Retreat Itinerary
Please note, some items in this itinerary are submit to change.
OCT 19 — Check-in & Welcome Dinner BBQ at the Villa
Check-in is after 4 pm. There's no better welcome after a long flight than a Moroccan BBQ prepared by the Villa’s in-house chef while meeting all tatreez-ers for the first time.
*Please note, you are responsible for your own transportation to and from the Villa. We are happy to help connect you to other attendees to coordinate carpooling. We recommend flying into Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK).
OCT 20 — Moroccan Afternoon Tea at the Villa and Tatreez Circle
A day to relax and recover from jet lag, while having enjoying Moroccan Tea at the Villa and time to stitch in a tatreez circle with the girls. This is also a great day to book additional activities available at and around the Villa for an small additional charge, including a spa/hammam, horse back riding, a pottery and tiling workshop, and more. *View a full list of activities below in the FAQ.
OCT 21 — A Day in the Atlas Mountains with the Berber Women, Cooking and Weaving
Pick up this day will be at 9am. We will escape the hustle of Marrakech for a day in the stunning Ourika Valley. Our journey begins at a local cooperative, where skilled artisans reveal the intricate craft of carpet weaving. We will observe their expertise and try our hand at this tradition.
Next, we will be immersed in Moroccan cuisine with a hands-on cooking experience led by a Berber chef. We will learn the secrets of traditional dishes, from baking bread to preparing the iconic Tagine and Couscous. Afterward, we will join locals for a traditional tea ceremony, followed by a short stroll through the village to explore its rich agricultural offerings.
We will enjoy a delicious lunch featuring the specialty you've prepared, then, if you wish, embark on a leisurely hike through the serene landscapes of Ourika Valley. We will take in the peaceful surroundings before meeting our driver for transfer back to Marrakech.
We'll have free time in the evening to make dinner reservations at our preferred restaurant.
Oct 22 — 1001 Nights in the Agafay Desert
We will have time in the morning and afternoon today for a tatreez circle along with any additional activities you’d like to sign up for (*view the full list below in the FAQ).
From 5:00-11:00pm, we will head to the Agafay desert, 45 minutes from Marrakech. With the beauty of the rocky terrain stretching in front of us, we will arrive just as the sun sets. We will then experience a performance of Gnaoua and Ahouach, with rhythmic beats and melodies. Each note resonates with the history and spirit of the Berber people.
We will then move to a Bedouin tent, where a dinner awaits filled with savory Moroccan dishes, prepared with local ingredients. We will be joined by a local Berber woman as she bakes traditional bread in a clay oven, served with mint tea. An optional keepsake from this magical night, you can adorn your hands with henna art.
As darkness sets in the desert, we will experience a guided stargazing session.
Oct 23 — Tatreez Workshops and A Day at the Souk
We will have time in the morning for a breakout tatreez class session where you will get to choose which skill and instructor you’d like to learn from Amanne, Bayan, or Lina (more details coming and subject to change) before we head to the souk around 2pm with our local guide. We can explore Marrakech's open markets on a private walking tour where we can shop, and gain a greater insight into Moroccan culture.
We'll have free time in the evening to make dinner reservations at our preferred restaurant.
Oct 24 — A Day of Leisure and Farewell Dinner at the Villa
In the morning, we will have time to stitch in a tatreez circle with the girls or book additional activities you’d like to do on this last day (*view the full list below in the FAQ).
Our farewell dinner will be tonight where we will all gather in our Palestinian thobes as one final hoorah. We may also be taking group photos before dinner!
Oct 25 — Goodbye & Check Out
Check-out is at 11am. We’ll sadly say goodbye to each other but hope it’s the start of new friendships. Goodbye breakfast for those who can attend!
*If you have time before your flight for activities, local agents can store your luggage safely.
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FAQs
Can I attend if I don’t know how to stitch?
We will not be hosting beginner tatreez workshops at this retreat. Each attendee is expected to bring their own supplies and their own projects to stitch during the week. If you are unfamiliar with tatreez you will not be learning how to stitch at this retreat, but you will likely learn some fun tips and tricks from other attendees.
What are the additional activities I can book at the Villa?
There is a whole host of individual activities you have available to you to book for a small additional charge during your stay. The full list is: 1) Hammam 2) Pottery and Tiling Workshop 3) Hot Air Balloon Experience 4) Visiting the YSL Museum. At the Villa, you can schedule 1) A Spa Day and treatments 2) Swimming, Yoga, Pilates 3) Horseback Riding 4) Paragliding. We will provide these listings to you upon registration and you can book before or during the retreat, availability permitting!
How do I get there?
We recommend flying into Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK) and then taking a 15min car ride from the airport to the Villa. We are happy to help connect you to other attendees to coordinate carpooling.
What’s the room accommodations?
We have two room options available for reservation. Each shared room has two beds. Each single room is private and only has one bed (hence the different pricing). If you don’t have someone to room with, we’re happy to help coordinate.
I’m not Palestinian, can I attend?
Yes, all are welcome to attend if you’re a tatreezer. It is important to note that this retreat is in celebration of Palestinian embroidery, and therefore a safe space for Palestinians. If you do not stand with Palestinian liberation, this is not the retreat for you.
Can I bring my children?
The Tatreez Retreat is open to women 18+. We are not able to accommodate individuals that do not fit this criteria!
What’s the point of this retreat?
We created this retreat as a way to gather in community, centered around the art of tatreez. After spending so many years only connected through the internet, we wanted to meet in person to stitch together, learn from each other, and grow together as artists. This retreat can truly be what you want it to be.
What’s included in the cost?
Included: The fee to attend covers your chosen room accommodation for 6 nights at our Villa, all group activities listed in the itinerary above, breakfast every morning, most dinners and lunches.
Not Included: Transportation is not included.
What should I pack?
Don’t forget to bring a Palestinian Thobe to wear during the farewell dinner, your tatreez supplies and projects, athletic wear or clothing comfortable for the desert, and optional swimwear.
*Please note, you are responsible for your own transportation to and from the Villa. We are happy to help connect you to other attendees to coordinate carpooling. We recommend flying into Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK).
We have two room options available for reservation. Each shared room has two beds. Each single room is private and only has one bed (hence the different pricing). If you don’t have someone to room with, we’re happy to help coordinate.
Single Bed in Shared Room
$3,850 USD (includes room and planned group activities)
Private Room at the Villa
$4,450 USD (includes room and planned group activities)
Payments are Non Refundable & Non Transferable
Investment Does NOT include transportation to and from the retreat
Check in at 4pm Sunday, October 19
Check out 11am Saturday, October 25
*For ease of payments and securing spots, this year, we are not offering deposits and only accepting one-time payments.