The retreat runs from 11 to 16 June 2027 at Cocoon Portugal, a 275-acre working coastal farm in the Alentejo region. Lisbon is about two hours' drive away and Faro is closer. Round-trip transfers from Faro Airport are included, so you don't need to sort out your own way to the farm. Once you're there, beaches, cliffs and walking trails are about 15 minutes away.

A typical day starts with a sunrise yoga class, followed by a breakfast of eggs, local fruit, Greek yogurt, homemade granola, local honey, homemade jam and slow-rise bread. Later in the day there are fitness classes and workshops, then a grain bowl for lunch. Most afternoons have some free time, and the day ends with sunset yoga and a sit-down dinner. Coffee, tea and water are available all day.

Two days in the week are given over to bigger outings. One is a boat day on the coast. The other is a surf lesson, which suits complete beginners. Another evening is pizza night, with pizzas from the farm's wood-fired oven and an Aperol Spritz bar. Local wine, beer and homemade chocolate can be bought at the honesty bar at reasonable prices. Guests are asked not to bring their own alcohol.

Most yoga weeks don't mix in this much strength work. Sarah is certified in Yoga Sculpt and personal training as well as yoga, so the classes swing between flow, sculpt and strength sessions, plus slower yin and meditation. If you like a hard workout but also want time to stretch out and slow down, the mix works well.

Sarah Mangelson (@thecoastalyogi) is an E-RYT 500 and the Director of Talent and Development at B/SPOKE Studios in Boston. She also runs the Coastal Method, which offers virtual classes and teacher trainings. She went on her first retreat as a guest in 2016 and has since led or co-led more than 20, including one in the Riviera Maya. Past guests mostly mention how well organised her weeks are. She handles the logistics, so you only need to show up.

The surrounding area is worth exploring in your free time. Options include hiking the Rota Vicentina coastal trail, swimming at the Pego das Pias river pool, stand-up paddleboarding in Vila Nova de Milfontes, horse riding at Moita Nova Equestre and wine tasting at Vicentino Winery. If you want to do any of these on your own, plan to rent a car. Massages can be booked on the farm for €75 an hour, paid in cash.

What's included

- 5 nights' accommodation at Cocoon Portugal - 3 farm-to-table meals a day - Coffee, tea and water all day - Daily yoga and fitness classes - Workshops - Use of indoor and outdoor yoga shalas with mats and props - Boat day - Surf lessons - Pizza night with Aperol Spritz bar - Round-trip airport transfers from Faro Airport - Welcome bag

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Massages (€75/hour, cash only) - Drinks and snacks from the honesty bar (wine, beer, chocolate) - Car rental for independent exploring - Optional activities (SUP, horse riding, wine tasting) - Personal expenses

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