Just a bit before our collaboration during our second Coliving Spain project initiative in the late fall of 2022, Pitaya Coliving had just opened its doors. We had the opportunity to be one of the first groups to ever experience this vibrant community in the capital of Lanzarote, so we were more than excited to come back after almost 4 years and see how it evolved.

With the interview below, we hope to show you how collaborative, honest, and intentional Pitaya’s community has grown to be (as it has been from the beginning, actually), as a direct mirror of its operator, Laura.

Being here for the second time, observing, but also listening to the story of Pitaya’s journey so far makes questioning what makes a good coliving silly – it’s the intention, the art of the community, and the love for what is being created – and Pitaya has it all.

Four years later – new stories with the same vision

“The greatness of a man is not in how much wealth he acquires, but in his integrity and his ability to affect those around him positively.”

-Bob Marley

1. Last month, Pitaya Coliving marked its 4th anniversary. Can you tell us a bit more about
how you celebrated it??

Laura: It was actually amazing. We felt this milestone was a really important one, so we decided to celebrate it with a big party.

We also used the opportunity of our 4th anniversary to launch Pitaya merchandise for the first time. We invited an amazing artist to the coliving and worked together on a design for different pieces, including T-shirts, jumpers, hats, and tote bags. We presented the merchandise during the party, which made the celebration feel even more special.

2. What achievements, big or small, brought you the most joy in these 4 years?

Laura: I would say the biggest achievement, and the thing that brings me the most joy from running Pitaya Coliving, is the possibility of bringing something meaningful to people’s lives.

For me, it is about being able to make people happy and to create a place where they can come and feel safe, calm, and supported. A place where they can find new friendships, discover a new culture, experience a different way of living, and simply be in a peaceful environment.

Over the years, we have welcomed people who were going through very different stages in life. Some came to Pitaya after a breakup, some during a difficult moment, some while changing jobs, and others at a time when they were still figuring themselves out. Being able to support them through those moments, even in a small way, is what gives me the most joy.

Creating a space where people feel happier, more connected, and more at home is definitely what makes me proudest.

3. As an operator, do you have a specific day that you will never forget (good or bad) – perhaps a hard day that taught you a lesson, or an extraordinary, unexpected, or delightful situation in the coliving that will be forever engraved into your memories?

Laura: There are a few things that come to mind when I read this question.

The first one is not one specific day, but a moment that has happened many times over the years: when someone who has been really special to Pitaya leaves. Some people become part of the place in a way that is hard to describe. When they leave, I always have this double feeling.

On one hand, I feel very lucky that we had that person at Pitaya, and I know that their contribution will stay with us forever. On the other hand, it is also very sad, because they are leaving and you never really know when, or if, you will see them again. It is a very happy and sad moment at the same time.

What is funny is that, even after four years, this feeling has not changed. It is not something you simply get used to. You still miss people a lot when they leave.

And then, of course, the opposite feeling happens when people come back. That is honestly one of the most beautiful things. When someone returns to Pitaya, you know they are coming back because they really enjoyed the experience and because they know what to expect. It makes me incredibly happy.

But if I had to choose one very specific moment that I will never forget, it would be connected to my family, because my husband and my children are also part of this project in their own way.

When I was about to give birth to my second child, my son Diego, I was actually working at Pitaya. I was having a meeting with Ale, our community and house manager. We were sitting together in the coworking space, having a catch-up, when suddenly my water broke, and I realized that labour had started.

So my son Diego basically decided to start coming into the world while I was at Pitaya. Ale and I will never forget that moment, when I suddenly had to leave the meeting and go to the hospital because my son was about to be born.

It was unexpected, funny, intense, and very special. Definitely a Pitaya memory that will stay with me forever.

4. With the experience you have today, what piece of advice would you give to someone who is opening a coliving for the first time today?

Laura: I would say: go for it, enjoy the experience, and let others help you create the space.

When I opened Pitaya, I thought I would have to do everything on my own. But very quickly, I realized that people were extremely happy to co-create and help develop the project. Even today, after four years of running the coliving, I still co-create with our guests.

Whenever I want to do something new, I ask them for their ideas, their help, and their participation. And I always get the same reaction: people are happy to help. They are happy to be part of it, to contribute, and to collaborate.

At the end of the day, they are the ones enjoying the facilities, the community, and the activities, so it makes sense that they want to be part of shaping the experience too.

So my advice would be to allow your guests, your friends, and the people around you to help you. Coliving is a very collaborative sector and a very collaborative business, and I think we should make the most of that.

When you are building a project like this, it can feel very big if you think you are doing it alone. But you are never really on your own — you are always surrounded by a community.

5. In the coliving space, the most important question seems to be what makes a coliving successful. In your 4 years of operations, what would you say was the most important thing for Pitaya (e.g. the space, the community, the activities, something else)?

Laura: The community, 100%. No question. For me, that is the most important thing in a coliving.

Of course, the space matters. The activities matter. The surroundings matter, and so do the opportunities that the city or town around you can offer. The group of people who happen to be there at the same time also plays a big role.

But the most important thing is to create a strong, committed, and happy community. That is the key to a good coliving.

It requires a lot of work and intention. You need to actively manage the community, take care of people, encourage them to look after each other, and make sure residents feel involved and part of something. It is important to have a programme, a structure, and a well-thought-out approach to community building.

At the same time, it is just as important to give residents the space to create and enhance that community themselves. The community should not only come from the operator; it should also grow naturally from the people who are living the experience.

Over the years, what I have learned from our residents and colivers is that the people they meet are what they remember the most. More than the room, the activities, or even the island, what stays with them is the group, the friendships, and the feeling of belonging they experienced at Pitaya.

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They say the first year is the most dynamic, and we appreciate that we were there to hear about it while it was still fresh. Raquel was just getting comfortable and settling into her new role as a coliving owner and operator, and the coliving scene was blooming, especially in the Canaries.

For us, Coliving 1907 would introduce Las Palmas and Gran Canaria to us, a place we’d later return to so many times, so we naturally had it on our list to come back to this beautiful historic house in the old town of Las Palmas for so long.

Well, we thought that 2026 was the perfect year to do so, especially because Coliving 1907 will celebrate its 5th birthday🎂🥳

There had been so many learnings from that first year that Raquel told us in 2022 so many learnings from that first year that Raquel told us in 2022, but what are they now, almost 5 years after opening?

Read it in our catch-up interview with Raquel below!

Celebrating 5th Anniversary

“Milestones make the targets achievable.”

-Harjeet Khanduja

1. Coliving 1907 is approaching its 5th anniversary this November. Now when you reflect on what’s behind you, how would you summarize the first five years in three words?

Raquel: People, Learning & Experiences.

2. What would you say are the main differences in operating a coliving space today and back when you opened? Has it become easier for you as an operator, and would you say the reality of operations is different to what you imagined they would be in your first year?

Raquel: When I first opened the co-living space, everything was much newer. There weren’t many precedents or a clearly defined concept, so a large part of the work involved trial and error, fine-tuning, and really understanding what the co-livers needed.

Today, however, co-living is much more established: theres more choice and a clearer guest profile. That forces you to be more strategic, pay much closer attention to detail and stand out not just through the space, but through the experience.

As a manager, Id say that experience gives you perspective and allows you to anticipate many situations. But at the same time, expectations have risen: guests compare more, value more aspects and expect a very carefully curated experience.

The day-to-day reality is different from what I imagined in the first year. I thought more about the visible aspects, such as the community, the connections and the experience, and less about everything behind the scenes: emotional management, logistics, social media. And, above all, the constant energy required to maintain a space like this.

3. What achievements, big or small, brought you the most joy in these 5 years?

Raquel: What has made me happiest over the past five years have been the achievements that can’t always be measured. Seeing how people who arrived without knowing each other end up forming genuine bonds, including working on projects together or forming friendships that last over time. Thats something that makes me very happy.

Also those little everyday moments: an unexpected chat in the kitchen, someone staying a bit longer because they feel at home, or a review that doesnt just talk about the space, but about how they’ve felt here. Thats when you know that what youre creating makes sense.

And, without a doubt, one of the greatest achievements is looking back and seeing that, almost five years on, the project is not only still going strong, but has evolved, grown stronger and continues to make an impact on the people who pass through it.

4. Whats one hack (a thing or an approach) that you’ve seen that worked for other colivings but didnt work for yours? (e.g. a certain activity or collaboration method, or an operational approach like hiring an external operator, etc.)

Raquel: Trying to over-structure community life: rigid schedules of activities, compulsory group dynamics or a constant stream of social events.

On paper, it makes a lot of sense, because it facilitates interaction and ensures movement within the space. But in my experience, what really works here is exactly the opposite: leaving space for connections to emerge more naturally.

