CHILL, CONNECT, CREATE

in Tuscany

Like a Love Affair with LIFE Itself

October 5 – 12, 2024

Imagine a week to yourself under the Tuscan sun. A week focused on YOU; rediscovering who you are, what you want, what makes you happy.

Do you have a dream, something you want to do or create, but don’t know how? Or maybe you don’t know what you want, but would like to find out?

Perhaps you are feeling a bit lost, stuck or unsure of what to do next? Or maybe you just want to take a break, relax, and enjoy yourself?

The Chill – Connect – Create Camp is a place where you can come and explore, enjoy, grow, transform, have fun, just BE.

Being in Tuscany is like having a love affair with LIFE itself.

Life is short. Life is beautiful. Life is NOW. Let’s enjoy it!

Imagine 7 days of…

Chill

breathe and relax. Take in the breathtaking beauty of the Tuscan landscape while enjoying the exquisite food, wines and experiences the region can offer. Feel how your senses are awakened as you give yourself some well-deserved YOU time.

Connect

with yourself, the true essence of you. Reflect on your purpose and values, your talents and dreams. Have inspiring and meaningful conversations with new friends, reflect on life, professionally facilitated and guided along the way.

Create

something you want to create, whether a piece of art, a new project, or maybe a plan for your life, surrounded by people who will help, support and cheer you on. Feel your creative juices flow as you  start creating a life that makes your heart sing.

Camp

living in an old, authentic farmhouse in the heart of Chianti, Tuscany, far from everyday life, expectations and hassle. Enjoy relaxed, informal, inspiring socialising with other “campers” and alone time when you prefer that.

Enjoy life, learn, grow, and feel ALIVE.

Are you longing to add something fresh to your life? Maybe carve out more "me time"? Bring in some peace, joy, or excitement into your life? Maybe create a piece of art, start writing a book, get a new project off the ground, or maybe change your career path?

Whatever it is, know that it's already inside you. Being human means being creative. Sometimes, all we need is a little loving push, a bit of inspiration and guidance, and the right atmosphere to let our creativity loose.

I'm Annicken R. Day, the author of the novel "Fly, Butterfly" and the host of the Chill, Connect, Create Camps.
Fly, Butterfly is a story about a woman who learns the power of relaxing, connecting with herself, and creating the life she really wants. Her story shows that it’s not an easy path, but that the reward of living a happy, fulfilled life, is worth the journey we go on to get there.

I am thrilled to welcome you to join me in Tuscany, one of the most beautiful places on earth, for a wonderful and enjoyable experience that will leave you rested, inspired, energised, and – possibly – transformed.

Spread your wings and Fly, Butterfly!

The Place

Chianti's landscape, nestled in the heart of Tuscany, Italy, is a captivating tapestry of rolling hills adorned with vineyards, olive groves, and ancient villages.

Located only 30 minutes south of Florence, Chianti is not only known for its formidable wines but also for being one of the most picturesque areas with medieval villages and an environment that inspires us to moves a bit slower, take things a bit lighter, and simply joy the beauty of life; the cultural heritage, the breathtaking nature, and the local food and wine, which take enjoyment to the next level.

The Tizzano Farmhouse is part of an organic farm spanning 300 hectares, a splendid 16th century stone farmhouse sat on a hill-top within in the “Gold Tuscan Triangle” between Florence, San Gimignano and Siena. The villa offers air-conditioned bedrooms, large private pool and an elegant cobbled courtyard overlooking the magical countryside of rolling hills peppered with hamlets, vineyards, woodlands and olive groves. The views are made even more majestic when accompanied by a the beautiful sunset that is simply breathtaking from Tizzano's position in the hills.

A country retreat of an aristocratic Italian family for several generations, it carries the patina of centuries-old love and care. The villa’s has been retained throughout with antiques, art objects, comfortable sofas and shelves filled with rare books. This stylish atmosphere envelopes the three seating areas, one with beautiful vaulted ceilings, which provide plenty of quiet reading corners as well as space for the whole party to gather.

Every bedroom in the house has its unique design and charm, half of them with en-suite bathroom, half of them sharing bathroom with one other room. All bedrooms are double but can be booked for single use.

The Program

Every morning delicious coffee (or tea) and a traditional Italian breakfast with bread, pastries, fruit and yoghurt is available between 8 am and 10.30.

Between 8.30 and 9.30, we offer light yoga classes (perfect for beginners) and meditations, which will help us set intentions for the day.

Around 10.30 am we gather for our daily session, to explore the art of Chill, Connect and Create, each day dedicated to one of the C’s. Through self-reflection and group discussions we will go on a journey together, designed to increase self-awareness, self-knowledge and inspiration to start creating whatever you want in your life.

Around 1.30, lunch is served, made by our private chef; created with fresh, local ingredients, enjoyed with beautiful, local Chianti wines.

In the afternoons you can relax, explore, walk, bicycle, read, write, swim, sleep, or maybe have a wonderful massage with our amazing massage therapist Sigridur.

Around sunset we gather for an aperitivo, a pre-dinner drink, while we look forward to another delicious meal in wonderful company, accompanied with regional wines.

Most meals will be enjoyed in the Farmhouse, but some days we venture out, for lunch in the charming, medieval town of Barberino Val d’Elsa, wine tasting at a local winery, and visit the best pizzeria in town.

