Open your heart, rejuvenate your body, relax your mind and let your creative source flow again

A seven-days retreat on the Atlantic Island Faial.

What to expect:


  • Angélique is a trained psychotherapist and a bio-energy master (solving blockages with creativity). She has been working internationally for over 30 years as an actress and singer, voice coach and therapist.

    She lives on her adopted home Island, Faial. As a trained trail guide she knows the plenty of hidden trails and places.

    Angélique's talent is to make people's deepest longings visible with a sense of humor and lightness. She loves finding creative ways to make a desired change in life. A change that leads to more fulfillment, satisfaction and health.

    DUPLIZIEREN

  • Everyone has a unique talent and creative side. Creativity should flow naturally, but it can feel blocked, especially when hobbies turn into stressful careers. Meditation and mindfulness help you find inner silence and reconnect with your creative source. You realize you are not defined by your thoughts. By finding this silence, you can step back from life's drama and see things differently. This retreat is for anyone looking to revive or discover their creativity. Creativity isn’t just for art; it’s also essential for solving problems at work, parenting, and interacting with others. Embracing creativity makes life simpler and helps us approach challenges calmly, leading to quicker, innovative solutions.

  • Our kitchen will introduce you to the delicious Azores’ cuisine. Freshly caught Atlantic fish, beef from the island and organic vegetables. He can easily fulfill your dietary needs. Enjoy the portuguese wine or relax with a famous Portuguese espresso or a great cocktail on the terrace of your apartment or by the pool.

  • Throughout your stay on Faial Island, you will be staying in a beautiful 4-star-sustainable awarded Ecolodge. A large garden area, lounge and bar welcomes you. 30 minutes walk from the nearest Atlantic rock pool. The general accommodation is in Apartments, Ecolodge Rooms or Tiny Houses. All accommodations have a private bathroom, a mini-bar, fluffy and comfortable beds, free Wi-Fi and a great view of the Atlantic Ocean.

Mindfulness & Creativity Retreat - Itinerary

Day one: Arrival.

You arrive at the airport on Faial Island. After a short drive you reach the PÁTIO-Ecolodge. Enjoy the saltwater pool or relax in the sauna. Enjoy awesome views to the green neighbor islands and the blue Atlantic Ocean from your terrace.

During the dinner we get to know each other and receive information about the week ahead.

Day two: Come in your strength.

We start the day with a refreshing stretch and meditation session. After breakfast we will have a short walk to the coast. Here we do a little cleansing ritual with the waves. This brings us right back to the here and now and we are ready for new experiences. After lunch there is time to relax. Enjoy our heated saltwater pool. In the late afternoon you will have a 90 Min. Breath- coaching. Find your strength center. The dinner will give you a taste of the Azores cuisine.

Gathering: “Arriving within yourself”

Day three: Connect with nature.

After a sunrise stretch you will have breakfast. This morning we will experience Forest Bathing. This Japanese practice is very relaxing. We will go on a very conscious hike with meditative elements. After lunch you have the opportunity to make a mood board with different materials. This allows us to take a closer look at our deepest desires. You’ll have dinner at Pátio.

Gathering: “How do I imagine my future?”

Day four: New Beginnings.

We start with a refreshing morning stretch before the breakfast. Then Angélique is waiting in the Studio to introduce you to her Vocal-Coaching method. This coaching can improve your communication skills and increase self-confidence. After lunch we will visit Capelinhos. In 1956/1957 a marine volcano erupted off the coast of Faial. We take a look at this spiritual piece of land and visit the impressive Interpretation Center. After dinner another great day will finish by sitting together at the fire, listening to our inspirational stories.

Gathering: “Our life story.”

Day five: Intuition.

This morning a short drive leads us to the top of the island Caldeira of Faial. Here we start our meditative walk on one of the most breathtaking hikes of mother nature. We’ll have a picnic in the plain nature surrounded by stunning views. In the afternoon, after a short break, we will have a creative afternoon. Try out something new or do what you like, like painting, dancing, singing, crafts, improv-theatre… After a nice dinner the theme of our gathering will be: “Intuition and synchronicity.”

Day six: History.

We start the day with a stretch and meditation. After your breakfast we drive to the historic town of Horta. People from all over come and go in the Marina of Horta. New beginnings and farewells are in the air. Stories about whalers, Pico-wine and deep-sea cable companies are also still very present. We will have lunch in town. After lunch you’ll have some free time, to buy souvenirs and in the late afternoon we all meet in the world-famous sailing pub : “Peter Café Sport” . We have a farewell Dinner at Pátio and our last gathering will be about “What happens next?”.

Day seven: Departure.

After this seven-days retreat, you will travel back home full of new energies and a refreshed spirit. You can also decide to extend your stay a couple of days to visit the neighborhood island Pico or stay with us.

Content.

Prices 2025.

  • Double: 1.265€

    Single: 1.445 €

    40 sqm detached panorama apartments, sea and island views (king size double or twin beds, shower room, mini-bar, kitchenette, living room, private terrace, free wifi)

  • Double: 1.175 €

    Single: 1.265 €

    20 sqm room, sea and island view (king size double or twin, shower room, minibar, free wifi)

  • Double: 1.155 €

    Single: 1.235 €

    18 sqm tiny house, sea view (1 queen size alcove bed, shower room, mini-bar, kitchenette, free wifi)

Dates.

29.01. - 04.02.2025 / 19.02. - 25.02.2025 / 19.03. - 25.03.2025 / 05.11.-11.11.2025

Including:

  • 6x nights Ecolodge accommodation (apartment or room)

  • 6x local breakfast

  • 6x 3-course dinner w/o beverages

  • 4x lunch at PÁTIO Ecolodge

  • 1x lunch in Horta Town

  • 1x backpack picnic

  • 4x 1h morning stretching incl. meditation

  • 2x 2.5h Breath/Vocal Coaching

  • 1x 2.5h Mood Board

  • 5x gathering in the evening

  • 1x 1.5h Hiking Tour

  • 1x 2.5h Forest Bathing

  • 1x Visit Interpretation Center Capelinhos

  • 1x 3h Hiking Tour Caldeira

  • 1x Creativ Afternoon

  • 1x 2h Town Visit Horta

  • 1x Peter Café Sport visit incl. Gin Tonic

  • all entrance tickets and transfers according to the program

  • english spoken tour guide and all hiking briefings

  • free WIFI in the Ecolodge

Non including:

  • extra Drinks and meals

  • Tips (recommendation / week: 50 € lodge team)

  • Other personal expenses

  • Travel insurance

Small group-size starting from 2-9 participants. The trip is suitable for accompanying non-program mates. In this case, we will charge the proportional accommodation and services used by the accompanying person.

Important note:
The itinerary is a guideline. We reserve the right to make occasional changes to ensure the flow of a high-quality retreat. Depending on the season, weather, national holidays, local activities and possibly simultaneous activities, there may be short-term deviations in the schedule. All changes are up to our discretion. If there are changes, we guarantee compliance with our high quality standards.