Sardinia - September 7-13, 2025
MIDLIFE HEALTH AND WELLNESS: MENOPAUSE, BRAIN HEALTH, BREAST HEALTH, SEX AND NUTRITION
Join fellow 40+ women in stunning Sardinia for luxury, adventure, and straight talk about menopause and midlife health.
SOLD OUT! Stay tuned for our next trip in May 2026!
Join us for the Midlife Health and Wellness Retreat in Sardinia, an exclusive experience designed to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit. Set in one of the world’s most stunning destinations, this luxurious retreat blends five-star accommodations, Michelin-star dining, guided hikes through breathtaking landscapes, and world-class wellness expertise.
Guided by renowned health experts—Dr. Lauren Streicher, Dr. Pauline Maki, Dr. Lisa Larkin, and Dr. Dawn Mussalem—you’ll dive into transformative discussions on menopause, brain health, breast health, sexual wellness, and nutrition. Each day offers a balance of adventure, relaxation, and practical insights to empower your midlife journey.
Immerse yourself in Sardinia’s natural beauty, savor its exquisite cuisine, and revitalize your health through this unparalleled retreat. This is not just a trip—it’s an inspiring and life-changing escape.
More than a retreat—this is a luxurious, soul-nourishing journey through Sardinia. Join a small group of inspiring women and world-class health experts for eight unforgettable days of five-star accommodations, cultural immersion, stunning coastal adventures, and evidence-based education focused on midlife wellness. Every detail is thoughtfully curated to elevate your mind, body, and spirit—against the breathtaking backdrop of Sardinia.
$7,999 Per Person (Double Occupancy)
Meet Our Experts
Lisa Larkin, MD, FACP, IF, MSCP
Dr. Lisa Larkin is an accomplished internal medicine physician, women’s health expert, breast cancer survivor, and healthcare entrepreneur. As the Founder and CEO of Ms.Medicine, a national healthcare organization dedicated to advancing women’s primary care, she is a trailblazer in delivering personalized, evidence-based care to women at all stages of life.
Dr. Larkin has practiced internal medicine for over 30 years and is nationally recognized for her expertise in midlife women’s health, menopause, and sexual health. She is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and a past president of The Menopause Society. As a breast cancer survivor, she brings unique personal insight and empathy to her work, further fueling her passion for improving women’s health outcomes. Dr. Larkin’s forward-thinking approach and wealth of experience make her an invaluable contributor to our Midlife Health and Wellness Retreat in Sardinia, where she will share her expertise in menopause, breast health, and beyond.
Lauren Streicher, MD
Dr. Lauren Streicher is a renowned gynecologist, best-selling author, and leading expert in menopause and sexual health. As a Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, she has dedicated her career to empowering women with evidence-based solutions to manage hormonal changes and enhance quality of life.
Dr. Streicher is the founder and medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, where she delivers compassionate care to women navigating midlife transitions. Her popular books, including Hot Flash Hell and Sex Rx: Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever, have made her a trusted voice in women’s health. At the Midlife Health and Wellness Retreat in Sardinia, Dr. Streicher will bring her expertise and engaging communication style to conversations about menopause, sexual health, and living vibrantly in midlife.
Pauline Maki, PhD
Dr. Pauline Maki is a world-class researcher and educator in women’s cognitive health, menopause, and aging. A Professor of Psychiatry, Psychology, and Obstetrics & Gynecology at the University of Illinois Chicago, she also leads the Center for Research on Women and Gender. She serves as Senior Director of Research at the University’s Center for Clinical and Translational Science.
Dr. Maki’s research focuses on how hormonal changes impact brain function, mood, and memory, and she has authored over 200 publications in these areas. A past president of The Menopause Society, she advocates for advancing care and understanding in midlife health. Dr. Maki will join the Midlife Health and Wellness Retreat in Sardinia to share her expertise on brain health, cognitive wellness, and thriving during menopause.
Dawn Mussallem, DO, DipABLM
Dawn Mussallem, DO, DipABLM, is a double board-certified physician in Lifestyle Medicine and Integrative Medicine at Mayo Clinic, where she serves as a consultant in Hematology/Oncology. A cancer survivor and heart transplant recipient, Dr. Mussallem brings a rare blend of medical expertise and lived experience to her deeply compassionate, patient-centered approach.