Whats more, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has a large community of digital nomads. There are activities every day and something for everyone.

5. In the past 5 years, was there a day that you will never forget (good or bad) – perhaps a hard day that taught you a lesson, or an extraordinary unexpected or delightful situation in the coliving that will be forever engraved into your memories? (think of a mishap, a special event like celebration or a surprise, a misunderstanding, or just an operational chaos).

Raquel: It was one of those days when several things went wrong at once: minor glitches and last-minute changes. In short, a certain sense of chaos. Luckily, far from causing tension, people began to adapt naturally.

That day taught me something important: a co-living space isn’t defined by everything running perfectly, but by how people respond when it doesnt. Through experience, Ive come to understand that its not about having absolute control, but about being quick to find solutions.

6. You’ve opened the doors of Coliving 1907 in the midst of the remote work and digital nomad boom. Now that that period has calmed, do you see a change in the digital nomad trend, specifically, do you see the difference in your target audience? Has the profile of travelers changed at all, or the remote work is still booming, and have you noticed any changes on the traveling trends and how long people tend to stay in one place?

Raquel: When we launched, we were right in the midst of the remote working boom, during a period of rapid expansion when everything seemed possible and there was a widespread sense that I can work from anywhere in the world without limits.

Remote working hasn’t disappeared, but it has become more structured. Many companies have moved to hybrid models or ones with greater oversight, and that has slightly altered the behaviour of digital nomads. It is no longer so much about constantly moving around, but about finding a balance between work, life and stability.

More and more people prefer to stay in one place for between 3 and 6 months so they can work better, establish a routine and truly connect with their surroundings. We have also noticed this in co-living, where stays tend to be longer and less impulsive.

The profile has also changed. Previously, younger profiles predominated, very much geared towards adventure and constant movement. Now we see a more diverse community: established professionals, people working remotely for companies (not just freelancers), including couples or people seeking something more stable and sustainable over time.

In short, I wouldn’t say the phenomenon has declined, but rather that it has evolved into something more conscious, more stable and, in a way, more in line with what co-living can truly offer.

7. With the experience you have today, what piece of advice would you give to someone who is opening a coliving for the first time today?

Raquel: Define your target audience clearly. Dont try to appeal to everyone. The clearer your profile is, the easier it will be to create a consistent experience.

Take care when selecting residents. Its not about filling places, but about ensuring people get on with one another. A poor living environment can affect the whole group. Establish a culture from the outset. You set the tone: rules, communication, values. This comes across in every detail.

Spend time in the space at the beginning. Youll understand your residents better, spot areas for improvement and be able to tweak the model as you go along.

Dont just think like a property manager; think like a host. Youre creating a place where people live, work and connect.

8. In the coliving space, the most important question seems to be what makes a coliving successful. In your 5 years of operations, what would you say to that – is it the community, the space design, how you approach remote work, your location, or something else? Is there a blueprint at all?

Raquel: The design of the space. Its not just about it looking nice, but about it being designed to encourage interaction in lively communal areas whilst also allowing for privacy when needed.

Location is very important. Coliving 1907 is situated in the city centre, in a neighbourhood right at the heart of the citys historic, cultural, commercial and gastronomic centre, with a wonderful atmosphere. As it is not a tourist area, it is the best option for living and experiencing the true Canarian spirit.

In my opinion, it is essential to pay attention to detail and offer a personalised service that caters to each persons individual needs.

What Future Brings for Coliving 1907

“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”

-Helen Keller

9. And lastly, looking ahead, how do you see Coliving 1907 in the next 5 years? Do you have any specific goals in mind that you would like to achieve?

Raquel: Id like Coliving 1907 to remain, five years from now, a place where people connect, grow and keep coming back. A hub for the community.

A space with a strong personality, offering something unique where the experience is just as carefully curated as the accommodation.

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Famous Cactus Coliving from Tenerife received a younger sibling in its smaller neighbor La Gomera.

When Maria, Cactus Coliving’s owner invited us to check out the new space, we were very excited to see 2 things we already knew well from completely different perspectives – 

1. La Gomera (the island we visited 2 years ago collaborating with a pop-up coliving organized by Awid Aman)
2. Cactus Coliving – one of the first colivings we visited when we started our coliving journey, back in 2022.

After more than 2 weeks in Cactus La Gomera – we are leaving full of impressions and definitely with another perspective.

Discover how it went!

Cactus’s new Location: San Sebastián de La Gomera

First of all, we want to say that we completely understand why Maria decided to open her second location here. 

With its charming city and port, and amazing volcanic beaches just a 5-minute walk from the house, it’s an ideal spot. It’s also convenient to reach, as it’s less than a 1-hour ferry ride from Tenerife South.

While La Gomera offers a nice opportunity for everyone to relax and slow down, which is a common motivation for people choosing this island, we were pleasantly surprised by San Sebastian.

Despite its small size, it’s surprisingly full of life!

Of course, the community we met through Cactus also made that life a bit brighter. 

But first, let’s tell you more about the coliving. 

The Cactus House

History

The new Cactus house is a former hostel created in a building of a former school. The photos cannot really capture its charm and how fun and whimsical all the corners of the house are. 

While it’s a bit sad that its charm cannot be fully seen through videos or photographs, it also gives you a special gift when you arrive, as this space becomes a treasure only those who share it truly see it. 

There are traces of the house’s “past lives” all over the place – the practicality and organization of a hostel, and a shelter-like ambiance of a school. 

We believe all places and buildings carry their history forever, and we’d like to think that the energy that has been created throughout the years of this building’s existence is still around, helping the coliving blossom in its purpose. 

A school left behind the energy of knowledge, deep connections, community, and learning about the world, and the hostel left its own energy full of adventure, exploration, and courage that follows the travelers. If you think about it – mixed together, those two energies are exactly what makes a coliving. 🙂

And maybe this is one of the reasons why this house makes so much sense. 

Space

As we said, it’s hard to imagine this interesting building, and we’ll leave that magic to your imagination – at least until you arrive and see for yourself, but what we can share is the functionality aspect of the space.

The one-story house is quite spacious and actually one of the largest coliving spaces we’ve been to. With 14 rooms in total, including both private and shared ones, it can accommodate more than 25 people at its full capacity.

Because of its corners, hallways, and different rooms, the coliving space offers a good balance of private and common areas with most of the common areas being located on the ground floor, including the coworking space, kitchen, living room, and the garden, so the top floor is relatively isolated from daily activities.

Top floor and private areas

This is not the first coliving we’ve been to that has this setup of a top floor being secluded from the common areas, but it has only confirmed once again that it is definitely one of the setups we like the most.

In a place such as a coliving, designed for mid to long stays, having an isolated “bedroom” area is extremely valuable when living with a group as you can pick your level of social engagement by choosing one location over another. 

In Cactus La Gomera, the upper floor does not only offer privacy and seclusion from the common areas, but the old school’s long and narrow hallways that take up the most space on the top floor don’t really encourage long chit-chats in it, which further creates the balance of privacy and social life and amplifies the purpose of common areas on the ground floor.

Furthermore, the long hallway is blessed with windows all along the yard side, which allows an easy way to peek out and check if there are people outside and join if you feel like it. 

Additionally, the house is equipped with numerous bathrooms, making it practically impossible to experience overcrowding. Most of them are located all the way down the hallway on the top floor, leaving a lot of privacy for people to use them. 

On the top floor, you will also find the washer and the drying balcony, as well as one tiny coworking section and the Skype room. But let’s talk about the working areas in the next part. 

Working in Cactus

Needless to say, coworking and working areas are a crucial part of any coliving space. This is especially true for coliving spaces that are located in rural areas or cities that are not very digital nomad-friendly. 

When the town or a city has a bunch of cafes to work from or even some external coworking spaces, the colivings can leverage those spaces and create a relationship between them and their colivers, giving colivers places to work from undisturbed outside the house.

But, if the location does not really have suitable working spaces around, then a coliving needs to provide this space. 

Luckily, this is not Maria’s first coliving space, and she certainly spent a lot of thought and care on the coworking areas both in her Tenerife place and in this one in La Gomera.

Cactus Tenerife definitely has 2 of the best coworking spaces integrated in a coliving that we have seen (yes, they have 2 very spacious coworking spaces inside the house), but Cactus La Gomera is also not far behind. 

The working and coworking spots

Although smaller than the Tenerife one, the main coworking space in Cactus La Gomera easily accommodates 10-12 people and also offers the use of external monitors for an additional fee (2€/day).

The space is also conveniently located on the ground floor in a garden room, so it allows an easy switch from working inside to working outside and vice-versa.

