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to plan your journey...
Our Schedule & Location:
June 10-13, 2025 (We recommend arriving June 9th)
10:00am - 5:00pm Pacific Daily
The Center for Creative Renewal
1905 Crest Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024
Our daily gathering place
Located in a peaceful residential area
Ocean views and garden setting
Plan your accommodations with this location in mind
Getting Here:
You are responsible for flight and travel expenses.
Airport Options
San Diego International Airport (SAN) - Recommended
35 minutes to Encinitas
Multiple car rental options on-site
Regular flights from most major cities
Los Angeles International (LAX)
2 hours to Encinitas
Consider only if significantly better flight options
Transportation Tips
Recommended: Rental Car
Most flexible option and you’ll have downtime to explore the area
Easy parking at the Center
Consider sharing with another participant (we can help connect you!)
Ride Share Services
Available but costs add up
Estimate $40-70 each way from SAN
Limited availability early morning/late night
Where to Rest Your Creative Spirit:
You are responsible for your accommodations.
We have a Discount Rate available at this Hotel:
Hampton Inn Encinitas Cardiff Beach Area
1661 Villa Cardiff Dr., Cardiff, California, 92007
Please call (760) 944-0427 and ask for the ART MEDICINE TEAM Rate or CLICK HERE to Book Online
$179 a night June 9th-12th; $219 for June 13th
(Normal rates averages $249-$299 a night)Parking is $10 a day (Normally $15 a day)
Airbnb:
If staying in an Airbnb is more your speed there are some great houses to rent around here. And to support you in this option check out these areas in your Airbnb search.
Cardiff by the Sea (closest to Center)
Encinitas
Leucadia
Carlsbad
All offer unique coastal charm! We’ll also put together a private group so you can connect to the other participants who may want to rent a house with you!
Nearest Beaches
Moonlight Beach (perfect for swimming)
Swami's (famous surf spot)
Cardiff State Beach (great for walks)
Beacon's Beach (local favorite)
Nourishing Your Body:
Daily Lunches, snacks and teas included! You are responsible for other meals.
Grocery Stores
Whole Foods Market
Trader Joe's
Lazy Acres Natural Market
Seaside Market (Cardiff)
Encinitas Boulevard Restaurant Row (Local Favorites)
Nectarine Grove (great for dietary restrictions)
Haggo's Organic Tacos (casual, fresh)
Good On Ya (healthy comfort food)
Fish 101 (fresh seafood)
Papagayo (Mexican cuisine)
What to Pack
Art Supplies
**Essential Items**
Journal or sketchbook
Favorite pens/pencils
Favorite paint brushes and paper
Any personal totems or meaningful objects
Comfortable clothes that can get messy
Optional but Welcome
Camera
Personal art supplies you love working with
A small object for our community altar
Weather & Clothing
June averages 68-75°F (20-24°C)
Morning marine layer common
Layers recommended
Comfortable walking shoes
Hat
Sunscreen