Hello, I am BookOfCinz! I am an avid reader and traveler and I love all things Caribbean. Over the last five years, I have been sharing my love for Caribbean Literature and showcasing my travels to various Caribbean Islands. I executed four Reading Retreats in Dominica, Jamaica and Anguilla having readers from the Caribbean, US and UK.
I am excited to announce that in 2025 we will be travelling to five Caribbean destinations and you are invited! If you love reading, if you love exploring the Caribbean then these reading Retreats are for you! Come join me was we visit Dominica, Grenada, Jamaica, St. Lucia and Trinidad and Tobago in 2025!
We arrive in Jamaica via Kingston or Montego Bay. You will be picked up and driven to the sleepy town of Treasure Beach. After the long drive you will be greeted with a welcome drink, you get a chance to take in the views, settle in and get ready for a welcome dinner with everyone.
We start off slow by waking up in paradise. We sleep in, only waking up to the alarms of the waves from the sea. Breakfast at the property and you get to laze around. After a delicious lunch we will then head to the world-famous Pelican Bar for a drink and to relax. Book Club and dinner at the villa!
We get up early for our full day trip to Negril, home of the world famous 7-mile white sand beach stretch and Rick’s Cafe! We arrive in Negril, head to Skylark to… well, skylark. Then head over Rockhouse for lunch and after Rick’s cafe to people watch. After a long day of being out, we head back to the villa for dinner.
We kick of the day with breakfast before heading to learn more about the award-winning Appleton Rum! After the immersive rum tour, we cool down at YS Falls. We will soak in the falls, before heading back to Treasure Beach for the rest of the day.
For our last day we will have a Boozy Beach Book Brunch to celebrate a great Retreat so far. From there we will do a mini tour of Treasure Beach before heading to Jacksprat for lunch. All good things must come to an end as we have our closing out dinner at the villa!
Time to go, but not before having a delicious Jamaican breakfast where you will then be driven to your airport.
We arrive in Dominica at the airport where a river runs pass. You will be taken to Sea Cliff cottages to check in and be welcomed with a delicious dinner.
We start off slow by waking up in paradise. We sleep in, only waking up to the alarms of the waves from the sea. Breakfast at a local restaurant in Calibishie followed by Red Rock, chocolate tour. We will then spend the entire day at the beach reading and relaxing before heading back to Sea Cliff for an amazing dinner.
We will have a farm to table brunch at Sea Cliff cottages where we will talk books and reading. Then we leave for an Indian River tour followed by dinner at a local restaurant as the sun sets.
Did you know Dominica is one of the few places in the world you can see whales all year round? This is your chance to see whales in the wild. We will head to the capital for a whale watching tour, a mini tour of the capital, followed by lunch and a drive back. This night will be our book club night.
For our last day we will be chasing waterfalls! Get ready to see some beautiful falls, relax and close our a beautiful time in paradise. We will then have our close out dinner.
Time to go, but not before having a delicious local breakfast where you will then be driven to your airport.
We arrive in Dominica at the airport where a river runs pass. You will be taken to Sea Cliff cottages to check in and be welcomed with a delicious dinner.
We start off slow by waking up in paradise. We sleep in, only waking up to the alarms of the waves from the sea. Breakfast at a local restaurant in Calibishie followed by Red Rock, chocolate tour. We will then spend the entire day at the beach reading and relaxing before heading back to Sea Cliff for an amazing dinner.
We will have a farm to table brunch at Sea Cliff cottages where we will talk books and reading. Then we leave for an Indian River tour followed by dinner at a local restaurant as the sun sets.
Did you know Dominica is one of the few places in the world you can see whales all year round? This is your chance to see whales in the wild. We will head to the capital for a whale watching tour, a mini tour of the capital, followed by lunch and a drive back. This night will be our book club night.
For our last day we will be chasing waterfalls! Get ready to see some beautiful falls, relax and close our a beautiful time in paradise. We will then have our close out dinner.
Time to go, but not before having a delicious local breakfast where you will then be driven to your airport.
The cost includes accommodations (own room for single occupancy, own bed for
double occupancy), food (breakfast, dinner and some lunches) tours, airport
transfers, transportation on the ground, admissions to tours, and soft drinks.
The cost does not include airfare; you will have to purchase your ticket to the islands. It does not include travel insurance, some lunches, tips or alcohol.
We have single occupancy rooms, and they come with one bed. The cost varies for the single occupancy. If you want to book single occupancy room and share the bed with a friend, that is an option, it would be at a reduced cost- please reach out directly on this.
The cost is for each person. You share a room, but you don’t share beds.
Every island will have a different airport code, please reach out to confirm which one is yours.
No. Each person will be given their own bed. Each room comes with a bathroom.
No, you do not have to do all the tours. If you want to come and stay in the villa the entire time, you are free to do so.
We do not take people under the age of 20 years old. We had a mother daughter
once, so we do from 20 to over 60.
No, but it would be nice to read the ONE book we will be discussing. We read one
book and discuss on the trip.
YES, there is! The funds are non-refundable or transferable. To secure your spot you must pay $500USD. The second payment is due within 1-2 months after and the final is due before the retreat.
Payment can be made through direct bank transfer in Jamaica and Trinidad and
Tobago. Payoneer, Zelle for international persons, TD Bank transfer and paypal.
You only read one book and that’s the book club pick for that month.
If you have any other questions, please feel free to reach out and I will be sure to
answer. Email: readingretreat@bookofcinz.com
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