There is also an additional coworking desk on the top floor for those who are looking for more privacy, and if that is not private enough for you, you can always work from your bedroom since each room is equipped with an ensuite desk, or book a Skype room for your calls and meetings. 

Besides the main coworking area, of course, you will find many work-friendly spots around the house. And of course, with the Canarian weather, the yard is reasonably one of the favorite spots for everything – working as well. 

There are 3 different tables (smaller or bigger, in the shade, or the sun), a hammock, and 8 lazy bags that people can choose to work from (which they typically do). 

The beloved garden (yard)

The yard is definitely the heart of Cactus La Gomera. It is shaded by two large mango trees, providing perfect cover during hot hours.

With many different corners, it’s where most people spend their days, whether working in one of the spots or simply enjoying the sun, relaxing in the hammock, or reading a book in the bean bag.

This is also the place where Cactus hosts family dinners.

When the time came, every Wednesday, we would put the tables together at the center of the garden, decorate, bring out the wine, and turn on the tiny yellow lamps to make an ambiance. Then we would sit all together to have dinner, enjoying the lovely La Gomerian nights.

Of course, some nights, it would be windy, but the garden is so much loved, that people would just put on their sweatshirts and still sit around and chit-chat. 

Like the one in Tenerife, this Cactus also has a ping-pong table that’s always shaded, providing a great mid-work activity to boost your energy a bit. 🙂 

Cactus La Gomera Team

The Cactus team in La Gomera is a special one. As Maria is on a different island, her visits cannot be as usual as in Cactus Tenerife. But that is not a problem, since, like in Cactus Tenerife, there is a great team who takes care of the house and the community. 

In this coliving, you will meet Rebeca – the community manager of Cactus La Gomera, and her team of 3 volunteers who are there to take care of the day-to-day.

But – who is Rebeca?

Let’s meet her. 🙂

Local Host: Rebeca

Rebeca is originally from Galicia, but in the eyes of locals, she has already proven herself as one of their own. After years of living in La Gomera, Rebeca definitely found a part of her soul there. She is not only living a life there but sharing her passion for the island with those who come to visit. Working as a tour guide for the island, she’s the best person to tell you all its secrets. 

We actually met Rebeca 2 years ago during our last visit to the island and yes – she was our tour guide. Her passion, dedication, and positive energy shine and infect those around her. 

So when we found out that Maria chose her to be the host of her new La Gomera experience, it absolutely made sense to us.

Even though she doesn’t live in the new Cactus house, she is there for all the important activities and is always ready to share new pieces of La Gomera’s culture and history with anyone whom she crosses paths with. 

We learned so much from her. For example, on the first day of our stay, we had the opportunity to learn how to make traditional La Gomerian soup, as well as the most popular Canarian dishes, mojo rojo and mojo verde in a workshop that she led.

We also learned a lot about the Laurel woods in La Gomera, the story of Gara and Jonay, the reason why Germans love this island so much, and the peculiar whistling language of La Gomerians. 

With all that said, with the energy she has, the passion for this island, and the knowledge she loves to share, Rebeca really seems like the perfect fit for a first coliving space in San Sebastian de La Gomera. 

Volunteers

Other than Rebeca, you will always find 2 to 3 volunteers who are living in the Cactus house, taking care of the space, and making sure your stay is good. 

During our time there, we met some amazing girls who were working as volunteers at the time. 

We met Maryam – a volunteer who has been with Cactus La Gomera from the start. She was there to witness all the changes and challenges of opening a coliving space and grew to be a very big part of it. 

We met Sara – an ambitious Italian girl with a passion for sustainability and nature conservation, with whom we shared a lot of great talks and will definitely stay in touch. 

And we met Marissa – a quirky adventurous girl full of soul who brings the party with her wherever she goes. Even though she came a bit after us and has only been in Cactus for a few weeks, she will definitely grow into the heart of the community very soon. 

Activities

As with every coliving, Cactus La Gomera is slowly building its signature activities but that will take some time. 

Of course, recurring weekly activities are always there, such as daily yoga (usually organized by Cactus volunteers), family dinners, and Monday pancakes, and there is a lot of space for organic activities hand-picked by current colivers.

During our stay, in addition to regular activities, some things we had the opportunity to experience were drone flying lessons organized by one of the colivers, Michael, the mojo workshop that we already mentioned, and a few movie nights and family dinners outside the house that were fan favorites.

Of course, we also lead our own skillshare on SEO. 🙂

We cannot wait to see in which direction Cactus La Gomera will develop and what unique activities will become its signature ones. 

The community we found in Cactus La Gomera

Lastly, during our stay, we had the opportunity to meet some amazing people. Despite April being a slower season in La Gomera, there were around 8-12 people (including volunteers) at the house.

The community comprised digital nomads, long-term travelers, La Gomera enthusiasts (mostly Germans – as expected 😀), and individuals who had already experienced the original Cactus location in Tenerife South and wanted to check out the new space.

Most people we met stayed between 2 weeks and one month, while volunteers tended to stay for up to 3 months. Many of them were working remotely, but all were passionate about exploring new places and sharing a bit of time in their lives with other like-minded individuals. 🙂

We encourage you to check out the new Cactus place yourself. There is something beautiful about visiting a young coliving space as there is always space to leave your mark behind. We bet you will fall in love with the tranquility of the island and find a bit more time to get to know yourself in the slow-paced environment.

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Today, we are bringing you a new chapter of Maria’s journey as she opens a new Cactus Coliving experience on another Canary Island – La Gomera.

Join us as we jump into Maria’s decision-making process and discover why she believes San Sebastian is the perfect location for the second house of the Cactus Coliving brand.

Enjoy!

Embracing a New Chapter

“Milestones make the targets achievable.”

-Harjeet Khanduja

1. Congratulations on the opening of your new coliving space in La Gomera! Could you share the inspiration behind this new venture?

Maria: The idea for our coliving space in La Gomera came about when my parents visited the island for a day trip on August 5th, 2023. They stumbled upon a charming old house that was managed as a hostel at that moment.

It was about to be closed down by its current management, who were moving operations to another island. Knowing that many of our clients at Cactus Coliving Tenerife had shown interest in visiting La Gomera, and realizing the potential of the location, I went to check out the hostel and the surrounding area the following week.

Falling in love with the house’s Canarian style (for those of you who know me, you know that I have a great weakness for Canarian architecture 😍) and its close proximity to the beach, just 5 min walk to a nice volcanic black sand beach, we decided to take the opportunity and make it happen.

2. Two years ago, we had an amazing time at your original coliving space in Arona (Tenerife). How has your experience with the original space influenced the design and concept of the new space in La Gomera?

Maria: Well, drawing from the knowledge I gained during my studies at Les Roches and my three years of operating Cactus Coliving Tenerife, I’ve learned a lot that has directly informed the design of Cactus Coliving La Gomera.

As you know, the heart of any coliving space is the kitchen. With this in mind, I dedicated significant effort to creating a spacious and well-equipped kitchen in our La Gomera location.

It features two cooking stations, two sinks, and ample storage to ensure that our guests have a comfortable and convenient culinary experience.

Another crucial aspect is fostering a sense of community. To facilitate this, we’ve brought on board Rebeca as our community manager for La Gomera.

She’ll be the main point of contact for guests, ensuring that everyone has the best possible workation experience on our beautiful island.

Given that many of our clients prioritize remote work from Monday to Friday, we’ve also designated a specific area for work.

Here, guests will find large tables, ergonomic chairs, and the option to rent monitors, among other amenities, to support their productivity during their stay.

3. What unique features or amenities can guests expect at your new location in La Gomera?

Maria: Our new location in La Gomera offers several unique features and amenities that promise an exceptional experience for our guests.

Firstly, we’re just a 5-minute walk away from a stunning black sand beach, providing easy access to leisure and relaxation by the sea.

Additionally, our coliving space is strategically situated in the heart of San Sebastian de La Gomera, offering guests convenient proximity to a variety of amenities such as restaurants, supermarkets, a farmers market, and beautiful parks, all within walking distance.

Moreover, our location is only a 10-minute walk from the port, making travel to and from Tenerife incredibly convenient. With a quick 45-minute boat trip, guests can easily access our coliving space from Tenerife, enhancing

4. You’re known for your commitment to the local community in Arona (Tenerife), from monthly cleanups to other initiatives. How do you plan to incorporate that into the guest experience at your new coliving space in San Sebastian (La Gomera)?

Maria: We keep our commitment to the local community into the colivers experience at our new coliving space in San Sebastian de La Gomera.

We offer workshops where colivers can learn about unique aspects of local culture, such as the traditional use of whistling as a language among locals.

Additionally, we’re partnering with local organizations for clean-up initiatives, providing colivers with opportunities to contribute to the island’s preservation.

