Focused Writing
in an
Inspired Environment
What We Do
We provide writing retreats at sea
A writers' retreat held on a cruise ship, including mini-consultations with professional editors and plenty of time for focused, undisturbed writing in a relaxing atmosphere where friendly crew cater to all of your needs.
Mark Twain wrote most of Huck Finn from a shed, isolated from the rest of the world.
Bill Gates conducted ‘Think Weeks’ twice a year, often in a lakeside cottage.
Carl Jung repeatedly spent a great deal of time in a secluded stone tower in the woods for his writing.
JK Rowling finished the Harry Potter series sequestered in a room in the Balmoral Hotel in Scotland.
“Getting away” to focus and write is a long-standing tradition. Writers require both inspiration and focus to do our job. A writers’ retreat, particularly one in a new location, is an excellent way to get both at once.
A few reasons NOT to go
#moneytrees
I can't afford a cruise.
Obviously, we don't know your finances, but you might be surprised at how affordable a cruise retreat can be. We strive to keep prices low to make our retreats open to as many writers as possible.
A writer can come on our retreat for as little as a thousand dollars total, including food, travel, and accommodations. That’s about $152 per day, less than many mid-range hotel rooms. You can even book your spot for only $350, and pay the rest in installments over time.
#familyfirst
I have a Family. I can't leave them behind.
You don't have to. Bring your families on board, as well. The family can enjoy the included ship entertainment, such as Broadway shows, kids clubs, pools, or a teen disco, while the writer goes to a designated quiet writing space away from the noise and distraction to work among peers and professionals. Then rejoin the family in the evenings and on port days for adventures and precious memories together.
#distractions
Cruises are party places. How could I write in that?
There are certainly parties available (including our private writer ones!), but they aren't ship wide. There are many quiet places for writing on board at all hours, including your own cabin, balcony, the ship's library, and, most importantly, our dedicated writing spaces that only Wave Writers can be in.
Whether you write best in a blank room or with a gorgeous view, surrounded by other writers or all by yourself, you can find it on board.
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