- A welcome reception
- 5 art classes
- Admission fees to sites mentioned above
- Farewell dinner
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Mallorca Vacation Workshop with Brenda Murray
May 6-10, 2025
Discover Palma de Mallorca's rich history, architecture and art as you stroll around the medieval quarter of this sun-drenched Mediterranean city. This vacation package is equal parts cultural experience and art class. You will enjoy 5 art classes taught by Brenda Murray plus several demonstrations, and many sketching opportunities. We are looking forward to making art in good company. Average temperatures in Mallorca at this time of year are a high of 70-72°F (21-22°C) in the day and a night-time low of 50-53°F (10-11°C).
Meet Brenda Murray
Brenda is a Canadian artist, art instructor and the owner of Studio 56. She has taught in-person and online workshops. A seasoned traveler, Brenda has traveled to 28 countries and lived in South Korea for 4 years. She has also visited Mallorca in 2024 to become familiar with the island to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Learn more about Brenda HERE.
About Palma de Mallorca
Palma is a small island in the Mediterranean belonging to Spain. It was founded as a Roman camp upon the remains of a Talaiotic settlement, The city was raided several times, reconquered by the Byzantine Empire then colonised by the Moors (who called it Medina Mayurqa) and, in the 13th century, by James I of Aragon. We will explore and sketch the massive Santa María cathedral, a Gothic landmark begun in the 13th century, the adjacent Almudaina Palace, a Moorish-style Arab fortress converted to a royal residence, Bellver Castle, a medieval fortress with a distinctive circular shape and more.
When to Arrive?
Sunday May 4, 2025
Welcome to Palma de Mallorca! Your arrival date is your decision but we suggest you arrive on Sunday May 4 so that you have time to settle in and possibly to adjust to a new time zone or the vagaries of travel which, as we know, could include a missed or delayed flight. Better to be relaxed at the start of your vacation workshop.
Warm Up Sketch + Welcome Reception
Monday May 5, 2025
Workshop participants who arrive early are invited to meet in the hotel lobby at 2:00 for a warm up sketch (optional Brenda will not be teaching). All tour participants are invited to a welcome reception in the evening. We will meet at 6pm in the hotel lobby and walk from there.
Day 1-- Castell de Bellver + Workshop #1
Tuesday May 6, 2025
After breakfast we will orient ourselves to the city with a Hop on Hop off bus tour that will take us to Bellver Castle. Here we will tour the castle and Brenda will teach Workshop #1.
After lunch we will complete our orientation of the city on the Hop on Hop off Bus.
Day 2 -- Almudaina Royal Palace + Santa Maria Cathedral + Workshop #2
Wednesday May 7, 2025
Today we will visit the Almudaina Royal Palace, originally a Moorish-style Arab fortress that was converted to a royal residence and we will visit the gothic Santa Maria Cathedral next door. Afterwards Brenda will teach Workshop #2.
Day 3 -- A Day Trip to Sóller + Workshop #3
Thursday May 8, 2025
Today we will take a day trip by train and tram to the port city of Sóller. Enroute we will pass through the gorgeous Serra de Tramuntana mountain range then we will pass through fields of carob and almond trees and lemon trees climbing ever higher through tunnels up the mountain. From the Sóller train station we will catch a tram down the mountain to the Sóller beach on the other side. We will spend the day exploring the town, walking along the beach and enjoying a beautiful day.
Somewhere along this route, Brenda will teach Workshop #3.
Day 4 -- Windmills, a Museum of Art + Workshop #4
Friday May 9, 2025
After breakfast we will take a short walk to the el Jonquet neighborhood in search of the many windmills once used here to grind flour. Here Brenda will teach Workshop #4. After lunch we will visit the Baluard Museum of Contemporary Art.
Day 5 -- Pueblo Español + Workshop #5
Saturday May 10, 2025
Today we will visit the Pueblo Español, an open-air museum that features 72 examples of Spanish architecture. Here Brenda will teach Workshop #5.
In the evening we will enjoy our farewell dinner (included).
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE ORDER OF EVENTS AND SUBJECTS PROPOSED IN THIS ITINERARY MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
Departure
Sunday May 11, 2025
It's time to say goodbye but you will never forget the friends you made or the skills you learned during this great week! Or extend your stay for a long relaxing holiday :)
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FAQs
Click HERE to review frequently asked questions. For more information about this vacation package contact Brenda Murray at Studio56Boutique@gmail.com.
Tour Includes
Tour Excludes
- Flights
- hotels
- meals (except farewell dinner )
- Painting supplies
- Porterage/luggage handling
- Travel insurance
- Expenses of a personal nature
- Items not explicitly specified in the inclusion list
Early Bird Prices! Book now before Dec 3, 2024 and save $200USD!
$1699.USD $1499.USD Workshop Participant
$1099.USD NonSketcher Companion Participant (such as a partner or travelling buddy)
NonSketcher Companion tickets include the same attractions and meals as the Workshop Participants with the exception of the art classes.
To reserve your spot in this workshop, a $500USD nonrefundable deposit is required for Workshop Participants and a $300USD nonrefundable deposit is required for nonSketcher Companions 150 days prior to the start of the workshop (Dec 7, 2024). The remaining balance is due 120 days prior to the start of the workshop (Jan 6, 2025).
Please read our Refund Policy.
Greenlighting a workshop
Workshops are greenlighted when the minimum number of tickets (10) has been sold. All ticket holders will be notified by email when this happens. Please do not book non-refundable flights or accommodation until we have given the go-ahead for the workshop.
Bring a Friend and Get a Discount
Here's how it works. You and your sketching buddy register for the workshop with your deposits. Then send us an email and tell us you are registering with a sketching buddy. You will each be refunded $50USD after the start of the workshop if the workshop sells out with 15 participants.
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Accommodations
The official hotel of this workshop is centrally located with bright modern rooms. Depending on room type, room rates start at 176€/night including breakfast.
The hotel cancellation policy
Cancellation is allowed up to 7 days before arrival free of charge. 1 night charge as cancellation fees.
Before making a hotel reservation, please click the BOOK NOW button below to ensure you have a spot in this workshop.
After this workshop is greenlighted all participants will be contacted with information about how to book the hotel and get the group rate.
Travel + Medical Insurance
Last minute cancellations in this vacation workshop for any reason are nonrefundable therefore protect your investment by purchasing trip cancellation insurance. Click HERE for a list of US travel insurance providers. Some credit card companies may also offer travel insurance if you paid for your trip using that credit card. Travel medical insurance is also strongly recommended for participants travelling out of country.
Pedestrian Friendly?
"Pedestrian-friendly" is not the same as "Pedestrian-only". If you are not able to walk 15-20 minutes and manage stairs, we recommend you consider a different Studio 56 workshop that is less physically demanding.
Practical Tips
Flying in to Palma Airport, there is a shuttle bus that picks up just outside the airport every 20 minutes-- Line A1. The cost is 5€ one way and takes about 20 minutes. Get off at the last stop "Passeig Mallorca 18". The hotel is a 5 minute walk from this bus stop.
Or you can get a taxi from the airport for 25€ one way.
Travel Tips
Please check HERE for Studio 56 Travel Tips.
Do you have questions?
Email Studio56Boutique@gmail.com or call Brenda Murray at 01-519-572-1757.
How to Register for this Vacation Workshop
To register for this exciting vacation workshop, click the BOOK NOW button below to pay the $500USD Participant ticket deposit and/or the $300USD nonSketcher Companion deposit. This is the only way to hold a spot in this workshop.
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