We’re also hosting workshops on making mojo, a popular Canarian sauce, to give colivers a taste of local cuisine.

These activities aim to offer a meaningful connection to the community and culture of La Gomera during their stay.

5. Now that you have two spaces (the original one in Tenerife and the new one in La Gomera), do you see guests interacting between these locations? Is it common for guests to visit both, and is there any promotion for those interested in trying both spaces?

Maria: A good number of our colivers like the chance to visit both Tenerife and La Gomera. They know they can rely on Cactus Coliving for solid internet and a good place to work at either site. So, it’s pretty common for guests to move between the two during their stay.

Plus, to encourage colivers to try out both places, we throw in an extra 5% discount for those who do.

What Future Brings for Cactus Coliving

“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”

-Helen Keller

6. Now, with this significant milestone achieved, what are your hopes and ambitions for the future of Cactus Coliving, both in 2024 and beyond?

Maria: We’re committed to encouraging our colivers to make a positive social impact wherever they go.

Currently, we’re working on several projects, such as our charity Animal Month initiative, where we support a horse rescue to raise funds for more animals in need.

Additionally, we’ve recently partnered with the Canary Green organization to kickstart beach clean-ups in Tenerife for 2024.

Our goal is for each of our colivers to find ways to support our islands and local communities, contributing to a brighter future for the Canary Islands.

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We had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Lavinia, the founder of The Offsite, who has hosted 13 coliving pop-ups since 2020.

We discussed how it all began, the key elements, the participants, and why Fuerteventura is one of her favorite pop-up destinations.

Enjoy reading!

Beginnings

“Not all those who wander are lost.”

-J.R.R. Tolkien

1. Could you share more about yourself and what led to the start of The Offsite?

Lavinia: I’ve always loved traveling and organizing events for my friends – so it’s no surprise to anyone that I’m hosting trips now and building a community!

The idea started with two friends when we decided to go and work from Lisbon during the pandemic. We invited all our friends to join us! What started as a two-week trip ended up being a five-week one, with twelve of us enjoying the late autumn sun in Portugal!

It was a blast and I decided that I loved coliving and wanted to do more of it ☺

2. While developing The Offsite experience, were there specific influences or inspirations that shaped your approach and led to the creation of the experience you offer today?

Lavinia: I see the Offsite experiences being very well-rounded; there’s surfing but it’s not exclusively about surfing, same with yoga, same with spirituality stuff (such as cacao circles or breathworks).

In the same way, hostels are very good for people who travel alone, I wanted that experience but for people who are working, maybe a bit older, and not mostly there to party.

I’d say I was inspired by many concepts out there and picked and chose what I liked in each to create my very own unique offering.

3. The Offsite pop-ups always have interesting locations. What’s the process of choosing these places?

Lavinia: They are mostly based around surfing, with a good community for digital nomads!

4. This year you are returning to Fuerteventura for the third time since you started hosting The Offsite pop-ups. What’s the story that led to this tradition?

Lavinia: We just love that island! The combined two months spent there have been so good that I have never even explored the other Canary Islands.

For me, Fuerte is still so beautiful and untouched while still offering a good community of digital nomads, surfers, and freedom seekers.

The nature is breathtaking, the surf is great and it’s always sunny and warm – What not to like?

5. What sets The Offsite apart from other pop-up experiences? What would you consider your signature or unique offering?

Lavinia: I haven’t attended many other experiences, but I think The Offsite is really special as it allows everyone to be exactly who they want to be, we’re all so unique, no one’s the same age, nationality, or background.

As mentioned above, we offer different activities from surfing to breathwork to ice baths and nights out – it makes the experience very well-rounded! We do everything together from morning to evening, and that makes us all become super super close – I think that’s definitely one of Offsite’s strong attributes!

Management

“Unity is strength division is weakness.”

-Swahili proverb

6. To what extent are you involved in the community and day-to-day activities?

Lavinia: I’m fully immersed in it!! We do everything together; from the moment I pick them up at the airport when they arrive till I drop them off when they leave, I do everything in between with everyone ☺

7. What types of activities are offered to guest during their stay at your pop-ups, and what’s your approach to organizing them?

Lavinia: There’s usually always one weekly surf and yoga class included as well as a welcome BBQ night.

The rest of the week is co-created as a group, but I always make sure I research all activities the location has to offer and come up with daily suggestions – in Fuerteventura, we have gone on volcano sunrise and sunset hikes, on party boat trips, kite surfing, we’ve attended a full moon meditation in the dunes, a breathwork session followed by an ice bath & a karaoke night in town, just to mention a few!

Visitors

“Strength lies in differences, not in similarities”

-Stephen R. Covey

8. What is the typical profile of The Offsite guests?

Lavinia: No typical profile type! The most common age range is 25-35, but we’ve had as young as 19 and as old as 44.

Occupation and nationality vary so much. Everyone is open-minded and ready to make new friends!

9. What do you believe attracts individuals to The Offsite pop-ups? What is the most common motivation for people choosing to stay with you?

Lavinia: I think people choose to join an Offsite because they know they will be genuinely taken care of and that they will be able to be part of such a great loving community!

Many Offsiters join again to be with the same friends they’ve made on past Offsites! It’s like a little tribe meeting up on different corners of the world a few times per year!

I’ve also heard from Offsiters that they are pushing themselves out of their comfort zones by joining; it might be the first time they travel alone, or they’ve never joined a coliving before, or never tried surfing, and want to try something new – so being out of their comfort zone but in a very safe place would be another element to people joining ☺

10. What do you think is the ideal length of stay to fully emerge in the community and experience at your place?

Lavinia: I think one week is great you really do connect deeply with everyone but then of course, if you’re able to stay longer you’ll see even more of the location and meet new faces on different weeks and connect even deeper with the ones that are staying the full length of the trip!

About Coliving Movement & Future

“Every new friend is a new adventure… …the start of more memories”

-Patrick Lindsay

11. Do you believe this kind of experience is exclusively tailored for certain groups like freelancers, digital nomads, and remote workers, or do you see it expanding to a broader audience?

Lavinia: Not at all, I’ve had people from all kinds of work backgrounds join.

Many people are not necessarily digital nomads, many joiners are actually not nomads and sometimes don’t even work fully from home but ask their bosses to be able to do so for a week in order to join us. We’ve had students that decide to come and revise or write their thesis with us.

On top of that, I am now also running some “offsite offs”; travel offsites where we don’t work – for people who are not allowed to work remotely at all but have always wanted to experience the Offsite magic.

12. One of the main selling points of colivings is the possibility to meet new people, share experiences, and maybe even develop new partnerships. Is this something you also had in mind with The Offsite?

Lavinia: We’ve had all of that – some people have found new job opportunities and a lot of friendships have been made of course! Many Offsiters have met up around the world in each other’s cities/homes.

13. Lastly, how do you see The Offsite experience developing in the next few years? Do you have a vision of what it will grow into or some aspirations and goals that you’ve set for it?

Lavinia: I want to have fixed houses while continuing the pop-up ones in more remote places.

I want to cover more countries and have different non-working experiences like Offsite in a van, Offsite with no phones, and Offsite on a desertic island – many plans to be excited about!

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As you might know, for this initiative, we decided to take it slow and visit only two coliving spaces that were just starting their coliving journey. Still, we chose two completely different colivings to show you different sides of this movement – and we think we chose them perfectly. 

After Madrid and a month of balancing between the metropolitan and suburban life, taking in the best of both worlds, we flew right into the center of digital nomads in Canaria, to continue taking the best of both worlds – the world of digital nomads and the local community we found ourselves in. 

If you haven’t checked the article we wrote after the first coliving from this initiative – Coliving Madrid – we invite you to do that, and if you did, let’s get right into our month half stay in Eco Isleta Coliving, the first sustainable coliving in La Isleta, Las Palmas.

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Las Palmas – The Canarian Capital of Digital Nomads and Remote Workers

Eco Isleta’s convenient location in one of Europe’s leading digital nomad hubs makes it a promising place to find community and connect with others. 

Like all big cities, with around 400 thousand people, Las Palmas is a colorful and lively place where you will not lack the opportunity to meet new people. 

However, Las Palmas is not just another city on an island or just another European metropolitan. Las Palmas is a European capital dressed in a coastal paradise on an archipelago deep in the Atlantic Ocean, which perfectly merges three completely different groups of people – the locals who love the city in a way only islanders do, the tourists who love good food, crisp water, and sipping cocktails on the beach, and digital nomads who seek adventure, community, and modern infrastructures.

Somehow, Las Palmas answers the needs of all these three groups, letting them cohabitate and enrich each other’s lives. 

