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From Weekend Escape to Home: Castelo de Bode and Amara Village

Alexia Deboffe — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:15:43 +0000

Ask people in Lisbon where they go to cool off in summer and you will hear Comporta, Ericeira or the beaches of Arrábida. Very few will say Castelo de Bode. Yet about an hour and a half north-east of the city there is a lake long enough to get lost on, framed by pine and cork oak, with water clear enough to see your feet. That may not stay a secret for long: the lake is starting to attract people […]

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Wellness by Moonlight – The Full Moon Ritual at Viceroy at Ombria Algarve

Greg Boegner — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:39:00 +0000

There’s something undeniably magical about the Algarve after sunset. The hills quiet down, the summer heat softens, and under the glow of a full moon, the landscape takes on an entirely different energy. This season, The Spa at Viceroy at Ombria Algarve is inviting guests to experience that transformation through a new series of immersive Full Moon Rituals. Inspired by the rhythms of the lunar cycle and the restorative power of nature, the evening wellness experiences are designed to encourage […]

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Friday Morning Reset: Wellness Class and Breakfast at NANA on the Beach in the Algarve

Greg Boegner — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:08:57 +0000

Summer in the Algarve has a rhythm all its own, and NANA on the Beach in Armação de Pêra is introducing a new way to start the weekend. Created by the team at Vila Vita Parc, the Friday Reset & Breakfast series combines beachfront wellness sessions with a healthy breakfast overlooking the Atlantic. Running every Friday morning throughout the summer, the experience is designed for anyone looking to swap a rushed start to the day for something a little more […]

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Wellness Programs and Guest Practitioners in the Algarve at Vila Vita Parc

Greg Boegner — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:48:00 +0000

With the sun shining and the ocean water warming, it’s the perfect time to clear our minds and recalibrate our bodies to live our best possible lives. To assist in this refresh, Vital Wellness at Vila Vita Parc offers a plethora of options for exercise, toning and firming, stretching, nutrition and much more, including invited wellness specialists to guide your through the balancing process. Whether a hotel guest or a local resident, all are welcome to join in these rejuvenating […]

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Reconnect at The Spa: A New Wellness Destination by Viceroy at Ombria Algarve

Greg Boegner — Wed, 28 May 2025 10:39:06 +0000

Tucked into the hills of the Algarve’s serene countryside, The Spa by Viceroy at Ombria Algarve has officially opened its doors — and with it, a transformative new vision of wellness rooted in love, connection, and intentional living. Whether you’re a local in search of rest and renewal or a visitor craving more than just beachside relaxation, The Spa invites you to escape into a sanctuary where nature, ritual, and contemporary luxury converge. Conceptualized by internationally acclaimed spa visionary Greg […]

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Buddha Eden – Garden of Peace

Greg Boegner — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 15:45:10 +0000

Who would have guessed? Just an hour north of Lisbon, in the countryside, is a beautiful managed garden intended as “a place for reconciliation.” Buddha Eden is 35 hectares (86 acres) of natural fields, lakes, manicured gardens, contemporary sculpture…and Buddhist statuary! The story of how the garden came into existence is both intriguing and endearing. In 2001, wealthy Portuguese investor and art patron José Berardo was shocked by the Taliban government’s destruction of the Giant Buddhas in Afghanistan. In response […]

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Workout, Wellness & Weight-Reduction at VILA VITA Parc

Greg Boegner — Mon, 02 Dec 2013 07:29:24 +0000

Go ahead! Grab another Christmas pudding. Have another hot cider. Indulge in the flavors of the season. You know why? You’ll be able to work off the extra calories and distress from the holidays at the many wellness and fitness facilities at VILA VITA Parc. HYPOXI® Studio VILA VITA Parc is home to the only HYPOXI® Studio on the Iberian peninsula. This innovative body sculpting method combines a moderate workout regime and balanced nutritional plan, with an external pressure system. […]

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