La Dolce Vita Retreats Announces the 2010 Retreats, Adapting to Shifting Trends in the Luxury Market

La Dolce Vita Retreats Announces the 2010 Retreats, Adapting to Shifting
Trends in the Luxury Market

IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Janice Briggs designed the ultimate in
women's international retreats for her inaugural year. Selecting five stunning
European locations and developing dynamic wellness workshops for 2009, she
launched to great fanfare in October 2008 - the same month the financial world
was shaken by the global economic downturn.

By no means frivolous, La Dolce Vita Retreats are by all accounts, the epitome
of luxurious women's vacations focused on mind, body and spirit renewal.
Cognizant of a new reality resulting in permanent changes in the spending
habits of her clientele, Ms. Briggs has adjusted her programs to accommodate
more conservative trends. "The world has changed," Briggs said, "and everyone
must provide maximum flexibility and value without compromising quality."

Determined not to alter any activities or excursions, nor change the hotel
venues, she has made several options available resulting in savings
opportunities.

Briggs now offers a choice of room categories, single or double occupancy, in
addition to junior suites, single or double occupancy. Formerly, all
accommodations were strictly junior suites, single occupancy.

In addition to cost options, she offers "companion specials" for
husbands/partners, as non-participating guests, with pricing variations
ranging from free to an additional $2000 depending on location and meal
options. Non-participating guests can also be a friend, mother or daughter
invited to "come along". "In spite of the weak dollar, I have negotiated
better pricing for all my retreats," Briggs states, "and for two of the
retreats, a non-participating companion is free including luxury car transport
to and from the airport, lodging and breakfast at no additional charge."

Retreats are held in March at exquisite Chateau Saint Martin, Cote d'Azur; in
April at the incomparable Hotel Splendido, Portofino; May, at the stunning
Hotel Caruso in Ravello, Amalfi Coast; Mallorca, Spain in September at the
sumptuous La Residencia; finally, at magnificent Villa San Michelle, Florence
in October. Each retreat features activities incorporating the highlights of
the region.

Briggs, a professional Life Coach, is confident the time is right for such a
unique travel opportunity. According to Briggs, "During stressful times, one
needs to invest in oneself and well-being. We need renewal more in hard times
than easy times. My programs are designed for the woman who wants to nourish
her mind, body and spirit while enjoying experiential travel, a bit of luxury
and the camaraderie of women that fosters personal growth."

The retreats make for memorable gifts. "A gift like this will be cherished,
particularly now that it can be shared with a loved one," Briggs said.

About La Dolce Vita Retreats
La Dolce Vita Retreats provides women with international travel opportunities
that combine experiential learning and creative self-expression to enhance the
mind, body and spirit. The opportunity to relax while also expanding one's
horizons makes for the experience of a lifetime. Learn more at
www.ladolcevitaretreats.com

SOURCE La Dolce Vita Retreats

Janice Briggs of La Dolce Vita Retreats, +1-949-752-0652,
janicebriggs@ladolcevitaretreats.com