Novalume

The journey begins in Split, where Roman heritage meets contemporary Mediterranean life. Guests arrive at ACI Marina Split for a private welcome and boarding, followed by time to settle into their yacht and meet fellow guests. Each vessel is fully prepared in advance, with curated provisions, professional crew, and all onboard logistics arranged to ensure a seamless start.

In the afternoon, the flotilla departs Split, passing the Riva promenade and Diocletian’s Palace before opening onto the Adriatic. The first crossing leads to the island of Brač, with arrival in the coastal village of Sutivan, located between Supetar and Milna.

The retreat opens in the evening with a welcome soirée and dinner at the Lemongarden Hotel, set around the pool and garden terraces. Designed as both a social and cultural introduction to the retreat, the evening combines seasonal regional cuisine, live entertainment, and a surprise guest appearance. Guests are introduced to the retreat facilitators in an informal setting, offering direct access to the expertise that underpins the week ahead.

The morning begins with a relaxed sail along the southern coastline of Brač toward the vibrant town of Bol. Breakfast is enjoyed onboard at an unhurried pace, allowing time to ease into the day while taking in the open Adriatic.

On arrival, guests gather at Hotel Elaphusa for Wellbeing Atelier #1, hosted in a modern, purpose-designed setting. The session introduces self-awareness as the foundation of intelligent wellbeing, focusing on personal patterns, values, and decision-making. Led by the retreat’s facilitators, the atelier blends guided discussion with practical frameworks designed for real-world application. A light lunch is served during the session to maintain continuity and ease.

The afternoon is intentionally open. Guests may relax at Zlatni Rat, one of the Adriatic’s most recognisable beaches, or explore Bol’s waterfront, cafés, and boutiques. Returning to the yacht is possible at any time for those seeking privacy or downtime. Spa and wellness services, yoga, and a range of sport and water activities are available throughout the day, allowing each guest to engage as little or as much as they wish.

In the evening, a group dinner is available at a selected local venue, offering a relaxed social setting for those who wish to join. Guests are equally free to dine independently in Bol or return to their yacht, maintaining the flexibility and autonomy that define the retreat.

Morning begins aboard, with breakfast served against the backdrop of Bol and the surrounding coastline. The day brings a deeper focus on awareness, perspective, and the cultural fabric of the island.

Guests are invited to a mindfulness session with Ben Bidwell, followed by Wellbeing Atelier #2. Together, the sessions explore attention, reflection, and personal alignment as practical skills — examining how values and awareness shape choices in both professional and personal life. The approach is contemporary and applied, designed to be engaging without being prescriptive. A light lunch is served during the atelier.

The afternoon allows for individual choice. Guests may book Thalasso Wellness treatments, join yoga, take part in sport or water activities, explore Bol’s galleries, cafés, and waterfront, or return to their yacht for privacy and downtime.

Later, a private visit to Stina Winery is available for those who wish to join. The experience includes a guided introduction to the winery and a curated tasting of selected wines — from red or white ranges to the Stina Classics — accompanied by local cheeses, prosciutto, bread, and olives. The evening may continue independently in Bol or aboard the yachts, according to preference.

The day begins with an early departure from Bol, sailing west toward Stari Grad, one of the Adriatic’s oldest harbour towns. On arrival, the flotilla docks near Maslina Resort, a destination recognised for its contemporary design, sustainability ethos, and refined approach to wellbeing.

Breakfast is enjoyed onboard before guests are invited to a mindfulness session led by Ben Bidwell, setting a composed and focused tone for the day. This is followed by Wellbeing Atelier #3, which builds on earlier sessions by translating awareness into daily practice. The atelier introduces practical frameworks for applying mindfulness with consistency across work, relationships, and personal decision-making. Lunch follows in a relaxed setting.

The afternoon offers a range of options within Maslina Resort’s wellness environment. Guests may participate in a Pharomatiq wellness session, join a yoga session, or simply spend time by the pool and gardens. Full access to the resort’s wellness, leisure, and hospitality facilities is available throughout the visit, as is the option to return to the yachts at any point.

For those wishing to explore further, bicycles and scooters are available for an independent ride from Stari Grad to Hvar Town, connecting quieter coastal stretches with one of the region’s most vibrant centres. The remainder of the day and evening are shaped entirely by individual preference.

