Portugal 2026
25 - 30 june
the pause
The Pause is a slow, spacious retreat nestled in the quiet mountains of Portugal - created for the person who’s been holding it all together… and is finally ready to put it down.
This is not a schedule to keep. Not a list of things to do. Not a fix, or a breakthrough, or a performance.
It’s a gentle return. To your breath. To your body.
To the version of you that exists beneath the noise.
For five unhurried days, you’ll rest, reconnect, and remember.
You’ll be guided softly - through grounding practices, stillness, nature, and simplicity.
You’ll be invited to slow down, listen inward, and land fully in yourself again.
Because you don’t need more. You need less. Less pressure. Less noise. Less pushing through.
This is your invitation to pause.
Not as an escape - but as a quiet reawakening.
This hidden healing village is a modern off-grid retreat space, encouraging you to embrace the slow, soft, and simple rhythm of mountain life. a place where we will call home during our time together.
It's the antidote to the modern fast paced life. Here time doesn’t exist - you wake up to the sound of birdsong, move in a way that feels good for your body, eat deliciously fresh and locally sourced food, and spend your days revelling in the highly underrated pleasure of slowing down.
Here, during our retreat, life unfolds at its own unhurried pace, allowing you to flow in the simple pleasures of mother nature, authentic connection, and deep healing.
The Pause retreat offers a sanctuary - a safe space to explore, reconnect, and rediscover who you are at your core.
Picture this, flowing rather than forcing, as you choose sunrise hikes through gentle mountain trails, practicing yoga in the outdoor shala, bask in the healing waters of the pool, reading a good book under the fruit trees, snoozing in the hammock, or meditating under the olive trees - on The Pause retreat, we honour the beauty of moving in ways that reconnect you to yourself.
Whether sharing home grown food at The Gather with like-minded souls, exchanging stories with new friends around the fire, or finding reflections of yourself in others during somatic group practices - we create a space that inspires and nurtures you long after you leave.
Wake to a nutritional morning smoothie, savour a delicious brunch after a gentle morning class, devour a delicious evening meal - all bespokely designed, and timed, by our own private chef, to support you and your nervous system from the inside out.
Example Menu:
Morning smoothie
Spinach, pineapple, kefir, ginger,
and turmeric
Brunch
Shakshuka
Tomatoes tart tatin
Home made sourdough, hummus, &
caju dip Carpaccio
Yogurt, granola & glazed peach
Snack
Fresh fruit, date and nut butter energy balls, herbal and black tea
Dinner
Stir fried tofu, rice, peanut sauce,
cabbage & carrot salad, peanuts, lime
Fried banana, mascarpone &
dark chocolate
what's included?
5 night stay Includes:
- Private healing village
- Natural swimming pool with mountain views
- x2 vegetarian meals per day (brunch and dinner)
- Morning nourishing smoothies, and afternoon healthy snacks
- Sunrise somatic Yoga
- Open-air Meditations under the (visible) Milkyway
- Fire release ceremony
- Mountain top Aqua Yoga
- Soul-balancing & energy-boosting Breathwork
- Welcome cacao ceremony around the ’Bodhi Tree’
- All bookings include FREE access to our Retreat Social app, for continued wellbeing supports, classess, community and events
not included
- Flights to and from Portugal
- Travel insurance - mandatory for all participants
- Meals outside of wht's listed above
- Alcoholic beverages
- Transfers (including airport and excursions) - we can help facilitate group transfers
optional extra's
- Sound healing
- Private massage
- Surf lessons
- Beach and town trips
- Mindful guided hikes
- Reflexology
- Acupuncture
- Beach day excursions
Based on shared rooms with ensuite or private bathrooms.
your investment for this inclusive luxury experience is just
£1255*
ONLY TWO ROOMS LEFT
testimonials
I recently attended a wellness retreat as a plus one, going with my wife. Although I originlly went to support her, I ended up having a surprisingly enjoyble and relaxing time myself.
One of the best parts of the experience was how well everyone got along, especially as most of us were strangers. It didn't take long before the group started to feel like a small community. Whether during group activities, over shared meals, or even casual conversations between sessions, there was a genuine sense of openess and connection.
If you are a partner tagging along, I can confidently say it's a worthwhile experience, even if wellness retreats aren't typically your thing. The environment, the people, and the activities made it easy to relax and enjoy, and I'd definitely do this again.
You can participate in as much or as little as you like, and you always feel welcome.
I met Laura on a retreat in Bali. Her meditations, mindfulness and breathwork sessions really helped me relax and release long term tension in my mind and body. Her work is powerful and her wisdom on wellbeing can help the mind body and soul. Laura has a big heart and kindness in abundance... and is great for a laugh too. I am grateful to have met her.
My first retreat in Marrakech with Laura and hopefully not the last. The day's itineraries were filled with enjoyable activities, great food, and being able to make new friends, in such a stunning location, was a real blessing. My energy levels were low on arrival, but I'll be fully refreshed mentally and physically by the time I get home.
I just want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for this weekend. I absolutely loved it and have made some beautiful connections! I never realised how much I needed time out, and taking the leap out of my comfort zone was the best thing I ever did!
*£250 non refundable deposit is required to secure your space when booking prior to 90 days before travel (full balance required after 90 days). There are various payment plans in place, with pay in full being the best option.
All payments incur 3.4% admin fee. Full balance due no later than 90 days before travel when choosing payment plans.
Price based on shared rooms.
Subject to availability.
(excludes flights, transfers, travel insurance, excursions & excursion transfers)
Align Lifestyle Retreats can help facilitate a group transfer when booking recommended flights.
All choices on optional list come at an extra cost.
Regretably, this location is not suitable for wheelchair users.
Retreat Social Membership app is Free until the month of departure. Continued access to wellbeing aids and social events is £35per month. Cancel anytime.
Contact Laura via hello@alignlifestyle.co.uk to discuss any further details.
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