Creative Writing in Croatia • Course 40
21 - 29 June 2008 on the Isle of Mljet, Croatia
WORKSHOP VENUE
Pansion Radulj, Mljet, Croatia
Date: Saturday, 21 June - Sunday, 29 June 2008
Length of course: 8 days
Cost: £725 (double room)/£905 (single room). Prices inclusive of tuition & full board
WHAT sort of writer are you? What sort of writer do you dream of becoming? Have you found your writing voice? If you have not written before, do you want to find out what that voice might be?
This residential creative writing workshop is the second to be held on the beautiful island of Mljet. This exciting fact or fiction course in the heart of the Mediterranean will help you develop your creative skills and explore your unique powers of expression. The course incorporates exercises that enable you to access the conscious and unconscious mind to free the imagination and develop the voice that is uniquely your own. This 8-day course will include:
• 2.5 hour morning workshops
• one-to-one afternoon tutorials to help students begin, shape and edit their material
• techniques to start writing or develop work-in-progress
• a chance to initiate pieces that lead to more extended works of prose or poetry
• the opportunity to have writing done in the workshop read and discussed
• Open Mic sessions before dinner for those who wish to share work (voluntary)
Workshops will be conducted in a friendly, constructive atmosphere and are open to anyone with a desire to write, from beginners to experienced writers. The serene, inspirational surroundings offer time for writing, relaxation and recreation.
LOCATION
The course will take place on the island of Mljet (pronounced mill-yet), one of the most southerly islands on the Dalmatian coast. An interesting literary association is that Mljet is rumoured to be the island of the nymph, Calypso, where Odysseus spent seven years, enchanted by the island's beauty. Ulysses’ Cave, near the village of Babina Polje, is said to be the one described in Book V of Homer's Odyssey.
ACCOMMODATION
The course takes place at the 3-star Pansion Radulj which has its own organic farm with goats, vegetables and pomegranate, kiwi and fig trees. Meals include a variety of fresh fish, seafood, meat and vegetarian options. Each room has a TV, refrigerator and en suite shower. Many rooms have a stunning sea view.
RECREATION
Swimming in the Adriatic Sea is a minute away. The pristine, turquoise waters offer excellent snorkelling. For a modest fee, boat trips can be arranged with the pansion's owners.
ACCOMMODATION
Double room: £725 per person (2 beds, 2 sharing). Single room: £905. Single rooms are limited and early booking is advised.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Paper (bound notebook preferably), pen & a spare. Clipboard (optional)
TUTORIALS
All group and private tutorials are voluntary. Any writer wishing to use the time to write will be free to do so.
OPEN MIC NIGHTS
Before dinner each evening there will be the opportunity to share prepared work. Word limit: 1300 per session
PICTURE GALLERY
If you would like to view photos of the 2004 course, click here.
HOW TO GET THERE
British Airwaysfly directly from London to Dubrovnik. Croatian Airlines tend to fly via Zagreb where you would need to change planes. Whichever airline you choose to fly with, please note that Croatia is a popular tourist destination. To ensure your place on the course, early booking is strongly advised.
BEST-TIMED FLIGHT
British Airways has a flight from London to Dubrovnik, BA 2882, departing 21 June @ 10.00AM, arriving Dubrovnik 13.45. Book online at www.britishairways.com or telephone 0870 850 9850.
BUDGET FLIGHTS
BA flights are direct to and from Dubrovnik, but if you want a cheaper option, you can fly to Split with the budget airlines easyJet or Wizz Air. Split is approximately 150 km north of Dubrovnik on the Adriatic coast. You can travel to Dubrovnik by coach or ship. Either means of transport arrive in Dubrovnik close to the ferry for Mljet. Click here for the easyJet link. Click here for the Wizz Air link.
TRANSPORT FROM DUBROVNIK
A minibus will collect you from the airport at approximately 16.30 on 21 June. You will need to make travel arrangements to coincide with this transport as there will only be one pickup provided. If you arrive in Dubrovnik early to spend some time there, you can rendezvous with the rest of the party at the port where the hydrofoil leaves for Mljet.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
• 8 nights' full board at the Pansion Radulj
• Course fee for workshops and tutorials
• An evening's entertainment with Dalmatian musicians
• Return transport Dubrovnik to the Pansion Radulj, including ferry (21 & 29 June only)
NOT INCLUDED
• Flights to/from Dubrovnik
• Return travel from Split to Dubrovnik (if flying with a budget airline)
• Wine and other drinks
• Excursions to Ulysses' Cave and the Mljet National Park (optional)
• Personal travel insurance
METHODS OF PAYMENT
By post: Enrolment will be confirmed on receipt of your £350/£450 deposit. Payment in full is due by 21 April 2008. Download a postal booking form to complete and be returned with your cheque. Bank transfer: For details on how to pay, ring 020 7263 0669. Online: To use your credit or debit card, you will need to pay the full amount. Course fee: £725 per person for a shared room (2 beds, 2 sharing) or £905 for a single. Click here for Terms & Conditions.
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CONTACT DETAILS
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