We begin Saturday night, May 15 with a Welcome Reception, 5 - 7 p.m. Classes begin the next morning, Sunday May 16, and will continue daily through Saturday May 2. Coffee and sustenance will be on hand. Workshops run from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., which is when most restaurants open for lunch.

Monday-Friday between 4 and 5:30 we will have craft talks on literary technique by faculty and talks on a variety of subjects by guest speakers. The subjects will include using fictional technique in nonfiction, the history and culture of Catalonia, and the current political situation in Spain.

Faculty are available for conferences on the last day of the retreat.

The Venue: Workshops and social events will be held in a house that dates back to the 1600s. Reimagined by the architect Anna Noguera, the building integrates the old and the new with clean, modernist lines and the rough textures of ancient stone. Classes are held indoors and in the outdoor spaces. A pool can be used by students.

Girona is one of Spain's most charming towns, an ideal location for writing informed by a sense of place. Girona is home to one of Europe's best-preserved medieval Jewish quarters, known as El Call, a major intellectual hub and the birthplace of Maimonides, the Jewish scholar and founder of the Kabbalah, in the 12th century. Fast-forwarding, Girona is considered the Mecca for European cyclists. The town is walkable, small enough to avoid the tourist crowds of Barcelona but large enough to boast excellent restaurants, including three-star Michelin El Celler de Can Roca. Girona is also the site of thermal baths used since the 11th century. Several have been renovated and offer massage.

We are not providing on-site lodging, but we are happy to offer recommendations and assistance in booking nearby hotels, hostels, and AirBnB rentals in Girona.

Accessibility
Girona is generally accommodating, but accessibility can vary by neighborhood and venue. Please let us know in advance about any special conditions or requirements so we can best support your participation.

Food Allergies or Dietary Requirements
If you have allergies or dietary needs, please notify us ahead of time. WTWW will make every effort to accommodate you; however, we cannot guarantee that all dietary restrictions can be fully safeguarded. Please consult your doctor or nutritionist if you have concerns.

Health Policy
WTWW does not require proof of vaccination, but we expect all participants attending our communal workshop environment to be fully vaccinated with up-to-date vaccines. We respect personal medical choices, but please keep in mind that decisions affect the health and wellbeing of the entire group.
Questions or Concerns? Please contact us at writingintheworldworkshops@gmail.com

Staying in Touch
We look forward to receiving your application and will be in touch as soon as possible. Thank you for your interest in Writing the World Workshop—we can’t wait to write with you in Girona!

Tuition is $2495.

To hold your spot, we require a $250 deposit. Refundable until Mar. 1, 2027.

Early Bird Discount!

Before March 1: $2250.

Half payment ($1125 including the $250 deposit) required.

Refundable minus 10 percent until March 1.

To ensure that you get into the workshop that is your first choice, we recommend paying 50 percent before Jan. 1 to reserve your spot.

We offer one flexible payment option.

$250 refundable deposit.

$500 installment due February 1, 2027.

$750 installment due March 1, 2027,

$750 installment due April 1, 2027.

Cancelation policy

Full refund if you cancel before March 1, 2027 minus 10 percent.

50 percent refund if you cancel between March 1, 2027 and April 1, 2027.

No refunds after April 1, 2027.

If the retreat is canceled for any reason you will receive a full refund.

Accepted Payment Methods

PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle to: writingintheworldworkshops@gmail.com
(please add $50 for PayPal processing fees)

Credit card (via secure scheduled phone call; $25 processing fee)

Questions? Email us at writingintheworldworkshops@gmail.com