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

An seven-days retreat on the Atlantic Island Faial.

Mindfulness & Creativity Retreat - Itinerary

We all have a special talent or a special gift and we are all creative in our own way. Creativity should flow. Panta Rhei. But everyone knows those times when suddenly nothing works anymore, especially when a hobby becomes a career and pressure increases, stress blocks our creative flow.

Through meditation and mindfulness you learn to discover the silence within you. And here you find your creative source again. You will  discover that you are not your thoughts.

Only when you discover the silence within you, you can step out of the illusion of life, or in other words, you can briefly step out of the drama of life and look at it from a different perspective.

This mindfulness and creativity retreat is aimed at people who want to bring their creativity back to life or first discover it. And creativity is not only needed for painting, singing, dancing or the like, but creativity is also needed in finding solutions at work or in raising children or in dealing with other people. Creativity makes life easier. We can view all possible situations more calmly and find creative solutions more quickly.

My method

Since I come from theatre and singing, I work a lot with breathing and voice. We breathe without thinking about it, the breath flows. And the same can happen with creativity. However, before creativity can flow freely, it is important to know your blockages.

What stopped you from being as creative as you actually are?

Who told you that you weren't good enough?

When did you stop being creative?

Through guided meditations you can take a look into your inner world. We will also spend a lot of time outdoors and reconnect with the nature around us. And where would that be nicer than in the Azores in the middle of the Atlantic?!

And every time your creativity emerges, there are many ways to express it, be it through dancing, singing, painting, knitting, felting, laughing, telling stories, writing, and so on. In the evening we will listen to all your inspiring stories about synchronicity and intuition and the signs on your path. And I'm pretty sure each of us can tell a story like that. I’m really looking forward to getting to know you soon! Angélique

Day one. Arrival

You arrive at the airport on Faial Island. After a short drive you arrive at 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.

In the evening 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: Theme: 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 a delicious dinner at Pátio.

Gathering: Theme: 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 campfire, listening to our inspirational stories.

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, Angélique will give you a short, cheerful crash course on how to present yourself more confidently. Here she uses techniques from 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 a good breakfast we drive to the historic town of Horta. People from all overcome 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.

Check our: extension program.

Retreat dates & content.

Prices 2024-2025

  • LS Double: 1390 € Single: 1690 €

    SS Double: 1510 € Single: 1930 €

    HS Double: 1660 € Single: 2230 €

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

  • LS Double: 1255 € Single: 1420 €

    SS Double: 1330 € Single: 1570 €

    HS Double: 1450 € Single: 1810 €

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

  • LS Double: 1195 € Single: 1300 €

    SS Double: 1270 €. Single: 1450 €

    HS Double: 1390 € Single: 1690 €

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

Dates

Dates of the Mindfulness & creativity Retreat

In SS Shoulder Season (Apr-May & Oct) and HS High Season: (Jun-Sep) daily guest arrival is possible.

In LS Low Season (Jan-Mar & Nov-Dec) there are fixed and guaranteed dates:

08.11. - 15.11.2024 / 26.01. - 02.02.2025 /21.02. - 28.02.2025 / 21.03. - 28.03.2025

Including:

  • all transfers

  • 7 days program according to itinerary

  • 6 overnight stays in shared double Ecolodge room or apartment

  • 6 breakfast menu, 6 lunch or picnic, 6 dinner

  • free spring water in the room

  • free Wifi

Non including:

  • extra Drinks and meals

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

  • Other personal expenses

  • Travel insurance

Small group-size starting from 3-9 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.