Sea to See: A Yoga Journey in Portugal with FLOW Yoga Retreats

Travel to a foreign land stimulates curiosity, openness, connection. When we step away from our daily activities and normal routines, our eyes naturally open wider and we seek out that which we have yet to discover. Navigating the world outside our comfort zones allows us to return home with a fresh perspective, a deeper connection to others, and a more subtle understanding of ourselves. 

Similarly, our yoga mats are a place to embark on an inward journey. We meet our experiences with curiosity and openness. We connect to the ways that our body moves and how it feels when we offer it stillness.  By observing our patterns of movement and thought, we have the opportunity to grow in awareness, expand beyond our expectations and assumptions, and see ourselves lovingly and fully. 

Join Melissa Katz and Tra Kirkpatrick of FLOW Yoga Retreats as we set out on a voyage of inward and outward discovery. Our 8-day/7-night yoga journey takes place in Algarve, the southernmost region of Portugal famous for its beaches, quaint cobble-stone villages, rich culture, and unspoiled beauty. 

Get your FLOW on as we perch high on the Algarve Coast enjoying panoramic ocean views and our private luxurious villa, Quinta Bonita. Set in its own 2.5 acres of spectacular botanical gardens and ideally located 2.5 miles from both the historical town of Lagos and Praia da Luz, you are sure to steep in the views of the breathtaking sea as you stroll through the gardens stretching out from the house and over the terraces in all directions, past the sounds of the fountains, and out toward the rolling hills of the countryside and sparkling sea. The swimming pool with its beach umbrellas and chairs is the perfect place to relax or play after a full day of yoga and excursions. For the more active or adventurous types, rent a bike, go for a hike, or even take to the air with a hot balloon or sky diving adventure! When it’s time to chill, consider massage and holistic therapies available for hire to help you relax.