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SHE RADIATES - Women's Empowerment Retreat in Portugal

May 13 - 17, 2026

Palmela, Portugal

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Hosted By

Rae Earth

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4 nights, 5 days

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12 person retreat

Highlights

  • Cacao Ceremony and Sound Healing

  • Yoga

  • Meditation

  • Breathwork

  • Silent Day

  • Sweat lodge

  • Plant Based Meals

  • Women Circles

Details

At its core, this retreat is about reconnecting with yourself. For women who feel numb, overwhelmed, or disconnected from their bodies, this is a space to awaken your feminine energy, release emotional blocks, and reclaim your inner strength. Through a balance of powerful practices, moments of quiet reflection, and meaningful group connection, you’ll find the freedom to let go of what no longer serves you and embrace the woman you truly are.

Location

Palmela, Portugal

Palmela is a charming hilltop town in southern Portugal, set between the Arrábida Natural Park and the rolling vineyards of the Setúbal Peninsula, offering sweeping views over the Atlantic coast and surrounding countryside. Dominated by its well-preserved medieval castle, Palmela blends rich history with a relaxed, rural atmosphere, where cobbled streets, whitewashed buildings, and local wine traditions shape daily life. The area is known for its natural beauty, proximity to wild beaches and hiking trails, and its celebrated Moscatel wines, making Palmela an appealing destination for those seeking culture, nature, and tranquility within easy reach of Lisbon.

Venue

Biovilla Sustentabilidade

4.5 325 Reviews

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Comfortable Accommodations: Biovilla Sustentabilidade in Palmela offers a lodge with terrace, outdoor swimming pool, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy mountain views, balconies, and private bathrooms with free toiletries. Relaxing Facilities: The property features massage services, an electric vehicle charging station, and free on-site parking. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, hairdryers, and wardrobes. Delicious Breakfast: A buffet breakfast with vegetarian options includes warm dishes, juice, and fruits. Guests appreciate the quality and variety.

A/C in Rooms

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Free Wifi

Pool

Pool

Towels

Towels

Free Parking

Free Parking

Balcony

Balcony

Bathroom

Bathroom

Accommodation

Shared Room

3-person shared room

$1,490 USD / person

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This retreat is hosted in one of Portugal’s hidden treasures. Located just 40 minutes from Lisbon airport, Biovilla sits within the Serra da Arrábida, one of the country’s most protected World Heritage areas. This land is known as a place of healing and inner alignment, where many come to reconnect with their purpose. Surrounded by both mountains and ocean, the energy here invites deep presence and renewal. The turquoise, crystalline waters offer a profound sense of peace, while the wild, lush vegetation holds you in a feeling of grounded calm and natural safety.

Meals

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Meals provided

Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

Diets catered

Vegetarian · Gluten-free · Nut Allergy Friendly · Organic

In this immersive journey, you will not only adopt a diet aligned with your body's requirements but also gain a profound awareness of the intricate connections between nutrition, energy, and overall vitality. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that not only nourishes your physical self but also enhances your overall sense of well-being. This experience will support you to detox your body, mind and soul.

Schedule

We want you to feel relaxed and prepared for your retreat experience, so here’s everything you need to know about the schedule: Arrival Day: Guests are encouraged to arrive by 3:00 PM on the first day to settle in and get comfortable. The retreat officially begins with a welcome gathering and opening ceremony at 5:00 PM, so please ensure you’re ready to join us by then. Daily Flow: Each day is thoughtfully planned with a balance of guided practices, group sessions, and free time to explore, rest, or connect with others. While most activities are encouraged for the full experience, we understand the need for flexibility—participation in certain sessions is optional. Time Off: To allow time for personal reflection or exploring the surrounding area, a few moments during the retreat is designated as your personal time. While some activities may be offered, you are welcome to spend this time as you choose. Final Day: The retreat concludes with a closing circle at 10:00 AM, followed by a light farewell breakfast. Check-out time is by 12:00 PM, giving you plenty of time to transition back into your day feeling refreshed and inspired. A more detailed schedule will be shared closer to the retreat, ensuring you know what to expect and can fully immerse yourself in this transformative experience. If you have any specific needs or questions, feel free to reach out—we’re here to support you!

Testimonials

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I was looking for a retreat for physical health and overall wellbeing. I chose this retreat for the fact that the Healer had a variety of experiences and trainings, covering many aspects - mind, body, food - using a variety of techniques, based on Quantum Healing. And the location and house are perfect for the purpose. After only 2 days I could move my left arm, which I could not move for the past 14 months, despite many treatments, from physiotherapy to acupunture and chiropractice. I also started to breathe better; I had the higher part of my nose almost blocked for a few months. And the emotional journey was intense but highly rewarding. The energy work and the quantum healing delivered by Ana Rae were particularly amazing; they shifted my energy and allowed me to have physical and emotional breakthroughs. The respiration exercise was also fantastic, I felt the energy moving in my body. The course exceeded my expectations entirely. Five days were perfect for achieving objectives. Ana Rae is highly qualified, her portfolio of techniques, knowledge and experiences is so broad that she can adjust and select techniques based on the person’s needs and her great intuition. I did breath work, light yoga, energy work, quantum healing, meditation, and ayurvedic eating - she also taught me exercises to practice at home - and she teaches you about ayurvedic food and how to cook it as well! - If you’re looking for a fully comprehensive program that will completely rebalance your energy, body, and mind with a great Healer, I’d highly recommend this retreat.

