Esperanza
The quiet lagoon landscape of the countryside near Sidi Kaouki

Retreats · Writing

Stories That We Tell

We write not to publish — we write to understand.

A week of creative writing and mindful meditation, exploring our past, present, and future personal journeys. We write not to publish — we write to understand.

What the week includes

  • Creative writing workshops, daily
  • Mindful meditation, daily
  • Two half-days of walking in the Sidi Kaouki countryside
  • Two half-days of art therapy
  • An evening of live Gnawa music

Location — Sidi Kaouki

Sidi Kaouki is a quiet fishing village near Essaouira — not Dar Souiri. Wide beaches, a slower pace, and space to think. The setting is part of the work: it asks little of you and gives room to listen.

A week shaped by Ramadan

This retreat takes place during Ramadan — a time of reflection, simplicity, and slowing down. Whether or not you observe Ramadan, the spirit of the season shapes the week: less noise, more presence, a chance to strip back and listen.

Dates

  • 9 – 14 February 2027

€850 / £750 all-inclusive

In Sidi Kaouki, near Essaouira.

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