"Add a wonderful time with Lucy and the group on the Mosaic Retreat in Quinta Carvalhas. Knowing absolute nothing about mosaics and how to do it, Lucy described and explained everything in an easily and fun way. Speaking in english and in portuguese with her, I managed to create my first two mosaics and contributed to a group project for the farm to be displayed. Always enthusiastic, friendly and helpful during the whole process and sharing her experiences and views on art and mosaic. Learned a lot and most importantly I enjoyed my time with her and everyone. Hope to participate in another retreat and create more mosaics or visit her workshop in Tomar."
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"Attended a 4 day Mosaic retreat. Had a fabulous time, the Quintais beautiful, the vegetarian food amazing but most of all the mosaic workshop was amazing. Lucy is an incredible instructor, apart from being incredibly talented she has a wonderful sense of humor and kept our group laughing throughout.
Will definitely sign up for another retreat at the Quinta
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"Numinous Ways is a fantastic company, and I have zero hesitation in recommending it.
Their support is top-notch, their retreats are life-changing, and their one-on-one ongoing integration glues all the magic together.
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"Whenever I am around her I feel like everything is alright.
Her aura and presence is calming me.
She feels me and what I need during my trip. This can't be learned in some days or in a short course
6th sense and empathy with the deep wish for others to be heathy and well is the result of a life lived well.
Iili: you are my favorite cat in the whole world.:))"
"He choses his words wisely and guided my attention back to loving myself, loving what is.
Healing could happen when my silence and his words met in the safe space they created.
I trust him guiding me and that trust had to be earned. I don't give it to many people
Thank you🙏
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"The last 2 retreats I attended with Idriya retreats was life changing for me.
They guided me through some deep hard feelings from my past and helped me reach the only space where healing and life worth living resides.
Here and Now.
Thank you🙏"
"This review is vital for me to write. I had been grappling with severe mental health issues due to the traumas I endured during my childhood. My relationship with my family and loved ones was incredibly challenging, and I felt trapped in
a never-ending darkness. From the moment I woke up until I went to sleep, destructive thoughts consumed my mind. My vision of the future was relentlessly bleak, and I couldn't fathom a peaceful resolution. A dear friend recommended this retreat to me. I hesitated
to embark on a healing journey, but deep down, I knew I had to find a way to break free from the cage of my mind.
Following my first online interview with the team, I immediately felt a sense of safety. They exhibited the utmost professionalism and genuine care. They diligently prepared me emotionally and mentally for what lay ahead. When I arrived at
the retreat center, I was struck by its breathtaking beauty and tranquil atmosphere. I had never considered myself spiritual, but this experience completely transformed my belief system. I felt unprecedented love and connection, and my journey took on a profound
and spiritual dimension. Finally, I could discern the changes I needed to make to realize my full potential.
Months after the retreat, I was filled with positive thoughts and emotions that had eluded me for years. I made the courageous decision to change my job and now live in harmony with my loved ones.
I still vividly recall the words of Lili: "You attract into your life what you resonate with, and you can always tune your frequency higher to experience abundance in all aspects of your life." I took my first small step toward raising my frequency. I am eternally grateful to the facilitators for providing me with the unwavering attention and professional guidance I desperately needed during this challenging period."
"I'm really grateful to Lili for being there and helping me to turn the hardest moments of the trip into healing and growing. She is very kind, experienced and professional."
"Feri has the talent to tell the right words in the right time to help the trip and also the integration. I'm really grateful for that."
"The retreat was well prepared and the crew is really professional and attentive. We had enough time and space for the integration as well.
The location and food was also nice. All in all I'm very satisfied. "
"The retreat was an invitation to connect with the natural world, explore the depths of our consciousness, and forge deep connections with a community of like-minded souls. Lili and Feri, our hosts and guides on this mystical journey, exuded a sense of warmth and wisdom that instantly put us at ease.
Their extensive knowledge of psychedelic plants, their therapeutic potential, and their genuine passion for helping others created an atmosphere of trust and safety.
