WEEK 1

Question 1

Accommodations

Wireless internet

All utilities

Bi-weekly cleaning service

Basic kitchenware

Sheets and bath towels

Note: Tier 1 cannot be booked as a shared room as it is often a twin bed size that will not fit two people. For couples or friends wanting to share a room, please book Tier 2 or 3.

Answer

All accommodation tiers consist of a private bedroom within walking distance of local facilities. For Wine in Italy, we use a combination of shared apartments and local hotels to house all participants. If you have a preference for an apartment or a hotel, please make a note in your book. However, we cannot guarantee any specific housing. For shared apartments, you will be matched with other Sojrn participants (usually 2-3 bedroom apartments) but you will always have a private room to yourself. Bathrooms are usually shared. If you would like to guarantee having your own apartment, please select Level 3 when booking. Your Tuscan home away from home will always come furnished, inclusive of:

Question 2

Sojrn Spaces

High-speed internet
air-conditioning
private rooms on request
printer and scanner

Answer

We know that having a reliable Wi-Fi is crucial to the success of working remotely. Our co-working space is always located near to you and set up for you to open your laptop and get work done. Your workspace comes with:

Question 3

Meals

Answer

Besides the two group meals at the beginning and end of your stay, there is no set meal plan so you are free to eat what you want, when you want. Your Chapter guide will include a list of recommendations for grocery shopping and restaurants.

Question 4

Travel

Answer

Flights are not included. For this chapter, the closest airport is Florence Peretola Airport. If you fly in on Day 1 of the Chapter, we include an airport transfer to your accommodations in Siena. Note: it may be cheaper to fly into Rome and take a train to Siena. In this case, we can arrange for a transfer for you from the Siena train station to your accommodations.

Question 5

Visas

Please note: While we will help point you in the right direction, Sojrn is not responsible for any participant’s inability to obtain the correct visa for any given chapter and cancellation fees will apply if a participant is denied the proper visa.

Answer

Visa requirements will vary depending upon nationality. Should you have questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us for assistance. HERE is a great resource to figure out what the visa requirements are for you.

Question 6

Budget

Example pricing for Italy:

Typical Italian Breakfast: 5 euros
Average take-away lunch in Tuscany: 7 euros
Average restaurant lunch in Tuscany: 12 euros
Average dinner in Tuscany (w/o alcohol): 25 euros

Answer

In-destination budgets vary depending upon your personal spending habits when it comes to food, travel, local adventures and other personal expenses. As a ballpark figure, we would suggest a minimum additional budget of 1,000 euros for the full 4 weeks. However, if you plan on doing multiple optional activities and eating at restaurants for most of your stay, budget at least 2,000 euros.

Question 7

Covid-19

For more information on our COVID protocols, please visit our FAQ page.

Answer

The health and safety of our customers is always our top priority. Each Chapter will have clear Covid-19 guidelines in place based on local requirements. As local ordinances are being updated regularly, we will share Sojrn policies closer to the program start date. We reserve the right to update these on an ongoing basis per the available data and recommendations of local authorities.

Question 8

Online Portal

Through this online hub, you can also book optionals and access resources that will supplement your learning about wine.

Answer

A month before your Sojrn, you will be invited to an online hub where you can connect with chaptermates, meet your local host, and get access to the Chapter Guide, which has all the information you need to have a successful Sojrn in Italy.

Question 9

In-Country Support

Local Host

Every chapter has a local host on hand throughout the 4 weeks of the Chapter with the aim of making sure you have everything you need to have a relaxing, productive and inspiring time in your temporary new home. Between the local host and Sojrn HQ, there is someone available 24/7 to help with any issues you might have.

Sojrn HQ

We are always available to answer any questions or concerns - before, during and even after your chapter is over. We pride ourselves on prompt responses and are happy to hear from you, whether by email, phone or ‘in person’ via a Zoom call, on how we could improve your stay or anything we need to prepare before your arrival.

Answer

Part of the benefit of traveling with Sojrn is the support we provide throughout your experience. From an on the ground local host, to our team at HQ, there is always someone available to help solve any issues you may encounter.