Internationally recognized as a thought leader in lifestyle medicine, she has authored numerous scientific publications and delivered keynote presentations across the globe on nutrition, cancer survivorship, and women’s health. Her pioneering work emphasizes the transformative power of lifestyle—especially nutrition—in preventing disease, supporting healing, and enhancing vitality. Dr. Mussallem’s mission is to help individuals flourish through evidence-based, holistic care that ignites the sacredness of life.
Join us
Sardinia, Italy - September 7-13, 2025
Register now for the Midlife Health and Wellness Retreat in Sardinia. Secure your place on this exclusive journey designed to inspire, educate, and restore.
Our Itinerary
SEPTEMBER 7
Baglioni Resort
Arrive Costa Smeralda Olbia, Sardinia
Airport transfer to Baglioni Resort
Welcome cocktails (included) & Educational Lecture #1
SEPTEMBER 8
Baglioni Resort
Breakfast (included)
Lunch (included)
Boating Trip (included)
Cocktails & Educational Lecture #2
Dinner (included)SEPTEMBER 9
Breakfast (included)
Transfer to Petra Segreta (included)
SEPTEMBER 9
Petra Segreta Resort & Spa
Breakfast (included) at the Baglioni Resort
Transfer to Hiking
Guided Hiking (included)
Lunch (included)
Transfer to Petra Segreta Resort & Spa
Cocktails & Educational Lecture #3
Authentic Sardinian Dinner (included)
SEPTEMBER 10
Petra Segreta Resort & Spa
Breakfast (included)
Hiking or climbing (included)
Lunch on Your Own
Wine Tasting (included)
Cocktails & Educational Lecture #4
Dinner on Your Own
SEPTEMBER 11
W Hotel Sardinia
Breakfast (included) Petra Segreta
Transfer to Porto Cervo for Shopping
Lunch on Your Own
Transfer to the W Sardinia
Cocktails & Educational Lectures #5 & #6
Gala Dinner (included) Pedri Garden
SEPTEMBER 12
W Sardinia
Breakfast W Sardinia
Cocktails and Educational Lecture #7
Boating All Day Costa Smeralda
Lunch L’Aventura
Cocktails & Educational Lecture #8
Dinner at You Marian Restaurant (included)
SEPTEMBER 13
Departure to USA
Breakfast W Sardinia (included)
Private transfer to airport (included)
The Details
Double Occupancy - $7999 per person
Included in the Trip:
Duration: 6 Nights
Accommodations: 5-Star Hotels
Activities: Boating trips, hiking, shopping, and wine tasting
World-class women’s health experts
Meals: Daily breakfast, select lunches, and five unique Sardinian dinners
Transportation: Airport transfers and transportation to and from activities and between hotels
Not Included:
Round-trip airfare from USA to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport, Sardinia, Italy
One Dinner
Three Lunches
Spa Services
Alcohol (beyond wine included with dinners)
How to Get There:
From the US - Departure to Rome - Rome to Olbia, Sardinia
To the US - Depart Olbia, Sardinia, to Rome - Rome to US City
Ready to join us in Sardinia? Secure your spot now—space is limited.
FAQs
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Credit cards (3%fee), Check, ACH Bank Transfer
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Only 34 spots are available for our Sardinia 2025 journey.
An initial deposit of 50% ($4000) is due May 11, with the balance due June 15.
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Your initial deposit of $1000 is nonrefundable.
If you cancel before May 30, we will refund the amount paid, less the $1000 deposit and less a $500 cancellation fee.
After May 30 there are no refunds. -
We HIGHLY recommend travel insurance, but we do not offer it. You never know what could happen while you are traveling. There are many ways to obtain travel insurance, you can reach out if you need some help with this.
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The only transportation you will need to book are your flights from and to the USA to Olbia Sardinia.
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If you choose to room with someone you know that is going on the trip, you will let us know ahead of time. If not, we will have you fill out a questionnaire to decide who will be best to room together. We are all here for the same reason, and you will make forever friends on this adventure.
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Yes! You are welcome to choose single occupancy! The cost is $10,999
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Any further questions please reach out to Vesta Heath, Director of Operations and Development :vesta@hermedicine.org
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