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Portugal: Waves, Wellness & Culture
June 20–25, 2027
A 5-Night Yoga Retreat by the Portuguese Coast
35 minutes from Lisbon and a short walk from sandy beaches, join Nicole Lovald and Niki Cohen for five days of yoga, exploration, nourishing meals, and spacious time to unwind.
Yoga · Coastal adventures · Culture & exploration · Community · All levels welcome
Wake to the gentle sounds of birdsong and the stillness of the morning. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee as you ease into the day, then make your way to the outdoor yoga deck, surrounded by the beauty of the eucalyptus and palm trees forest. Take a deep breath. Slow down. Arrive fully in the moment. Each day will offer a balance of movement, nourishment, exploration, rest, and connection. While our schedule will have a gentle rhythm, there will be plenty of space to follow your own pace and enjoy the retreat in whatever way feels most nourishing to you.
Your Home in Portugal
Just 35 minutes from Lisbon Airport and a short walk from the beach, our retreat center is tucked among fragrant eucalyptus, majestic palms, and a lovingly tended vegetable and herb garden.
It’s a place to settle in, slow down, and make yourself at home. We’ll practice outdoors on a beautiful yoga platform surrounded by nature, share meals together, and have plenty of places to rest, read, wander, or simply enjoy the stillness. And best of all, we’ll have the entire compound to ourselves.
Accommodation is spread across three comfortable villas, with a mix of private and shared rooms and glamping options. Each room is air conditioned, offering a relaxed, intimate home base for the retreat.
When you’re ready to explore, the coast is just a short walk away. Sandy beaches, coastal trails, and the Atlantic Ocean are right outside our door, making it easy to spend your days as actively, or as leisurely, as you’d like.
Explore
You can go hiking.
You can go to Sintra.
You can surf.
Or you can stay at the retreat center all day, drink coffee, read a book, sit in the garden, and do absolutely nothing.
Coastal days
With the Atlantic just a short walk away, there will be plenty of time to enjoy the coast at your own pace. Walk the beach, explore a nearby village, stop for coffee, or simply find a place to sit and watch the waves. Spend an afternoon surfing, biking, following coastal trails, swimming in the saltwater pool, or doing absolutely nothing at all.
A day in Sintra
One day, we’ll leave the coast behind and spend the day exploring Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage landscape known for its lush forests, extraordinary palaces, and beautiful gardens. Wander through its enchanting historic landscapes and discover a different side of Portugal.
Slow Days
Not every moment needs to be planned. Spend a quiet afternoon in the garden with a book, linger over a cup of coffee, take a nap, or simply enjoy the beauty and stillness of the retreat center. There will be plenty of space to connect with others, or to find a little time for yourself.
Let the days unfold at an easy pace, with room to rest, recharge, and enjoy being somewhere new.
Practice
Our all-levels yoga classes are designed to be accessible and welcoming to everyone- from those who are newer to yoga to experienced practitioners. Classes will be held outdoors on a beautiful yoga platform surrounded by nature.
Nourish & Connect
The retreat center’s chef will prepare delicious, organic, farm-to-table vegetarian meals featuring ingredients from local farmers and the onsite herb garden. We’ll share generous meals together, creating opportunities to connect, laugh, and enjoy the simple pleasure of good food and good company.
One evening, we’ll venture out for dinner at a local restaurant near the beach, where we can enjoy a meal together and watch the sun set over the ocean.
A Few Little Conveniences
There’s a small self-service shop right onsite with snacks, nuts, non-alcoholic drinks, wine, beer, and other little essentials. Retreat Oasis merchandise is available there, too.
If you feel like venturing out, there are also several restaurants and bars within walking distance, along with plenty of places to grab food or a drink near the beach.
A Day on Retreat
Morning Yoga + Meditation
Begin the day with mindful movement, breathwork, and meditation.
Nourishing Brunch
Gather together for a delicious, wholesome meal to fuel your day.
Excursion or Free Time
Explore the area, join us for an excursion, spend time at the beach, or simply relax and enjoy the retreat center.
Afternoon/Evening Yoga
Return to your practice with a grounding and restorative class.
Wholesome Dinner + Dessert
Gather around the table, share a meal, connect with one another, and enjoy something sweet.
Deep Sleep & Sweet Dreams
Settle into a peaceful evening and rest deeply, ready to welcome another beautiful day.
What's Included
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Twice-daily yoga classes on an outdoor yoga platform surrounded by nature
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Daily brunch, and vegetarian dinners
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Organic, farm-to-table vegetarian meals featuring local and garden-grown ingredients
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One dinner at a local beachside restaurant
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Accommodation in three villas, with private rooms, double rooms, and several glamping sites
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Air conditioning in each room (not glamping)
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Time and space to explore beaches, coastal trails, biking, surfing, and nearby cultural attractions at your own pace
Accommodations
Premier Suite *sold out
1-2 guests - en suite bathroom
$2800 single - $2300 per person shared
Private Room
shared bathroom
$2400
Shared Room
2 guests - shared or separate beds
$2000 per person
Glamping
2-4 guests - shared or separate beds
$1800 per person
Registration & Payments
A nonrefundable deposit of $750 is required to secure your reservation. Final payments due by April 20, 2027
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be made at least six months prior to the retreat. The initial deposit is nonrefundable.
Cancellations made within six months of the retreat date will result in the forfeiture of all payments made.
Airfare is not included in the retreat pricing. Our travel agent is available to assist with flight arrangements and travel planning as needed.