Portugal 2027

Tavira, Portugal

May 18–23, 2027 | Five Nights | 12 Guest Spots

Come alone. Find your people.

Imagine five nights in Portugal's beautiful eastern Algarve, surrounded by charming historic streets, beautiful beaches, wonderful food, and women who are just as excited about experiencing life as you are.

BLUSH is heading to Tavira, Portugal, for an intimate, personally hosted getaway that combines the freedom of solo travel with the connection of traveling together.

This isn't a trip where every hour is scheduled. We'll enjoy shared experiences, discover beautiful places, and leave plenty of time to explore independently, relax, or simply enjoy the moment.

Come knowing no one. Leave with new friendships and wonderful memories.

Your Hosts: Karen and Kathryn

I'll be hosting this experience alongside Kathryn Barnard, an American photographer who followed her dream of building a new life in Portugal.

Kathryn moved to Tavira in 2022 and has made the region her home. Her local knowledge, personal recommendations, and love for this beautiful part of Portugal will help us experience the Algarve in a more personal way.

A Special Afternoon at Kathryn's Private Quinta

One of the highlights of our trip will be an exclusive visit to Kathryn's beautiful six-acre property in the Portuguese countryside.

We'll spend a leisurely late afternoon enjoying the gardens, relaxing by the pool, and spending time together before gathering for an early dinner prepared by a private chef.

Optional massages may also be available.

This special experience, including the chef-prepared dinner, is included in your BLUSH Experience Fee.

Explore as Much or as Little as You Like

There will be opportunities to enjoy:

• Beautiful Algarve beaches and coastal scenery
• Tavira's cafés, markets, and historic streets
• Nearby villages and coastal excursions
• Nature walks and local discoveries
• A possible excursion across the border into Spain
• Leisurely meals and time with new friends
• Free time to explore independently

Kathryn will help us consider activities based on the interests of our group. Optional excursions will be individually paid.

Our detailed itinerary will be developed once our group is confirmed.

Where We'll Stay

We're considering the beautiful Pousada Convento Tavira, a historic hotel housed in a former convent in the heart of Tavira.

With its stone cloisters, peaceful courtyards, and historic architecture, it would provide a beautiful home base for our five-night stay.

Estimated hotel cost: €250–€300 per room, per night, or approximately €1,250–€1,500 for five nights in a private room.

Roommate options may be available for women interested in sharing.

Each traveler will reserve and pay for her own hotel room. Hotel selection, availability, operating dates, and rates are still being confirmed.

Your BLUSH Portugal Experience Fee

$1,500 USD per guest

Your experience fee includes:

• Personal hosting by Karen and Kathryn
• Trip planning and coordination
• Local guidance and recommendations
• Pre-trip support
• An exclusive afternoon at Kathryn's private quinta
• A private chef-prepared dinner at the quinta

Additional expenses:

Airfare, hotel accommodations, meals and drinks outside the included chef dinner, optional excursions, airport transfers unless included in final arrangements, massages, and personal expenses.

Preliminary planning estimates:

• Meals and drinks: €65–€105 per day
• Optional excursions: €130–€200 total
• Airport transfers: €20–€100
• Optional massages: Price to be confirmed

All estimates are subject to change as arrangements are finalized.

Getting to Portugal

We're exploring flight options from Boston and Newark, including possible nonstop service from Newark.

Each woman will purchase her own airfare and may choose the travel arrangements that work best for her.

Airport transfers will be coordinated once arrival details are confirmed.

And if you'd like to extend your adventure, Kathryn can share suggestions for visiting Lisbon, Porto, the Douro Valley, Sintra, or even Spain before heading home.

Reserving Your Spot

We're planning for 12 guests.

The proposed reservation structure is:

$500 deposit toward your $1,500 BLUSH Experience Fee.

$1,000 remaining balance due once all 12 spots are filled.

The trip will be confirmed when all guest spots are reserved and hotel arrangements are secured.

Deposits will be refundable if BLUSH cannot confirm the trip. Once confirmed, deposits will become nonrefundable under the written booking terms.

Online payments are not available yet. Reservation and payment instructions will be provided when booking opens.

Your Next Chapter Could Include Portugal

Five nights. Twelve women. Beautiful surroundings, meaningful connection, and the freedom to make the experience your own.

Come find your people in Portugal.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

We understand that plans can change. If you need to cancel your Savannah trip, the following refund policy applies to your BLUSH trip fee:

• 90 or more days before departure: 75% refund.
• 31–59 days before departure: 50% refund.
• 30 days or fewer before departure: No refund.

All cancellations must be submitted in writing. Hotel reservations are subject to the hotel's separate cancellation policy.

Travel insurance is strongly recommended to help protect against unexpected circumstances.

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