A Pop-Up Village Experience

Atlantea

Two weeks of intentional living, building, and exploration on a pristine Atlantic island

May 16–31, 2026
Porto Santo Island, Portugal
400 Explorers
The Vision

A society incubator for the Atlantic

Atlantea is more than a gathering. It's an experiment in collective living. We're building a temporary village where curious minds prototype new ways of working, creating, and being together.

Intentional Community

400 builders, creators, and explorers living and working together

Experimental Living

Test new ideas for how we work, connect, and organize society

Global Network

Join a movement of pop-up villages reimagining human connection

Lasting Impact

Create projects and relationships that extend beyond the village

"Breakthroughs happen when curious, kind, and high-agency people share space and momentum."
Porto Santo golden beach
Porto Santo traditional architecture
Porto Santo sunset
Atlantic ocean view

Porto Santo

Portugal

The Location

Porto Santo Island

A hidden gem in the Atlantic, Porto Santo offers the perfect canvas for our experiment. Just 50km from Madeira, this UNESCO Biosphere reserve combines pristine nature with rich history, including the home where Christopher Columbus once lived and dreamed of distant shores.

9kmGolden Beach

One of Europe's most pristine stretches of sand

300+Sunny Days

Near-perfect weather year-round

42km²UNESCO Biosphere

Protected natural heritage site

1418Columbus History

Where the explorer once called home

What to Expect

A day at Atlantea

Each day blends focused work, learning, and play. The schedule is a rhythm, not a rulebook: find what works for you.

7:00

Morning Rituals

Sunrise yoga, meditation, or a beach run

8:30

Breakfast & Connect

Communal breakfast and daily intentions

10:00

Deep Work

Focused building time in our co-working spaces

13:00

Lunch & Learn

Lightning talks and knowledge sharing

15:00

Workshops & Labs

Hands-on sessions and collaborative projects

18:00

Golden Hour

Beach activities, surfing, or exploration

20:00

Evening Program

Dinners, fireside chats, music, and stargazing

The Team

Curated by builders

Atlantea is organized by a team passionate about creating transformative community experiences.

Mario

Mario

LayerX

Building infrastructure for the decentralized web. Passionate about bringing tech communities together IRL.

Carvas

Carvas

Delta Y

Designs next-generation incentive systems, evolving from crypto economies to new and existing cities.

Tiago Araujo

Tiago Araujo

DeHouse

Reimagining how we live and work together. Building the future of coliving and collaborative spaces.

Practical Details

We've got you covered

Focus on the experience. We'll handle the details. Here's what you need to know.

Getting There

  • Direct flights from Lisbon or Porto (1.5h)
  • Ferry from Madeira (2.5h)
  • Airport transfers arranged

Accommodation

  • Curated housing options
  • Solo rooms & shared villas
  • All within walking distance

Work Infrastructure

  • High-speed fiber internet
  • Multiple co-working spaces
  • Private meeting rooms

Food & Dining

  • Communal meals included
  • Local Portuguese cuisine
  • Dietary needs accommodated

Duration & Dates

  • Full program: May 16-31
  • Flexible week options
  • Early arrival available

Investment

  • Tiered pricing options
  • Early bird discounts
  • Payment plans available

Full details including pricing and schedule will be released with applications.

Limited to 400 Explorers

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