Is the art retreat available to all levels?

The art retreat with Jennifer Orkin Lewis and Gayle Kabaker is open to all levels of art experience.

When is the art retreat available?

The art retreat with artists Jennifer Orkin Lewis and Gayle Kabaker in Agadir, Morocco, takes place between September 16 - 23, 2026.

Are there any check-in and check-out hours?

Please make your travel arrangements to arrive after 4:00 PM on September 16, 2026. Check-out is after breakfast, by 10:00 AM, on the last day of the art retreat, September 23, 2026.

Is Wi-Fi available?

Free Wi-Fi is available in the main reception space, dining and living rooms, workshop spaces, common areas, and all rooms.

I am vegetarian/vegan. Can I book this art retreat?

Yes. Regular, vegetarian, vegan, diabetic, gluten-free, and lactose-free diets are catered for. Please get in touch in advance to discuss your dietary requirements. Please note, however, that we cannot accommodate severe, life-threatening allergies.

How do I get to the retreat venue?

Private airport transfers at prearranged times to and from Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK) are included. The transfer journey to the retreat venue takes approximately three hours. We recommend allowing more time for international travel and arriving in Morocco a day before the retreat starts so that you may adapt to the new time zone ahead of the retreat. Alternatively, you can land in Agadir and take a taxi to the retreat venue. The retreat venue is approximately a 20-minute drive from Agadir Al-Massira International Airport (AGA). For more information, please read the Location tab. Please hold off booking flights until the retreat becomes guaranteed and you have been charged for your participation.

What’s the weather like in Agadir, Morocco, in September?

The weather in Agadir, Morocco, in May is generally sunny and warm. You can expect average highs of 28°C / 82°F during the day that drop to around 17°C / 63°F at night. Agadir enjoys very mild winters and warm summers, without excesses, and very little rain throughout the year. May is an excellent time to stay in Agadir, as the temperatures are pleasant without being too hot and sunshine abounds.

What should I pack?

Please pack appropriate clothing, sunscreen, a swimsuit, insect repellent, soothing cream for insect bites, a cardigan for chilly evenings, comfortable shoes, a sun hat and sunglasses, personal care items, and any personal medication you might need.

Can I do laundry while on the retreat?

Laundry facilities are available at the retreat venue.

What art supplies do I need for the art classes?

A detailed list of art materials recommended by artists Jennifer Orkin Lewis and Gayle Kabaker will be provided five months before the retreat takes place. French easels, glass jars, paper towels, appropriate disposal bins, tables, chairs, and plastic covers are available at the retreat venue.

How many people are to be expected on the art retreat?

There is a maximum number of 17 participants.

Are SPA treatments included?

A complimentary relaxing Moroccan steam bath 'hammam' is included in your retreat. A full range of massage treatments, salt cave spa treatments, salt therapies, and purifying wildflower baths can be scheduled upon arrival to be paid for on location.

Do I need a visa?

Guests traveling from the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the EU, and/or Schengen member states may enter Morocco for tourist purposes without a visa. Please contact us for further guidance.

Is there a local currency I should acquire before arriving?

Credit cards are becoming widely accepted in big cities (hotels, restaurants); however, most of the country runs on cash. The currency is the dirham; 10 dirhams = US$1. Make sure you notify your bank that you'll be using your card in Morocco. Take out cash from an ATM at the airport. You will need cash for taxis, small purchases, market visits, and tipping. Tipping is customary in Morocco.

Are there any age restrictions?

There are no restrictions whatsoever. Please keep in mind that you must be 18 years of age to travel independently.

Is the art retreat available to guests with limited mobility?

Unfortunately, the retreat venue and trips are not well suited for people with limited mobility. The trips involve plenty of walking on uneven streets. Getting around the accommodation spaces, the studio, and the relaxation areas requires a short walk and climbing stairs.

What language is used during the art workshop and other activities?

The art retreat is available in English.

What happens if I need to cancel?

Once the retreat is guaranteed, all payments are final and nonrefundable. Bookings are nonrefundable under any circumstances. Participants are required to purchase travel, medical, and cancellation insurance for protection against any circumstances that might require cancellation or change of travel arrangements. After your payment is processed, you may purchase insurance through the following link: Purchase insurance. Please review our cancellation policy.

Do I need travel insurance?

Yes. Since all bookings are nonrefundable, travel insurance is mandatory for all UpTrek travelers. Participants are required to purchase travel, medical, and cancellation insurance for protection against any circumstances that might require cancellation or change of travel arrangements. We strongly advise that your chosen policy provides cover against lost or delayed baggage, loss of personal belongings, trip cancellation, trip interruption, accidents, illness, injury, medical expenses, death, and emergency repatriation.

For your convenience, UpTrek is affiliated with Allianz Travel and is a Registered Travel Retailer under AGA license. Click here to purchase your insurance plan.

Please note that UpTrek is not qualified or authorized to answer questions about coverage, benefits, exclusions, or conditions of any Allianz Travel Insurance plan. If you have questions about your plan, please contact Allianz Global Assistance directly at CustomerService@AllianzAssistance.com or by phone at 1-800-284-8300. Be sure to provide the reference code F215276 so Allianz knows you are purchasing protection for an UpTrek trip.

We strongly recommend reviewing the terms and conditions of any insurance policy you purchase to fully understand the coverage, benefits, and claims process. We will gladly provide the essential documentation to support refund claims with the insurance provider.

Do I have to pay a deposit?

No. Once the number of guest reservations reaches the minimum number required for the retreat to become guaranteed, UpTrek charges the guests the cost of the retreat. Guests who reserved will be notified 48 hours in advance that their payment method on file is about to be charged.

Will I receive a full refund if the retreat is not guaranteed?

UpTrek does not charge the payment method we collect until the retreat becomes guaranteed. Once the retreat is guaranteed, there will be no reimbursement. Participants are required to purchase travel, medical, and cancellation insurance for protection against any circumstances that might require cancellation or change of travel arrangements.

Will I receive a full refund if the guaranteed retreat is canceled by the artists or by UpTrek?

If the retreat is canceled due to force majeure events or circumstances out of UpTrek's and/or the instructors' control, UpTrek will let you know as soon as possible, refund the total cost of the retreat, and help you find another option for your vacation.