Question 1

What's INCLUDED in the price?

Accepted Answer

6 NIGHTS 
accommodation in Boutique Hotel Atelier

5 DAYS 
of tuition 6 hours per day

ALL MEALS
(breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks and non alcoholic drinks)

2 extra activities
(visit to Dalí Museum and extra surprise :) )

Models 
(when requested by instructor)

Transfers to and from the venue on the first and last days of the retreat to

FIGUERES VILAFANT Train Station

Easels, solvents and brush cleaner
Hairdryer
Wifi

21% VAT included

Question 2

What's NOT INCLUDED in the price?

Accepted Answer

Art materials needed for each specific retreat, such as paints, palette, palette knife and canvas.
Flights, transportation costs 
(except for our complimentary transfers on the first and last day to Figueres- Vilafant Train Station).
Alcoholic drinks and soft drinks.
Specific gel or shampoo
Extra activities will be offered and are totally optional with an extra cost 
such the Visit with guide to the Museum Dali, or a visit to Cadaques city, 
bike tour to the Natural park beside the venue.
all activities will be offered the first day of the venue.

Question 3

Non Participating Partner

Accepted Answer

If you book a private bedroom then you are very welcome to bring along a travel companion with you who will not be participating in the workshop. Partners will be very welcome to join all of our meals and activities, and become a part of our group. check prices!
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We will happily assist in planning activities during the days for your partner, such as bike tours, trips to local towns, and walks around the surrounding countryside. Equally, your partner is very welcome to relax by the pool and enjoy the beautiful countryside or at the beach. We recommend bringing a car so that you can travel around freely, however, it will also be possible to call a taxi at any time to take you to the local train station.
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The fee for non-participating partners includes: 21% IVA - 6 nights accommodation - Arrival & Departure Transfers - Breakfasts, lunches, dinners & snacks - Tea, coffee & soft drinks - Wine tour & tasting - Laundry - Heated swimming Pool - Wifi.

Question 4

Participating Partner - all-inclusive-

Accepted Answer

Bring a partner or friend who will attend the workshop with you. If you book a private bedroom you are welcome to bring along a a travel companion who will participate in the workshop with you and share a bedroom with you. all-inclusive rate for your travel companion! check prices!:)

Question 5

The Food

Accepted Answer

​All meals will be made up of delicious home-cooked cuisine by our chef Joseph, and will take place in our beautiful dining hall or outside whenever the weather is nice.
Vegetarian and gluten free options can be available, vegan won't be possible :(
please let us know in advance if you have any dietary requirements (dietary needs rather than preferences).

Question 6

Transfer meeting

Accepted Answer

We want you to have a fully relaxed experience and we're pleased to offer group private transfers for all retreat participants arriving at:

FIGUERES VILAFANT Train Station

Check-in on Sunday at 5 pm 
Check-out on Saturday at 10 am.

Our transfer to the venue will collect you on the first day of the workshop from

FIGUERES VILAFANT Train Station at 5:30pm,

you must confirm in advance if you plan to meet the transfer. 
Our transfer from the venue will take you back on the final day of the workshop to

FIGUERES VILAFANT train station, departing from the venue at 10am.
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If you would like to book a private transfer or taxi at a different time or from a different location let us know re(mailto:info@artescapeitaly.com)treats@ateliercostabrava.com 
(please note private transfers and taxis are not included in the price of the workshop).

Question 7

Which airport should I fly to?

Accepted Answer

BARCELONA International Airport
or
GIRONA COSTA BRAVA Airport  
which is the closest airport to our retreat. 
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Question 8

What if I can't meet the transfer times?

Accepted Answer

If  you can't meet one of our complimentary transfers, contact us we will find a solution :)

Question 9

How do I book and pay?

Accepted Answer

To book a place on this retreat click Book Now below and you'll be taken to a separate page where you can choose your bedroom option, register.
First step will be to pay a 850€ deposit. 
The remaining balance must can be paid up to 3 MONTHS before the start of the retreat via bank transfer (we will send you a reminder and our bank details).

If you don't have the funds to book and pay right now please send us an email atelier@ateliercostabrava.com (mailto:atelier@ateliercostabrava.com)as we are happy to arrange a payment plan that works for you!

Question 10

What if I need to cancel my booking?

Accepted Answer

For cancellations made up to 12 weeks before a retreat start date, the total retreat balance (minus the €850 non-refundable deposit) is refunded to the Client.

For cancellations made less than 12 weeks before the retreat start date, no refunds will be issued.

Question 11

What happens if the workshop or retreat I booked is cancelled?

Accepted Answer

If  a given workshop has fewer than the minimum number of bookings before  the course is due to start, the retreat will be cancelled and any  persons who have booked to attend will be notified immediately. If a course is cancelled by ATELIER, the full payment (including  deposit) will be 100% refunded immediately. 
We only refund bookings with ATELIER, we do not refund the cost of travel. 
We advise you to  book travel insurance.

Question 12

Do I need to have painting experience to attend a workshop or retreat?

Accepted Answer

No.  Our workshops and retreats are open to all levels from beginner to  advanced, our instructors are all sufficiently experienced as teachers to be able to personalize the level of instruction to each student’s  level. 
If in doubt, please email us with any questions.

Question 13

What should I bring with me?

Accepted Answer

You  will need to bring all of the necessary art materials listed in the  information pack which we will send to you a few months before the start of the retreat. 
We will provide mediums, solvents, and easels so you do not need to travel with them

Question 14

How can I take my paintings home at the end of the course?

Accepted Answer

Leave  enough space in your suitcases so that you can pack up your work and  take it home with you, we are happy to help you pack your work in a way  that should prevent any damage. 
 
If  you don't have enough space in your suitcase then we recommend that you  purchase a wet painting carrier, which can be purchased in various  stores such as raymarart.com  these are easy to carry and not too expensive, although these are only  suitable for carrying panels. 
 
If  these options don't suit you then we can arrange shipment of your work  to you - the cost will depend on the shipping company. This is an extra  service we provide for your comfort, if any damage occurs during  shipping this is not the responsibility of ATELIER.

Question 15

How many students are normally on a course?

Accepted Answer

We welcome 10-13 participants on each art retreat, unless specified otherwise.
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