On The Ferry to Skye

You don’t need to earn this journey.
You don’t need a dramatic reason.
You don’t need to explain why this story stayed with you.

This is your permission slip to want something simply because it feels meaningful.

On the Ferry to Skye isn’t just a book.
It’s a pull.
A remembering.

You don’t need to be a superfan or remember every detail of the story—just someone who felt something while reading it.

This is an 8-night journey through Scotland designed for women who want depth without heaviness, beauty without chaos, and connection that feels natural.

No rushing.
No checklist tourism.
Just land, music, firelight, and the quiet magic of being exactly where you’re meant to be.

On the Ferry to Skye is a story about return—

to place, to truth, to self.

Not neatly.

Not quickly.

But honestly.

We built this journey around that same emotional rhythm.

Instead of racing through Scotland, we move with intention—

from the shadowed closes of Edinburgh

to the vast stillness of Glencoe

to the salt air and unmistakable pull of the Isle of Skye.

You won’t just see these places.

You’ll inhabit them—slowly, fully, at a human pace.

This is the official author journey, hosted by J.A. Forde.

This is not a meet-and-greet or a performance.

It’s shared experience, side by side.

Throughout the trip, J.A. hosts live readings, conversations, and story moments woven directly into the landscape—where the words belong.

This journey is for you if:

On the Ferry to Skye meant something personal to you
Scotland feels familiar in a way you can’t explain
You want connection without forced vulnerability
You prefer meaningful moments over packed schedules
You want travel that feels grounded, soulful, and real.

Depth here doesn’t mean emotional labor.
It means ease, warmth, laughter, and being able to just be.

This is not a fast-paced sightseeing tour.
It’s not a retreat.
It’s not about fixing or reinventing yourself.

It’s about belonging—to a place, a story, and a group of women who get it.

Once you reserve your spot, everything gets simpler.

From the moment you book, you’re supported.

You’ll receive:

Access to a private traveler portal with your full itinerary
Author-guided context and story moments
A dedicated WhatsApp group for questions, excitement, and support
Pre-trip gatherings so faces feel familiar before arrival
Clear, calm next steps (no overwhelm)
Flexible, interest-free payment plans
Thoughtful pre-trip emails that build anticipation—not pressure

Connection is organic here.
No icebreakers.
No sharing circles.
No forced vulnerability.

You don’t need to plan.
You don’t need to research.

You just get to arrive.

At this stage, pricing is estimated while final group size and contracts are confirmed.

Current Estimated Investment

$4,222 per person (double occupancy)
$4,500 per person (single occupancy)

To reserve your spot:
$100 fully refundable deposit

Interest-free payment plans are available, allowing you to spread payments out in a way that feels supportive—not stressful.

Many travelers join solo and choose a private room for more space, while others opt for shared accommodations. Both options are equally supported and thoughtfully handled.

Your deposit holds your place in the group and locks in priority access.
Final pricing will be confirmed before any additional payments are due.

If the final price doesn’t feel right, you can step away with your $100 refundable deposit—no pressure, ever.

Pricing reflects an 8-night, small-group, author-hosted journey through Scotland’s most meaningful landscapes.

Why Pricing Is Estimated

We design Lumina trips differently.

Rather than inflating prices to protect against every possible variable, we build pricing around the actual group—so you’re paying for what’s real, not padded.

Final pricing is confirmed once:

• the group size is set
• accommodations are secured
• transportation and experiences are locked in

This approach allows us to:

• keep group sizes intentionally small
• choose better accommodations and experiences
• avoid overcharging “just in case”

What you can expect:

• full transparency
• clear communication
• no surprise increases after your deposit

If there’s any adjustment, you’ll receive your confirmed price before committing further—always.

✔️ Hand-selected boutique hotels and Highland inns
✔️ Daily breakfasts + select shared meals
✔️ Private executive coach transportation
✔️ Ferry crossing to the Isle of Skye
✔️ Whisky and cultural experiences
✔️ Author-hosted readings and discussions
✔️ Lumina-designed moments you can’t recreate on your own

All walks and hikes are optional, with alternatives available for anyone who prefers a slower pace.

What’s not included:
rushing · pressure · performing · pretending to be anyone but yourself

Standing on the ferry deck as Skye comes into view
Live readings in the landscapes that shaped the story
Firelight, whisky, and unhurried conversations
Music spilling out of pubs late into the night
Quiet moments of reflection in vast, open places
Shared laughter that doesn’t require explanation

Everything is intentional.
Everything is optional.
Nothing is rushed.

If your body softened while reading this…
If Skye already feels familiar…
If this feels like recognition, not persuasion…

That’s your answer.

This journey runs once and is capped intentionally.

👉 Reserve your place below
Come step inside the story—with us.