Reading Retreat with Robyn Harding, Liz Nugent, and others!
Reading Retreat with Robyn Harding, Liz Nugent, and others!
Lakki Village, ΠΑΡΑΛΙΑ ΑΙΓΙΑΛΗΣ, Lagada, Greece
Up to 40 in group
June 9 - 15, 2025
Retreat Highlights
- Monastery Excursion:11th-century monastery Hozoviotissa is a wonder that must be seen.
- Village Tour: ChoraThe ancient village of Chora is a magnificent sight to see, with its historic windmills still adorning the hillside.
- Hiking tour: We take you from the village of Tholaria across a mountain path to the neighboring village called Lagada for a picturesque walk.
About this Retreat
Details of this retreat
Guest Authors: Robyn Harding, Liz Nugent, Jonas Saul, Chris Colmenero, and Rania Stone!
Join us for our annual Reading Retreat, set for six enchanting nights on the stunning Greek island of Amorgos. We’ve planned an amazing, fun-filled week that will make you never want to leave. Come for the stories, stay for the memories!
Robyn Harding is a Canadian crime writer who has written several bestselling novels. Her notable works include: The Drowning Woman, The Perfect Family, The Arrangement, Her Pretty Face, and The Party. She has also written and executive produced an independent film.
Liz Nugent is a writer of award-winning psychological suspense novels Unravelling Oliver (2014), Lying in Wait (2016), Skin Deep (2018), [Our] Little Cruelties (2020) and Strange Sally Diamond (2023). All five books topped the Irish bestsellers list, and Liz has won multiple literary awards. Some of her books have also been optioned for screen adaptations.
Liz’s books have been translated into 30 languages, and she has also written extensively for radio and television.
We will be adding exciting excursions such as swimming in Kalotaritissa, snorkeling, a murder mystery event, and shopping in the historic village of Chora as the retreat date approaches. Stay updated through our Facebook group, Travel to Greece - Read, Write, and Holistic Adventures.
Join us for our annual Reading Retreat, set for six enchanting nights on the stunning Greek island of Amorgos. We’ve planned an amazing, fun-filled week that will make you never want to leave. Come for the stories, stay for the memories!
Robyn Harding is a Canadian crime writer who has written several bestselling novels. Her notable works include: The Drowning Woman, The Perfect Family, The Arrangement, Her Pretty Face, and The Party. She has also written and executive produced an independent film.
Liz Nugent is a writer of award-winning psychological suspense novels Unravelling Oliver (2014), Lying in Wait (2016), Skin Deep (2018), [Our] Little Cruelties (2020) and Strange Sally Diamond (2023). All five books topped the Irish bestsellers list, and Liz has won multiple literary awards. Some of her books have also been optioned for screen adaptations.
Liz’s books have been translated into 30 languages, and she has also written extensively for radio and television.
We will be adding exciting excursions such as swimming in Kalotaritissa, snorkeling, a murder mystery event, and shopping in the historic village of Chora as the retreat date approaches. Stay updated through our Facebook group, Travel to Greece - Read, Write, and Holistic Adventures.
Schedule
Each morning, we meet for a buffet breakfast between 08:00 and 10:30, and then we have our morning sessions, which are detailed below. The afternoons are yours to read, write, walk the beach, swim, hike from one village to another, or take a nap—whatever you like.
We meet for dinner in the early evening, around 7:30 p.m. area, and then spend the evening chatting about books and reading.
We meet for dinner in the early evening, around 7:30 p.m. area, and then spend the evening chatting about books and reading.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Imagine Greece Retreats, Lakki Village, ΠΑΡΑΛΙΑ ΑΙΓΙΑΛΗΣ, Lagada, Greece
Directions
Book your flight to the Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) or Santorini Airport (JTR), and then purchase a ferry ticket to either port on Amorgos: Aegiali or Katapola.
Note: The Aegiali port is minutes from the Aegialis Hotel & Spa. The Katapola port is a 25-30 minute transfer.
Note: The Aegiali port is minutes from the Aegialis Hotel & Spa. The Katapola port is a 25-30 minute transfer.
Accommodation
Consists of one spacious room overlooking the garden or the swimming pool. Each room has its own unique design. Daily cleaning service Air condition Refrigerator TV Kettle Safe box Bath Amenities Hair dryer
Single Occupancy
Double/ Triple Occupancy
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Lakki Village is situated at the beach of Aegiali bay in the north part of Amorgos. It is well suited for families with all necessary facilities on the premises. The hotel is in a beautiful garden with a pool bar, playground, and restaurant just at the seafront where you can sit enjoying your meal while the kids are playing on the beach.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Greek American buffet every day , Buffet dinners every day ,
What's Included
- Transport to/from hotel: Buses will be waiting to transport you to and from the hotel upon arrival and departure.
- Accommodations: All six nights at Lakki Village Hotel are covered in the Reading Retreat fee.
- Access to all Sessions: The retreat fee offers you unfettered access to all the sessions with Liz Nugent and guest authors, as well as the book signing event, plus more!
- Greek buffet breakfast: Buffet breakfast is served every day from 8:00 - 10:30 with a wide variety of dishes and beverages: Coffee, tea, juices, jam, cheeses, olives, eggs, warm dishes, seasonal fruits, and more ...
- Dinner buffet:Buffet style dinner - Greek and American dishes.
- Visit the Monastery:11th-century monastery Hozoviotissa is a wonder that must be seen.
- Village Tour: Chora: The ancient village of Chora is a magnificent sight to see, with its historic windmills still adorning the hillside.
- Greek Night Greek music: Greek food, and a wonderful Greek good time takes place on Greek Night.
- Attendance at Q&A: All retreat attendees are welcome to come chat with the guest authors. Have your questions ready!
- Retreat materials:Attendees will be given a gift bag of fun and exciting things related to the retreat, as well as new books offered from authors worldwide.
- Village hike: We take you from the village of Tholaria across a mountain path to the neighboring village called Lagada for a picturesque walk.
- Free use of yoga Shalas: There are several yoga shalas on site for any of the attendees to use.
What's Not Included
- Flights to/from Greece:Attendees must find their own way to and from Greece.
- Ferry tickets:Blue Star Ferries offers tickets online. Please plan ahead and get your tickets to Amorgos before the retreat begins, and for when the retreat is over.
- Unlisted Food:Any meals or refreshments not listed in the itinerary
- Beverages: All beverages (even during buffets) can be charged to your room and settled up later.
- Travel insurance:Please investigate what travel insurance works best for you, if needed.
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