Your next adventure starts here
Sleep in an extraordinary natural setting, from the volcanic landscapes of Iceland to the wetlands of Cádiz, the dunes of the Atacama Desert to the lush jungle of Samaná in the Dominican Republic
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1 wecamp Cádiz: a natural haven
A pine forest on a former cattle pasture near El Puerto de Santa María and Puerto Real is home to this innovative eco-resort that, beyond its exquisite design, proves that true sustainability is possible without sacrificing comfort. The complex, which offers a variety of lodges for families and couples, is energy self-sufficient and extends this vision to all its experiences, including the seasonal, locally sourced cuisine at its Verde Oliva restaurant.
Don’t miss: Participating in yoga classes, enjoying sunset concerts, sampling baskets of local produce and exploring the wetlands surrounding the resort.
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2 Dominican Tree House Village: an elevated stay
Since 2014, Dominican Tree House Village’s 22 cabins – located just two and a half hours from Santo Domingo – have made it possible to fulfil the dream of sleeping in a treehouse. The guests at the hotel on the Samaná peninsula – designed by US-born Bart Griffin – wake up to spectacular views of the valley along with the song of the birds living in it.
The agenda: There are yoga, Pilates, tai chi and dance classes, plus live music, zip lines over the forest and bikes for visiting nearby beaches and towns.
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3 Hotel Aire de Bardenas: out of this world
Holding more than 30 architectural and interior design awards, this extraordinary accommodation located next to Navarra’s Bardenas Reales Biosphere Reserve allows visitors to breathe in the amazing landscape from the windows of their cuboid rooms or tented ‘bubbles’
Scene setting: Guests can enjoy a route with a specialist guide introducing them to the geology, fauna and flora of Bardenas Reales.
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4 Tierra Atacama: a commanding presence
In the Atacama Desert, in northern Chile, this hotel is a model of sustainability among sand dunes, thermal waters, canyons and geysers. Facing the imposing Licancabur stratovolcano, its impeccable design features handwoven blankets and Toconao volcanic rock sculptures.
Magical place: 400 pre-Hispanic ceramic pieces found prior to construction can be viewed in the RP Gustavo le Paige Archaeological Museum in the town.
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5 Aurora Igloo: room with a view
Aurora Igloo’s glass domes, measuring up to 18sqm, are set in two remarkable Icelandic locations: the landscapes of Hella, a village 100km from Reykjavík, and the surroundings of Hvammstangi, a remote northern town offering exceptional conditions for stargazing and viewing the northern lights.
Stay warm: Enjoy the softness and warmth of Icelandic blankets made with local sheep lopi wool.