LISA MARIE STAAB
The Mindful Foodie & Conscious Living Mentor
WALKING
LUXURY
RETREATS
SPAIN
EL CAMINO DE SANTIAGO PILGRIMAGE
11th - 21st April 2027
10N/11D - Camino Portugués
(The Portuguese Way)
120km
THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO PILGRIM WALK
The Region & Its Treasures
"An active holiday escape for those wanting to experience a deeply personal and transformative journey, whilst immersing themselves in the local culture and enjoying a touch of luxury"
11th - 21st April 2027
10N/11D - Camino Portugués
(The Portuguese Way)
120km
TWO EXPERIENCED HOSTS
One Shared Love of The Camino
For this very special 2027 journey, Lisa will be joined by Sahara Sotomayor as co-host and Camino guide.
Lisa and Sahara have walked three Caminos together. Sahara first joined two of Lisa’s retreats as a guest before they returned to walk their third as friends, united by a shared love of the Camino, its people and the way it invites us to slow down, pay attention and connect more deeply.
Together, they bring complementary experience in mindfulness, yoga, movement, wellbeing and retreat facilitation.
Sahara also speaks fluent Spanish, adding another layer of cultural connection and practical support throughout the journey.
With two experienced hosts accompanying this intimate group, you’ll receive more individual support, greater flexibility and two people genuinely invested in helping you experience the Camino in your own way.
Are you ready for a once-in-a-lifetime journey that will not only transform your soul but also immerse you in the heart and soul of Spain?
Welcome to the Camino de Santiago Pilgrim Walk (Portuguese Way) – an active holiday escape like no other.
Experience the Magic of the Camino
For centuries, pilgrims have embarked on this epic adventure, traversing Northern Spain to honor St. James in Santiago de Compostela. Today, the Camino de Santiago has evolved into Europe's ultimate pilgrimage route, and we've curated an extraordinary retreat experience that blends tradition with luxury.
Explore Spain's Hidden Treasures
Picture yourself walking through picturesque villages, across endless green meadows, and over rolling hillsides. Not to mention the vineyards! The Camino trail is marked by the iconic scallop shell and yellow arrows, guiding you every step of the way.
But our pilgrimage offers so much more than a scenic journey.
A Journey of the Heart and Soul
The Camino is not just a physical trek; it's a spiritual odyssey. Over 11 unforgettable days, you'll immerse yourself in mindfulness and wellness-inspired retreat activities. Supported by two experienced retreat hosts, surrounded by a small group of fellow pilgrims, you’ll have space to walk at your own pace, share stories, form genuine connections and experience the Camino as both a personal and shared journey.
Tailored for Every Adventurer
No matter your fitness level, our retreat caters to all. We've carefully chosen the last leg of the Camino Portuguese Way, for a manageable 120km experience. But this is no ordinary walk – it's a fusion of luxury accommodations, delectable daily meals featuring the finest local artisan foods, and of course, .... an evening vino with dinner.
Your Only Task: Take One Step at a Time
Let us handle the details; your focus should be on the incredible journey ahead. So, what are you waiting for?
Embrace the Camino de Santiago Pilgrim Walk, and let the transformation begin.
Buen Camino!
Lisa & Sahara
Transfer from Porto to Tui
Luggage transfers between all accommodations
Pre-departure preparation led by Lisa and Sahara
The Camino Pilgrim Passport
(Credencial del Peregrino for achieving 120kms+ walk)
Retreat Gift Bag
Mindfulness, breathwork and optional gentle yoga-inspired practices
Fluent Spanish-speaking support throughout the journey
What’s Included
10 Nights LUXURY Accommodation - mostly Single
Two experienced Camino hosts accompanying the group
10 x Breakfasts and 10 x Dinners
To keep things flexible and honour everyone’s walking pace, lunches aren’t included—just set aside €10–€20 a day to enjoy a bite wherever you feel called to pause and soak in the Camino vibe. I'll provide recommendations along the way.
Dinner or Lunch in a Michelin-starred restaurant
PACKAGES & INVESTMENT OPTIONS
Choose the plan that works best for you—all payments are handled securely through WeTravel,
so you can book with ease and confidence.
