Some helpful reminders from the Vatican Press Office: 

• Pope Benedict XVI has given his resignation freely, in accordance with Canon 332 §2 of the Code of Canon Law.
• Pope Benedict XVI will not take part in the Conclave for the election of his successor.
• Pope Benedict XVI will move to the Papal residence in Castel Gandolfo when his resignation shall become effective.
• When renovation work on the monastery of cloistered nuns inside the Vatican is complete, the Holy Father will move there for a period of prayer and reflection.