I first visited Paraiso Escondido (Hidden Paradise) in the Algarve (south of Portugal) in 2022, and fell head over heels in love with the energy of this place. What Berny + Glen have spent their life building is truly magical.

Set in the hills of the Alentejo region, the venue compromises of a main house with 5 stunning bedrooms set around a swimming pool, 2 luxurious lake facing suites, and 3 unique cabins on stilts. The venue is so high up that the views are spectacular from every point.

When I first saw the Yin Yang Yoga Studio - surrounded by tall swaying eucalyptus trees, I fell in love with the space! I knew I would host a retreat here one day; and now Andy and I are excited to invite you here for Spring 2026.

A Day on Retreat

A Typical Day

  • 7.30am - Teas, Coffee, Fresh Fruit + Nut Bars

  • 8am - 90 minute Energising Vinyasa Practise

  • 9.30am - Meditation

  • 10am - Brunch

  • 11am - Relax, unwind, chill out in the space

  • 2pm - Light lunch

  • 4pm - Afternoon workshop on one afternoon, beach excursion on another, all optional!

  • 5pm - 90 minute Restorative evening Yoga (Yin, Slow Flow)

  • 7pm - Dinner


Other Facilities

Optional Massages and Treatments

Beach Horse Riding

Beautiful Hikes Surrounding the Venue

Beach Excursion Afternoon

Blissful Sound Bath one evening

All activities on this itinerary are optional.

Should you prefer to skip a Yoga class, or opt out of any of the others mentioned here, this is a trip for you to decide what you need.

Meet Your Hosts

My partner Andy and I met years ago living in Australia working in the world of hospitality. We immediately clicked through our shared love of the same passions: food, deep conversation, and connection. We’ve been on a journey the last 6 years of sharing these passions with the world and retreats brings everything we love together.

For the last few years, Andy has been Head Chef at ROVI - one of Ottolenghi’s flagship restaurants in Fitzrovia. Working with seasonal produce, Andy’s food is all about big flavours.

I might be biased, but his cooking is the best, and I’m honoured to have him co-host with me.

Accommodation + Pricing

*Early bird discount £100 off bookings of 2 - until end of July 2025

*A £500 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking

*The final balance is due 6 weeks before retreat begins (March 18th 2026)

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What’s Included

4 Nights luxury accommodation

2 extended daily Yoga practices

1 Evening Sound bath

Delicious, Nourishing Meals (3/day)

Drinks (Tea, Coffee, Juices, Filtered Water)

Yoga Mats + Props

Activities (group hikes / runs)

Optional Extras

Massages (€75 / 60 mins)

Beach Horse Riding (€tbc)

Local dinner

Estimated €30 maximum per head

Portuguese Cooking Class

Optional for €80 per person

Flights

Flights to Faro are currently around £100 return on these dates.

Transfers (UK + Portugal)

Options for transport on the Portugal side: we can assist in arranging group cars to collect you from Faro airport, which is a 1.5 hour drive to the venue. Otherwise, you are welcome to rent a car from the airport which is usually extremely cheap!

Alcohol

There is a bar at Paraiso Escondido, should you want to enjoy extra beverages - which will be at your discretion.

What’s Not Included