The city can be as wild or as shy as you want it, as international or as local as you want it, and as busy or as calm as you want it. Sometimes, it seems like three cities in one. And even though it is not as big, it does stretch along the coast, allowing it to have distinct areas that all carry individual vibes. 

To live in the old town is quite different than to live close to the city beach, which gives its visitors and residents a choice based on what they’re looking for. 

In Eco Isleta’s case, the location is right there in the epicenter of the digital nomad activity – in the upper part of the city called La Isleta – a neigborhood equipped with all you need, full of live and happenings, but also rich in quit corners.

What is interesting is thatm even though this area is extremely popular with digital nomads and even tourists due to its proximity to the city beach, it is still a very local neighborhood that takes great pride in its people and traditions.

Eco Isleta Brand

Eco Isleta is not only a coliving but rather a sustainability brand and ecosystem owned and operated by Jonatan and Rita, a local couple who spent their whole lives in the neighborhood. 

Before opening the coliving space, Jonatan and Rita had already opened Eco Store La Isleta, the first locally owned small eco store in the area. 

Their store focuses on high-quality, healthy products, from snacks and sweets to vegetables and olive oil, but also on eco home and personal care products such as washing detergent, dishwashing soap, and shampoos they sell on tap. 

All things that Jonatan and Rita brought to life through the Eco Isleta brand had two things in mind – what the name also states – the eco, sustainable way of life, and La Isleta, their beloved neighborhood. 

The vision started with a blog, Conoce La Isleta, which was meant to tell a story of this old area from the local perspective. Many people pass through the neighborhood not stopping to think about its history, the people who live there, their stories, struggles, and in the end, the things they love and cherish the most.

After some time of being inspired by their own stories of La Isleta, Jonatan and Rita decided to offer even more and open an Eco Store that will sell local products and, more importantly, promote a healthy, responsible, and eco way of life.  

With a family house they owned in the neighborhood, Jonatan and Rita first hosted an Airbnb, however, with the birth of coliving spaces, they saw a bigger opportunity to promote their values and vision, and do something more significant for the area. That’s how Eco Isleta Coliving came to life in November of 2022.

Jonatan – The Local Coliving Host

In all colivings, the host is one of the most important elements of the experience. So, when the host understands that and knows how to use his or her role to make a balanced and inspiring environment, the colivers can thrive.

In Eco Isleta’s case, the host’s perspective is on point. The role belongs to Jonatan, who does not live in the coliving (but very close by) and who comes in daily or bi-daily to check in on the place, add more amenities, clean up, fix or improve something, or set the place up for an event.

However, all these visits have a much bigger value because of Jonatan’s charismatic and extroverted personality. He always comes in smiling from ear to ear, looking forward to a chat with his colivers, hearing about their day, and often diving in a meaningful conversation.

As a family-owned business, Jonatan and Rita, with the help of their two kids, manage the coliving and the store by themselves. So, everything that happens and everything you see is a product of their hands, effort, and imagination. 

As a host, Jonatan is not only responsible for managing the house but also for organizing events in the coliving – which are PLENTY – but we’ll come back to that a bit later.

What makes him shine among other owners is his curiosity and constant wish to learn more, improve, and research. We have met a lot of decidated owners througn our Coliving Spain joruney so far, but Jonatan s one of the most dedicated ones we’ve met.

Lastly, Jonatan proudly and bravely takes on the role to be the educator and promoter of a healthier, more eco-friendly way of life, and does it without any judgment. He is just happy to show you better ways and lets you decide if you want to implement them or not – no pressure and no strings attached.

The Coliving

Eco Isleta Coliving is a very unique house with a big soul. The way it looks today was certainly not how the house was originally built or imagined but Jontan and Rita worked on it to convert it and repurpose it in order to maximize its potential. 

The house was originally built for two families back in the day, providing common and private areas both on the ground and the first floor, but today, it’s a cohesive unit centered around one set of common areas upstairs with private rooms on the ground floor.

When you walk in, you will be welcomed by a small hallway with a wooden vanity, an information board, a couple of bikes, and some inspiring coastal decoration. You will also immediately see a small window at the end of the hallway looking at the stairs covered in natural light. This part of the house was a patio but, now, when the outdoor space is occupying most of the first floor, the patio has been converted into a bright hallway. 

All private rooms are on the ground floor, except one that is actually a tiny wooden hub on the rooftop, so let’s take a close look at the rooms, shall we?

Private rooms

Private rooms in Eco Isleta are simple, cozy nooks, with original walls, and handmade furniture. There are seven rooms for seven Canary Islands, each one carrying the name of one of the islands.

All rooms are equipped with a bed (standard or double, except for some that are single only), an open closet (we loved ours!), a nightstand, and a working station with a night lamp. All rooms also have unique art from a local artist that represents the urban and the local soul of the island. Most rooms on the ground floor are blessed with super high ceilings, making even small rooms feel big.

All the rooms (except the upstairs one) share two bathrooms – one downstairs and one upstairs. 

What is great is that the downstairs bathroom is that it is truly only for the colivers, because when events happen, they happen upstairs, so all the rooms below are (unofficially) kept private from the guests. 

Every room has something unique, like this one with a bed in mezzanine or another one with the original stone wall. 

The room on the rooftop is the only one with a private bathroom – La Gomera. Simple and isolated from other rooms, it is like a small cozy cabin with its own nightly views of the herb garden. 

Also, all the rooms are pretty private in the sense of sound isolation so people can have different routines and not be bothered by others. 

We stayed in room Fuerteventura and we enjoyed it very much. But what we enjoyed the most are the common areas, so let’s get into that.

Common areas

As we mentioned, in Eco Isleta Coliving most of the common areas are on the rooftop. There is a small lounge area in the sector before the stairs on the ground floor but it is not frequently used as the upstairs spaces are much more conveinet.

The upper floor of the coliving is amazing. It’s divided into 3 sections – the inside kitchen/coworking area, the outside coworking/chill area, and a more private/chill area on the upper section of the rooftop next to the upper private room. 

The sections outside are perfect for sunbathing and events with larger groups, especially the kind of events that often happen in Eco Isleta.

There are also quite a few spots outside that you can use to have a more private work corner in the morning or evenings until it gets sunny. But, in general, the rooftop is very spacious and allows you to choose a spot based on your mood, although, when there are no events, the outside areas typically mean somebody wants to chill alone and not be bothered. Why? Because all the socializing happens in the kitchen/coworking area and now let’s get into that!

Kitchen and Main Coworking area

The main social area is also the main working area and – surprisingly – it works really well. Often, when a coliving space doesn’t have a clearly separated space for work and social life, it can get tough to get around and establish boundaries. But, in Eco Isleta, it works perfectly.

The reason for that is probably that the space is organized in such a way that despite its size, it has structural corners that align with the natural movement of people. The cooking area is in the corner with a window overlooking the opposite side of the roof and the (now closed) patio. 

At the entrance to this common space, and right across the cooking area, there are two big fridges with shelves assigned to each room, with a multipurpose table in front of them, that is most often used for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Even though there are not any strict rules for that, it just follows the natural structure of the room. 

In the opposite corner of the room is a sofa for nightly social chills or afternoon siestas, and in front of the sofa, two tables with 4 to 5 working spots. 

During the day, we would always gather around the tables and work together, and even when somebody goes a few steps away to the kitchen area to make breakfast or cook lunch, they are never distributing those who were working. 

And even if there are more people or a conversation going on and you have an important meeting, all the rooms are equipped with space to work and a good connection, so you always have an alternative.

There was something very special about the energy in this space that it just worked at every moment of the day. 

In the morning, whoever wakes up first would make coffee for all of us, and then, when by one, people would emerge and be welcomed with a fresh cup of energy. 

In the afternoons, we would often gather around the tables, put some music on, and work each on our laptops, joking in between, playing games or quizzes, and helping each other through the day.

In the evenings, we would gather around a board game or just sit together around the tables, talking, joking, and having a beer or two. 

In a way, this space became the perfect representation of what remote workers are missing without an office job – a community, colleagues, and somebody to share the burden of work and a smile in between, and at the same time, it also became a place where people come together after work, to play and socialize

So, even though we always suggest colivings to divide the work area from the social area if they can, and especially from the kitchen area, in Eco Isleta’s case – it just works.

Community

And then, we come to the most important part – the community. 

As a smaller coliving, with no host living in the house, the community grows close together pretty quickly. There is a strong family feeling, but not from the cliche “we are a family” perspective, but from the perspective of a real raw family.

When you’re in the house, you can be yourself, show your good and bad sides, be transparent and honest, and not pretend. You will meet your colivers as they are, and accept them, and you will build relationships with them that are unique to the two of you. No relationship will be the same, but still, you will all be a community. 

