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Retreat for authors on the sailing ship in Greece


Let us write together! Get your individual inspiration on the ocean, or in the snow.

Collect ideas, write your first text, book, your thesis, dissertation: This is the right place to do that.

Enjoy travelling, while using the quiet times for your texts, and the times in between for discovery excursions.

We motivate each other, exchange ideas and experiences, collect valuable impressions, experiences and information.

Writing Retreat Oceanic Inspiration

Dates:

Sat., Aug. 16th (arrival) - Sat., Aug. 23rd 2025 (departure) - 7 nights.

Sat., Aug. 23rd (arrival) - Sat., Aug. 30th 2025 (departure) - 7 nights.

Sat., Aug., 30th (arrival) - Sept., 6th 2025 (departure) - 7 nights.

Sat., October 4th - Sat., October 11th 2025 (departure) - 7 nights.

Sat., October 18th - Sat., October 25th 2025 (departure) - 7 nights.

 

For individually adapted dates: Please ask when booking two cabins for two people each.

Writing retreat Oceanic Inspiration

Accompanied author: Accomodation in double cabin, used by two, price per person.

7 nights, 2 simple meals per day on board, 4 selected retreat spots.

1 free workshop in English and/or German.

Boat transfer to writing spots included.

Bed cloths and towels for usage.

 

Focused author: Accomodation in double cabin, one person, price per person.

7 nights, 2 simple meals per day on board, 4 selected retreat spots.

1 free workshop in English and/or German.

Boat transfer to writing spots included.

Bed cloths and towels for usage.

 

General: Colleagues from the organisations "Mörderische Schwestern", and the Selfpublisher Verband get discounts! Please contact me directly before, or after payment!

CHF 2 990.00 1

CHF 2 590.00

  • Available
  • Nach Zahlungseingang ist Ihr Platz sicher und Sie erhalten sofort weitere Infos / After receipt of payment your space is secured and you immediately receive further information.

Reduction of 30 % is possible, when booking directly. Please contact me for further questions and the reduction!

Details about the writing retreat

Download
DISCOVER WOR(L)DS writing retreat.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Dokument 4.9 MB

For clarity and transparency we gathered the information concering the retreat-structures in the attached PDF. Feel free to download the file.

 

If there should be any remaining open questions (for example concerning your travel itinerary)please don´t hesitate writing me an Email and I am happy to help!

 

At the end of this page you find a FAQ, which we invite you to check out.

 


Writing Retreat Snow Romance

Dates:

Sat., 17th of January (arrival) - Sat., 24th of January 2026 (departure) - 7 nights.

Sat., 24th of January (arrival) - Sat., 31st of January 2026 (departure) - 7 nights.

Writing Retreat Snow Romance

Accompanied author*: Apartment for two, used by two, price per person.

7 nights, 1 workshop for free in English and/or Germon, minimum of 2 supported writing sessions, assistance available.

Use of bed cloths and towels included. Additional, affordable workshops on request.

 

Focussed author*: Apartment for two, used by one, price per person.

7 nights, 1 workshop for free in English and/or Germon, minimum of 2 supported writing sessions, assistance available.

Use of bed cloths and towels included. Additional, affordable workshops on request.

 

General: Colleagues from the organisations "Mörderische Schwestern" & "Selfpublisher Verband" Kolleginnen aus den Vereinen "Mörderische Schwestern", sowie dem Selfpublisher Verband bekommen von mir Rabatte gewährt! Bitte wendet Euch direkt an mich vor, oder nach der Bezahlung!

 

CHF 2 290.00 1

CHF 1 990.00

  • Available
  • Nach Zahlungseingang ist Ihr Platz sicher und Sie erhalten sofort weitere Infos / After receipt of payment your space is secured and you immediately receive further information.

Preice reduction of 30 % possible, when booking directly. Please contact me for further questions and for the reduction!

Details about the writing retreat

Download
DISCOVER WOR(L)DS writing retreat.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Dokument 4.9 MB

For clarity and transparency we gathered the information concering the retreat-structures in the attached PDF. Feel free to download the file.

 

If there should be any remaining open questions (for example concerning your travel itinerary)please don´t hesitate writing me an Email and I am happy to help!

 

At the end of this page you find a FAQ, which we invite you to check out.

 

 


How to arrive?

The next international airport is Innsbruck. After a 30 minute-ride on the highway, you need another 15 minutes to reach the unique location. Find the big farm house here:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/bbHmWXuYbGPkcf3NA

FAQ:

Sailing boat:

General information:

-Are solo travelers safe/welcome? 
Yes, of course. Please check out the different booking and price options.

 

-Is it possible for a child to join the retreat,and can I bring my child along? (under 12)?

Unfortuantely not since we cannot provide child safety measures on the boat.

 

Also: Our aim is to create an inspiring and productive setting for your writing.

 

-Is the retreat suitable for teenagers? (12-18)

No. Due to reasons of responsibility and insurance, all participants must have reached the legal age of adulthood, in this case the age of 18.

 

-Can I bring my pet(s)?

Unfortuantely also no because of the lack of animal safety measures on our boat. In addition, I imagine the many stray cats and dogs here could make the situation even more difficult.

 

-How many people will take part in the retreat?

Up to a maximum of 4.

 

-How old is the average participant?

Since we can only take up to four people per exclusive tour, the age of the participants varies greatly.

