Hello!
Here's a few photos of our adventures (when NOT of a boat):
Anchorage was sunny and beautiful
I'm scared of heights people...
pretty much worth the trip.
We did every crazy adventure (zip-lining, adventure carts, white water rafting…) and saw every animal possible (bald eagles, whales, otters, salmon, wolves, sea lions, white horn sheep… AND bears!) So overall it was a fun week and I would recommend Alaska, just not a cruise that has you on the boat for 4 out of 7 days.
But now I'm back and getting to that long "to-do" list I have. I can actually say I've event tackled some of the things I've wanted to accomplish on my last blog post…
I started my bible journaling! It's AMAZING! I really enjoy the process and have also enjoyed spending more time in the word. I highly recommend joining this new way to express your creativity IN your bible! There's even a FB group you can join that I'm a part of called "Journaling bible Community" and would love to see you on there! Send a shout out to me if you join on there so I can say Hi! (I think I'm under my name, Laura McCollough, not akissonthechic)
Ok, now I wanted to update you on the two Creative Retreats for 2015 that are in Italy.
The good news for you is that THERE ARE STILL SOME SPOTS LEFT! So take a look at the details below… or you can go to the REGISTRATION PAGE ---> over there and see more information (or the FAQ page) and you can sign up via a PayPal deposit.
Each year as I look forward to the next Creative Retreats, I am amazed at how dreams really DO come true! It was my desire to blend all of my {loves} into one concept and I have done that with my weeklong events in Italy each year. And I am continually blessed and in wonder of how exciting it is to share CREATIVE time with each and every person that comes to these events. I would say it’s “Magical” in this part of Italy and that wouldn’t be far from the truth. But really, it’s just an awe inspiring place to bring together creative people to enjoy the culture, the beauty, the way of life and the food of Italy! You will go away with new friends, a new perspective on life and a creative spirit that will inspire you as you go forward... It’s life changing and life affirming. And those aren’t just my words... It’s been said countless times to me from the people who have come to my Creative Retreats.
So that is why I am writing this today. It is my desire to share this place with YOU. As you can probably already tell, it’s a passion of mine to host these Creative Retreats on the shores of beautiful Lago di Como, Italy. It is also my hope that you would consider joining me on next years adventure to Italy!
So here’s some of the details on BOTH Creative Retreats in Italy next summer:
1. Creative “Scrapbook” Retreat - June 13 - 20, 2015
For next year I am changing things up a bit and including MORE than ever before and doing NEW things!! As each year goes by I learn new things as I put these events together. This helps me to grow and offer an exciting new week for everyone involved! This week will be an exciting week with two AMAZING Mixed Media artists, Céline Navarro & Zoey Scarpelli. Both are FROM Europe and will share with us very CREATIVE and EXCITING ways to record our memories!
Here's a preview of what the 4th Annual Creative Retreat in Italy will include:
Bellagio, Italy ~ 7 Nights ~ June 13 - 20, 2015 - $3,250pp (family pricing available)
- 7 nights at the Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni Apartments or Hotel Florence
- Opening Reception overlooking the gorgeous lake
- Day trip to Milan for the Worlds Fair - 2015 (The theme is FOOD… good choice Italy!)
- 4 Classes by 2 amazing European Mixed Media / Scrapbook Artists!!
~ Céline Navarro & Zoey Scarpelli ~
- Exploring Lake Como on beautiful vintage boats
- Tour of Bellagio, including the history of this region by a local tour guide
- Ferry's to surprise locations for exploring
- Tours of famous Villa's and gardens on the lake
- Cooking Class with hands on instruction from a famous Top Chef of Italy
- All breakfast included in the gorgeous breakfast rooms at either hotel
- Almost all lunches and dinners in gorgeous locations around the lake are included!