The program is flexible, dynamic and may be changing, just like life itself.

And by the way, if you feel like making your own agenda one day, that’s perfectly fine too. There's no shoulds or musts this week. Only wants.

Because this week is all about YOU.

What you will experience…

  • A uniquely designed Tuscan experience, created by locals

  • Wonderful food and wine like only the Italians can make it.

  • Visit local wineries, restaurants, explore the tastes of Chianti.

  • Meaningful and heart- expanding vacation/get-away.

  • Time to relax and just BE.

  • An environment of joy, expansion and creativity.

  • Perspectives on life and more clarity on your way forward. 

  • Inspiration and tools to navigate life & career choices.

  • Unleash new levels of creativity. 

  • Experience sense of community, meet new friends. 

  • Deep conversations and lighthearted fun. 

  • Extraordinary beauty, connection with nature.

  • Fuel for the brain, balm for the soul.

  • Have FUN!

  • Create memories that will stay with you forever. 

What earlier “Campers” say:

"Annicken's camp was a fantastic experience and has been a real eye-opener and invoked changes in my life and the other camp participant's lives."

Elisabeth Mariann Knutsen

"The week in Tuscany was a unique, personal, holistic and magical experience.
My joy for life has returned."

Sol Halvorsdatter

"Attending the Chill, Connect, Create Camp was the best decision I’ve ever made.”

Mona Hegrenes

Camp Fees


Accommodation at Tizzano Farmhouse, Barberino Val d’Elsa, Toscana

October 5 - 12, 2024

  1. Shared double room with private bath: 2190 Euros

  2. Double room, single use, shared bath: 2390 Euro

  3. Double room, single use, privat bath:

    2790 Euros.

Included in the Camp Fee:

  • 7 days of Chill, Connect and Create.

  • Shared or single bedroom in an authentic Tuscan farmhouse.

  • Daily yoga & meditation sessions

  • All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) at the farmhouse & in local restaurants, including drinks and wine.

  • Wine tasting at local winefarm.

  • Daily aperitivos.

  • Professional coaching, guidance, and facilitation.

  • Learn effective tools and mindsets for personal and professional growth.

  • A uniquely designed program filled with experiences, learning, growth, and enjoyment.

    NOT included:
    Transportation to the venue (but we can help arrange it)
    Massages (90 euros for 90 minutes).

Payment terms:

You can pay by bank transfer, PayPal or credit card. Payment options will be provided when we know which camp you want to attend and which room category you want.

May camp: full payment required, since the camp is less than 8 weeks away.

October camp: Secure your spot for 750 EUR now, pay the remaining amount 8 weeks ahead of the camp.

Cancellation policy: The deposit of 750 EUR is non-refundable but can be transferred to a later camp if your plans change.

Cancellations after 8 weeks ahead of the event can only receive a refund if we are able to sell the spot to someone else.

Ready to join?
Get in touch!

Or Contact me directly:

annicken.day@gmail.com

Phone/SMS/Whatsapp:
+47 98289891

or via DM/social media

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We recommend that you fly to Florence (40 minutes away) or Pisa (1 hour 20 minutes away) an either rent a car or ask us to arrange pick up for you.
    Tizzano Farmhouse, where we will be staying, is only a short drive, or 20 minute walk, from the charming medieva town of Barberino Val d’Elsa.

  • Bring yourself, some comfortable shoes and clothes, something you’d like to read, write or work on, an open mind and a good dose of curiosity, and you’ll be good to go :)

  • No problem at all. Just notify us in advance and we wlll make sure your needs are met. If you don’t drink wine we make sure there are plenty of non-alcoholic options as well.

  • Many never have, and attending a camp is a perfect first experience of traveling alone, without feeling alone. Let us know if you want us to arrange for your pick-up at the airport and we will make sure you feel extra taken care of when you first arrive at the camp. This will be an amazing experience for you, and traveling alone is the best way to make new friends.

  • Men are of course more than welcome to join! In fact, we would love to have more men attend as we value the balance between feminine and masculine energies and the different experiences and perspectives everyone bring.

  • Of course! This week is about you. We offer an inspiring program, experiences and social gatherings, but you don't have to attend everything if you don't want to. Many crave alone time, as it can be hard to get enough of that in a busy daily schedule. If alone time is what you need, alone time is what you will have.

  • The reason many people feel stuck in their lives or careers is that they don't have enough time to check in on how they are feeling, or reflect on what they really want. And even if they do they don't feel they have the time, energy or resources to go out and do it.

    This Camp can be your chance to get some perspectives on your life and career and to get the tools, coaching and support you need to move your life in the right direction. And when you start moving forward, you will feel less stuck. So yes, we believe it will help. But ultimately, it will be up to you and the work you are willing to put into it.

  • You've chosen the right place to do exactly that! Indulge in all the beauty, enjoyment and fun activities that this Camp experience can offer. What you put into it is what you will get out of it. And enjoyment is something we certainly can guarantee!

  • Then you just reach out to Annicken directly to ask any question you may have:

    annicken.day@gmail.com Call/text/Whatsapp +4798289891

    Or contact her via Insta/FB/LinkedIn

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