Logistics & Welcome

Writing Friends,

So happy you’re joining us for the Your Story Matters Retreat (Sun, Spa, Story!) in Palm Springs! Here are some details that will help as you make your travel plans.

Arrival & departure:

*Housing opens for check-in on Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 2:30 pm.

*If you’re flying in on Tuesday, Feb. 24, we’ll arrange pickup at the Palm Springs airport (If you arrive earlier, please take a taxi or uber.)

*The retreat will begin Tuesday, Feb. 24, at 5:00 pm, just before dinner.

*The retreat will end just after brunch on Sunday, March 1st, around 1 pm. We’ll arrange your transport to the airport.

What to bring?

*The average temperature for the end of February is 75 (day) and 50 (night.) Bring casual comfortable clothing suitable for those temps.

*Swimsuit (heated pools and outdoor hot tubs)

*Your laptop: I’ve gone all paperless, so our notes will be digital on your own device

*Comfortable hiking shoes: We’ll have at least one (optional) group hiking outing (and you’re free to do more!)

Here’s what’s included in your room:

● Free Wifi

● Mini-fridge

● Microwave

● Coffee/Coffee Maker

● Shower/Tub Combination

● Toiletries and Towels (including pool towels)

● Iron & Ironing Board

● Hair Dryer

● Tons of Closet Space

● 55in Smart TV with Premium Channels

Making your final payments:
You will receive instructions for settling your final balance via email.

Closing notes:
I am SO excited to share this time with you! The warmth of sun in the middle of winter, the beauty of palm trees and stunning mountains, the joy of women gathering to write and share their stories----does it get any better than this?

With Anticipation,

Leslie