Portugal
Slow Living & Mindfulness in Portugal
Escape to Portugal's sun-drenched coast for a slow living and mindfulness retreat led by Master Coach & Mindfulness Teacher, Ashley Paquin.
Experience "analog wellness" - a deliberate pause from digital demands to revive the mind and heart. This retreat is a personal refuge for renewed clarity, confidence and well-being.
7 DAYS from $2,600
October 19 - 25, 2025
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Our Retreat...
Come alive again in the sunny southern coast of Portugal with its majestic coastline filled with wild charm and beautiful. Our luxury hotel, Casa Māe, won't disappoint.
Portugal
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Simple practices that naturally restore clarity, confidence and well-being. Slowing down ignites creativity and innovation.
Mindfulness
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To bring back true community, connection and friendship. The magic that happens when people gather with shared intention.
Community
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Who this retreat is right for...
You crave a personal refuge to slow down - a restorative reset. You're a respectful traveler that enjoys authentic experiences void of mass tourism. You want high quality support to regain clarity, confidence and success at any stage of life. You've created a good life but know there's more.
You want to experience the magic and charm of the Algarve in Southern Portugal.
Sunday, October 19 - Saturday, October 25, 2025
Day 1 - Sunday: Arrive at our gorgeous hotel, Casa Māe, in Lagos, Portugal. Welcome dinner at 7:00 pm with Ashley and your fellow retreat friends.
Day 2 - Monday: Morning mindfulness session designed for more clarity, confidence and success. Community lunch followed by 'analog wellness' - swimming, walking, journaling, reading, napping, nothing or wandering beautiful Lagos.
Day 3 - Tuesday: Morning mindfulness session. Community lunch followed by a gorgeous coastal walk along Rota Vicentina Fishermen's Trail.
Day 4 - Wednesday: Mindful wandering through Lagos - discover local artisans, cobbled streets and quaint cafés, then dine together at an authentic Portuguese Marisqueira.
Day 5 - Thursday: Morning mindfulness session. Community lunch followed by 'analog wellness'.
Day 6 - Friday: Morning mindfulness session. A slow community lunch & sunset closing ceremony.
Day 7 - Saturday: Morning departure. No programming.
Retreat Itinerary
To ensure an ideal experience, we accept a limited number of participants through application. You'll hear back within 2-3 business days.
- All mindfulness sessions led by Ashley Paquin
- 2 community dinners (welcome dinner + Portuguese Marisqueira), 4 gourmet lunches
- Coffee and tea during sessions
- Private villa exclusively reserved for our sessions
- Intimate group experience (limited to 13 participants)
- Find your own accommodation nearby
$2,600 USD. This package limited to 6 participants. Upon acceptance, a 50% non-refundable deposit ($1,300) secures your spot.
Packages Available
Immersion - $2,600 USD
premium - $4,200 USD
- Everything in the Immersion Package plus...
- A beautiful private room (ensuite bathroom) at our luxury boutique hotel, Casa Maē
- Exclusive access to the hotel's pool, spa, gym & amenities
- Private airport transfer from Faro Airport to our hotel (if needed)
- Gourmet breakfast included
- One 60-minute post-retreat integration call with me, Ash
What's included
✓ 4 mindfulness sessions
✓ 2 community dinners (welcome dinner + Portuguese Marisqueira), 4 gourmet lunches
✓ Coffee and tea during sessions
✓ Exclusive villa reserved for sessions
✓ A global community of kind, growth-minded people
✓ Analog wellness activities - meditation, walking, journaling, reading, swimming, nothing
✓ ** Included for Premium Packages: Boutique hotel accommodation with ensuite bathroom, daily gourmet breakfast, airport transfer from Faro, one 60-minute post-retreat integration call
X Airfare in and out of Portugal (Faro International Airport is the recommended arrival point), local transport
X Mandatory travel insurance (proof of insurance is due 60 days prior to departure)
X Lodging (for Immersion Package participants)
X Spa services, yoga or pilates classes - pool use is for hotel guests
X Alcoholic beverages
X Gratuities for local staff (we kindly ask you to acknowledge their excellent service)
X Dinners (except welcome and Marisqueira dinner)
X Optional excursions during free time
What's not included
Location
Lagos, Portugal
In the sunny south of Portugal, there's a beautifully remodeled estate by the sea, Casa Maē, that encapsulates all things Portuguese - whitewashed buildings, vibrant colors, slow living, community, sunshine, and seafood.
Time has somehow stopped in the old city of Lagos...
With its golden cliffs and secret rocky beaches, Costa Vicentina's wild and majestic coastline, perfect surf breaks, and relaxed bohemian vibe, this place invites you to slow down and savor each moment. The Atlantic, with some of the best beach spots in Europe, is waiting for you to discover its magic.
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"I can actually do anything. I am more than capable. At first, this was a pep talk. But after three weeks of doing this work (while being kind to myself), I actually believe this. I can do anything and I’m more than capable. I have never felt this happy, anchored or loved in my life".
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Questions?
Trip Specific Questions
October 19-25, 2025 in Lagos, Portugal. Early Bird pricing from $2,600 (Immersion) to $4,200 (Premium).
Casa Maẽ in Lagos, Portugal. The best airport is FAO - Faro International Airport. Our hotel is a 55-minute drive from there.
Upon acceptance, secure your spot with a 50% non-refundable deposit, with the remaining non-refundable balance due 60 days before the retreat begins. Please see packages offered above.
Other Questions
A morning mindfulness session focused on clarity, confidence and success, a community lunch, and ample free time with special experiences including a coastal walk, Lagos tour and sunset closing ceremony.
Yes. Retreats are places of personal refuge - a time to slow down.
Retreats are non-refundable as are your deposits. Final balance is subject to exchange rate variations. Our retreats are small and our local providers rely on us. Because of our up-front costs (pre-paying hotels and other providers), we can’t give you a refund if your plans change or you're unable to travel because of health issues, family or work commitments, financial hardship, etc. This is why we require travel insurance for you to attend a retreat. Failure to pay the remaining balance 60 days before departure will be treated as a cancellation, resulting in the loss of your entire deposit and all money collected.
Your Host
Ashley Paquin
Since 2008, I've worked with clients around the world helping them regain clarity, confidence and success through simple yet highly effective practices that go far beyond traditional coaching or therapy.
I'm a master NLP practitioner and mindfulness teacher, and our work marries science, spirituality and strategy so you can have lasting positive change. The tools shared are grounded in neuroscience so everything we do has a lasting impact for years to come.
Retreats are the hearth of this work and our time together is both restorative and result-forward. More about me here.