The experience was beautiful and challenging as I confronted my inner demons and basked in the light of newfound insights and revelations. It was a cathartic and profound healing process that left us feeling lighter, more connected to ourselves, and at peace. Thank you so much for this fantastic experience!”"
"This retreat stands out as one of the most well-organized and expertly guided experiences I've ever attended. The team's personalized care and unique healing techniques truly set them apart. The natural surroundings were stunning. I arrived burdened with stress and returned as an improved version of myself. My journey was deep, full of beauty, there are no words to describe how it freed me from the burdens I’ve carried. It was like washing all the dirt out from my mind and soul. My gratitude knows no bounds."
"The ceremony was a powerful and sacred experience. Under the influence of plant medicine, I ventured deep into the recesses of my mind, confronting my fears, unraveling past traumas, and embracing the beauty of my existence. It was as if the Universe had unveiled its secrets to me, and I felt an overwhelming sense of interconnectedness with all living beings. I'm grateful for the team and all the group who shared this amazing experience with me. It is definitely in the top 3 experiences of my life. I highly recommend this retreat to anyone who is open to growth and ready to discover the secrets of their inner self."
"I embarked on a psychedelic therapy because I was trapped in unhealthy relationships. Throughout my life, I seemed only to attract narcissistic partners. During the retreat, I delved into my childhood traumas and the insecurities that had taken root as a result. I’ve experienced a deep transformation within 3 sessions with Lili and Feri. They have an extraordinary expertise working with plant medicine and energy healing. They are kind and caring and I felt safe under their guidance. I had some challenging moments but I've been softly guided through my journey and I'm so grateful for every insight I've gained. Today I feel that my thought patterns underwent a complete overhaul, and I now feel secure, emotionally fulfilled, and ready to invite the right person into my life. I've learned not to tread the path of suffering because I've discovered the power of self-love. I am immensely grateful for the unwavering support I've received.
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"We had a fantastic weekend at Quinta Carvalhas. The accommodation was beautiful, food delicious and the team were so warm, friendly and helpful. We loved the yoga classes and being able to have our own yoga classes in the shala. The meditation garden is tranquil and beautiful, and the surrounding area is so pretty. Thank you so much to Michelle, Richard, Gerhard and Rafaela for such a lovely stay. "
"É sempre uma honra voltar Ă s Quinta das Carvalhas desde o pessoal incrĂvel que trabalha lá atĂ© Ă s vistas lindĂssimas cercadas de cavalos e sossego envolvente !
Regressarei sempre que me for possĂvel ! Muito Grata ao Staff que tĂŁo bem cuidou de nĂłs !
❤️ Katy Vilela"
"A Quinta Carvalhas é um lugar fantástico para a realização do retiro, com todas as condições de elevada qualidade, quartos, espaços de prática, espaços de estar e de refeição, jardim, deck junto da lagoa e todo o espaço envolvente.
De salientar, o excelente apoio à organização do retiro pelo staff muito simpático e eficaz: Rafaela, Frederico e Beatriz.
A alimentação foi excelente, de muita qualidade e em quantidade certa.
E depois, o nosso grupo foi maravilhoso :) Tudo correu conforme planeamos e todos saĂram muito felizes, revigorados e bem-dispostos!
Muita gratidĂŁo!"
"Thank you lovely Lucy!! I could never imagine I would enjoy making a mosaic but you made it possible and such fun! It’s a very mindful occupation and completely transports your mind away from everything else, something we all need to do now and then. And Lucy is the perfect happy artist to help you go in the right direction."
"Thank you to all the fabulous staff for a really lovely four days of peacefulness and tranquility in such a beautiful setting.
Very pampered with delicious home grown food. Michelle is a marvelous yoga teacher and host and both Shana and Mikaela are excellent masseurs. Loved every minute! "
"Magic happens at Quinta Carvalhas. The setting, the people, the food, the beautiful touches everywhere ... one feels wrapped in a cocoon of love and positive energy. Michelle sets the tone with her vision-come-to-life and her magnetic energy. She has hired people who reflect and amplify her values and who give off the impression that you are the most important person they've encountered in a long time. The meals are as delicious as they are nutritious. The spaces are cozy and beautiful.
