True transformation begins with stepping away from the everyday
Puglia
Puglia is a truly beautiful area in the heel of Italy and our Escapes are about 25 minutes from the the whitewashed old town of Ostuni. Famous for its beautiful scenery with coastal towns full of character and charm, fantastic food and wonderful markets with seasonal local produce.
The landscape of the area is truly breathtaking and varied.
The countryside offers huge potential for walks in nature and olive groves along with excellent wines and olive oils.
Our retreats are between Ceglie Messapica and Cisternino, both beautiful towns to visit and we shall be visiting them for our food and markets.
We have the pleasure of having Sophie Grigson of Trulli Delicious coming to prepare local produce for us and she is always happy to talk about her passion for the area and the local produce and culture.
The aim of our Enlightening Escapes is to allow you to immerse yourself in the dolce vita with a variety of wonderful experiences that are truly bespoke to our clients.
Upcoming escapes
Welcome to Enlightening Escapes, where luxury, self-care, and personal growth come together in beautifully curated escapes. Janet and Vanessa are the heart behind Enlightening Escapes – two friends with aligned values and vision, who share a deep commitment to self-care and empowerment, dedicated to providing bespoke escapes designed for relaxation, self-discovery, and transformation.
With a background in care, Janet has spent years running a successful care business, ensuring people feel supported and valued. Her love for hospitality and deep knowledge of Puglia, Italy, make her the perfect host, curating unforgettable experiences in breathtaking surroundings.
Vanessa, an Accredited Relationship and Divorce Coach, specialises in self-awareness, personal growth, and empowerment in all aspects of relationships. Her compassionate approach and expertise empowers people to build confidence, embrace change, and create fulfilling relationships with themselves and others. Her compassionate approach and expertise empowers people to build confidence, embrace change, and create fulfilling relationships with themselves and others.
Together, Janet and Vanessa have created “Enlightening Escapes” – a bespoke retreat experience designed to nurture the mind, body and soul, leaving you refreshed, inspired and truly cared for. Our guests really matter to us, so whether you’re investing in yourself right now because you are seeking a peaceful getaway or a journey of self-discovery, you’ll be welcomed with warmth, care, and a truly personal touch.
We really hope to see you soon.
Vanessa & Janet
