allsenses.events
Unplug, notice, and make room to breathe
Days on this small private island off Cadaqués are shaped around stepping out of online life and paying closer attention to what is around you. allsenses.events brings together meditation and creative exploration in a retreat setting where sea air, nature, shared meals, and unhurried time form part of the experience. The emphasis is less on a tightly defined spiritual system than on reconnecting with the senses, making room for personal discovery, and enjoying everyday pleasures at a gentler pace. The retreat is fully offline, giving the days welcome distance from notifications and habitual busyness. Meals are prepared with fresh, regional ingredients in collaboration with a local restaurant, with vegetarian and vegan options. There is also a pool. With meditation alongside creativity and wellbeing, this is a restorative change of scene for travelers drawn to nature and slow living rather than a strictly scheduled meditation course.
Highlights
- A completely offline retreat on a small private island
- Meditation combined with creative exploration
- Fresh, regional meals prepared with a local restaurant
- A pool within the island retreat setting
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Setting
A private island off the coast of Cadaqués gives the retreat its defining sense of separation from everyday routines. Sea air and the surrounding natural landscape set a slower pace, while the pool offers another place to pause between activities.
The practice
Meditation is part of a broader wellbeing and creativity retreat, rather than a program tied to a named tradition. For newcomers, it is a chance to make space for stillness and attention alongside creative activities and time in nature. Ask the organizer what meditation sessions involve and whether any experience is recommended.
A typical day
Daily rhythm varies by retreat, so there is no fixed wake-up or sitting schedule to assume. Meditation, creative time, meals made with fresh regional ingredients, and pauses to enjoy the island shape the experience. Confirm the exact timetable with the organizer before booking.
Accommodation
Lodging details are not published here. Ask the organizer about room types, capacity, and what is included in the retreat stay.
What to bring
Bring comfortable clothing for meditation and creative activities, plus sun protection for time outdoors. The annual average temperature is 17.2°C; summers are warm, while cooler months call for layers, and a light rain jacket can be useful in wetter seasons.
How to get there
A shared shuttle is organized on arrival and departure days from Barcelona Airport or Barcelona city to Cadaqués, with advance registration. You can also travel independently; Cadaqués is about a two-hour drive from Barcelona or 40 minutes from Girona Airport.
Nearest airport: Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport (PGF) (60 km)
Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport (PGF) is approximately 60 km from the center; arrange onward transport directly. A shared shuttle runs on arrival and departure days from Barcelona Airport or Barcelona city to Cadaqués, with advance registration.
Nearest city: Perpignan/Rivesaltes
Contact the organizer directly to confirm retreat dates, availability, and how to reserve.
Prices start at USD 150. Confirm the current retreat price and what it covers with the organizer.
Climate
Climate Zone: Temperate
Best Months: Jun, Aug, Sep
Avoid: Dec, Mar, Jul
The annual average temperature is 17.2°C, with the warmest months from June through August and cooler conditions in December through February. June, August, and September are typically driest, while December, March, and July are among the wettest.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the daily schedule like?
The retreat includes meditation and creative exploration, but the daily timetable varies. Ask the organizer for the schedule for your dates.
Do I need meditation experience to attend?
The retreat includes meditation, but no prior-experience requirement is stated. Ask the organizer whether a particular retreat is suitable for complete beginners.
What food is served, and are vegan meals possible?
Meals are balanced and prepared with fresh, regional ingredients in collaboration with a local restaurant. Vegetarian and vegan options are listed.
How can I get to the retreat from Barcelona?
A shared shuttle is organized on arrival and departure days from Barcelona Airport or Barcelona city to Cadaqués. Register in advance if you want to use it.
How do I book a place?
Contact the organizer directly to confirm dates, availability, and reservation steps.
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