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Write Your Signature Book Writing Retreat


Write your signature book!

Writing Retreat in Sorrento, Italy

October 5-12, 2024

Have you always wanted to write a book? Do you want to establish yourself as an expert on something? Do you have ideas, but never seem to be able to get started on a workable plan?

Join a group of professional women just like you who want to write a signature book sharing their passion and expertise with the world.

This retreat is designed to take you out of your usual routine and into an inspiring environment with structured assistance to help you figure out the essence of your message, a structure for your book, a plan of action for completion, and some significant writing on it. Come home with a compelling introduction, a solid table of contents, one good chapter, and hopefully much more.

Your hosts

Who is this for?

Professional women who are ready to create their signature book sharing their expertise, passion, or story with the world.

What can I expect?

Group instructional sessions with other like-minded professionals with similar projects, epic writing exercises to inspire your creativity, and a one-on-one coaching session with Melody to discuss your writing goals.

Time for independent writing and relaxation in luxurious surroundings with exquisite views, delicious food, and some group adventures.

Accommodations

This Italian coastal getaway is beautifully set atop cliffs on the Sorrentine Peninsula, directly across the Bay of Naples from the towering Mt. Vesuvius. The breathtaking town of Sorrento offers an endless supply of scenic views views, delectable food, and activities to inspire the creative in you. 

Our villa is comprised of eight (8) bedrooms and eight (8) bathrooms. Three (3) of bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning/heating. In addition to a magnificent kitchen, the villa has multiple gathering areas for conversations and reflection and, importantly, has WiFi access.

Pricing

Room selection is on a first-come, first-served basis. Pricing is as follows:

Rooms with an ensuite bath – $5,095 per person

Rooms with a shared bath – $4,795 per person

Room selection is based upon availability at time of booking/deposit. Double-occupancy rooms available upon request. Please connect with us for more information.

Deposit to hold your space: $500. 

Balance is due in full by June 30, 2024.

What We Provide

Transfers by car to and from the Naples (Napoli) Airport

  • Daily continental breakfast at the villa

  • Welcome Dinner

  • Lemon Tour

  • Cooking class (at villa or another location)

  • Daily group sessions with Melody (topics designed with you in mind)

  • One 1:1 60-minute session with Melody related to your own personal writing goals and processes

  • Additional unique surprises during your time at the villa

We do not include cost of airfare and transportation other than that noted. 

Please book your flights to Naples (Napoli) Airport, also known as Capodichino Airport (IATA: NAP).

FAQ

Where do I fly into? Please book your flights to Naples (Napoli) Airport, also known as Capodichino Airport (IATA: NAP). *Use your travel rewards and credits. Check with your advisor, this may be a business tax write-off.

Will we go on excursions together? Our intention for this group is to create lasting friendships through curiosity about our environment organically. Adventuring out to explore together makes delightful surprises. You are also free to venture out solo and we can help with ideas. 

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