Octavia, Italy

Transformational experience I was feeling out of touch with myself and needed time to reconnect. Raquel helped me tap into my feminine energy and reclaim my power. Raquel was such a warm and inviting host and it was such a special and intimate experience to be invited into her home and trust her with my vulnerabilities. I left the retreat feeling empowered and ready to start my own process of healing and self discovery. It was truly a transformational experience. I am really glad I chose this retreat as it was much more personalised and in depth compared to other offerings. Being in Raquel's home with her made me feel like I could learn from and adopt her lifestyle. It also taught me to relax and go with the flow, following her way of being. She has such a magnetic, vibrant and loving presence and I feel grateful to have experienced it.

Toni, UK

This retreat was my very first retreat and it was an incredible experience! The setting was beautiful, surrounded by nature, which immediately put me at ease. The organizers created a warm and supportive atmosphere that made everyone feel welcome. The activities were diverse and engaging. We participated in workshops focused on self-discovery, confidence-building, and goal-setting. I especially loved the group discussions, where we shared our stories and learned from each other. It was empowering to connect with so many inspiring women. The meals were healthy and delicious. Each meal felt like a celebration, bringing us together to share not just food, but our experiences. Overall, this retreat was a fantastic opportunity for personal growth and connection. I left feeling motivated and inspired, with new friends and a clearer vision for my future. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to empower themselves and connect with other amazing women! Big thanks to Rae for leading the retreat and for her free soul.

Alya, Saudi Arabia

I was looking to build more confidence and to meet and share with other women. The facilitator, Rae, is VERY experienced, authentic, and insightful. Great compassionate listener and very intuitive. I feel more confident, less heavy, and have new friends. Rae is a wonderful human being and an excellent guide and teacher. She brings her full heart and soul into this work and has so much to offer. I highly recommend this retreat for anyone looking to reconnect with themselves and other women who are looking to do the same. She creates a very welcoming and warm setting for people from many different backgrounds, cultures, and languages.

Gail, U.S

Powerful and nurturing retreat with Rae I wanted to find my intuition back and heal my attachment wounds and inner child wounds. It was mainly because I trusted this retreat. After all, I could see through the words it was about women connecting, energy healing, constellations, breathwork, sound healing... it wasn't focused on 1 aspect. It felt like this was the right one for me from the moment I read the description. I found my intuition and my fire back. I felt transformed in some way through intense work but it was very nurturing yet powerful. I really felt like I was raised from the ashes in a way and this was thanks to the journey with Rae. She is such a powerful and beautiful energy and soul who I am forever grateful for. My mind was softer, my heart opened again and my body felt energized more. Rae is an amazing woman to guide you through it all. She holds space for all that comes up. Also has an amazing talent for music and her voice is lovely.

Sarah, Belgium

Raquel’s retreat in Portugal was nothing short of transformative. From the moment she connected with us, her thoughtfulness and care made me feel completely seen, heard, and welcomed. Her energy is pure magic, nurturing yet empowering, soft yet fierce, and deeply grounding. The practices were beautifully diverse, from yin yoga to sound healing and ceremonies, all intuitively adapted to the group’s needs. No matter the moment or challenge, Raquel stayed completely centered and calm, a steady presence that held us all with grace. Her authenticity, humility, and open-hearted leadership made her feel like one of us, which only deepened the experience. If your soul feels called to work with her, answer it, you will leave forever changed.

Ricarda, germany

Thank you so very much for such a transformative week. For welcoming us into your home, for the yummy food, holding space, and of course for sharing all your wisdom. You are such a beautiful person, and I just know this retreat was exactly what I needed for the next stage of my journey. I wish you all the happiness with your partner. I hope it works out, but I’m excited for you—it really sounds like it’s meant to be! I look forward to hearing how the house build goes. Please keep in touch, and thank you so much again. A huge hug & kiss.

