Name: Creative Writing Workshop
Start: 2019-02-24T00:00:00+10:00
End: 2019-02-27T23:59:59+10:00
Location: Tamborine Mountain

Tamborine Mountain, Queensland
Your Life Story Workshop

2 Days / 3 Nights

Don't leave it too late to capture the amazing experiences of your family's story. Whether you want to write this as a family legacy or for broad publication, this workshop can provide you with guidelines on how to tell true life stories and some of the traps that should be avoided. We all have a story to share. Join award winning author, Marisa Parker, and learn how to tell yours.

Price (from) $652

Available Dates

10th Mar 2019

Transport Options: SELF-DRIVE

Don't leave it too late to capture the amazing experiences of your family's story. Whether you want to write this as a family legacy or for broad publication, this workshop can provide you with guidelines on how to tell true life stories and some of the traps that should be avoided.

We all have a story to share. Join award winning author, Marisa Parker, and learn how to tell yours.

This workshop is perfect for those who want to write about their lives but aren’t sure where to begin.

Not quite ready to dive in and write your memoirs? Then our Creative Writing Workshop might just be for you!

Suitable for both beginners and intermediate writers, the Creative Writing Workshop is a great introduction to, or refresher to creative writing, perfect for commencing your personal journey.

The Your Life Story Workshop experience is inclusive of accommodation from one of our preferred Bed & Breakfasts (see accommodation TAB for full details). If you are a group of 3 or 4 couples, you can opt for one of our amazing Holiday Houses.

For those booking independently and wanting to share, we will try to pair you with another solo participant wanting to share a room. If we are unable to confirm this, an additional single supplement of $270 will be payable.

Minimum Numbers:
All experiences need a minimum number of participants to operate at the price listed. The minimum number for the Your Life Story Experience is 8 participants, but it’s a very personal experience with a maximum of 15.

Available Dates...
? 10th - 13th Mar 2019

About Your Instructor

Marisa Parker

Ciao! My name is Marisa Parker. I decided to write my family’s story, I did so as a legacy for my kinfolk. It all started with my mother reminiscing and me jotting down her experiences. That was in 2012, and after four years of writing, I realised I wanted it to be more than that..
Booking info...

Our inclusive experiences are very popular, but have limited capacity, so can book out very quickly!

Don’t miss securing your spot. Click the big RED ‘BOOK THIS PACKAGE’ button below, complete the form, and someone will be in contact with you within 24 hours to discuss your booking and options further.

Registrations for bookings close one week prior to each experience date, or unless sold out.

Deposit & Final Payment

To secure your reservation, we require 50% of the total fee payable as a deposit. Reservations are not confirmed until the deposit is received.

Final payment will be due 1 month prior to the arrival date.

Payment of the total experience will be required at the time of booking for all reservations made within 1 month of arrival. We reserve the right to decline any booking request.

Cancellations

Your deposit is fully refundable if the booking is cancelled more than 30 days in advance of your stay.

No refund of the deposit if the booking is cancelled with less than 30 days’ notice.
What to bring...

? Smart phone, Pad or Tablet (charger)
? Note pad and pen
? Fun and engaging attitude!

** This is a self-drive experience, so your own transportation is required.
Inclusions...

☑ Accommodation...

3 nights in either a 4 star Traditional Bed & Breakfast establishment OR upgrade to a Private Cottage OR Holiday House with additional supplement cost.

☑ 2 Day Workshop Programme
ACCOMMODATION

The Your Life Story Workshop Experience is inclusive of accommodation, which we allocate from one of our preferred Bed & Breakfasts based on availability, or share this experience with a group of friends and/or family!

For groups with 3 or 4 couples travelling together, we will accommodate (at no extra cost) in one of our fabulous Holiday Houses. These are perfect for group gatherings with shared communal spaces.

For those booking independently and wanting to share, we will try to pair you with another solo participant wanting to share a room. If we are unable to confirm this, an additional single supplement of $270 will be payable.

A daily breakfast is inclusive with all accommodation.

