3-Day Beachside Writing Retreat

INFORMATION HUB

Unlock your writing and let it flow onto the page

Saturday, June 28-Monday, June 30

with Dr. Cindy, The Expert’s Ghostwriter®


Event Details

Three full days Saturday, June 28-Monday, June 30

Retreat Venue: 11363 Beachside/ Galveston, TX 77554

Beach House: 11718 Opihi/ Galveston, TX 77554

Cindy’s Cell #: 713-277-8298

Plan to arrive Friday, June 27 and depart Tuesday, July 1

On Friday, June 27, starting at 6:30 p.m. we will have a Welcome Pizza Party (with DF GF option) at the retreat venue for everyone!

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Optional Dinner Reservations

Saturday, June 28 @7:00 p.m. Gaido’s James Beard Award Winner 2025, a Coastal Classic since 1911

Sunday, June 29 @7:00 p.m. Grotto at the San Luis Resort—maybe book a spa treatment before dinner

Monday, June 30 @6:00 p.m. Baywatch Dolphin Tour, Yaga’s Cafe casual and lively in Galveston’s Historic Strand District

Quick Reminders

Breakfast and lunch are included

Snacks are included

Dinner is on your own, and you will be invited to go out with the group

A printer and paper will be available

There will be a creativity area with art paper and art pencils, highlighters, scissors, and tape

Keep checking this page! It will be updated as we get closer to the event.

Pre-Event Activities

  • Schedule your 1-1 one-hour session* with Dr. Cindy pre-retreat to define your action plan any time before the event. SCHEDULE HERE

  • Have any dietary restrictions or food preferences to share? I want to know all of them to best keep you healthy and hydrated. COMPLETE THE FORM

  • Meet and Greet with the other attendees Tuesday, June 24 10:00-11:00 a.m. CT on Zoom at this link: https://zoom.us/j/7132778298

Post-Event Activity

  • 1-1 one-hour session* with Dr. Cindy in July post-retreat to define your way forward SCHEDULE HERE

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  • Laptop and charger

  • Favorite pen and notebook

  • Any and all materials pertaining to your book

  • That book you’ve been meaning to read

  • Phone and charger

  • Noise-cancelling headphones (if desired)

  • Favorite water bottle

  • Yoga mat (if desired)

  • Sunscreen

  • Insect repellent (it’s summer in Texas, y’all!)

  • Swimsuit (if desired)

  • Beach shoes (water shoes, crocs, flip flops, sandals, etc.)

  • Sun hat

  • Umbrella

  • Poncho/light rain jacket

  • Medications and supplements

  • Favorite cosmetics (makeup optional)

  • Casual summer clothes (linen, shorts, tank tops, palazzo pants, sun dresses, etc)

  • Light jacket or wrap in case the A/C or night winds are breezy

  • Any super-specific snacks or drinks you must have to feel complete

Lodging

ALL ATTENDEES have a private room with an ensuite bathroom waiting for you.

You’ll receive check-in instructions 48 hrs before. You may check in after 4:00 p.m. on Friday, June 27 and must check out by 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 1. (I will request early check-in and late check-out, but that’s not guaranteed)

I strongly encourage you to arrive the day before and leave the day after so you don’t miss anything June 28-30.

AIR TRAVEL

There are two airports with service to Houston. It's easy to get an Uber/Lyft or taxi to and from either. If you prefer to rent a car, there’s ample parking at the retreat venue and the beach house.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

2800 N Terminal Rd

Houston, TX 77032

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

7800 Airport Blvd

Houston, TX 77061

GETTING AROUND

Uber and Lyft drivers are plentiful. 

There is parking at the retreat location in case you’re driving in or renting a car.

The area is safe for walking, but be mindful of the heat and sun.

I don't recommend the bus system because it doesn't have a reputation for reliability.