Lex, UK

I decided to come on this retreat because I knew I needed a change in my life. I was very unhappy with where I was, and I knew that there was something I needed to find deeper within me to express what I needed, and a retreat was, this was my first retreat ever, and I chose this one because I think a one-on-one retreat is so personalized, and I really wanted something with connection, and sometimes I'm a little shy in a group, so one on one was more my cup of tea. And so when I read Raquel's bio, it spoke to me, and that was exactly what I needed. The best part of the retreat, I don't know if I can choose one part. The whole thing was just amazing. It was so laid back. It wasn't forced. It had a chill vibe. Nothing ever felt like it was pushed, just the energy the whole time was exactly what I needed. And Raquel's energy just gives you that energy to feel welcome and express yourself at your own pace too, which is awesome, because I'm like, when I feel rushed, I'm like, go back in my shell. But no, it was. It was amazing. I came here thinking I was going to work on other things, and other things ended up coming out that I didn't necessarily realize were going to come out, but those are the things that I guess I needed to work on. And a lot of things that were deep inside of me need to come out. And so now I just feel so much lighter and better. Rae's support the entire time was so genuine, and we just had so much in common in general, so that made me feel very open and able to express myself, and she was able to relate to a lot of things that I've been through, and vice versa, and she just makes you feel so comfortable and at home, and her support is forever long. She'll always be here, even after the retreat too, which is amazing, and that makes me feel so much better. It's not just like this one-and-done type of thing. And yeah, her support leaves the world.

Julia, U.S

I feel lucky to have the opportunity to participate in this retreat. It helped me learn to control my emotions and see them from a different perspective. Raquel was excellent with me, a rare person with a warm heart, genuine kindness and sincere smile, she helped me with her calmness to respect and reconnect with myself. I felt that I had the strength within me to face whatever came my way.I thoroughly enjoyed all the activities and conversations we had and left there with gratitude for the new friends I made. I highly recommend it!

Nicolina, Italy

My stay with Raquel on her one-to-one retreat was beautiful, as is Rae’s soul. This was my first time on a retreat, and I feel so glad that I was led to this unique experience. I learned so much from Raquel, who is a very clever, caring, intelligent and compassionate human being. Her life experiences have helped to develop her into the beautiful person she is today and she has so much knowledge to pass on from her own wellness journey. The few days in Rae’s rural home gave me the time, space and support to restore my balance. I felt very comfortable and safe staying with Rae, experiencing her relaxed way of being and trusting her with my story aw well as the delicious nurturing Ayurvedic meals. The life lines and energy sessions encouraged me to dig deep and helped me to connect with my feelings, open up my heart, be vulnerable and release long held emotions. Rae also helped me to connect with and understand my feminine side. Whilst I valued enormously our conversations and her enlightenment, I also enjoyed the silent day which encouraged me to “be” with myself with no distractions and to tap further into my emotions. I loved my time with Rae and miss her wise words!

Yvette, Irland

If you are looking for a home away from home, then you will find it at Raquel's. I felt immediately at ease in this peaceful environment. I was on my own journey during the retreat, but Raquel knew how to respond to my needs and was very supportive, for which I am very grateful. T he energy healing session was a true gift, as was the absolutely delicious food she thoughtfully prepared for us each day. I cannot recommend this retreat enough, it was Raquel's authenticity and sensitivity that made me feel safe and deeply relaxed. THANK YOU Raquel, I hope to come back one day!

Eveline, Switzerland

I saw the retreat offer and it felt totally right to visit it m. It was my feeling. It felt like coming home for me. Raquel is a beautiful soul her house is magic you can feel the energy inside. I have learned a lot about myself the retreat shows me clearness and I know I can trust the universe for my way.

Magdalena, Switzerland

I was feeling disconnected with myself and that led me to Raquel's retreat. After only 24 hours I already felt much calmer inside, I felt grounded and less stressed. Raquel knows how to lead and guide you to yourself, she leads by example and I could not have hoped for a better outcome of this week. And on top, I got to meet other beautiful women on their own journey.

Maria, Portugal

I had been struggling to embrace my true, authentic self and decided to try something new. I chose this retreat because it promised an intimate, all-women group, which was exactly what I needed. I was also drawn to its diverse program and the chance to experience a country with beautiful weather. The experience of being with other women, all focused on their personal journeys and supporting one another, was incredibly powerful. There was no room for shame or envy, only love and a lot of laughter. I discovered the profound strength that comes from women bonding together. I left the retreat feeling more self-assured, more confident, and deeply supported. I have a renewed sense that everything will work out in the end. Now, I feel like I’m truly radiating.

Yasmina, Holand

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Host

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Rae Earth

8670 Aljezur, Portugal

Rae is passionate about supporting highly sensitive souls and empaths in their journey to clear, protect, and strengthen their energy. Through her own experiences and insights, she empowers others to ...

3 languages

English, Português, and Español

Teaching for 9 months

Joined Insight Timer in Mar 2025

What's Included

4 Nights retreat accommodation

3 Daily plant based meals

Cacao ceremony

Sound Bath

Yoga and Meditation

Woman Circles

Silent Day

Pre & Post Retreat session

Sweat Lodge

Not Included

Travel insurance

Travel costs

Flights

Visa fee

Additional treatments

Additional activities

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Guest requirements

  • Open heart

  • Trust

  • Women only

Cancellation policy

The remaining balance for the retreat is due 30 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 30 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 30 days before the retreat begins.