The morning begins with a short sail from Stari Grad to Hvar, arriving in one of the Adriatic’s most iconic and energetic destinations. On arrival, guests are invited to a breath-work session led by Ben Bidwell, offering a focused reset and a physical counterpoint to the previous days’ work.

The programme continues at Palace Elisabeth Heritage Hotel, where guests gather in a refined conference setting for Wellbeing Atelier #4. This session advances the retreat’s progression, exploring authenticity and alignment as applied qualities — how values translate into behaviour, leadership, and relationships. The atelier is structured and discussion-led, with a light lunch served during breaks to maintain ease and flow.

The afternoon shifts into a more social rhythm at Beach Club Hvar, with exclusive access to the Beach Club Peninsula. Guests may relax by the water, enjoy champagne and a light fruit offering, or take part in optional water activities. As always, time is flexible, allowing guests to stay, depart, or return to their yacht as they wish.

In the evening, the group is invited to dinner at Restaurant Gariful, one of Hvar’s most established dining addresses. Known for its seafood-led menu and harbour views, the dinner offers a relaxed yet elegant close to the day. Attendance is optional, allowing guests to shape the evening according to their preferences.

The morning is spent at leisure in Hvar Town. Guests may explore the historic centre, pass through St. Stephen’s Square, browse boutiques, or settle into a café overlooking the harbour. The pace is entirely self-directed, allowing time to enjoy Hvar before departure.

Later, the flotilla sails toward Palmizana in the Pakleni Islands, an archipelago known for its clear waters, secluded coves, and unspoiled landscape. On arrival, guests step ashore at Zori Timeless, a discreet waterfront destination offering a refined balance of privacy, nature, and understated luxury.

The programme continues with Wellbeing Atelier #5, which builds on earlier sessions by exploring courage and motivation as applied qualities — how momentum is sustained and change is navigated over time. The session remains structured and discussion-led, consistent with the retreat’s contemporary approach.

The remainder of the afternoon is open. Guests may explore Palmizana and the surrounding Pakleni Islands, swim in nearby coves, or spend time at Zori Timeless. A mindfulness session with Ben Bidwell is available for those who wish to pause and reset, while others may choose to explore optional activities in the archipelago, including hiking and kayaking.

In the evening, a group dinner is available at Zori Timeless for those who wish to join, offering a relaxed setting to enjoy the island atmosphere and cuisine. Guests are equally free to dine independently or return to their yacht, maintaining the flexibility that defines the retreat.

The final full day begins early with a sunrise meditation and breath-work session led by Ben Bidwell, offering a quiet moment of focus before the return journey.

Later in the morning, guests may choose between water activities in the surrounding coves or a yoga session designed to bring lightness and mobility into the body. Participation remains optional, allowing each guest to engage according to their energy and preference.

The programme concludes with Wellbeing Atelier #6, the final atelier of the retreat. This session draws together key themes explored throughout the week, focusing on integration and continuity — how insights translate beyond the retreat into daily life.

Following the session, the flotilla sails back toward Split. On arrival, guests may explore the city independently or join an optional guided city tour, offering expert insight into Split’s historic centre, including the substructures of Diocletian’s Palace beneath the Roman-era streets.

Later in the day, an olive oil tasting at Uje Gastro Rooms is available for those who wish to join, presenting a contemporary interpretation of Croatian culinary tradition through local varietals and regional flavours.

The retreat concludes with a farewell evening, featuring a surprise dinner setting and post-dinner entertainment, designed as a relaxed and celebratory close to the week. Details are intentionally revealed on the evening itself. Participation remains optional.

The final morning in Split is quiet and composed. Guests enjoy breakfast aboard, with time to take in the last views of the Adriatic before departure. A brief closing moment is available for those who wish to attend, offering space to settle and complete the week.

All departure logistics are handled seamlessly by the concierge team, from luggage and check-out to private transfers. The transition is smooth and efficient, allowing guests to leave without distraction.

The retreat concludes with a sense of restoration and renewal. Energy is steadier, perspective clearer, and the pace of the week carries forward beyond the journey itself. Novalume is designed to leave guests not only well travelled, but genuinely refreshed — ready to return with presence, focus, and ease.