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TINHELA610 BLOG


Luxury (not what you thought) can be found in a nature retreat in Portugal
I grew up in the 1960s, came of age in the 1970s, and spent a fair bit of time dancing my way through the 1980s. Like many of my generation, I witnessed a world that seemed to move faster and become bigger with every passing decade. We were told that success meant more: more possessions, more travel, more experiences, more choices, more everything. And for a while, I believed it. Over the years, I was fortunate enough to travel widely, live in different countries, study with
Holly Niemela
Jun 22 min read


Time.
Last summer, we held our first Artist Residence. Here, Alice Artur, one of the artists, recounts her own landscape of the time spent at Tinhela610. Tinhela610 is one of those places where time passes differently. The imposing landscape and the built structures perfectly complement the unique scenery, full of nooks and crannies created by the river, different rhythms and tones. It's a valley with many places within it. For any artist who wishes to feel in touch with themselve
Holly Niemela
Jan 92 min read


Give the Gift of Peace This December
As the year softens into winter and the world glows a little brighter, there is no better moment to offer yourself — or someone you love — the promise of deep rest. Our signature Peace of Mind retreat is returning in 2026 for five editions. For this month only, we open the doors wide with a special December gift: book now and join us at the special price of 999€ instead of 1200€ per person sharing a double cabin. This is a rare chance to step away from noise, reconnect wi
Holly Niemela
Dec 7, 20251 min read


Meditation Retreats Are Not Just “Good for You.” They Change You — Measurably.
A recent study from UC San Diego confirms what we witness here at Tinhela610 every week: a meditation retreat doesn’t just relax you — it reprograms the body ( source here ). In only a few days of daily meditation, researchers found significant shifts in brain networks, metabolism, immune signalling, and even natural pain-relief chemistry. This is exactly what we practice at Tinhela610 on our signature retreats. Every morning, before breakfast, and every evening, before din
Holly Niemela
Nov 11, 20252 min read
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