However, I (Host, ship owner, author, etc.) was born in 1975 and my husband (ship owner, skipper, first officer, etc.) was born in 1969.

 

Arrival/Departure:

-What kind of luggage is suitable for the sailing boat?

It is necessary to arrive with soft bags, or backpacks (NO suitcase!), as only those can be brought on board.

Deprive of a lot of luggage! This way you can engage better and leave ballast and burden at home. Your live on board is easier this way, as re-finding a lot of items makes it more difficult.

 

-Is there any flexibility regarding the dates, or do you offer any other periods as listed?

If you decide to book all 4 spots of the retrat, the dates are rather flexible. In this case we can find an individual solution.

 

-Is there the possibility of an organized airport transfer?

We may be able to arrange for an airport transfer for you, but are reluctant to make promises we may not be able to keep. Our location always depends on the weather. 

 

-Is the duration of the retreat flexible; could I shorten the stay or stay for a couple days more?

Longer or shorter retreats are possible, please get in contact with me to find an individual solution.

 

 

Nature:

-Does the ship move around a lot/is in constant movement?

No, since in our case the sailing boat is a sailing catamaran. In general a catamran is more stable in the water in comparison to other boats. However, If you worry about nausea we advise you to bring seasickness pills. Earplugs can also come in handy.

 

Emergency:

 

-What happens, if I get sick just before the retreat?

Please have a look at the specific booking condicions; however: Do not forget to get in touch with us and we will find a solution, such as postponing the retreat or filling you into a free spot of another week. 

 

-Is it possible to leave the boat (for example due to constant seasikness)?

Of course! Your wellbeing is of emense importance for us. We will help and have a small boat for the transport in the harbour.

 

Accomodation / Living:

-Do we have a shower and toilet to ourselves?

No, we share a clean bathroom. Let´s celebrate the simple ways of life and find inspiration in them!

 

-Will you pair up participant of the retreat in the cabins; will I share a cabin?

Certainly not. If you should choose to bring another person, please keep the special booking options for a shared cabin in mind.

 

-Do you provide for running water on the boat?

Yes, there is free (drinking) water from our tank, which is filled by the desalination system or external drinking water. 

 

-Can I go ashore on my own?

Transfers are only possible from our anchorage spot and if  the hight of the waves allow so. The security of the ship, as well as the functional implementation have to be considered, which is why rides with the dingi (little transport boat) can not be guaranteed any time. I am confident though, that we are able to agree on useful transportation, if we communicate early enough. It will mainly be possible to swim ashore, because of the short distance. Probably a SUP will be available.

 

-Are there specific rules to follow on board?

Using the ship and its facilities takes adaption. Hardly anything, which can be taken for granted on land, can be treated as such on board. To be able to grant a peaceful life with each other and the protection of our direct environment, the sea, we need your help and cooperation and careful implementation of our board rules, which will be explained upon arrival. Don't worry, nothing is difficult or complicated, yet life saving for certain devices, which make a comfortable life on a certain standard possible.

We are going to hear and see each other. Granting the other person's privacy, requires a different kind of adaptation, then on land.

House, winter:

Accomodation/Living:

- Do we have our own shower?

Of course, the apartments are fully equipped.

 

- Do we have our own toilet?

Of course, the apartments are fully equipped.

 

- Will you put me in an apartement with someone else?
No. Absolutely not. If you bring someone, please check our better price for a shared spot.

 

Activities:

- Do I have to participate in every writing session?
Absolutely not. You are free to use your time in different ways.

 

- Is the program flexible? Do I have to join all of the writing classes?
Yes, it is flexible. You do not have to join all of the writing sessions, or the free workshop.

 

Arrival / Departure:

- Are the dates flexible or do you have any other retreat dates than this one?

Unfortunately not for the winter session, as it is a highly frequented area.

 

- Can you arrange an airport transfer? How far is it from the airport?
We might be able to check an airport transfer for you. Let us know and we talk/write it through.

 

- Is a shorter or longer stay possible?
Shorter and longer stays might be possible, please simply contact us for that.

 

 

Emergency:

- What, if I become ill, some days before?
Please check the conditions; still: don't forget to simply contact us and we will be able to arrange a new writing retreat for you.

 

General:
- Are solo travelers safe / welcome?
Yes, of course. Simply check our pricing models.

 

- Can a child join the retreat or can I bring along my children? (under 12)


You may surely take them in your apartment. I am afraid, there are no kids prices. Kids programs need to be organised by yourself.
We would like you to write! 😉 That is the main goal! ✍

- Can I bring along my pet(s)?
Please ask individually and I will ask the house owner for you.


 

- How many people will be on the retreat?
Up to 8 max.

 

- Is this suitable for teenagers? (12 to 18)

You may surely take them in your apartment. I am afraid, there are no special prices. Teenager programs need to be organised by yourself.
We would like you to write! 😉 That is the main goal! ✍

 

- What is the average age range?
As we can only take up to eight people, the average age varies a lot. However: I (organiser, writer, ...) am a 1975er.

 

Naure:

- Does it snow a lot?
This is an extremely difficult question, as the weather is very unpredictable. Yet: It is a cold spot and a frozen lake, as well as some snow is likely.

 

- Are the rooms very cold?

Absolutely not! The heaters work very well!

 

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