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RETREAT PRICES
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EACH WEEKLY SESSION INCLUDES:
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Daily writers workshops. Students will have additional time to write in the early mornings and the afternoons will be free for writing, or touring the region. Laptops may be brought for word processing, but there is no internet access. Early evening events will begin at 5:30 to 6:30 with students readings, followed by Guest Authors seminars from 6:45 to 8:00.
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Three meals a day prepared by a Professional Chef. In the mornings we'll serve a beautiful Breakfast Buffet; with various fruits in season and fresh juices, freshly baked breads, cheeses and smoked meats. Lunch Buffet; numerous specialities of the host country along with fresh salads. Dinner; every evening we'll have a outstanding four course meal served along with wine or a beverage of your choice. Price is based upon double occupancy; however, for those who are single travelers who wish to share a room they will be charged the normal price and they "will not" be charged an additional single supplement fee. Ground transportation from airport or train station included. Price does not include airfare.
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Discount of $300.00 for those not participating in the writers workshops.
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BOTSWANA
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Daily Game Drives, one in the morning and another in the evening. We will also be visiting Victoria Falls. Also, a Ritual Theatre performance with masks, music and dancing.
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Chalet, triple occupancy (three people sharing). Large bedroom with three beds, with a private bathroom.
$2,550.00 per person.
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Chalet, double occupancy (two people sharing).
Large bedroom with two beds and a private bathroom.
$2,650.00 per person.
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DORDOGNE, FRANCE
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Our private outing will consist of visiting paleolithic rock art sites. Other amenities: Large swimming pool at both Chateaux. Private tennis court, vast gardens and grounds to explore and write.
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ANTIQUE HOUSES and WATERMILL These lovely private residences have spacious bedroom with livingroom and fireplace. They're not in the chateau but they're close by. All your meals and activities will be held in the chateaux. Double bedrooms with one large double or two twin beds, shared bathrooms.......................................
$1,950.00 per person. Single supplement: $250.00..........
Discount of $400.00 for non-participating companion.
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CHATEAUX Beautiful Double room with view (two people sharing), one large double bed or two singles without bathroom.......................................
$2,150.00 per person Single supplement: $250.00..........
Discount of $400.00 for non-participating companion.
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CHATEAUX Double rooms w/bath or CHATEAUX SUITES without bath. All rooms have a view (two people sharing). Rooms have one large double or two twin beds...................
$2,450.00 per person. Single supplement: $300.00..........
Discount of $400.00 for non-participating companion.
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CHATEAUX MASTERS SUITES, All of these suites are absolutely magnificant rooms. Elegant, spacious, with a lovely view of the courtyard or the valley. All rooms have either one large bed or two twins, with bathroom (two persons sharing a room)........................
$2,850.00 per person....... Single supplement: $400.00..........
Discount of $400.00 for non-participating companion.
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TUSCANY, ITALY
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Our private outing will consist of visiting archaeological sites in the region. Other amenities: Large swimming pool, Tennis and Golf course Within walking distance of the hotel is a grocery store, cafe, pizzaria, restaurant and other stores. There will also be an additional fee of $200.00 for the advance screenwriting class, due to the early class participation.
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ITALIAN COOKING CLASSES AVAILABLE, please contact for information.
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Sample Dinner Menu
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To START :
Chianino Beef Carpaccio with Wild Rocket, Extravirgine Olive Oil and Parmesan Cheese
Salmon with scent poker
Aubergines Rolls with Bacon, Courgettes and Mozzarella Cheese
Warm Fresh Goat's Cheese and Dry-salted Beef Salad in Black Olive sauce
Typical Tuscan Hors d'oeuvre with Salami, Cheese and Canapés
Our PASTA:
Risotto with Wild Pigeon and small Pulses
Filled Swiss Chard and Fresh Goat's Cheese Ravioli
Mille-feuille fresh pasta with Cinta Ragout (meat)
Risotto with Red Chicory and very soft fresh Cheese
Fresh Tagliatelle with Prawns and Broccoli
MEAT & FISH:
Loin of Pork in an aromatic herbs crust
Grilled Salmon or Tuna or Swordfish filet with Vegetables
Duck Breast with dried Fruit and aromatic Thè sauce
CAKE:
Chocolate and Pear Cake
Hot Apple cake with Vanilla Ice cream
Bavarian Cream with Raspberries
Hot Chocolate cake with English Cream
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STANDARD ROOM
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Elegant and pleasant rooms, with TV SAT, direct dial phone, air conditioning, safe and hair drayer in the bathroom. Some room with tube, others with shower. Double bedroom (two people sharing) with bathroom.
$1,950.00 per person .......................... Single supplement: $250.00
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DELUXE ROOM
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Same services of the Standard rooms but bigger and more comfortable. Some roomS has a beautiful overview of the hills of Tuscany. Large Double bedroom (two people sharing) with bathroom..........
$2,350.00 per person. .......................... Single supplement: $360.00
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JUNIOR SUITE
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The most luxurious type of room in the Hotel. All the services of De Luxe room, but with balcony, double floor, DVD player and a personal and accurate service. Double occupancy (two people sharing)
$2,550.00 per person Single supplement: $360.00
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BELIZE
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Guided Nature tours and game drives, exploration of the Rainforest and visit the Medicine Trail, Bird watching.
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Chalet: Double Bedroom (two people sharing), with one large double bed or two twins, bathroom w/shower.
$2,550.00 per person.
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Reservations and Information:
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When making reservations please indicate which session you'll be attending.
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Botswana (Session #1--is now FULL) May 29 - June 6th; (Session #2) June 26 - July 3rd.
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France: (Session #1) June 11 -18 (Session #2) June 18 - 25.
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Italy: (Session #1) July 9th - 16th, (Session #2) July 16th - 23rd, (Session #3) July 23rd - 30th, (Session #4) July 30th - August 6th, (Session #5) September 10th - 17th, (Session #6) September 17th - 23rd, (Session #6) October 15th - 22nd.
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Belize: (Session #1) November 5th - 11th.
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10% discount for two or more trips scheduled within one year.
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Reservation: $750.00 non-refundable deposit, this will reserve your space. 50% due 90 days prior to departure. Final payment is due 60 days before departure. 80% refundable (not including deposit), 75 days before departure. All reservations should be made three months prior to departure.
Not included:
International airfare, and airport taxes
Items of a personal nature,
Gratuities and porterage,
Travel insurance,
Emergency medical evacuation insurance,
Visas (if required),
All prices are in US dollars and do not include international airfare.
Travel insurance is advisable for medical and cancellation purposes.
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We offer travel insurance through: Travel Insurance Services (TIS).
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Checks or Money Orders Made Out To:
Nancy Gerbault, ABROAD
17363 Sutter Creek Road,
Sutter Creek, CA 95685
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