Single Rate
5 rooms available
Standard Rate | €5,477 per person
Deposit: €600 (non-refundable)
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Secure your spot with a €600 deposit.
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Pay the remainder of your balance by 21st February 2027.
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Available until 21st February 2027.
EARLY BIRD RATE ~ SAVE €500
BOOK AND PAY IN FULL BY:
31 December 2026
Camino Retreat April 2027
Save €500 | €4,977 per person
Deposit: €600 (non-refundable)
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Secure your spot with a €600 deposit.
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Pay the remainder of your balance in full by 31st December 2026.
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Early bird available until 31 December 2026.
twin Rate
one room available
EARLY BIRD RATE ~ SAVE €500
BOOK AND PAY IN FULL BY:
31 December 2026
Camino Retreat April 2027
Save €500 | €4,377 per person
Deposit: €600 (non-refundable)
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Secure your spot with a €600 deposit.
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Pay the remainder of your balance in full by 31st December 2026.
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Early bird available until 31 December 2026.
Standard Twin Rate | €4,877 per person
Deposit: €600 (non-refundable)
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Secure your spot with a €600 deposit.
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Pay the remainder of your balance by 21st February 2027.
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Available until 21st February 2027.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
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All deposits are non-refundable.
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Spaces are limited to ensure an intimate and personalized experience.
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Payments are settled safely via WeTravel.
YOUR ACCOMMODATION
We'll be staying in a mix of Luxury Paradors, selected apartments and boutique accommodation throughout our journey.
No nasty dormitory bed bugs for us.
Due to the boutique size of some of the places we'll be staying in, there will be a mix of mostly single accommodation except twin-share in just 2 of our nights on the road, ensuring that everyone has some private time on the journey to unwind and process the day in their own space.
Note: If you're coming with your partner and want a double room - just let me know and we can facilitate that too.
11th - 12th April 2027
Beginning with 1-night in beautiful & vibrant Porto, we'll taste the classic Portuguese Tart and indulge in a taste tour of the Central Market
Single Accommodation at Hilton Arts Series
12th - 13th April 2027
Transfer to Tui after breakfast & check out
Single Accommodation at The Parador de Tui
13th - 14th April 2027
Today we begin walking, arriving in O'Porrino after a 16km walk
Shared apartments at Tarela Apts & Stone House
14th - 15th April 2027
Instead of the 22km walk to Arcade, we stop slightly short in Redondella, adding the extra k's to the shorter walk on the 16th. In this beautiful rustic rural property we say hello to the resident goats!
Single accommodation at As Chivas in Rendondella
15th - 17th April 2027 (2nts)
A leisurely 15km (approx) walk into Pontevedra, where we'll be enjoying our Michelin-starred lunch, relishing an incredible degustation menu curated from local ingredients and a day off to rest and soak up the atmosphere of this gorgeous town.
Single accommodation at The Parador de Pontevedra
17th - 18th April 2027
Today is a 24km walk into the stunning Caldas de Reis where we get to pop our tired feet into the many thermal pools around town and soak up the beauty of the river.
Single Accommodation at Casa Herreira
18th - 20th April 2027 (2nts)
After a good soak of the feet, we depart Caldas for an 18km walk into beautiful Padron and stay at one of my favourite places that oozes serenity. Here, we get to drop into a true 'retreat' day, immersing in various Mindfulness Practices and quiet reflection on the journey so far.
Single Accommodation at Os Lambrans
20th - 21st April 2027
Our final walk into Santiago and it's a big one - 24km's but oh so worth it!
Single Accommodation at the stunning Parador de Santiago
21st April - Check Out and Say our Heartfelt Goodbyes.
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THE ITINERARY OUTLINE:
This Retreat is
FOR YOU if:
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You want to challenge yourself
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You'd like a practical way to learn and instill some Mindfulness practices
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You love exploring new cultures and cuisines.
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You've thought about doing something like this, but don't feel like you want to do it on your own.
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You love food and different cuisines and understand how you get to explore a culture through its’ food & connect to the land and its’ people.
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You’re ready to have a few laughs, immerse yourself in glorious countryside, and just see what unfolds along the way.
