SKYROSHOLIDAYSSkyrosThirty and blossoming<strong>The</strong> foundersSkyros was established in 1979, byAmerican psychologist Dr DinaGlouberman and Greek journalist DrYannis Andricopoulos. It was Europe’s firstever alternative holiday centre and remains<strong>the</strong> world leader. Skyros pioneered <strong>the</strong>holistic approach to life within a friendlycommunity setting in beautiful locations.Yannis Andricopoulos,Ph.D, a former politicaljournalist and editor <strong>of</strong> i-to-imagazine, is author <strong>of</strong> severalbooks on 20th century Greekand European history. Thisyear he published a trilogy – In Bed withMadness, <strong>The</strong> Greek Inheritance and <strong>The</strong>Future <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Past – inspired by his involvementin both <strong>the</strong> truculent world <strong>of</strong> politicsand <strong>the</strong> graceful, personal world <strong>of</strong> Skyros.Dina Glouberman, Ph.D,is <strong>the</strong> author <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> acclaimedbook <strong>The</strong> Joy <strong>of</strong> Burnout (2002),and <strong>the</strong> best-selling classic LifeChoices, Life Changes (5<strong>the</strong>dition 2003). She pioneeredImagework, <strong>the</strong> imagery-based approach tolife change. A former university lecturer andpsycho<strong>the</strong>rapist, she runs training courses inImagework worldwide.Who goes to Skyros?Skyros attracts mostly solo holidaymakersfrom all over <strong>the</strong> world. Although allages are represented, from 5 to 85,approximately 70 per cent <strong>of</strong> all p<strong>art</strong>icipantsare aged 30 – 50. During schoolholidays families are also p<strong>art</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> mix.P<strong>art</strong>icipants are overwhelmingly pr<strong>of</strong>essionals– from teachers and university lecturersto IT experts, managers and entrepreneurs.A huge majority – over 80 per cent – reportthat <strong>the</strong> Skyros experience had a lastingpositive effect on <strong>the</strong>ir lives. Nearly a thirdcome back again and again – even after <strong>the</strong>yhave said that Skyros was <strong>the</strong> ‘holiday <strong>of</strong> alifetime’.This year<strong>The</strong> <strong>of</strong>fice. <strong>The</strong> Skyros <strong>of</strong>fice has movedfrom London to <strong>the</strong> Isle <strong>of</strong> Wight. Pleasemake a note <strong>of</strong> our new contact details below.30th anniversary. Skyros’ 30th anniversarywill be celebrated in session 8(26 July – 8 August).Half-marathon. <strong>The</strong> Skyros half-marathonwill take place on 13 September.Guests. For <strong>the</strong> first time ever a limitednumber <strong>of</strong> places will be available to Guests,ie people who join <strong>the</strong> community, but not<strong>the</strong> courses, at a reduced rate.Venue. <strong>The</strong> Skyros Village Centre is availablefor hire ei<strong>the</strong>r side <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Skyros programme.Please contact <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>fice for details.Front cover. In Skyrian waters – KevinDibb with a Skyrian pony, by Prue Hawkes.Special guests. In July former Liverpoolfootballer, Mark Lawrenson, will coachSkyrian children. Actress and singer,Toyah Willcox will also join us giving motivationaltalks relating to diet and long term health.Skyros (NEW ADDRESS)9 Eastcliff Road, Shanklin,Isle <strong>of</strong> Wight PO37 6AA, UKTel: 44 (0)1983 86 55 66Fax: 44 (0)1983 86 55 37skype: skyrosholidayswww.skyros.com Email: <strong>of</strong>fice@skyros.com2
SkyrosFeels like coming home<strong>The</strong> idyllic and unspoilt islands <strong>of</strong> Skyros,Greece, and Koh Chang, Thailand, areblessed with sun-drenched beaches,crystal-clear waters, protected forestsand <strong>the</strong> heritage <strong>of</strong> an ancient land whosesustained development Skyros is committedto preserving. Havana, Cuba, is<strong>the</strong> romantic’s dream and Cambodia anadventure into a world <strong>of</strong> mystery.A Skyros holiday engages <strong>the</strong> individualin courses, activities and events that open<strong>the</strong> he<strong>art</strong>, expand <strong>the</strong> mind, recharge <strong>the</strong>body and uplift <strong>the</strong> spirit.<strong>The</strong> benefits <strong>of</strong> a Skyros holiday last longafter <strong>the</strong> suntan has faded. <strong>The</strong>y includenew friendships and relationships, newinterests, a fresh outlook or a new sense <strong>of</strong>direction. <strong>The</strong> sense <strong>of</strong> renewed confidenceand excitement about life is palpable.Poet Hugo Williams described Skyros as<strong>the</strong> holiday ‘you can take home with you’.‘ Let your hair down, take risks, expandhorizons, go on a Skyros holiday’.Mariella Frostrup, <strong>The</strong> IndependentSkyros <strong>of</strong>fers over one hundred courses allfacilitated by a distinguished internationalstaff. Courses are inspiring, entertainingand are usually held outdoors in <strong>the</strong>beautiful landscape.<strong>The</strong> Skyros community – informal,friendly, relaxed, and yet very vibrant– brings people toge<strong>the</strong>r in a way dailylife rarely does. Its safe and congenialatmosphere makes it possible to feelimmediately at home.Time Out summed up <strong>the</strong> Skyrosexperience as ‘<strong>the</strong> sheer, crazyoverwhelming joy <strong>of</strong> letting go and feelingalive’. Elle Magazine described it as‘magically successful thanks to its uniquealchemy <strong>of</strong> people, settings and ideals’.SKYROSHOLIDAYS3
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