The Art of Living Well

June 14-18, 2027

4 Nights • 5 Days

Alto Paraíso

Portugal

An all-inclusive well-being retreat to slow down, restore, and reconnect with yourself.

The Art of Living Well is an all-inclusive well-being retreat designed to help you slow down, restore, reconnect, and rediscover the simple practices that help us feel well — in body, mind, and spirit.

Step away from the pace and demands of everyday life and give yourself five days to be genuinely cared for.

At Alto Paraíso, everything is thoughtfully created to support the art of living well — from nourishing, garden-fresh food and restorative practices to time in nature, meaningful connection, creativity, and space simply to be.

Monday

the 14th of June

Arrival & Welcome

Arrive at Alto Paraíso, settle into your accommodation, open your welcome gifts, and enjoy lunch.

The afternoon includes a welcome session and an introduction to The Art of Living Well, followed by free time to relax or enjoy the retreat amenities.

Dinner and an evening yoga nidra and sound healing session close the day.

Wednesday

the 16th of June

Morning yoga, breakfast, and a focus session with journaling. Spend part of the day exploring Óbidos, a stunning, well-preserved medieval town.

Have lunch at one of its local restaurants before returning to Alto Paraíso for a candle-making workshop.

The afternoon includes free time, optional massage, dinner, and evening yoga nidra and sound healing.

Friday

the 18th of June

Morning yoga and breakfast, followed by a Living with Intention focus session and closing. Time for journaling and reflection before checking out and continuing your journey.

Tuesday

the 15th of June

Morning yoga and breakfast, followed by a focus session and journaling.

The afternoon includes time to visit Buddha Eden Gardens or relax at the retreat, followed by a hands-on cold-processed soap-making workshop.

Dinner and an evening yoga nidra and sound healing session complete the day.

Thursday

the 17th of June

Morning yoga and breakfast, followed by a focus session and journaling.

Enjoy free time or a visit to the beach before lunch.

The afternoon includes a hands-on workshop, with additional time for relaxation, massage, or optional activities.

Dinner and evening yoga nidra and sound healing finish the day.

All activities are optional, so you can choose what feels right for you and enjoy the retreat at your own pace.

*Additional experiences such as a wine tour, nature walk, or a visit to the local monastery can also be arranged.

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Through holistic well-being workshops and restorative practices, including yoga, yoga nidra, sound healing, journaling, creative crafts, and opportunities for massage, you’ll explore practical ways to cultivate greater calm, resilience, presence, and overall well-being.

Your teachers

Julie Allison

MA, M.Ed, NBC-HWC

Julie is the co-founder and CEO of Waves Well-being Services and a board-certified health and wellness coach. An American expat who has lived in 10 countries and traveled extensively, Julie brings a deep appreciation for different cultures, people, and approaches to well-being.
With a background in international education and counseling, Julie has spent years supporting the social and emotional well-being of both children and adults. Today, she combines that experience with her work as a yoga and sound-healing practitioner, retreat leader, and holistic wellness coach.

Samantha Petree

MA, RYT 200

Samantha is the co-founder of Waves Well-being Services and a certified yoga instructor, sound-healing practitioner,
and Positive Intelligence (PQ) coach. Originally from California, she has lived and worked across the United States, Spain, India, and Japan.
Her decade in India deepened her connection to yoga, mindfulness, meditation, and the integration of ancient wellness traditions with modern approaches to well-being. Samantha creates welcoming spaces where people can slow down, reconnect with themselves, and explore greater relaxation, self-awareness, and inner balance.

Together, Julie and Samantha bring a rich combination of yoga, mindfulness, sound healing, coaching, education, international experience, and a genuine passion for helping people live healthier, more intentional lives.

The Art of Living Well is an invitation to pause and consider what well-being really means to you — to listen to your body, nurture meaningful connection, make space for rest and joy, and discover practices you can carry into everyday life.