Outside of the house, in the sea of digital nomads, you will enjoy and meet hundreds of new people, but you will always know you have your nucelous community to come back to. You will always have somebody to go back home with or at least somebody you know you will see in the morning. 

Eco Isleta creates a very unique community that grows on you very fast and makes it much harder to leave it behind. 

As a coliver, you will probably rely a lot on this internal community, but through the coliving, you will also meet a much bigger community of remote workers and locals. How?

Well, Jonatan and his wife Rita care a lot about the community that surrounds them. They find it extremely important to connect the locals with digital nomads and see their coliving space as a tool or an environment where these valuable connections can spark. 

They use their coliving as a platform to introduce digital nomads to the local side of the city and the locals to the beauties that digital nomads bring with them. Let’s see how they do that.

Eco Isleta Weekly Events

One of the ways Jonatan and Rita use coliving to connect the local community and digital nomads is the weekly activities that happen in the coliving. 

They organize a variety of activities and events all focused on promoting the island, the city, Canarian culture, healthy lifestyle, cultural and language exchange, and, in the end, the importance of community and social connections.

Some of the events they organize are structured language exchange evenings, where the locals practice speaking in English and the foreigners speak in Spanish; family dinners with locally sourced, traditional, or international food, food workshops where they teach foreigners how to make that local food, educational workshops such as SEO seminars we held, or sustainability seminars they had in the past. 

In many of these activities and events, they collaborate with other local businesses such as a vegan restaurant or a local bakery, so with that collaboration, they can offer an amazing event to digital nomads while supporting a local SBO. 

These events are almost always open to all who are interested and posted in the biggest Slack group of digital nomads in Las Palmas – Live It Up Las Palmas, so very often, a lot of people show up. Some days, there are as few as 10 people, and others as many as 25-30.

What is impressive is that besides managing the coliving space, taking care of their family, and running an Eco Store, Jonatan, and Rita organize these events completely by themselves – preparing it all without any external support. Rita cooks the dinners and holds food workshops, and Jontatan facilitates the language and education workshops. 

This only shows how dedicated they are to the cause and how much they care for the value they offer, which is also something that elevates the colivings experience.

Local Contribution

Lastly, besides the events happening in the coliving, Jonatan and Rita also find opportunities to contribute to the local neighborhood. 

There are often different collaborations between the coliving and local businesses outside the coliving, such as free tours of the neigborhood or contributing to the local youth.

While we were in Eco Isleta, we had the opportunity to be a part of one of such initiatives. We went to the local high school and had a conversation with two classes about remote work and work opportunities in general, helping the kids understand their potential and talking about modern skills and where they can start to explore to learn these skills to set a better future for themselves. 

This was not the first nor the last visit to a high school organized by Eco Isleta, and it is certainly not the only initiative of this kind for the neighborhood because this is the true value and vision behind the Eco Isleta brand.

After a month and a half

A month and a half has passed. At the same time, we feel it flew by quickly and, that it was as long as a lifetime. All in all, we are extremely grateful for this experience and for meeting Jonatan, Rita, their kids, their coliving, and their neighborhood. 

We are leaving with great admiration towards their dedication and we’re excited to see what big things they will do next.

All we can say in the end is “Thank you, Eco Isleta, for showing us the real face of La Isleta, and teaching us what love of your neighborhood really means”. 

Hope to see you soon!

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As a part of our collection of interviews with coliving operators, we learned about their beginnings, but now we’re excited to hear about the incredible work they’re doing with their community and the upcoming events you can expect.

Vineyard Eladio has been organizing a variety of events and has big plans for the future, but a particularly interesting event is their well-being retreat, the Healing Journey Retreat. This retreat is designed for anyone who wants to connect with themselves and others.

In the upcoming update, Laura will be sharing more information about the Healing Journey Retreat, including dates and details about the program.

Read below for more about this exciting experience!

What is Healing Journey Retreat?

The Healing Journey Retreat is a transformative week-long program designed to help individuals connect with themselves on a deeper level.

Combining active meditations, individual and group treatments, and educational teachings, participants are invited to explore their bodies, emotions, and thoughts in a safe and supportive environment.

Kinesiology, Reiki, and Tantra therapeutic massage are just a few of the powerful treatments offered. Family and systemic constellations and sound healing therapy are among the transformative group sessions.

How does it build community through self-discovery?

What truly sets this retreat apart is the deep sense of community that is fostered among the participants. It is a space where individuals are encouraged to bring their authentic selves, and to open their hearts to everything they may experience.

As one participant put it, “The instructors speak to participants in the language of love and connection, creating a sense of safety and trust that is truly unparalleled.”

The Healing Journey retreat is a life-changing experience that has the power to transform individuals on a profound level.

Upcoming retreat dates

The second edition will take place from April 28th to May 4th.

For more details and information, be sure to explore Vineyard Eladio’s website.

Chau!

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Read below about the idea behind these events from Raquel, the founder of Coliving 1907, and learn more about the variety of events you can expect in the upcoming months.

In Coliving 1907, we like to embrace the colorful digital nomad community of Las Palmas. Most people who come to the city choose it because of how big and diverse the digital nomad network here is – it’s the biggest one in the islands.

So, instead of keeping our community closed, a few times a month, we open the doors of our coliving to the world, allowing new connections to spark.

As mid-sized coliving, we nurture a sense of family and privacy when our doors are closed. We don’t focus on creating an intensive experience with daily events, community-building activities, etc., but rather create an environment where slow and organic relationships blossom.

But, to compensate for the thigh-knit community and peacefulness, every month, we create a schedule of events and activities planned under the roof (or more often – on the rooftop) of our coliving.

We have one of the best rooftops in Las Palmas that can fit around 20 people, where we organize monthly dinners, skill-sharing events, parties, yoga sessions, etc.

We like to offer a diverse program so both our colivers and the wider network can choose what they want to participate in based on their interests, and find new people to share their interests with.

We can’t rate our own events, but what we can say is that they always end in some great conversations and new friendships. We also do this to support the digital nomad community in Las Palmas by offering free or affordable events with opportunities for learning and networking.

Every month, we typically have 2-4 events open for the public. If you’re in Las Palmas, we’d love to host you!

If you care to join, below, you can find the schedule and descriptions of upcoming events in our coliving.

March Events

In March, we’re hosting 3 events open to the public in Coliving 1907.

Yoga Session

Every Tuesday of the month from 6 to 7 pm we have restorative yoga focused on stretching.

Relaxing yoga with aromatherapy on the rooftop.

Remember to reserve your spot.

The class is 10 euros (8 euros for colivers).

Mindfulness Workshop (Calm your mind)

Would you like to learn how to overcome your daily difficulties? Calming your mind by listening to your body will help you.

Mindfulness practice in which we combine breathing exercises, mindful movement through Tai-chi, DO-IN self-massage exercises, and art-therapy dynamics to enhance your creativity and introduction to Shiatsu, learning a simple sequence that will allow you to communicate with another person from your essence.

C.Y.M. is your GYM to train your mind to be in the present moment.

Classes are held fortnightly (Wednesdays) from 6 to 7 pm.

Remember to reserve your spot.

The class is 10 euros (8 euros for colivers).

Potluck Dinner

We met on the rooftop and tasted typical dishes from each country. It’s free.

Just bring some food and drink typical of your country to share together.

Wednesday 8th March from 8 – 10 pm.

Remember to reserve your spot.

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We’ll tell you that it can easily be, because, in Corralejo, you will find a coliving and coworking space tailored to answer all your remote work needs while you enjoy the beauties of the island.

Meet Coliving & Surfing and its operator and community manager – Diego.

We recently did an interview with Diego to understand how this project came to life and what digital nomads and remote workers can expect by staying in Coliving & Surfing. We’re not going to spoil the interview, but the focus is on the community, learning, growth, and leaving a social impact on the island.

Inspired by the surfing culture of the island, positive vibrations, and eco values, Coliving & Surfing puts its efforts into making the best experience for its colivers but also uses its space to support the island and promote impactful ideas.

Read the interview below and get inspired!

If you missed some of our last interviews with coliving owners in Spain, be sure to check them also.

Cheers!

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How it all started

“In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity”

-Albert Einstein

1. Can you tell us a bit more about the Coliving & Surfing brand/ecosystem – the vision of the concept and the offering that come together under this name?

– We built the brand around surfing and personal development since the brand is under the umbrella of the Surfing Colors Hotel – a surf camp concept integrated into a 200-bed hotel (150 bedrooms, 50 apartments).

2. Before opening your place, did you have the opportunity to stay in some other coliving spaces or any similar accommodation? Tell us a bit more about that experience.

