Writing & Touring Retreat in Lisbon, Portugal
Charming and vibrant, Lisbon is a capital city like no other. Historical landmarks and ancient surprises are discovered around every corner. Here, we will spend five days getting up close and personal with our writing and exploring the beautiful city.
Through transformative writing workshops, we’ll strengthen our creativity, express what we really want to say, and connect with a community of international women writers.
During Pink Pangea’s Writing Retreat in Lisbon we will:
- Take part in guided exercises to elicit each writer’s unique voice
- Participate in interactive writing activities to get our creative juices flowing
- Indulge in writing assignments to put the new tools into practice
- Receive ample opportunities to share your writing and receive feedback
- Detailed training on how to write a pitch letter and get your work published in diverse publications and publication opportunities
What’s included in Pink Pangea’s Portugal Retreat:
- Accommodations at the Evolution Lisboa Hotel
- Daily writing workshops
- Daily Breakfast at the hotel
- A day trip to the beautiful town of Sintra, and the hilltop 19th-century Pena National Palace. A guided walking tour of Lisbon and the Time Out Market and a Tapas Tour through the city
- Access to the hotel gym and pool
Registration is closed.
Our retreat in Portugal sells out fast, so be sure to reserve your spot now! We close registration as soon as rooms sell out. Questions? Email us at [email protected].
Dates & Prices
Single Room Cost: $1,560
What's Included
Four-nights accommodations at the centrally located modern Evolution Lisboa Hotel
An intimate group of 10-16 women from all over the world
Breakfast each day
Daily writing workshops
Tours throughout Lisbon, Tapas Tour & a day trip of Sintra
What's Not Included
Airfare to and from Lisbon
Transportation tickets within Lisbon
Lunches and dinners (other than one dinner on the Tapas Tour)
Reviews
Under Jaclyn’s guidance, I found new direction for my writing and tackled topics that I haven’t been able to put down on paper until now. I shared my work and became part of a community of writers, whose feedback was invaluable to me. I dove into my fears and created new dreams for what I might do with my writing in the future. I cannot recommend this course highly enough. I’m already sad that it’s over.
– Katie Kindle
I now have the motivation and confidence to write and publish, which previously seemed more like a faraway fantasy. I learned that reality is what you create and build for yourself, not something you should wait for or leave for chance to decide.
– Nechama Winston
I appreciated meeting every woman in my group. We were all so different, coming from very different backgrounds and places, but we all shared our love of writing and traveling in common.
– Elayne Sanchez
I came out of it a different person than I went in…[Jaclyn] made us linger in our discomfort long enough to compel us to make a change. In fact, she had to relinquish control in order for it to be a catalyst. That’s a mark of a great teacher.
– Stephen Elliot
I finally remembered what I really need, and who I really am.
— Alex Pendleton
The trip did everything for me. Planned by the amazing team behind Pink Pangea, I can officially say the trip changed my life for the better. I not only practiced my writing in ways that expanded my passion and skill, but I also made friends of all different ages from all over the world that I now consider some of the greatest people I’ve ever met.
– Kathryn Cardin
I stumbled upon Pink Pangea’s writing retreat. I only had to read through the page once to know that this was the right time and the right opportunity to finally take that risk. I signed up in a heartbeat, and I am so glad that I did.
– Julianne Kanter
The only reason I submitted an article and was accepted was because I went to the writing retreat and gained the confidence needed as a writer to think my writing was even good enough to submit to a major online publication.
— Shannon Whaley
Who Participates
Pink Pangea retreats bring together women of all ages who:
Want to gain new skills and tools that will improve their writing and publishing potential
Have an itch to write
Are ready to sharpen their unique voice
Want to receive feedback and gain confidence in their writing
Love to explore new places
Enjoy sharing their stories with other travelers
First timers to Lisbon, as well as frequent travelers
Facilitators
Jaclyn Mishal
Jaclyn Mishal is a co-founder of Pink Pangea. An entrepreneur, writing teacher and an inspirational public speaker, Jaclyn’s speciality is guiding people to express themselves fully. Her creative guided writing activities help even the most seasoned writers break out of their habits and expand their abilities. Jaclyn has led writing workshops internationally in partnership with colleges and companies, including Google, Barnard College, Mount Holyoke College, Smith College, Wellesley College, Wagner College, REI, Global Yoga Journeys and Hostelling International. According to Jaclyn, writing enables us to access parts of ourselves that we may have trouble expressing otherwise.
Jaclyn is a certified yoga instructor, whose travels have taken her through the Middle East, Europe, North America, Southeast Asia and Central America. She holds a B.S. from Binghamton University.
Weather in November
Lisbon’s weather is warm in November. The average temperature reaches as high as 18°C (that’s about 63°F), and at night can dip as low as 11°C (about 52°F).
Pre-Trip
Pink Pangea’s staff will provide all of the information and support that you need to make this experience exceptional.
FAQ
I’m new to writing workshops. Will I fit in?
Absolutely! Jaclyn’s unique writing prompts and exercises benefit both new and experienced writers. The Pink Pangea community is encouraging, and all writers are welcome.
I’m a seasoned writer who has been published in a various media outlets. What will I get out of this retreat?
Jaclyn’s speciality is guiding people to express themselves fully. Her creative guided writing activities help even the most seasoned writers break out of their habits and expand their abilities.
How old are the women who attend the retreat?
Women of all ages attend Pink Pangea retreats.
How will I get to the hotel?
From the airport, you can take a taxi directly to the hotel for approximately $10 (or less). Bus options will be sent to you as well.
Register Now
Registration is now closed for this retreat.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about the retreat, email us at [email protected].
Reviews
“If I can say anything about our writing course leader Jaclyn, she is an amazing facilitator. Not only did she encourage every single person from day one, but she discovered how to nurture our creativity and confidence.”
— Liz Sundin
“I not only practiced my writing in ways that expanded my passion and skill, but I also made friends (and I’m talking friends, like soul sister shit) of all different ages from all over the world that after seven days I can consider some of the greatest people I’ve ever met.”
– Kathryn Cardin
“I stumbled upon Pink Pangea’s retreat in Costa Rica. I only had to read through the page once to know that this was the right time and the right opportunity to finally take that risk. I signed up in a heartbeat, and I am so glad that I did.” –Julianne Kanter
“I shared my work and became part of a community of writers, whose feedback was invaluable to me. I dove into my fears and created new dreams for what I might do with my writing in the future. I cannot recommend this course highly enough”— Katie Kindle
I appreciated meeting every woman in my group. We were all so different, coming from very different backgrounds and places, but we all shared our love of writing and traveling in common.
– Elayne Sanchez
Read what past participants have said about Pink Pangea Retreats here.
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