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Exotic Off-Site Creative Workshop’s
Paint Costa Rica in 2008
with Bridget Austin
Dillman’s is very excited to offer a wonderful art and travel opportunity
to Costa Rica from February 28, 2008 to March 8, 2008 with Bridget Austin.
Enjoy the amazing Central American culture while painting with renowned
instructors. Costa Rica is truly a beautiful, safe, stable country with
painting opportunities, geographic contrast, gorgeous wildlife, diverse
culture, fantastic ethnic food and kindhearted people. Air travel to Costa
Rica is convenient and
reliable. You will receive individual attention during your travel arrangements
and the comfort of traveling with Dillman’s
staff while having in-country staff that are English speaking and know
the country well.
About Your Leaders
Dillman’s Creative Arts Foundation has been offering workshops
in northern Wisconsin and other exotic ports of call for 30 years. Some
places traveled include Greece, Italy, France, Bermuda, Bora Bora, and
several repeat cruises to the Caribbean. Students, friends, and family
of students enjoy the camaraderie with other like-minded people. Our experience
lets us know what you need and anticipate the attention to detail you require.
The four of us, Steph & Todd Skotterud and Sue & Denny Robertson,
will be your onsite hosts and we will assist you with your onsite questions
and concerns.
We have teamed up with Costa Rica Travel Store and RJ Hagist. RJ is an
old friend of Dillman’s and is originally from our hometown in northern
Wisconsin. He moved down to Costa Rica over 10 years ago and is now very
fluent in Spanish and extremely knowledgeable about the geography, culture
and inner workings of the country. RJ and his staff will assist us with
air and ground transportation and will be available the entire time we
are in the country.
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Bridget Austin
Watercolorist from Green Bay, WI, has taught 18 workshops
with Dillman’s. Bridget is a UW-Madison graduate with a degree in
art, has a background in education and graphic design, but she has been
fascinated by watercolor since 1975. Bridget enjoys combining painting
and travel. While most of her time is spent creating her paintings, she
has also enjoyed teaching watercolor workshops locally and nationally for
many years. She has exhibited in many national juried shows including the
American and National Watercolor Societies. Bridget’s paintings have
been included
many permanent collections, libraries, hospitals, and other public buildings.
She was recently awarded Master Status in the Transparent Watercolor Society
of America. www.bridgetaustin.com
ITINERARY
Thursday, February 28 — Day 1 – San
Jose
Arrival into San Jose. Transfer from San Jose airport to Hotel Barcelo,
15 minutes. Welcome reception and dinner. (D)
www.barcelocostarica.com/palacio.htm
Friday, February 29 — Day 2 – Arenal
Board coach with local guide. Travel up the mountains, out of the lush
Central Valley of Costa Rica, stopping at the Peace Water Fall Gardens
for a tour, sketch and photo opportunity. Lunch provided. Check in at Arensal
Springs Resort. (B, L)
www.waterfallgardens.com
Saturday, March 1 — Day 3 – Arenal
After breakfast there will be lectures and demonstrations at the Arenal
Springs Resort tropical grounds. The afternoon is free for activities and
painting on your own. There will be a coach transfer to Tabacon Hot Springs
to enjoy the thermal waters and a group dinner. Return to Arenal Springs
Resort where a studio is provided for evening painting if you desire. (B,
D)
www.arenal.net/tabacon/hot-springs.htm
Sunday, March 2 — Day 4 – Arenal
In the morning there will be lectures and demonstrations plus personal
painting time. Lunch included. Enjoy a coach transfer to picturesque Arenal
Lake and/or La Fortuna Waterfall. (B, L)
Monday, March 3 — Day 5 –
Arenal to Manuel Antonio
Check out of hotel and take coach to Manuel Antonio National Park. Local
guide on coach. After we leave the mountains we will cross the Rio Tarcoles
where we will stop to see the crocodiles before turning into the Carara
National Park for a tour followed by lunch at the hotel Villa Caletas that
is located on the top of a small mountain with a panoramic view of the
Pacific Ocean. www.hotelvillacaletas.com. We will continue down the coast
to Manuel Antonio and check into Hotel California www.hotel-california.com/costa_rica which is located in the mountains preceding the Manuel Antonio National
Park. We will spend the next 4 nights here. Dinner on own. A few dining
options will be provided in the area, at the hotel or a taxi/walking distance
to other restaurants. (B, L)
Tuesday, March 4 — Day 6 – Manuel
Antonio
Morning at hotel for lectures and demonstrations. Lunch and dinner included.