– Not really, but I had similar professional experiences in the past. For more than 4 years, I have been working for Mondragon University in the LEINN degree (leadership, entrepreneurship, and innovation).

It is a degree where students have to create a real company with KPIs instead of grades. It includes both individual and teamwork, and it is a methodology that comes from Timmi Akademia in Finland.

During the process, these students must travel for a month to Berlin, another month to San Francisco, another to China, and another month to India. These trips are called learning journeys.

During this process, I lead the Berlin campus for all receiving students from all campuses. Many tools that are used used to create cooperation are the same for different communities just with different names: family meetings, personal skills events, masterminds, feedback, etc.

In those four years, I created the experience (learning journey, hosting more than 400 students in Berlin.

3. When building your coliving space, was there something that influenced your approach or inspired you to create the space and experience you have now?

– I know quite a few coworkings, such as Betahaus in Berlin and Utopicus and Impact Hub in Madrid. I saw them being born, growing, and adapting the business to their clients and the market, so that gave me a lot of insights and inspiration.

But what really happened is that 5 years ago, I met John Hormaetxe (Sun & Co.) in Hub Fuerteventura, the first coworking in Fuerteventura, and he quickly became our reference.

4. What is the story behind you choosing Corralejo and Fuerteventura as the location of Coliving & Surfing?

– Sebas (the host of Hub Fuerteventura) opens the first coworking on the island – Hub Fuerteventura, and without knowing each other, he invites me to give a course on digital marketing on the island.

Not being able to pay me at the time, he flies me in, invites me to stay in his home, and teaches me how to surf. This experience makes me get to know this wonderful island and this unique way of life and I make some great friends along the way.

Among those friends, one was Miguel Fariña, the director of the hotel Surfing Colors. During the pandemic, Miguel decided not to close the hotel, even though the rest closed. This gamble turned out good as it caused the hotel to fill up with remote workers escaping the lockdown. Seeing that, he realized there was an opportunity in the middle of the crisis and decided to take three rooms and create a coworking space and a communal kitchen out of them.

This was an interesting bet, but the communal kitchen (which is now a part and the heart of the community) allowed the concept to switch the business model from hotel to hostel and vice versa.

So, in the middle of the pandemic, Miguel offers me the opportunity to start a coliving inside the hotel. Something that is pure innovation within the hotel sector.

I liked the idea and the challenge, so I agreed but under one condition – to call Jon Hormaetxe to help us define the concept.

For 10 days, we got involved. We did interviews, a map of empathy, value proposition, and finally, we defined a strategy between the three of us to integrate a coliving inside a hotel with our different experiences.

We created a very interesting Minimum Viable Product and after almost two years, I can say that it is a success story. We have reached our objectives and exceeded them.

5. The Canary Islands are known for their strong coliving industry and friendly and supportive relationship between coliving owners. Can you tell us a bit more about your relationship with other colivings in the rest of the Canaries and Spain as well?

– For me, networking is very important. It is part of my skill set. I have visited different colivings in the Islands and met with their operator: Nacho (Repeople), Marina (Amarilla), Maria (Cactus Coliving), Carlos and Elsa (Pueblos Remotos), and Talleres Palermo coworking.

With the hotel, we have also created Escuela de Canarias (Hencansa) the first course in the Canary Islands on how to create a coliving. I motivated them to do the same as we did: interviews, empathy map, value proposition, design the space, and the community, and how to do marketing. Many of them have created wonderful spaces like Jonathan with Ecoisleta.

Also, in our business model, we have seen that B2C has worked very well, so we moved to explore B2B as well, directing to companies. Company retreats are another different model with another type of client. Many colivings on the islands have helped me by providing their spaces to sell these retreats to companies in Germany and create a wonderful experience for them.

6. Not one coliving is the same as the other! What would you say is Coliving & Surfing’s signature – some uniqueness that you offer compared to other coliving places?

– Each coliving is different and it is very important to work on values, mission, and vision. Also, the person behind the coliving gives a lot to the personality of the space and experience.

Our challenge, in this case, was to integrate the coliving into a hotel without affecting its personality. I am thankful that we created a wonderful team with Ari and Ricky from Loswiththeflow. They specialize in videos for colivings. After visiting many spaces, I think we found the formula.

We have integrated all the people that create this special atmosphere in Fuerteventura: surf schools, mindfulness, and above all, other similar communities on the island (we do not see them as competitors but as business partners).

Lastly, of course, there is the social impact, inviting social agents of Fuerteventura. Our mission is to help personal development within a community creating social impact on their journey.

Coliving & Surfing approach to Management

“The fastest way to change yourself is to hang out with people who are already the way you want to be.“

-Reid Hoffman

7. What type of management do you practice in the coliving?

– Creating a community within a hotel has its advantages and disadvantages. We have 24-hour reception, housekeeping, and maintenance services.

Our current team for the management of the coliving (apart from everything provided by the hotel) is Ari and Ricky from Lostwitheflow and myself. The three of us live in the coliving and are part of the experience.

8. What kind of activities are included for people who stay at Coliving & Surfing, and how do you approach organizing them?

– When we set the challenge and Jonh Hormaetxe helped us define our community, it was clear to us that the first thing we had to do was to connect the people within the community.

For that, we have the family dinner every Monday where we embrace new colivers and give each other feedback to improve everyone’s experience. On Tuesdays is the Open hour talk, where we exchange our skills. Once a month, we have a mastermind, and on Fridays, we have an after-work activity.

The other challenge is to connect our community with other communities similar to ours on the island.

Our space is also a coworking space, open to people from outside. Every day, we create events with different topics, inviting coaches and specialists from the island so they can share their knowledge for free (most of the time) with our colivers and people from outside.

Monday is Fit Monday, Tuesday is Open hour talk, Wednesday is wellbeing Wednesday, and Thursday is our dance day.

On the social impact part, which we believe is very important for our footprint when we travel, every week, we invite people from the island to talk about the challenges of the island (lack of water, recycling, gentrification, migration of young people due to lack of opportunities, migration in general, etc.).

In addition to this, every morning we have yoga or pilates, and, of course, all the facilities provided by the hotel (heated swimming pool, pool bar, etc.)

9. Can you tell us more about your skill-sharing events?

– We call it Open Hour Talk and do it every Tuesday. After the session, we have paella and live music at the hotel.

It is not only to exchange our skills; we take the opportunity to invite interesting people from the island to make a social impact with them. For example, El Capitan Canarias, who talk about recycling and participating in eco-activities.

Community

“When people are free to choose where in the world they want to work, they simply enjoy their day-to-day work more“

-Brian De Haff, CEO of Aha

10. What is the typical coliver profile in Coliving & Surfing (age, occupation, etc.)?

– Most of our clients are between 20 and 50 years old, but we don’t really have a fixed coliver rate. Of course, our brand is aimed at people who do surfing or water sports, but only 20 percent of them actually practice this on a constant basis; the rest discover it on the go.

We promote well-being, sports, and personal development, which are the hallmarks of the island and especially Corralejo. People come to the Canary Islands for tranquility and the sun; personal discovery, both spiritually and physically, and of course, our wonderful weather – the constant spring.

11. What would you say people who come to Coliving & Surfing are searching for; what is the most frequent reason people come?

– Of course, the most frequent reason people come is to work remotely. Our client’s first priority is to have a good bandwidth and a comfortable place to work and hold their meetings.

From there, we designed everything around the experiences that focus on having a before-work and after-work in a wonderful environment. With an inspiring atmosphere, sun, paradisiacal beaches, water sports, well-being, and a lot of people coming from all over Europe with the same mood and vibes.

12. What do you think is the ideal length of stay to fully emerge in the community and experience at your place?

– From an economic point of view, most of the coliving spaces can offer a better price for a longer stay.

But if you really want to take advantage of the community there is always a process of integration with it. This is normal. My recommendation is one month. The average stay of our clients is almost a month and a half (six weeks).

It is the greatest satisfaction, and I have to say that we have 34 percent of people who extend their stay, or those who come back, which has been 16 percent so far, in a window of a year and a half of operation.

13. Do you offer some special offers/discounts? (For longer stays, group bookings, couples, etc.)

– Of course. We can make offers for long stays (we consider it more than 21 days) and to groups.

In fact, we are now launching a new brand called innremote.com, which specializes in corporate retreats in the Canary Islands, because most of the spaces in the Canary Islands (and many that you mention on your website) are part of the search brochure for the companies in Northern Europe who are interested in coming here and doing retreats.

Generally About the Coliving Movement

”A true community is not just about being geographically close to someone or part of the same social web network. It’s about feeling connected and responsible for what happens. Humanity is our ultimate community, and everyone plays a crucial role.”

