LA VITA BELLA WORKSHOPS
Writing retreat Paxos - Coming Soon
Our inaugural women’s creative writing and wellness retreat, this will be a week of relaxation, friendship, and full immersion in the wonderful life we have here in Greece, including creative writing workshops and practice for all abilities, as well as as wonderful home-cooked food in great settings, daily yoga sessions for all abilities, wild swimming, beach picnics, group lunches and much, much more.
Details to be released winter 2026, accommodation will be included in the package at either The Beaches or depending on numbers a second large house, with an reduced price option for those of you who are already staying here. Small classes with lots of attention, helping you on your way to finally getting that book, poem or memoir written in spectacular surroundings.
Suitable for all - Places limited to 10 people
€3000 per week
Come and make new friends, learn from passionate professionals, and enjoy all that beautiful Paxos has to offer. Contact Philippa (07976) 968162 or email stay@lavitabellapaxos.gr.
Painting Landscapes and the Sketchbook with Steven Buckler
Paxos landscapes and the sketchbook, using ink, paint and paper to capture the mediterranean vistas, Stephen specializes in capturing stillness and silence, the fizzing anticipation of rain or the earthy humidity that follows, and of course our warm soft lit Paxos days.
Falmouth based artist Steven has a strong and expressive style and his course will bring out the adventurer in you with rich colour and depth.
Suitable for all levels - Dates to be confirmed
€175 per day
1030 to 1530 with tea and coffee first thing and a lovely communal lunch, refreshments throughout the day are included
Materials list - bring with you your sketchbook, paper or acrylic boards, a couple of brushes, pencils and charcoal and any of your favourite acrylic colours you love to use or order a materials pack from us and pick it up when you get here. Table top easels will be provided.
Paxos Posh Cookery
All information and dates yet to be confirmed watch this space.
Our very own resident private chef gives a series of short demonstrations and the chance to try some things out for yourself as well as sample what's been made with a glass of wine before you leave.
Suitable for all levels - Dates to be confirmed
€150 per day
1030 to 1530 with tea and coffee and refreshments throughout the day provided and a lovely lunch.
Annual Olive Picking
New for winter 2026, have you ever fancied joining the Paxiots in their annual Olive picking, we are delighted to announce that we will be organising a convivial and wonderful weekend of Olive picking, including food, wine, and great company.
If you are interested in an out-of-season break and a glimpse of what life is like for people who live here, please get in contact or learn more.
SAMPLE LUNCH MENUS FOR COURSES
Do let us know before hand if you have any specific dietary requirements, unfortunately we are not able to cater for those with food allergies.
Sample menu
Homemade bread
Tzatsiki with pickled red onions
Whipped feta dip
Salad
Fresh mixed pickles
Frittata
Roast chicken
Greek Style lemon and oregano potatoes
Refreshments can include some of the following:
Homemade lemonade
Iced teas
Carbonated and still water
Coffee and tea normal and decaffeinated
Herbal teas
Wine with lunch
Cake of the day, for example (Pelion apple cake, coffee and walnut, Italian rice pudding cake, Paxos upside down apricot and flourless chocolate olive oil )