Lamb’s Panama Retreat for Songwriters

🌴 Where the Jungle Meets the Song

Lamb’s Panama Retreat for Songwriters, June 7-13, 2-26
Catalina’s Hideaway, Panama | Limited to 20 participants

If you dream of writing songs where the jungle meets the sea,
join me for a tropical adventure.

I’m calling it Lamb’s Panama Retreat for Songwriters—and yes, friends and family, poets and writers, are welcome, too.

We’ll gather at Catalina’s Hideaway, an eco-conscious beachfront haven with casitas and treehouses, nestled between rainforest and ocean.

☀️ Mornings begin with song sessions
🌙 Evenings close with song circles
🍽️ In between, we’ll share family-style meals in the open-air restaurant and bar—and leave plenty of space to explore, recharge, and create.

We’re welcoming up to twenty participants seeking inspiration and renewal.

👉 Download the Welcome Brochure
Includes retreat details, lodging options, and travel tips

Ready to reserve your spot?
📞 Call Anthea at +507 6602 2274
📧 Or email info@catalinashideaway.com to place your deposit

💸 Springfed Arts members receive a $200 voucher toward their retreat package

💬 Questions? I’d love to chat—reach me at 248-224-9338 or johndlamb1@gmail.com

🎶 Lamb’s Panama Retreat for Songwriters, June 7–13, 2026, is a tropical extension of the long-running Michigan-based retreat curated by John D. Lamb, now in its 32nd year. Hosted at Catalina’s Hideaway in Veraguas, Panama, this retreat blends Lamb’s signature approach to songwriting with the lush, immersive setting of a beachfront eco-resort.

🌴 Retreat Overview

• Location: Catalina’s Hideaway, a 2.5-acre beachfront property near Santa Catalina, Panama
• Host: John D. Lamb — Michigan singer-songwriter, retreat founder, and recording artist known for poetic storytelling and heartfelt performances
• Atmosphere: A blend of creative inspiration, natural beauty, and communal warmth

🛏️ Accommodations

Participants stay in thoughtfully designed casitas, treehouses, and lagoon-view inns featuring:

• Air conditioning, memory foam mattresses, and 100% cotton sheets
• Outdoor garden showers, private patios, and jungle or ocean views
• Shared or private room options, priced from $1,700 to $2,750 per person

🍽️ Meals & Dining

• Sobremesa Restaurant: Farm-to-table dining with fresh seafood, local produce, and vegan/allergy-friendly options
• Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, fresh fruit bowls, and non-alcoholic beverages
• Not Included: Alcoholic drinks, specialty snacks, and desserts

🧘 Activities & Enhancements

Included:

• Yoga deck with mats and props
• Mud bath experience
• Beach volleyball, paddleboards, bonfires
• Clubhouse with games and library

Optional Add-ons:

• Cacao ceremony with the town witch
• Tibetan gong ceremony (pool float option!)
• Surf lessons, waterfall hikes, massages
• Salsa classes, birdwatching tours
• Excursions to Coiba National Park and Santa Catalina Island

✈️ Getting There

• Group transport from Panama City or Rio Hato is included (unless opted out)
• Private charter flights available via Lago Bay Airstrip (5 minutes from venue)

🧳 Packing Tips

• Panama is hot year-round—pack light, breathable clothing
• Essentials: sunscreen, bug spray, reusable water bottle, beachwear, first aid kit
• The Hideaway provides biodegradable toiletries and Turkish beach towels

🏙️ Panama City Add-ons

Guests are encouraged to spend 1–2 nights in Panama City before or after the retreat. Highlights include:

• • Bars: Panaviera Rooftop, Pedro Mandinga Rum Bar
  • Restaurants: Maito, Lo Que Hay, Mahalo
  • Activities: Panama Canal, Cerro Ancon hike, museums, ziplining, shopping
  • Partner hotels: Discounted rates available for retreat guests

👉 Download the Welcome Brochure
Includes retreat details, lodging options, and travel tips