-Yehuda Berg

14. Do you think coliving is only dedicated to a specific group of people such as freelancers, digital nomads, and remote workers, or do you think it can gain popularity beyond that group of people?

– Of course. In fact, new community concepts will appear. For now, we have it clear, our client is someone who works and travels. But we have realized that it is no longer only the digital nomad. After the pandemic, the remote worker has emerged.

The difference is that he works for a remote company and has other needs. For example, families, those traveling with pets, makers, seniors, disabled, etc. There are many types of new customers and for each one, there is a new type of community.

15. Do you think coworking is a crucial component of coliving and why?

– Without hesitation. Our client needs a quiet space to work in, either with a computer or his hands.

I repeat what I said before, the main common denominator is to telework, travel, meet other people like yourself, and experience the social reality of the place where you travel.

16. What would you say is the most crucial element of a coliving?

– As in any community, whether that is a company, a family, a high-performance team, remote workers, etc., the basis for the creation of a community are two things: commitment and trust. This is achieved through tools such as feedback, skill-sharing, values, common goals, etc.

Most companies that offer remote work to their employees made a cultural change within the company, the famous organizational design, which at the base the same and works similarly.

17. One of the main selling points of colivings is the possibility to meet new people, share experiences, and maybe even develop new partnerships. Is this something you also had in mind when opening your place?

– Of course. Two years ago, when we designed the experience we did a lot of user interviews, built the empathy map and the value proposition, and in the end, created the user journey. We analyzed everything, from marketing, sales, the user experience in the coliving, and the after-sales.

This was one of our hypotheses, and we confirmed it in the customer study we did.

We also believe that it has to happen not only between the colivers but also within the island. That’s why we want those who want to contribute to leave their mark on the island with their knowledge.

For example, we are working with the institutes of the islands so that young people and remote workers can design solutions to the challenges of the islands.

18. Lastly, how do you see both Coliving & Surfing developing in the next few years? Do you have a vision of what it will grow into or some aspirations and goals that you’ve set for it?

– Just next month, we will be revisiting our mission, vision, and values as a team. For us, it is clear that we want to make an easier life for remote workers and motivate them to move to Fuerteventura.

Another goal is to allow these remote workers to meet other people like them and leave a footprint with social impact. We have several projects in mind, such as creating other spaces (always with our values present), consulting to develop communities, corporate retreats, etc.

Personally, I teach about innovation, leadership, and entrepreneurship in several business schools. Last year, we created the Hecansa, which is the first course that teaches how to create communities of workers on the island – something I also want to encourage the locals to do. And why not? In the future, we could help young people from the island to acquire skills to work remotely and teach them how to answer the needs of the companies – help them become professionals in programming, UX, data, etc., and show them they can work from this wonderful space for the world.

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In today’s era, where more and more people want to make the most of their time by following experiences that shape their minds and soul, coliving in the Canary Islands checks all the marks.

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If you are new to the coliving concept in Spain and you would like to learn more about it, we advise you to check out our main article about this topic, before continuing with this article! 👉

On the other hand, if you are already familiar with what co-living is, let’s find out why the Canary Islands are so popular for this lifestyle.

Let’s dive in!

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Why should you Experience Coliving in the Canary Islands?

Coliving in the Canary Islands offers a magnitude of options to choose from since the islands evolved to provide the best of both worlds to the new work-life balance. With the significant influx of people from all walks of life, especially digital nomads and remote workers, coliving the Canary Islands is easier than ever.

The Canaries archipelago now offers high-speed internet, various nomad hubs, and easy access to the scenic beauty that warms up your soul after a long skype call.

Why are there so many Colivings in the Canary Islands?

The reasons so many colivings have bloomed in the Canary Islands are plenty, but of them is that they are accessible and easy to reach. Cheap flights to and from the islands make them one of the most sought-after options when it comes to choosing your remote workstation.

In addition, high-speed internet in the numerous coliving hubs throughout the islands became a norm that gave peace of mind for freelancers, expats, and digital nomads, in general, to be connected to the work seamlessly.

Another stellar point is that different islands provide different experiences! This is what drives coliving in the Canary Islands, whether living with a flatmate from across the world or sharing the space with a local to witness the hospitality and deep-rooted culture. The islands have so much to offer in terms of life-long experiences.

The cost of Coliving in the Canary Islands

The cost of coliving largely depends on the coliving’s location, room type, and what the place offers. Some places offer additional services included in the price of accommodation, such as daily yoga, or other services like daily breakfast and family dinners.

A bed in a shared room would typically cost around 600 EUR per month, and the price of a private single room is in the range of 800 to 1200 EUR. For two people, a couple, or a pair of friends, a double room will most likely be from 1000 to 1500 EUR.  Have in mind that to support longer stays and slow traveling, most colivings in the Canary Islands offer long-stay discounts.

When you’re considering booking a coliving, have in mind the holistic experience that comes with it. While the price may sound expensive at first, when you consider it allows you to mingle with like-minded people, work remotely without hiccups with 600Mbps internet speed, and enjoy an abundance of activities, the dollar spent makes it all worthwhile.

Regardless of which option you opt for, rest assured coliving in any of the Canary Islands will be an experience of a lifetime as it offers a rich experience encompassing everything under the sun.

Remote-work-friendly Environment

Gone are the days when work had to be confined to a 4×6 windowless cubicle in a steel building where the only thing that was remotely natural was your little plant on the desk buried under piles of paperwork.

The perk of coliving in the Canary Islands is the spectrum of fun and finding like-minded people to have a platform for professional meet-ups and socializing.

The islands host freelancers, digital nomads, and expats from across the world; with the new normal where it’s easier than ever to pursue your career without compromising on fun and leisure, the Canaries have so much to offer for everyone.

Which Canary Islands should you choose for Coliving?

Now that you are sold on the idea of coliving in the Canary Islands, the million-dollar question is deciding which island to choose from.

Amongst the most popular are Tenerife and Gran Canaria. But you can also find coliving places on other islands, such as Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, or La Palma. We even had the opportunity to stay in one coliving in La Gomera, which is the second smallest of all Canary Islands.

However, we wouldn’t stress too much over which island to choose because most islands have at least one good coliving space. If you have more time and flexibility, you could also make a tour (similar to what we did). Many people actually opt for island-hopping because the islands are very well connected and offer such different things in terms of nature and vibe.

Tenerife

Tenerife is the biggest and the most popular of all the islands, as much for regular tourism, as a digital nomad destination as well. It is meant for those who are looking for outdoorsy, enthralling, and fun vibes and would love to be at the heart of the party as it attracts over 5 million tourists each year.

On top of that, it is also the island with the highest number of colivings.

Having that in mind, coliving in Tenerife is easier than ever because of the number of colivings to choose from, cheap international flights, culturally diversified communities, and natural landscapes to enjoy all year round. Tenerife provides everything one can ask for when it comes to opting for coliving.

Even though it’s the biggest island, Tenerife is perfect to explore all around. It consists of two main areas – Tenerife North and Tenerife South, both rich in different things, and definitely rich in colivings.

Tenerife South is the tourist center of Tenerife; a lively area, sunny all year round, with some of the best beaches on the island. On the other hand, Tenerife North is the area to dive into the local life, indulge in the history and culture of the locals, and enjoy mesmerizing nature.

It’s hard to point out the best coliving in Tenerife as there are so many great ones, but we recommend Maraya Coliving in Tenerife North and Cactus Coliving in Tenerife South. We had the opportunity to stay in both of these places during our Coliving Spain 2022 project. and had an amazing, but completely different experience.

Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria is another popular coliving hub amongst those looking for the best options in the Canary Islands. The island itself is called a continent in miniature due to the diversity of its landscape.

But, besides that, it is also the second largest island, with its capital, Las Palmas, being the biggest city in the Canaries.

That is why this island attracts those looking to surround themselves with a bit more urban environment. Las Palmas has the biggest digital nomad community on all the islands, with plenty of daily events and meetups.

There are some amazing coliving places in Gran Canaria, most of them located in Las Palmas so be sure to explore your options. We had the opportunity to stay in Coliving 1907 in the historical center of Las Palmas and we had a very positive experience.

Lanzarote

Lanzarote is one of the latest additions to the coliving movement in the islands. With its unique landscapes, the island attracts more digital nomads every year and could soon become another popular remote work hub.

Currently, there is only one coliving space on the island – Pitaya Coliving, but considering what this island has to offer, and the rising number of communities of digital nomads and remote workers on Lanzarote, we have a feeling there will be more places very soon.

How to start with your search

If we got you interested in the Canary Islands and you are wondering where to start with your search, you can always reach out to us with questions, and we can direct you to a place that best suit your needs.

We hope that will help you start your new adventure!

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