FANTASY ISLANDS

EVERYONE IS YOU IF YOU HAD LIVED ANOTHER LIFE.

  • Live Venice through a fantasy life. Immerse yourself in an historical narrative of the city, as if in a dream, taking you to places and into confidences as befits your story. We offer:

    • off the shelf itineraries;

    • bespoke engagements designed with you;

    • or the opportunity to enjoy some mystery — just close your eyes and we will surprise you.

    All offers are flexible, custom friendly, and carefully tailored.

  • In one of the palazzo’s lining the Grand Canal — it’s yours to share with your new friends for four glorious nights.

    During the day you go your separate ways, to be enriched by physical and mental exertion, before returning to enjoy evenings in select company around good food and shared stories.

    A choice of rooms.

  • A seamless experience moving about the city getting to know the time and place, sensations, personalities and ideas in your narrative including:

    • 4 workshops working 1:1 with master crafts people or experts in their field (selection is narrative dependent but can be customised as you prefer).

    • 2 private escorted or expert led trails including landmarks, legends and lives from the 1600 year history of Venice.

    • Additional entertainments to bring your stay to life.

  • Everyday

    • Breakfast as you prefer.

    • Aperitif détente, at home.

    4 dinners:

    • Welcome home;

    • Meaning and life: exploring what it means to be human with guest artist facilitator;

    • Formal dinner with invited guests on the third evening;

    • Last night family meal, a special event in itself.

    • 1 well researched historical fiction tailored to your dreams;

    • 4 nights luxury accommodation;

    • 2 full days of highly personalised entertainment (we ventured);

    • full concierge service;

    • personal free time;

    • breakfast and evening meal everyday;

    • private transport and transfers.

    EXCLUDED: flights, insurance and lunch plus any other personal expenses or requested extras.

TRAVEL AN unfolding story…

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VENICE: 118 ISLANDS & 438 BRIDGES

Amazing stories, beautiful accommodation, innovative chefs and a program that builds connection to self and others. 

NEXT DATES

Monday 24 to Friday 28 November, 2025

Tuesday 2 to Saturday 6 December, 2025

STRICTLY LIMITED PLACES

Here’s what makes us different:

  • first of its kind immersive story experience;

  • continuous narrative with organic transitions;

  • includes opportunities not otherwise available;

  • nourishing but not group travel or a retreat.

Why it matters:

  • Purpose-built for a new way to perceive and feel with a distinct creative edge.

  • Customisable high value alternative for both first time and returning visitors.

  • More sustainable for the environment and humanity.

F.A.Q.

  • This is an experience for solo travellers — regardless of relationship status.

  • All rooms are doubles and, depending on the palazzo, have varying attributes.

  • We can assist with an extension to your stay.

  • The experience takes place in English but other languages will be spoken.

In support of

San Polo, Venice 30125 Italy

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