Course details

Prana & Pages October 2026 Yoga, Writing & Creative Renewal in Puglia Retreat dates: 11–17 October Retreat cost: €2250, excluding your stay at the palazzo. Accommodation: Accommodation will range between €480–€620 for a six-night stay. All rooms are single occupancy. Accommodation is booked separately from the retreat fee and paid directly to the palazzo. After you place your deposit or pay in full, I’ll send you the available room options and help you choose the room that works best for you. You do not need to book your room before reserving your retreat place. Once your room is selected, I’ll send you a separate payment link for the accommodation. Room type, price, arrival date and payment instructions will be confirmed by email. WHAT'S INCLUDED: -Immersive writers retreat where you'll learn to build dynamic characters, show-stopping scenes and dialogue that sings -2x daily yoga sessions -6 delicious breakfasts/brunches to energise you for the day ahead -Five mouthwatering dinners at local restaurants with your fellow writers -A tour of Puglia that will teach you about the local history and traditions -2 aperitivi -All course material so you can review and use long after the retreat -One or more one-on-one sessions with the facilitator WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED: -Flights/trains to the local airport/train station -Transportation to and from Brindisi Airport or Lecce train station. Price will vary depending on pick-up and drop-off locations. We can arrange this for you. -Accommodation at the Palazzo -Travel insurance WHAT YOU'LL TAKE HOME: -An unforgettable experience in an authentic part of Italy that few outside the country know about -New friends and membership in a global writing community -Fully realised, three-dimensional characters -A revised scene with beginning, middle and end, conflict and dialogue -A concrete plan of attack for continuing your work after the retreat To join us: Place your non-refundable deposit of €600 below. Or pay the full retreat fee of €2250 now. If you pay the deposit, the remainder is due by 31 August. Payment plans are available. Send a message to lloyd@writinggrove.com. Not sure if this trip is for you? Contact me at lloyd@writinggrove.com, and we can set up a meeting to chat!