“Writing is perhaps the greatest of human inventions, binding together
people, citizens of distant epochs, who never knew each other. Books break
the shackle of time, proof that humans can work magic.”
— Cosmos, Carl Sagan
 

Hands-on adventurous workshops

Tranquilo Retreat is home to The Word Tour which offers writing workshops and retreats in Panama’s natural spaces. Writers discover their unique voice, improve craft, and write creatively. Come and connect naturally through art and nature.

Writing Workshops

Introductory Group Workshops - FREE

Introductory group workshop shares a proven writing workshop method.

$25 value offered free of charge.

 

Group Workshops (max 12 people)

Offered the last Thursday of the month.

Coffee 8:30 am, Workshop 9:00 - 11:30 am ($25.00)

All workshops include written feedback.

 

One-on-One Workshops

By appointment, package of 3 $140

All workshops include written feedback.

 

HIKE AND WRITE

Discover the beauty of Panama's natural treasures as you listen to the rhythm of the waves, trek to mesmerizing waterfalls, and savor breathtaking vistas. Let nature be your muse as you embark on a journey of inspiration. Stay at Tranquilo Retreat and return to your cozy casita to weave your own stories.

WRITE ALONG

a writers group designed to inspire, support and educate.

Meets the first Thursday of every other month

9:00 - 10:30 am

Tranquilo Retreat

Join the Facebook group for monthly topics

 

Writing Retreats

Offered annually. Next retreat March 31-April 3, 2025.

Morning Tempo PODCAST

With Roberto Hernandez

New Writers Should Surround Themselves With Like-minded Creatives

As much as I struggle with writing, I found Lynda’s prompts and style to move me past those struggles. I anticipate writing more with her encouragement.
— Elizabeth

 

bio

Lynda Writing in the mountains.jpg

Lynda is an AWA Affiliate, certified to lead workshops in the AWA method of writing. She finds natural spaces to write and creates memorable writing workshops. Her publications include newspaper and magazine articles, book reviews, literature kits, and children’s and adult fiction. Her current project is a young adult science fiction trilogy.

Chorro Viviana, Photo credit B. Chrisse Harwanko

 

Testimonials

This workshop gave me a wonderful opportunity to not only indulge some latent desire to write, but also to appreciate the voice of the others who participated.
— Norma