Escape the conventional and inspire your team at one of the most unique company retreat locations in Europe. Less than an hour from Lisbon, Areias do Seixo is a natural heaven where design, sustainability, and well-being converge. This is not just a venue; it's an experience designed to clear minds, foster connection, and spark creativity, perfectly aligned with our travel philosophy.
At this premier eco resort in Portugal, your team will trade the fast-paced world for a chance to slow down and reconnect—with nature, with each other, and with your company's vision. We offer exclusive use of sophisticated villas and inspiring event spaces, ensuring your retreat is both productive and profoundly memorable.
The Perfect Venue for an Executive Retreat in Portugal
Areias do Seixo provides an exceptional setting with facilities specifically designed for corporate events.
• The Greenhouse: An inspiring 600 m² event space that can host up to 250 people. Bathed in natural light and filled with the scent of growing herbs, it’s the perfect environment for strategic sessions and creative workshops.
• The Villas: Sophisticated houses located near the main hotel, perfect for lodging your team. They offer shared living spaces for informal brainstorming and individual privacy for downtime, creating an ideal setting for an executive retreat in Portugal.
• Unique Team Building Activities: Move beyond trust falls with immersive experiences like the "From Garden to Plate" workshop or the nightly "Circle of Fire" ritual, which foster genuine collaboration and connection.
• Wellness & Sustainability: With a full SPA, yoga sessions, and a deep commitment to sustainable practices like geothermal energy and permaculture, you are choosing a venue that prioritizes the well-being of both your team and the planet.
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A Sample 4-Day Team Building Retreat Portugal Itinerary
This program is designed to balance strategic work with rejuvenating experiences, strengthening your team's bonds and focus.
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Day 1: Arrival & Strategic Vision
• Afternoon: Your team arrives at Areias do Seixo, a natural heaven just 50 minutes from Lisbon Airport. You'll be welcomed with refreshing drinks made from ingredients from the hotel's organic garden. Check-in to your private, sophisticated Villas.
• Late Afternoon: Kick off your business retreat in Portugal with your first work session in The Greenhouse, an inspiring space designed to foster creativity.
• Evening: As the sun sets, gather for the hotel's signature "Circle of Fire" ritual. This is a perfect icebreaker and a moment for informal connection, with wine and live guitar by the bonfire.
• Dinner: Enjoy a team dinner at the Semear Restaurant, experiencing authentic, locally sourced cuisine prepared with love and ingredients from the on-site permaculture garden.

Day 2: Innovation & Collaborative Team Building
• Morning: Start the day with an optional Yoga session to unite mind and body or a meditative Sound Journey to enhance focus and clarity. Following a delicious organic breakfast, dive into your second strategic workshop in The Greenhouse.
• Afternoon: Engage in the ultimate team building retreat in Portugal with the "From Garden to Plate" experience. Your team will tour the permaculture garden, learn about its self-sustaining ecosystem, harvest their own organic vegetables, and then cook a delicious lunch together under the guidance of the hotel's Chef. It’s a powerful metaphor for collaboration and shared success.
• Late Afternoon: Free time for participants to relax. They can enjoy the SPA's sauna and steam room, take a dip in the outdoor pool (heated by solar panels from May to September), or simply unwind in their villa.

Day 3: Exploration & Creative Inspiration
• Morning: Step outside the retreat setting for a day of exploration and inspiration. Choose an excursion based on your team's interests:
◦ Culture: Visit the nearby medieval village of Óbidos (25 min away).
◦ Ocean: Explore the authentic fishing and surfing town of Peniche (35 min away).
◦ Local Flavor: Arrange a private tour and tasting at a local winery.
• Afternoon: Continue the team bonding with a group activity like horse riding or a hike along the stunning coastal pedestrian paths.
• Evening: Return for a special Gala Dinner hosted exclusively for your team in The Greenhouse, celebrating the achievements and connections made during the retreat.

Day 4: Action Planning & Departure
• Morning: After breakfast, hold your final work session. This is the time to synthesize insights, define actionable next steps, and solidify the momentum gained over the past three days.
• Lunch: Enjoy a final farm-to-table meal together, reflecting on the experience.
• Afternoon: Depart from Areias do Seixo, with your team feeling refreshed, aligned, and inspired by the hotel's philosophy to "slow down" in order to move forward with greater purpose.
Customize Your Company Retreat in Portugal
This itinerary is just a starting point. We can tailor every detail to meet your objectives, from arranging specific workshops to organizing unique experiences like a picnic on the dunes or private wellness sessions.

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