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The Manuscript Academy's
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​2024 Writing Retreat
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​March 10 - 15, 2024, in Xpu Há, Mexico

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​Further your craft at this serene retreat on the beautiful Caribbean Sea. This exclusive experience (only 16 spots!) will give you the spaciousness, beauty, and warmth to dive deep into your writing.
Why should you attend this writing retreat?
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Consider this a gift to your writing practice. You'll get the time and space to write, think, reflect, collaborate, and learn alongside other creatives. Write pages by the pool, talk about plot details with your fellow writers at the beachside bar, or reflect on your work while strolling along the shore. This retreat will be a relaxing escape where you can immerse yourself in your writing, bond with your fellow writers, and create lifelong memories.

How did this partnership come about?
Literary agent Jessica Sinsheimer and conference organizer, media professional, and writer Julie Kingsley are the creators of the Manuscript Academy. 
Liz Holden is the co-founder of Leaping Hound Travel. But Liz also writes fiction, and she got to know Julie and Jessica as a member of Manuscript Academy and a guest on their podcast. This collaboration was a perfect fit!
Manuscript Academy membership is not required to attend the retreat! (But members save $150!)

The Manuscript Academy's 2024 Writing Retreat Package: 

Included: 
  • 5 nights at Catalonia Royal Tulum Resort, in "Privileged" category rooms​
  • All food and drinks (all-inclusive resort package)
  • Round-trip private transfer from Cancun Airport 
  • Travel protection through Arch Insurance Company
  • A private meeting with Jessica or Julie of Manuscript Academy to discuss your work in detail
  • Group gatherings with Julie, Jessica, and your fellow writers to brainstorm, socialize, and bond​
  • Lots of indoor and outdoor spaces to write, write, write! (Spaces both quiet and private, and convivial for collaboration!)​
  • Guidance, advice, and support from Liz and Adam of Leaping Hound Travel, before and during the retreat (when we say to hit us up with questions any time, we mean it!)
Not Included: 
  • Airfare to/from Cancun ​​
  • Incidental expenses​​
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Price information, shared room: 
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Early-Bird Price (apply by November 22, 2023):
Non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot: $395

​Remaining balance due January 2, 2024: $3430


Standard Price (apply between November 23, 2023, and December 20, 2023):
Non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot: $395
Remaining balance due January 2, 2024: $3830
Price information, single room:

Early-Bird Price (apply by November 22, 2023):
Non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot: $395
​Remaining balance due January 2, 2024: $4330


Standard Price (apply between November 23, 2023, and December 20, 2023):
Non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot: $395
Remaining balance due January 2, 2024: $4730
Manuscript Academy members save $150!
​(deducted from January 2 payment)

Cancellation Policy

​Your $395 deposit is non-refundable. Any payments made before January 2 (other than the deposit) are refundable. If you need to cancel after January 2, your included travel insurance through Arch Insurance includes partial "cancel for any reason" coverage, up to $1400. You can also purchase additional travel insurance independently from a third party, for full coverage (we are happy to provide a quote--cost varies based on age, home state, and desired benefits). 

Also note that a minimum number of 13 attendees is required. If this minimum is not reached by the December 20 application date, all applicants will be refunded in full. 
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Vegan? Gluten free? Halal? Kosher? If you have any special dietary needs, just let us know--we'll be happy to help you research your options for your meals!

Questions about accessibility? Though there is a fair amount of optional walking (around the grounds of the resort, on the beach, etc.), it is not required, and we are happy to work with you in advance and discuss the possibility of alternate arrangements if you need them.


Need more time in Mexico? Want to extend your stay?  If you are interested in adding days to your trip on either end, we would be happy to arrange and book things for you, for no additional service fee.

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