The Portugal Retreat
NICE MOVES IN ZAMBUJEIRA DO MAR
MONDAY MAY 18 - SUNDAY MAY 24, 2026
For those feeling the pull of the sun-soaked shift, join Sofia + Cait at Cocoon Portugal. This 275-acre sanctuary, where Atlantic breezes carry the scent of pine and salt, invites you to soften, strengthen, and breathe into something new. Between cork forests and a freshwater lake, two studio spaces—one hand-tiled indoor pavilion and one pine-shaded outdoor platform—become the setting for our daily mat practices. Each morning begins simply: moving together with the rising sun, finding rhythm in body and breath.
By midday, the pace slows. Collect still-warm eggs alongside the goats and peacocks who roam the land, sink into an oversized hammock by the water, or gather around the long table for meals that nourish as much as they delight—wood-fired pizza, Mediterranean stews, vibrant grain bowls, always prepared with care.
Afternoons stretch open for choice. Some days you may dive into the hidden coves of the Costa Vicentina or wander the coastline collecting shells; other days you might do nothing at all but rest and let the dappled light filter through the trees.
As the sky softens into dusk, we return to the mat. Evening practices weave together movement, reflection, and ritual—anchoring the day’s experiences and leaving space for journaling, conversation, or quiet watching of the horizon.
This retreat is about balance: exploration and stillness, community and solitude, strength and softness. Every golden moment is an invitation to notice what unfolds when you let yourself arrive fully.
What’s Included:
→ 6 nights stay at Cocoon Portugal Farm + Retreat
→ Daily mat movement practices led by Sofia & Cait
→ Daily coffee + tea bar
→ Three farm-to-table meals a day incl. a special picnic lunch and wood-fired pizza night
→ Spritz bar on pizza night
→ Access to bikes for exploring
→ One surfing lesson
→ Limited ed. tote filled with goodies to support your journey
* 2 classes per day Tuesday thru Saturday
* 1 class per day on Monday + Sunday
* total meals included: 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners
Not Included:
→ Flights + transfers
→ Car rental (highly recommended!)
→ Travel insurance
→ Alcohol (except for spritz night)
→ Gratuities
Optional Add On:
→ Extra surfing lessons or board rentals
→ Horseback riding
→ Massages
→ Wine + beer are available for purchase
Cocoon Portugal is a 275 acre coastal farm + retreat, offering inspiration and community for the modern traveller. It's also pure magic, where between the oversized hammocks and the coastal bluffs, you'll start to lose track of time. The kind of place where each morning is a celebration, practicing under the canopy of old growth pines, but so is each evening; enjoy thoughtfully prepared farm-to-table meals shared with good company.
Situated on the breathtaking Atlantic coast of Portugal, near the charming fishing village of Zambujeira do Mar, in the Alentejo region, which is known for its long stretches of untouched coastline and charming white-washed villages. The ocean, with bluffs, trails, and sandy coves, is a 15 minute drive away.
Rooms + Pricing
Much like all experiences at the studio, we opt for quality over quantity. The intimate size of our programming allows for a feeling of spaciousness while fostering community and connection. Everybody is arriving with different lived-experiences; all looking to immerse themselves in a multi-sensory week of both inspiring and restful moments to nourish body and soul.
Please note, rooms can be booked with single occupancy (one person in a room) or double occupancy (two people in a room). Rooms can be set up with 1 bed or 2 beds. There are eight rooms that have an en-suite bathroom and two rooms that share a bathroom with each other.
Please take note below so that you can specify your room selection on the booking form.
If you would like to match you up with a roommate we will try our best. If we’re not able to find someone to share a room with you, you will be committed to the single occupancy rate.
4 ROOMS REMAINING!
TERRACE ROOMS
w. en-suite bathroom + quiet back terrace this room can be set up with 1 or 2 beds
**1 LEFT**
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY (for 2 ppl sharing)
$3,757.25 per person incl. hst
$3,325 +hst pp
SINGLE OCCUPANCY (for 1 person)
$4,774.25 per person incl. hst
$4,225 +hst pp
COURTYARD ROOMS
w. en-suite bathroom + facing the lake this room can be set up with 1 or 2 beds
**1 LEFT**
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY (for 2 ppl sharing)
$3,587.75 per person incl. hst
$3,175 +hst pp
SINGLE OCCUPANCY (for 1 person)
$4,435.25 per person incl. hst
$3,925 +hst pp
FIELDSIDE ROOMS
these two rooms share a bathroom in the hallway + can be set up with 1 or 2 beds
**2 LEFT**
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY (for 2 ppl sharing)
$3,418.25 per person incl. hst
$3,025 +hst pp
SINGLE OCCUPANCY (for 1 person)
$4,152.75 per person incl. hst
$3,675 +hst pp
A NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $1,017 ($900 +hst) per person is required to reserve your space on this trip. Your booking is not confirmed until the deposit has been processed. We will take two more payment installments as follows:
185 DAYS PRIOR (FRI NOV 14): $1,130 ($1,000 +hst) .
100 DAYS PRIOR (SAT FEB 7): FINAL BALANCE OWING
Prices in Canadian Dollars.
To book this Retreat, you will be directed to Movement Travel. LM Movement Travel Ltd is affiliated with Nexion Travel Group – Canada, 380 Wellington St., Tower B, 6th Floor, London, ON, N6A 5B5. Email: retreatbooking@movementtravel.com TICO #1549342
Getting there …
You’ve decided to dive in! Here are some details to help you get to and from, and perhaps stay a while longer.
YOUR TRIP BEGINS ON MONDAY MAY 18, 2026:
At Cocoon Portugal at 3:00 pm.
From Lisbon, it’s a 2 hour drive south. Movement Travel highly recommends renting a car so that you’ll be able to continue to explore the area between our movement practices. A document will be created to share with participants that will allow you to team up according to your arrival times, and share car rentals, if that’s something you desire.
YOUR TRIP ENDS ON SUNDAY MAY 24, 2026:
At Cocoon Portugal after breakfast at 10 am.
Movement Travel is our travel specialist. They can support you with :
→ Making any additional travel arrangements
→ Purchasing travel insurance (highly recommended!)
retreatbooking@movementtravel.com
TICO #1549342
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NOURISH YOURSELF
Cocoon believes that a nourishing meal and a delicious feast don't need to be exclusive of one another. Their food is local, with most of our produce coming from either the property, or a nearby farm. And there’s a wood-fired pizza oven...
From a sustainability standpoint, they choose not to serve red meat, pork or poultry. They do serve eggs from their chickens, locals cheeses, and wild-caught Atlantic fish.
A typical breakfast includes eggs, local fruit, Greek yogurt, homemade granola, local honey, homemade jam, slow-rise bread, and a daily tonic. Lunch is often a bowl; a base of ancient grains like farro, topped with avocado, roasted veggies, nori, or mixed greens.
For dinner, expect Indian + Japanese curries, Mediterranean stews, legumes, rice, salad and dessert.
star gazing
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pizza making
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hammock naps
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movement to reconnect to self
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untouched beaches
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magical moments
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star gazing · pizza making · hammock naps · movement to reconnect to self · untouched beaches · magical moments ·
NICE MOVES IN ZAMBUJEIRA DO MAR, SEE YOU THERE 👋🏻