NEWS AND EVENTS

24 July 2026

The AROA community returns for a second retreat at Simply Happy, finding space for silence, celebration and connection.

19 May 2026

How a retreat meant for stillness became a journey into connection, community, and new beginnings.

A reflective account of two weeks at Simply Happy, where expectations of solitude and meditation gave way to meaningful connections, shared experiences, and lasting friendships.

19 April 2026

Discover Penryn Maddrell’s journey to Simply Happy, where simplicity, community, and reflection open the door to lasting change.

12 November 2025

How Simply Happy can be about more than just a stay in a beautiful place.

8 August 2025

A spiritual retreat by the Spanish AROA Association brings together over 30 participants to celebrate unity and connection.

15 June 2025

A journey through our organic garden, where permaculture principles meet personal growth.

1 June 2025

Host your workshop or retreat in our beautiful mountain village, accommodating up to 30 guests.

1 May 2025

Ali Khan reflects on his visit to Simply Happy, the healing power of nature, water, and community.

21 October 2024

A guide to the towns and cultural highlights near Simply Happy in the Minho region of Northern Portugal.

23 September 2024

A personal account of arriving at Oucias and discovering the vision behind Simply Happy, a new non-dual village in Northern Portugal.

09/05/2027 - 15/05/2027

We often imagine that spiritual awakening lies somewhere beyond our everyday experience, in a different state, a special experience, or another reality altogether.