During the evening there will be group question and answer program with
all of the instructors. (B, L, D)
Wednesday, March 5 — Day 7 – Manuel
Antonio
Morning coach ride to a scenic painting location at beach or national park.
Enjoy an afternoon Damas Island Mangrove Boat Tour. Dinner included. Evening
free time. (B, D)
www.manuelantoniopark.com/mapk/english/islandmangrove.html
Thursday, March 6 — Day 8 – Manuel Antonio
Travel by coach for morning lectures and demonstrations at a local painting
location. Lunch and dinner on own for local sight seeing. Instructors are
available in evening for finishing up of projects. (B)
Friday, March 7 — Day 9 – Manuel Antonio to San Jose
Morning wrap up and “show and tell”. Noon depart from hotel.
Lunch in downtown Quepos with views of the Pacific Ocean at the Gran Escape
Restaurant. Continue by coach to San Jose. Check-in to Hotel Barcelo San
Jose Palacio. Farewell dinner at hotel. (B, L, D)
www.elgranescape.net/restaurant.html
www.barcelocostarica.com/palacio.htm
Saturday, March 8 — Day 10 – San Jose
Transfer to airport if you booked air with Costa Rica Travel Store. Or
you are welcome to stay in-country and extend your trip. (B)
B = Breakfast, 9 included in package. L = Lunch, 5 included in package.
D = Dinner, 4 included in package. The itinerary is subject to change due
to local scheduling. People with walking difficulties will find this
trip somewhat of a challenge. Wheelchair provisions are not possible.
Based on class enrollment of a minimum of 10 students per class, the
decision to hold each instructor’s workshop will be made on January
17, 2008. If you need to make your air connections earlier than this,
call for the status of your class.
Air Transportation
Airfare may be purchased at an additional cost through Costa Rica Travel
Store with Jamie Colmenares at 1-800-413-9064. Air is not included in
the tour package.
Surface Travel/Transfers
We will travel by private motorcoach as indicated in the itinerary, including
porterage of luggage at hotels. The motorcoach will have a bathroom on
board, air conditioning and TV/VCR.
Accommodations and Meals
Double-occupancy in superior hotels as indicated. There is an additional
single supplement of $750 if you would like private accommodations. Breakfast
buffets daily will be provided along with meals outlined in the itinerary.
Recommendations will be provided for lunch and meals that are on your own.
Pricing
“Early Bird” registration between 3/1/07 and 9/1/07. Participant
= $2340. PAL = $2240.
Registration between 9/2/07 and 12/1/07. Participant = $2395. PAL = $2295.
(PAL, Participants At Large, those not attending the workshop portion of
the tour.)
Payment Schedule
$500 per person deposit due with enrollment. Total balance due by December
1, 2007. Deposit and final payment made to Dillman’s. Payment by
check is preferred. Dillman’s does accept VISA and MasterCard.
Cancellation
and Refund Policy
Should cancellation occur prior to 120 days before 2/28/08 departure, full
refund will be granted less a $50 service charge per person. In addition
to any airline penalties. If you cancel between 90-119 days $250 will be
refunded. Cancellations received less than 90 days from departure will
receive no refund. Cancellations must be submitted in writing; the date
such notification is received by Dillman’s is the cancellation date.
Trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. Available at: www.g1g.com/affiliates/costaricatravel
Exclusions
Items not listed above, including but not limited to meals other than those
indicated, beverages except at breakfast, and listed receptions; optional
entertainment and excursions, excess baggage charges; all personal items
(such as phone calls, laundry, individual room service; insurance; gratuities;
departure taxes; passport fees). Participants are responsible for ensuring
that they meet passport requirements of Costa Rica.
For more information on itinerary, pricing, instructors and maps, please
send us an email or call 715-588-3143. Don’t
miss this opportunity to see this
spectacular country – it will be a trip of a lifetime.
Proudly
sponsored by Blick Art Materials.
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