Holiday Facilitators: Kylie Fitzpatrick
skill, experience, warmth
Biography
Novelist Kylie Fitzpatrick holds Masters and PhD in Literature and Creative Writing. After lecturing for several years on the Creative Writing degree and MA programs at Bath Spa University in the UK, Kylie left to develop Curative Writing, her writing for wellbeing program which draws on her many years of research, writing, and working with writers and educational and cultural institutions. She is currently a consultant for the Faber Academy, Writers & Artist’s at Bloomsbury publishing, Cornerstones Literary Consultancy, and is a director at Archetype Books.
Kylie grew up in Europe, the U.K., the US and Australia. Her background is in broadcasting and script development, working with the BBC and ABC amongst other producers and broadcasters. Her four historical novels have been published in eleven languages.
What people say about Kylie and her courses:
Loved Kylie’s early morning journalling - it was a revelation.
Kylie was fantastic and got me through my ‘I can’t write properly’ block.
Kylie has been excellent and has given me tools I can use when I get home.
Kylie’s writing course was fantastic. It was introspective and thought provoking in an understated way - fabulous.
Kylie Fitzpatrick morning drop-ins taught me totally new approaches.
Writing with Kylie was fantastic. I got so much out of it and she was so deep and insightful.
Where does Kylie Fitzpatrick facilitate?
Sat 30 Aug - Fri 12 Sep 2025 (13 nights)
At a glance
Atsitsa Bay is a holistic holiday centre set in a stunning, natural location, right on the bay and surrounded by pine forest. With a wide range of courses and activities and an outstanding team of facilitators, it's the perfect place to be inspired and try something new. Logan Murray is directing this holiday.
About
Skyros attracts mostly solo travellers from all over the world. Although all ages are represented approximately 70% are between 35-65. A huge majority - over 80 percent - report that the Skyros holiday experience had a lasting positive effect on their lives. Nearly a third of guests come back again and again - even after they have said that Skyros was the 'holiday of a lifetime'.
Accommodation
Most people choose to live simply and comfortably in twin-shared rustic huts in the gardens. Or stay in Atsitsa's main house, subject to availability. See more about accommodation in Atsitsa here >>
Inspiring Courses
Courses and activities are introduced to you at the beginning of each week. Choose your favourites from a wide range including yoga, writing, art, kayaking, windsurfing, personal development, singing, comedy and more.
Food & Drink
All meals are included and served as a buffet. Special diets are always catered for. Teas and coffees are available throughout the day. Other drinks and snacks can be purchased at Atsitsa's bar.
Guide Itinerary
07.15: Morning drop-in classes
08.30: Breakfast
09.00: Demos (news of the day)
10.30: Oekos (home groups)
11.15: Mid-morning courses
13.30: Lunch
15.00: Siesta/beach time
17.00: Afternoon courses
19.00: Sunset classes
20.00: Dinner & evening activities
Average Temperature
July and August are the hottest months in Skyros with temperatures averaging around 30 degrees Celcius. Light showers are possible but rare.
Location
Summary
What's included?
- More than three courses per day over four to five days each week
- An unrivalled and vibrant community atmosphere
- Fun evening activities and events
- Three delicious Mediterranean meals each day
- Twin shared rustic accommodation in Atsitsa's gardens
What's On
Travel
To travel to Skyros island you need to fly to Athens as there are no direct flights to this beautiful, unspoilt island.
Fly to Athens on the day before your holiday begins, ie Friday. Join our overland transfer to Skyros island including a night with us in Central Athens.
Return on the last day of the holiday, ie Friday. If you book our overland transfer, you can book a flight home from Athens after 8pm.
