walks and are just a five minute drive to Vence, a 30 minute drive to the Nice airport and 45 minutes from the beaches of Cannes.
Please note that the villas are not located within close walking distance of the village of Vence, shops, or sightseeing. The group will only have drivers during planned retreat activities, and taxis or Ubers may be difficult to obtain. You may want to consider renting a car for additional exploring of the region.
fitness classes and excursions
Hannah will lead daily fitness classes, including HIIT, cardio, strength and conditioning, and yoga. Guests will enjoy a complimentary massage at Chateau Saint-Martin Hotel and Spa. Meals at the villa will be prepared by our personal chef, Kate Tarratt Cross.
During the retreat there will be various excursions throughout the French Riviera, including a day trip to Cannes with catamaran trip along the Cote d'Azur; a make-your-own perfume workshop in the “Perfume Capital of the World,” Grasse; and a day trip to Saint-Tropez for shopping and lunch followed by a wine tasting at Chateau d’Esclans in Provence. One night during the retreat, the group will have the opportunity to go out for an evening in Monaco for dinner, cocktails, and a visit to the Monte Carlo Casino.
Fit & Fly Girl French Riviera builds free time into the schedule to relax and sit by the pool with a book, get a massage, go shopping, or simply hang out in the villa with the other women on the retreat.
Please note that non-retreat guests will be on the catamaran trip. Additionally, while the retreat is currently scheduled to take place during the Cannes Film Festival, please note that the festival dates could be changed due to COVID as happened in 2020 and 2021.