The retreat I conducted here was the most gratifying one I've ever led, and so much of the credit for that goes to the ambience at Quinta Carvalhas. Every retreat participant is dying to return. "
"Só posso falar bem deste espaço. Equipa fantástica, faz-nos mesmo sentir em casa. É todo um meio divinal, estou sem palavras. "
"Na minha experiencia gostei de estar ai e na minha visão o que podem melhorar é a temperatura da água que ao tomar banho (ao por agua quente) saia muita das vezes agua a escaldar e tive que andar a por a agua mais fresco/morno para o meu corpo nao sentir esse escaldar.
De resto, gostei da experiencia.
Grato,
Miguel Ferreira"
"As always, absolutely amazing!
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"É Estar Em Casa, Desfrutar do Espaço, Comida Maravilhosa, Miminhos.
Acolhimento e Respeito. "
"Antarma's 'You Are Loved' retreat was, for me, a very intensely moving and profound experience. One that is quite indescribable, it just has to be experienced. No words can convey the subjective nature of his transmissions, you will have a unique experience that is aligned with your inner depths and ability to open and connect.
Antarma invites everyone to join in sacred Sadhana. There are no words to convey the power of these sacred ceremonies and the deep and profound nature of the immersion and healing you will receive. He is a powerful conduit to the Divine. I've done many many ceremonies over many years and I've never experienced someone opening a portal to the Divine as he did.
All you need is an open heart and Antarma will open it further and fill it with light and the most powerful unconditional love and respect you will ever receive. He shares his sacred gifts - his voice, mantra, drumming, and profound teachings - to help us move closer to our inner truth, to others, to the world, and to the fundamental oneness of our reality.
If you are on a spiritual path and seek to connect with your true self on a deep level then I cannot recommend Antarma's retreats highly enough. You will feel loved and truly blessed."
"I loved the mosaic retreat led by Lucy in Quinta Carvalhas, what a treat, the beautiful space, the morning yoga, the delicious food, the luxurious room, the swimming pool, the calm surroundings, the meditation garden, all is just perfectly prepared. The mosaic itself was a lot of fun, Lucy is not only an amazing artist but really helps us to make beautiful pieces, with support, advice, ideas etc. in such a relaxed and joyful way, I will be back for more mosaics!"
"I loved the mosaic retreat, what a treat, the beautiful space, the morning yoga, the delicious food, the luxurious room, the swimming pool, the calm surroundings, the meditation garden, all is just perfectly prepared. The mosaic itself was a lot of fun, Lucy is not only an amazing artist but really helps us to make beautiful pieces, with support, advice, ideas etc. in such a relaxed and joyful way, I will be back for more mosaics!"
"Love, joy, sound đź’š"
"It was my first experience with retreat guru, with kambo and with bufo. Lots of first times. I was not disappointed. I felt taken care of, Lisa was very welcoming, clear, helped with all my questions before and during the stay. I felt safe while I was in my process with medicine. Laurel eco village is amazing I would love to just stay there for some time. Food was delicious and beautiful. Sound healing really helped to go through the process. If you feel ready for bufo I really recommend. But really feel ready, my personal trip was not a walk in the park ;) "
"Finding the words to explain how magical this retreat was is difficult. From the very start I felt at home with a group of strangers who quickly became very important to me. Lisa is truly a remarkable human, who is sharing her light with the world. I am beyond honored to have had the opportunity for her to facilitate my Kambo and Bufo experiences. Her, Miguel, and Catherine make the most amazing and professional team. The guidance, the music, the facility, the medicine, all incredible.
The location could not be better. Perched up in the mountains, Loural provides an opportunity to escape into nature while practicing mindfulness and connection to oneself. It is filled with impeccable healing energy. The food is fresh, nourishing, and delicious. And the experiences with the medicine… beautiful beyond comprehension. This experience is an opportunity of a lifetime.
I truly am so grateful and feel a million thank you’s to Lisa, Miguel, and Catherine will never suffice. Much love"