- Grand Finale at Mistral - GHVS Michelin Star Restaurant
- Transfer to and from MXP airport is included on a luxury private bus
- Taxi's and Ferrys to and from dinners and excursions
- Hotel and room taxes included
- Classes and Crop time in the beautiful event room with a view of Lake Como
- Wonderful products from our SPONSORS
- Free Make-n-Takes
- Handmade "Swag Bags"
- Amazing SURPRISES I can't reveal yet…
- Plus time to relax by the GHVS pool, or stroll the cobblestone streets
- Live music in the music room each night
- And…an unforgettable experience in Italy you will treasure forever!!
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2. Creative “Art & Faith” Retreat - July 11 - 18, 2015
I am excited to be hosting an Art retreat again! If you followed me this year on FB or IG, you noticed that Jeanne Oliver and I “co-hosted” an art event in Bellagio this summer. It was an amazing week and I was honored to combine forces with her. So I’ve asked her to come back AGAIN and teach for me next summer, but in a little bit different way. I’ve had a vision for a while to put together one of my Creative Retreats as an “Art & Faith” retreat. I’ve decided to finally do that for this retreat next year and I can’t tell you how thrilled I am about this! Jeanne Oliver and Stephanie Ackerman are super excited to teach with me and share their journeys and their God given talents with us and I’m sure you will be inspired and blessed during this weeklong event. I have a few surprises for this week that I can’t WAIT to share with you, so I hope you will consider joining us!
Here's a preview of what the Creative “Art & Faith” Retreat will include:
Bellagio, Italy ~ 7 Nights ~ June 13 - 20, 2015 - $3,250pp (family pricing available)
- 7 nights at the Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni Apartments or Hotel Florence
- Opening Reception overlooking the gorgeous lake
- Tour of Bellagio, including the history of this region by a local tour guide
- Day trip to a beautiful Monastery from the 7th Century on Lake Como
- 4 Classes in the beautiful event room with 2 amazing Mixed-Media artists:
~ Stephanie Ackerman & Jeanne Oliver ~
- Exploring Lake Como on beautiful vintage boats
- Ferry's to surprise locations for exploring
- Tours of famous Villa's and gardens on the lake
- Cooking Class with hands on instruction and a beautiful meal YOU made!
- All breakfast included in the gorgeous breakfast rooms at either hotel
- Almost all lunches and dinners in gorgeous locations around the lake are included!
- Grand Finale at Mistral - GHVS Michelin Star Restaurant
- Transfer to and from MXP airport is included on a luxury private bus
- Taxi's and/or Ferry’s to and from dinners and excursions
- Hotel and room taxes included
- Classes and art time in the beautiful event room with a view of Lake Como
- Wonderful products from our SPONSORS
- Free Make-n-Takes
- Handmade "Swag Bags"
- Amazing SURPRISES I can't reveal yet…but they are AWESOME!
- Plus time to relax by the GHVS pool, or stroll the cobblestone streets
- Live music in the music room each night
- And…an unforgettable experience in Italy you will treasure forever!!
PLEASE NOTE: I can only take 20 people on both of these Creative Retreats so the spots are filling up fast! Make sure you email me if you want to be included in one of these retreats soon so I can reserve a spot for you or put you on the wait list.
Have you dreamed of visiting the charming old world towns, the beautiful scenery or the magnificent architecture around every corner? Do you love to CREATE, be INSPIRED and make MEMORIES you will cherish forever? How about combining all of these things into a wonderful week with us?
All these photos were taken by me, using my iPhone
I really hope you will consider joining one of my Creative Retreats next year... You won’t regret it, and you WILL treasure it forever.
Again, always feel free to email me! I am available to answer any questions you may have.
There is a vey limited amount of sign-ups available for this event, so sign up soon!
Have a GREAT day and I hope to see you at one of my Creative Retreats next year!!
Hugs to all,
Laura McCollough
YES... you can come to my retreats with your family or friends who want to enjoy the week WITH YOU! (and they don't have to do any art) Email me for special details and pricing!
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