Creatives Retreat in Morocco Fall 2024
Immerse in Morocco - Unleash your Creativity - Expand - Become an Artist of Life
October 23-30, 2024
SOLD OUT - For Nov 31st - 7th openings go HERE
The Creatives Retreat in Morocco is an all-inclusive unique opportunity designed to amplify your creativity in an amazing, inspiring space. Marrakesh, Morocco is an incredibly expressive place with colors and designs all around. Fabrics, art, architecture all light up the senses. Immersing in Marrakesh will amplify your creativity quickly and allow you to express it. If you have a lot of it flowing, it will expand it more and take that potential in new directions.
Join Kelly Sheets and Valori Wells for a one of a kind Creatives Retreat in Marrakesh, Morocco, October, 2024. Our home base will be a private luxurious retreat setting on the outskirts of Marrakesh. It includes delicious meals, creative exploration and adventures.
Spots are limited to create an intimate setting where you get the most out of your retreat time.
Here is what we is included in this adventure of a lifetime.
What we have planned...
Creative explorations with Valori including block printing, photography, stitching and drawing which will be infused into our daily outings. All designed to get you creating without judgement
Daily sessions with Kelly giving you tools to unleash your creativity, understand how and why you personally and specifically stop and start the flow of creativity in daily life. Then be able to integrate this way of being once you leave Morocco and head home
8 days, 7 nights in a shared luxury room (If you don’t have a roommate we will set you up with one)
3 delicious meals a day
Guided Tour of the Medina, the old city, walking the souks and seeing artisans at work
Visit the exquisite Anima Gardens
Class at Ateilers d’ Ailleurs Class with a master artisan
Excursions to the markets to engage with the locals, explore fabrics, art, crafts and taste some local treats
Time to rejuvenate on the rooftop to integrate all of the good vibes of Morocco, connecting with new friends and your self
"Goodie Bag” of travel art supplies to expand your creativity during Valori’s daily creative time
Once you have registered for your week, we’ll follow up with a more detailed itinerary and a small supply list. And, as our trip approaches, we’ll send you helpful information to prepare you for your adventure.
Is this retreat for you?
Do you want to be inspired and light up all of your senses?
Are you looking to expand your creative expression beyond what you are currently experiencing?
Do you feel stuck in life, creativity, business or personal? Or find that you limit yourself with self-judgment?
Are you exploring what else you want to do in your life or want to get to know yourself better?
Do you just have the "feeling" that you need to go?
If any of these fit, we would love to have you. This trip is designed to open your mind, inspire you and help you grow as a person so if it resonates, it is probably the right fit for you.
Together, Valori and Kelly, have complimentary skills that create a unique experience immersing you in Morocco and tapping into higher levels of expression in all areas of your life. Unleashing your creative mojo like this will increase fulfillment in all areas of life, personal and business.
Who are Kelly and Valori....
Kelly Sheets is a executive & personal development coach who helps entrepreneurs and executives to cultivate deep fulfillment, creativity, and power. As an adventure seeker for more than 3 decades, Kelly’s travels have taken her to dozens of far flung places around the globe. Immersive experiences with other cultures have shaped who she is, and how she works with clients, specifically because of the ways travel like this can accelerate growth and inspiration. Find out more about Kelly, who she serves, and how at: www.kellysheets.com
Valori Wells has been a professional artist, fabric designer, and photographer for more than 25 years. A lifelong artisan, she is also the owner of a world-renowned quilt/fabric shop in Sisters, OR where she teaches classes on workshops in various art forms. Valori is the host of Quilter’s Affair, a yearly artisan retreat held every July in Sisters that brings in 1200 students and 36 teachers from around the world for a week of creativity. Bold, unique block prints are her signature expression in the fabric arts. She is passionate, joyful and generous about unleashing the creativity in those around her. She enjoys experimenting with different mediums and loves to bring others into her playful artistic expressions. More on Val here: Valori’s IG
“Magical does not describe my experience on the Moroccan retreat adequately - the sights, sounds and smells were so inspiring, and my creative mind was so full of possibilities every day, I can still sit in my quiet space surrounded by my memories and mentally go back!
This was a retreat like no other I have ever been on. Val & Kelly provided a safe and informative perspective on our art and how we process and create. Eternally grateful for this gift!
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The investment to attend the Creatives Retreat in Morocco is $4,499.
This investment is all-inclusive minus airfare, shipping purchased items to your home, most alcohol, spending money and tips. Your place is only reserved on payment of a 50% deposit of $2249 or payment in full (which includes the deposit) as advertised. This deposit is non-refundable once we have our scheduled call.
You can pay the balance in full while on the call to save $450, or choose a payment plan, the second payment of $1350 is due by June 23, 2024, and the balance of $1350 is payable by August 23, 2024.