This Retreat is
NOT FOR YOU if:
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You're not the adventure type
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You're not adaptable
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You don't like to be with other people
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You don't like trying new things
Hello,
I'm Lisa Marie Staab
Mindfulness Teacher • Retreat Host • Longevity Mentor • Chef • Traveller
I’m a retreat host, Camino guide and mindfulness teacher with a background that blends wellbeing, food and travel—and a deep love of creating experiences where people can genuinely slow down, reconnect and feel well cared for.
I’m a Certified Mindfulness & Meditation Teacher and Wellness Mentor, a trained chef and—because why not—I also hold a Diploma of International Travel. I’m a member of Meditation Australia and the Wellness Tourism Association, and I work as a Fora Travel Advisor. This means the retreats I create are not only meaningful, but professionally planned, responsibly run and thoughtfully curated.
I’ve been hosting small, intentionally paced retreats for several years, weaving together mindful walking, nourishing food, rest and real conversation—alongside evidence-informed principles from the Blue Zones: longevity, community and living well for the long haul.
My approach brings mindfulness out of the meditation room and into real life—onto the trail, around the table and into the everyday moments that shape how we live.
I’m also a LUXlife Award-winning retreat facilitator, a mother of two adult children, an ex-corporate chick turned life adventurer, and someone who believes deeply in good food, shared laughter and creating spaces where people feel safe to simply be themselves.
At the heart of everything I do is this: retreats that are grounded, human and beautifully run—without fluff, pressure or pretence.
Hello,
I'm Sahara Sotomayor
Yoga Teacher, Curious Wanderer & Intentional Facilitator
I’m a yoga teacher, retreat facilitator and lifelong traveller with a background spanning movement, health, fitness and public health and a deep curiosity about the many ways we can live, move and experience the world more intentionally.
Yoga has been part of my life for more than 35 years. I hold both 200-hour and 500-hour yoga teacher qualifications, a Bachelor of Science in Fitness, Nutrition and Health, and a Master of Public Health with emphases in Epidemiology and Biostatistics.
Before becoming an international flight attendant, I spent more than a decade working as a fitness instructor and later as a fitness director in San Diego. My experience across community, corporate, private and commercial settings has shaped me into a warm and adaptable facilitator. I’ve also hosted retreats for those wishing to deepen their yoga practice and for yoga teachers undertaking continuing education.
I’ve walked several Camino de Santiago routes and hiked sections of California’s Big Sur and the Appalachian Trail. I’ve also spent extended periods living in Puerto Rico, Italy and Nepal, studying Italian in Italy and exploring the spiritual foundations of yoga while in Nepal.
I speak fluent Spanish and love the deeper cultural connection that comes from meeting people in their own language.
My approach to yoga centres on intention, breath and presence. I believe yoga can happen anywhere; on the mat, along the trail or within the ordinary moments of everyday life.
I’m also the mother of a wonderful adult daughter, devoted to my two dogs, and happiest when travelling, reading, running or exploring somewhere new.
At the heart of my approach is childlike curiosity: meeting life one breath, one step and one experience at a time.
GET INSPIRED with a glimpse into the adventures over the years
"the best possible camino journey"
"This experience provided the best possible Camiño journey. Lisa is outstanding in every way. Her organizational/communication skills combined with her ability to find the best solution when the Camiño presents a challenge ( the power outage), only reinforced the need to be present on this adventure. The beautiful accommodations/ amazing food and mindfulness exercises further enhanced the experience. It was truly an epic experience that brought me peace, joy and understanding. Doesn’t get any better.
- Janet, USA ~ April 2025
"This experience provided the best possible Camiño journey.
Lisa is outstanding in every way. Her organizational/communication skills combined with her ability to find the best solution when the Camiño presents a challenge ( the power outage), only reinforced the need to be present on this adventure.
The beautiful accommodations/ amazing food and mindfulness exercises further enhanced the experience. It was truly an epic experience that brought me peace, joy and understanding.
Doesn’t get any better.
Janet, Camino 2025, U.S.A
Frequently asked questions
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WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
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Airfares
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Visas (if applicable)
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Personal shopping
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Alcohol
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Personal Travel Insurance (mandatory to join - to cover any unexpected emergencies or cancellations)
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