Top Secret Flea Market Shopping Retreat (Sold Out)
June 2 - Jun 6, 2026
A once-in-a-lifetime Italian shopping experience—designed for collectors, designers, and lovers of the hunt.
A La Fortezza exclusive experience.
This is your backstage pass to hidden flea markets, private vendors, and insider sources most travelers never find—guided by experts who know exactly where the best pieces are.
You’ll spend your days sourcing one-of-a-kind treasures… and your evenings unwinding in a stunning Tuscan retreat with incredible food, wine, and company.
This retreat is currently sold out.
But if this speaks to you, join the waitlist below—these spots go fast.
What Makes This Retreat Different
Access you can’t get on your own
Annette’s personal antiques expert takes you beyond the obvious markets to secret spots, private dealers, and curated sources.
Expert guidance while you shop
Learn how to spot quality, negotiate, and style your finds with confidence.
A small, intimate group
Only a handful of guests — for a personal, relaxed, and highly curated shopping experience.
A full sensory Italian experience
Markets, wine, meals, scenery, and slow living—all thoughtfully woven together.
What You’ll Experience
Each day blends discovery, learning, and relaxation. This is as much about how it feels as what you find.
Early access to local flea markets and antique fairs.
Visits to artisan workshops and private vendors.
Hands-on guidance for sourcing and styling your finds.
Relaxed, gourmet meals featuring local Tuscan cuisine and wine.
Time to unwind, explore, and connect with like-minded guests.
Guests of This Retreat
Love antiques, vintage, or unique home pieces
Dream of shopping like an insider in Italy
Want a curated, small-group experience (not a big tour)
Value authenticity, charm, and experiencing life like a local when you travel
What’s Included
Luxury boutique guest accommodations at La Fortezza
All meals, snacks, wine, cocktails, and espresso drinks on-site
Guided shopping excursions and market access
Transportation during scheduled activities
Expert hosting and styling guidance
Not included: airfare, some meals, personal purchases, and shipping of items.
Join the Waitlist for the Next Retreat
If this is your kind of experience, don’t wait until it’s announced publicly.
Join the waitlist to get early access to new dates before they sell out.