A week-long reading retreat for The Greek House by Dinah Jefferies
Join us for a relaxed week on the beautiful island of Corfu — a setting that shimmers with sunlight, history and literary connection. We’ll stay at the elegant Delfinia Hotel in Moraitika, a peaceful resort surrounded by olive groves and moments from the sea. This is a week of slow mornings, sea views, gentle reading, good conversation and the easy rhythm of island life.
The 4★ Delfinia Hotel sits on Corfu’s south-east coast, set in lush gardens that lead down to a wide sandy beach. It’s the kind of place where breakfast is taken under the trees, and the sound of the sea drifts through the day. Nearby Moraitika village offers cafés and tavernas, and Corfu Town is within easy reach for a day of exploring — winding Venetian lanes, colourful shutters, and the lively harbour that inspired so much of the island’s literature.
Our featured book for this trip is The Greek House by Dinah Jefferies — a story of secrets, love and resilience set amid the golden light of Corfu in the 1960s. It captures the island’s beauty and its undercurrent of nostalgia and change. Reading it here, surrounded by the same landscape of olive-green hills and blue water, gives the story a vivid new life.
Dates & Highlights
29th May 2026 for 7 nights
During the Week
- Five hosted evenings, including our reading-group dinners and discussions.
- Two free days to explore or simply relax by the pool or sea.
- Optional local excursions — from Corfu Town to boat trips and beach walks.
- Unhurried days designed for reading, connection and discovery.
What’s Included
- 7 nights at the 4★ Delfinia Hotel, Moraitika
- Breakfast daily and four hosted dinners (with wine and water)
- Group transfers from Corfu Airport
- Optional excursions bookable locally
- Reading materials and hosted discussions
This trip is organised with Friendship Travel, experts with over 20 years of experience in arranging all the details for you, including flights and transfers. Just click the button below for booking information.