You can also book a room privately for $8499. Please note when you sign up for a call that this is what you would like.
Here is how to enroll:
1. It is first come, first serve. Once you click the “Sign Up Here” button you will be directed to choose an appointment on my calendar and put a deposit down at that time. The spots will be taken in the order that deposits are made, not according to the scheduled call time so that those who work or have commitments don’t miss the opportunity.
2. The deposit doesn’t guarantee your spot, we will have our call to confirm that this retreat is the right fit for you. If we decide that it is not a fit on that call, we will refund your deposit minus the Credit card fees. If we confirm that you are coming (yay!) we will set up your payment plan or complete your pay in full.
3. Please read Terms & Conditions at the bottom of this page before signing up for a spot.
If you have questions before signing up, please feel free to email
Kelly@kellysheets.com or Valori@valoriwells.com
“Where to begin? My trip to Morocco with Valori and Kelly was a life changing experience —meeting and working with artisans, walking through historical sites starring at the colorful tile work and carved motifs, winding through the souks and seeing and meeting artisans, traveling to the desert and riding a camel, and visiting Anima sculpture gardens were all inspirational. I also enjoyed the creative sessions and fun activities with our leaders and time to reflect on everything we saw and did. Working with the “SOAR” girls was such a treat and made tears of joy come to my eyes knowing that these girls have made a commitment to stay in school.”
“Absolutely worth it. Kelly and Valorie both kind, patient and talented. Time with both of them was excellent. Visiting sites that allowed you to see creativity and ingenuity. The garden was my favorite, could have spent more time to sketch. The block printing was a good start, gave me enough information to do some of my own when I got home. Should have had a hat with me to visit the camel riding site. I didn’t ride the camels but sitting in the shade and enjoying the site was worth it. Great landscape, should have had my watercolor items with me while I waited for the camel riders.
I have nothing to say about the Peacock Pavilions other than to say, perfecto! Lodging super comfy, food: FIVE STARS! Staff: FIVE STARS!”
“Experiencing Marrakech with Valori and Kelly as our guides was so much fun! They took excellent care of everyone. Their retreat was the perfect mix of exploration, relaxation, and creativity. The places we visited in and around Marrakesh were beautiful. Our lodging and meals were top-notch. And best of all, I couldn’t have asked for a more inspiring, friendly, caring group of ladies to spend a week with.
If you are daydreaming about the possibility of a far-flung adventure, find a way to take this trip. It will stay with you in your heart for a long time after.”
“My “dip” into Morocco with Val & Kelly was wonderful. Our accommodations at the Peacock Pavilion were fantastic: food, amenities, service. The planned excursions outside of our comfy compound were varied and fun: shopping in the Medina (retail therapy & cultural perspective), tour of Anima Gardens (art appreciation), and the camel ride out in the desert (adventure). Spending a morning with the girls from Project Soar was a most impressive, and heart-warming highlight for me. I can still see the smiles on their beautiful faces, and hear the strength in their affirmations.
Thanks for the opportunity to share the Moroccan experience. ”
“Traveling to Morocco was a dream come true. Valori and Kelly prepared us well in advance and once I got to Morocco it was smooth sailing. Every detail was arranged and I could just look out the window and take it all in. It was pure joy. I loved the people zipping around on motorcycles (old and young), the souks, the people!, the architecture, tiles and arched doors. The girls from Project Soar! I loved that it smelled different. The Peacock Pavilion was beautiful and peaceful and the food was wonderful. My favorite part of the trip was spending time with amazing, artistic women. All of us from different places and on different journeys, sharing the same path at least for a while. I’ll never forget them and how they inspired, nurtured, and showed me great kindness.
What I learned about myself was that I was not one kind of artist, but I was all kinds of artist and just maybe my life’s work was creating a joyful life.
Valori and Kelly are an amazing team. The trip was beautifully organized, fun and with the right balance of creative time at the Peacock and sightseeing. Creativity and inspiration was a central theme and infused everything we did. ”
“Experiencing the cacophonous color and sound that is Marrakech under Kelly and Val’s expert guidance sparked a creative burst that continues today. But it is the moments of silence under a desert sky that changed me.”
“Our stay at Peacock Pavilions was marvelous. A great time to relax and actually be in the moment. Val and Kelly’s program was very inspiring and educational. I especially enjoyed the time we had to just Play, Breathe, and Create!
I have often brought myself back to that trip and remind myself to “Be in the Moment!”
Oh, and the camel ride. Did I mention this bucket list experience?