The total cost for the Your Life Story Workshop Experience including Bed & Breakfast or Holiday House is:

$652 per person twin share
$922 per person including the single supplement

Travelling as a couple and wanting to stay in your own private cottage? Why not upgrade to one of our cottage destinations, either Seaview Farm Retreat or Witches Falls Cottages.

The total cost, including the Introduction to Your Life Story Workshop Experience and the private cottage upgrade is:

$827 per person twin share
$1272 per person including the single supplement

AMORE BED & BREAKFAST -- If you are looking for exceptional accommodation situated close to the heart of everything – then look no further than Amore. Offering elegant traditional B&B accommodation and the quality, charm and intuitive service you deserve Amore is the perfect place to relax.

EAGLEMOUNT BED & BREAKFAST -- Charming & picturesque, the ideal getaway. Retreat to the cool of Tamborine Mountain and relax in the privacy of our luxurious Eaglemount Lodge estate, while still being close to all the restaurants, shops and activities of the Mountain.

TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN BED & BREAKFAST -- Uniquely Australian Bed & Breakfast accommodation located atop beautiful Tamborine Mountain. Be captivated by the absolutely spectacular breathtaking views from your guest deck. Your home away from home - eat well, sleep well – relax, unwind, slow down.

OR Choose a Shared Holiday House:
Available at

Bank House Tamborine Mountain, must be booked as a group of three couples.

Sky House Tamborine Mountain, must be booked as a group of three couples.

Your Accommodation UPGRADE options:

You may upgrade your accommodation..
to one of our cottage destinations, either Seaview Farm Cottage or Witches Falls Cottages The total cost, including the Your Life Story Workshop Experience and upgrade is then:

$827 per person twin share
$1,272 per person including the single supplement

Witches Falls Cottages Tamborine Mountain.

Seaview Farm Cottage Tamborine Mountain.
DAY 1

Afternoon
Check in is any time from 2pm.

Should you choose to arrive earlier, there are many things to enjoy, such as the Rainforest Sky Walk or the spectacular views from almost anywhere on the mountain.

If you choose to check out one of our many restaurants for lunch, make sure you leave some room for dinner!

Evening (6.30pm)
The evening is a fantastic opportunity to meet Marisa and fellow workshop participants.

At 6.30pm, shared Indian cuisine will await you at Masala Shanti on the corner of Long and Eagle Heights Road.

Destinations: Masala Shanti
Meal inclusions: Dinner

DAY 2

Morning (9.00am – 5.00pm)

Your morning starts with a delightful breakfast at your accommodation.

After breakfast, make your way to the designated writer’s venue to commence the workshop at 9.00am.

This full-day covers the key steps for producing a quality family history narrative from outline to finished product, ways to use “storyboarding” to plot your project, and how to build your writing skills, as well as your confidence as a writer.

Within the relaxed atmosphere, there will be plenty of time to brainstorm new ideas, participate in discussion, and most importantly, write. Marisa will be hands on and provide one-on-one feedback as needed.

A light lunch will be provided.

Evening
The evening is at your leisure.

Destinations: Writer’s Venue (tbc)
Meal inclusions: Breakfast, Light Lunch

DAY 3

Morning (9.00am – 3.00pm)

After a hearty breakfast, make your way back to the writer’s venue.

Marisa will continue to guide you through the steps on how to bring your story to life and share your own experiences in a compelling way.

A light lunch will be provided during the day.

Afternoon

At the conclusion of the day, make your way to Witches Falls Winery, where we gather over a glass of wine with cheese and crackers, and casually share our writer’s journey.

Evening
The evening is at your leisure. Your Hosts will have great dining suggestions. Dine in or visit one of the Mountain Restaurants offering a diverse range of cuisines.

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Destinations: Writer’s Venue (tbc)
Meal inclusions: Wine & Cheese at Witches Falls Winery

DAY 4

Take time to enjoy your breakfast before you check out of your accommodation by 10am.

Meal inclusions: breakfast