Tales from the Hills

Experiences, reflections and local gems from our hillside home.

By Henk-Michel - June 12, 2026
Discover how the first call with a retreat leader helps shape retreats at VilaFoia, a retreat venue in Monchique in the Algarve, Portugal, from first idea to tailored proposal.
By Henk-Michel - June 3, 2026
Discover how retreats at VilaFoia, a retreat venue in Monchique in the Algarve, Portugal, begin with listening and a personal first talk with each retreat leader.
By Henk-Michel - May 17, 2026
A Different Kind of Algarve
May 12, 2026
More Than a Retreat Venue: Creating Space for Transformational Experiences at VilaFoia
By Laurie Croft Review May 7, 2026
And VilaFoia Gratitude
Yoga on the deck
By Henk-Michel - July 9, 2025
✨ Why Winter Is the Perfect Season to Host Your Nature Retreat at VilaFoia
the views from our garden
By Henk-Michel - April 22, 2025
A place where time slows down, and people return.
The dome is ready for yoga
By Henk-Michel - April 21, 2025
Planning a Retreat? Discover Vila Foia in the Algarve