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“This was our, daughter Cory and my, second Creative Immersion Retreat with Valori Wells and Kelly Sheets. Being introduced to Moroccan sights, sounds, colors, tastes and smells, culture, people, and experiences with exuberant Val and Kelly is unimaginably wonderous. From staying in the luxurious Peacock Resort with a small group of fascinating women, to wandering in 14th-century Medina and museums, making pots with an expert, lunching and camel riding in the desert, wandering in the Anima Botanical Gardens, Energy Talks with Kelly and creativity projects with Val, and more, these unique experiences open minds and hearts to new understandings and possibilities. As in Bali (our first Retreat), and with travel confidence gained from our first week, Cory and I continued our Moroccan wandering, with two life highlights: riding and over-nighting on a camel safari in the Sahara Desert, AND the warmth of the Moroccan people.
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“I am so thankful for this amazing opportunity and experience. I knew this trip would be life changing, but I did not know to what degree. I can tell you that I am not only a changed person in every fiber of my body, but that my creative spirit is bursting again, my passion for travel and cultural immersion has been fed and is overflowing. My soul is happy, I will be coming back ... next year for the retreat. The combo of cultural immersion, art & creativity and self discovery & awareness makes for the perfect Bali experience.”
“What an Amazing, Life Altering Journey!!! I am still in Awe!!! Thanks for making My Journey so fulfilling. Already Thinking of next trip!”
“I think a person grows when traveling and even more so when it’s a foreign country. We are such a spoiled country and it make you stop and appreciate our lives after these trips. The people of Bali were such happy, caring people. They worked so hard to make sure we were taken care of and having a good time! Loved meeting the other people on the trip and the sharing that made us close. Was excited about the projects that we did and hope to continue getting better at them.”
Terms and Conditions Agreement for the Morocco Creatives Retreat (Oct 23-30, 2024) updated March 9, 2023
By registering for the Morocco Creatives retreat (October 23-30, 2024) you confirm you have read, understand and accept the following Terms and Conditions:
General
This retreat is organized and hosted by Valori Wells(VW) and Kelly Sheets(KS)
Attendance at this retreat and involvement in any and all retreat activities are at your own risk. It is your responsibility to arrange travel insurance which is highly recommended.
All dietary requirements can be catered for but it is your responsibility to advise us of any such requirements no later than 28 days before the event.
No pets or children are allowed on site.
Non-participating guests are not permitted on site.
Any valuables brought onto the site are your responsibility.
No alcohol may be brought onto the site.
You will comply with any Moroccan government-issued COVID guidelines.
Registration
Your place is only reserved on payment of a 50% deposit or payment in full (which includes the deposit) as advertised. This deposit is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Bookings are on a first come first served basis.
Registration is non-transferable and resale of places is not permitted.
Payment Plan
If only the deposit is paid on registration, the second payment of $1350 is due by June 23, 2024, and the balance $1350 is payable by August 23, 2024.
An invoice for the amount due will be issued by the Organizer to you to the email address used to register. Failure to pay the invoice for the balance in full within 14 days will result in you forfeiting your place. In such a case there will be no refunds on payments made up to that point.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation in writing before midnight PST on August 23, 2024: 50% cancellation fee (this is the deposit).
Cancellation in writing at or after midnight PST on August 24, 2024: 100% cancellation fee (includes the deposit)
The Organizers cannot be held liable for situations beyond our control, including but not limited to acts of war, acts of God, threats or acts of terrorism, civil unrest or unforeseen personal circumstances. In the case of cancellation by the organizers under such circumstances other than a government-enforced Morocco national lockdown at the time of the retreat, no refunds will be payable and no compensation is payable for any individual travel arrangements you have made. In the case of Morocco national lockdown coinciding with the dates of the retreat, you will be offered the choice to transfer to the rescheduled retreat or a full refund of your fees paid. No refunds will be given in case of you testing positive for COVID, or any other COVID-related circumstances preventing you from traveling to and attending the retreat. It is your responsibility to ensure you have adequate insurance to cover this eventuality.
Use Of Valori Wells and Kelly Sheets Intellectual Property
The retreat’s teaching material contains intellectual property owned by VW, and KS including copyrights, proprietary information, trademarks, and other intellectual property. VW and KS reserve all rights in this intellectual property. While you may blog about, or otherwise share via social media, your general experience regarding the retreat, you may not publish, redistribute, copy, synopsize, or otherwise convey to others any content from the retreat for any purpose whatsoever. All teaching material is exclusively the property of VW and KS and is strictly protected by intellectual property/copyright law.
Liability waiver
You acknowledge that participation in the retreat carries with it certain inherent risks that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken to avoid injuries or property loss. You agree to waive, release, and discharge the Organizers, VW and KS from any and all liability for death, disability, personal injury, property damage, property theft or actions of any kind.
Other
In the case of emergency, natural disaster or cancellation by the venue for any reason, the Organizers reserve the right to change the venue without notice at any time.
The Organizers reserve the right to change the schedule and teaching staff without notice at any time.
Any disputes will be dealt with under the laws of Oregon