A Look Back · October 17–19, 2025
Inside The Luxury Literary Retreat
An intimate weekend of literature, culture, and connection
Newport, Rhode Island
A Weekend to Remember
From author-led conversations to candlelit dinners and coastal walks, the Edge Escapes Literary Retreat brought together readers, creators, and cultural tastemakers for an unforgettable weekend in Newport.
Press
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PEOPLE
“I Took a Trip to Elin Hilderbrand’s Nantucket — Here’s What It Was Like”
PEOPLE’s Carly Tagen-Dye joined EDGE Escapes on the author’s iconic Nantucket stomping grounds.
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VERANDA
“Your Favorite Author Could Be Your Next Travel Companion”
EDGE Escapes brings bibliophiles face-to-face with the novelists behind their favorite books.
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FORBES
“The Book Everyone Is Taking To Paris This Summer”
EDGE Escapes and The Parisian Heist featured as the ultimate summer travel pairing.
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Retreat Highlights
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Gourmet Dining Experiences
Guests delighted in a series of exquisite culinary moments, including two multi-course dinners, an indulgent coastal brunch, an elegant breakfast, and an artfully presented afternoon tea luncheon. Each meal was a celebration of refined taste, seasonal ingredients, and Newport’s most iconic dining settings.
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Exclusive Literary Sessions
Private conversations and curated sessions with bestselling authors offered behind-the-scenes insights into their works and process.
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Private Trolley Tour of Newport
A guided tour of Newport’s historic beauty, including a private visit to the iconic Breakers Mansion.
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Curated Book Club Conversations
Meaningful discussion with fellow readers—shared around beautiful tables and in inspiring settings.
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Plus: a beautifully designed, pre-retreat guide to Newport with curated recommendations and inspiration to elevate your experience from the moment you arrive.
 How the Weekend Unfolded
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DAY 1 – Friday
  Arrival, Connection & Coastal Elegance
 Guests arrived in Newport and settled in before we gathered to begin the retreat experience.
 • 6:00 PM – Sunset gathering to open the weekend
• 6:30 PM – Seasonal dinner featuring an intimate conversation with one of our featured bestselling authors
We opened the weekend with a celebratory toast and an elegant dinner—designed to reflect the charm of coastal New England, setting the stage for a weekend of elevated conversation and connection. Our first literary guest joined us for a private introduction you won’t find on any book tour.
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DAY 2 – Saturday
 Literary Immersion & A Taste of Newport   The day began with a refined brunch and guided discussion with a second acclaimed author, who offered personal insight into the creative process and the inspiration behind their work.
• 10:30 AM – Decadent brunch & author conversation
• 1:00–4:00 PM – Guided trolley tour of Newport’s historic coastline
• 4:30 PM – Light gourmet bites, reading & relaxation
• 7:00 PM – Multi-course farewell dinner featuring an intimate evening with our third bestselling author
Between experiences, guests had time to unwind—whether reading by the harbor, journaling in the sun, or connecting with fellow members of The Book Club by Edge Escapes. The retreat culminated in a thoughtfully curated dinner and closing conversation with our final literary guest—a rare chance to engage in dialogue you won’t find in any bookstore Q&A.
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DAY 3 – Sunday
 A Leisurely Close
Sunday eased in with a relaxed, coastal-inspired brunch—time to savor the weekend’s most meaningful moments and new connections before exploring Newport at their own pace.
• Brunch & literary conversation
• Departures at leisure, or more of Newport on their own
Guests left with fresh inspiration, new friendships, and lasting memories—not only from Newport’s iconic backdrop, but from the intimate conversations shared with some of today’s most celebrated storytellers.
 Our guests have included New York Times bestselling authors, literary award winners, and some of the most compelling voices in modern travel and fiction. Join the waitlist to meet them at our next retreat, not just as writers, but as fellow travelers.
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