The favorite surfcamps of Bali and France arrive in Cantabria and Alicante
The story of dreamsea -sustainable designer glamping in impressive natural spaces where surfing and yoga are as invigorating as the healthy and organic menu of its restaurants- it has something of a return to Ithaca: three Spanish entrepreneurs who succeed in the world now expand their creed in our country, a creed that speaks of reconnecting with nature, with others and with ourselves (do not be afraid of asceticism or sacrifice: here you come to play: there is also wine and cocktails at sunset).
This is what DreamSea's surfing glamping complex looks like in Alicante
WELCOME HOME
Now it is possible to enjoy in Spain the favorite camps of surfers in France, Costa Rica, Portugal, Nicaragua, Bali and Sri Lanka , all run by the Spanish Daniel Oliver Taño, his cousin Ángel Luis Fernández and his friend Julián Eric Brandt . "In 2005 I had just finished INEF" -the first, CEO of dreamsea and responsible for the most creative part- “and during a trip to France I discovered the surfcamp concept that allows for community building, enjoying nature and playing sports, and I fell in love”.
DreamSea in Cantabria
This passionate about interior design and design decides to merge the idea with glamping (a trend then only incipient) and convinces his partners to create some revolutionary accommodations that will merge all of the above with a 'plus': “Our ‘coke formula’ it would be our ability to build community, because we want the stay in our glampings to be a special experience in the lives of those who stay with us, and that is why there is a human team contributing the best of themselves so that the people who visit us connect really".
Everything in detail
It is like a spiritual retreat without asceticism , like a party for everyone without victims, like a glam commune. Another essential ingredient in his formula is commitment to sustainability : “Wherever we operate, we try to work with vernacular architecture that already exists or imitate it as much as possible, so that our facilities adapt and blend in with the environment, for example, all the structures of our camp in Nicaragua are made by local builders that they have used local bamboo, called 'vegetable steel' because with good maintenance it lasts 30 years with a very low environmental impact and great resistance, even to earthquakes".
DreamSea: the favorite surfcamps of Bali and France arrive in Cantabria and Alicante
EUROPE IS DIFFERENT
The meteorological conditions they are the great handicap of their European camps, since they have to close in winter. But until it arrives, it is possible to sign up for these luxury camps for adults , either by reserving one or several single nights through booking , either contracting their weekly packages on their own website, the most recommended if you have time. “They are the most complete in terms of experience, because they include accommodation, full board and sports activities -those that come by default or those that you have configured to your interests- and leisure, such as the movie nights Oliver continues.
Watching your favorite movie on a huge blank canvas in a forest sounds pretty good, really. It is also quite convincing gastronomic part : “We try to be very consistent with nature and the Dreamsea concept itself, which is why an international chef designs week after week the varied menus of the camps using a lot of local product and being very strict with traceability”. There are carnivorous, vegetarian and vegan options, there are themed dinners and nods to the typical gastronomy of each country where they have a camp, there is an excellent wine list and an even better cocktail service...
DreamSea Cantabria stores
ALICANTE: MEDITERRANEAN LIFE
The last Edenic branch of Dreamsea is found in Benitatxell , right between Jávea and Moraira: “the Dreamsea Mediterranean Camp It is a curious experiment that we started when we found a favorable ground, next to Moraig cove ”, Daniel tells us.
Stand Up Paddle in Alicante
“In the absence of waves, we could not focus so much on surfing, that is why we have oriented it to the Mediterranean and to all the activities that it invites, such as Stand Up Paddle, snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, biking, or yoga ”. The aesthetics are outstanding: the private tents (whose design is inspired by the Bell Camps from 19th-century European military campaigns) are canvas-covered bamboo structures sitting on wooden platforms. "We look for the surprise factor: for example, suddenly, those who have made a kayak outing, we are waiting for them with a gourmet picnic with local products in a hidden cove that can only be accessed by water."
Dream Sea in Alicante
CANTABRIA
East glamping , operational since 2015, improves season after season. “ We are very close to Comillas, in Ruiloba , in a natural enclave, all very green”, explains Oliver. Its 25 private cabins are similar to those of Alicante . Its activities and its charm too. The difference lies in the Cantabrian waves: "we transport people to surf in a small bus every day to the Oyambre beach ”. In fact, being in full Natural Park namesake it is possible to ride a horse and enjoy acoustic concerts in the woods.
DreamSea in Cantabria
Details are also pampered in the Cantabrian camp: "Today we surprised a group that went out on a bike route with a picnic with a well set up table with products from the area , What anchovies from Santoña , we are always looking for that component of magic”, says goodbye to the CEO of Dreamsea. Never has a trade name been so accurately descriptive.
DreamSea in Cantabria