Project Details:
Built Year: | 2023 |
Built duration: | 2 weeks |
Sector: | |
Dome Size: | Dia. 30m |
Selected accessories: | 4 sets of double glass doors with escape locks, 8 sets of triangular electric windows, 28 sets of lighting systems |
Location: | Polígono 6, 16 46293. Beneixida, Valencia Valencia Spain |
Project Background
Panama is located in Central America, bordered by the ocean on both the north and south sides, and enjoys a typical tropical climate. With warm temperatures, frequent rainfall, and high humidity year-round, the country’s climate provides perfect conditions for rich natural landscapes and tourism resources, such as beautiful beaches, towering mountains, dense rainforests, and captivating islands.
Because of this, Panama has become a popular destination for luxury resorts, creating a thriving tourism market. However, standing out in the highly competitive Panama luxury resort industry is no easy task. It requires not only a unique strategy but also a deep understanding of the market and the needs of visitors.
Take Alaya Panama as an example. With its distinct charm, it has carved out a place among many other Panama luxury resorts and earned recognition in the market. Notably, Shelter Dome had the privilege of contributing to the building of this resort. In the following, we’ll explore the success of Alaya Panama and share insights on the path forward for luxury resorts in Panama, hoping to offer valuable inspiration.
The Way to Become the Best in Panama Luxury Resorts
Alaya Panama started in an untouched jungle, built with the idea of connecting people to nature. The concept of the seven chakras, rooted in traditional yoga and meditation, became the core of Alaya Panama’s design and spirit. The resort's logo is inspired by the lotus with eight petals, symbolizing purity and divinity. Here, every activity and facility is designed with a focus on nature, the well-being of guests, and sustainable practices.
Peace for the Soul
To offer a complete spiritual journey, Alaya Panama has designed a variety of wellness activities and courses. Guests can join yoga and meditation classes in Panama’s largest yoga space, a 18-meter-wide, 9-meter-high yoga dome. With professional yoga instructors, guests can relax their bodies and minds, gaining inner peace, strength, and inspiration.
The resort also offers personalized massage services to ease muscles and help guests unwind. Visitors can explore the mysteries of psychology through Akashic Records Reading or take part in a cacao ceremony, experiencing its deep, rich tradition. There are plenty of opportunities for every guest to find peace and calm for the soul.
Spiritual Adventure
After relaxing the mind, guests can dive into a range of exciting adventure activities. Located in the heart of one of Latin America's top surfing destinations, Playa Venao, guests can enjoy thrilling surfing experiences. At Playa Venao, they can also choose to ride horses or walk along the beach, feeling the breeze and waves while connecting with nature.
Beyond the activities at Playa Venao, the resort offers plenty of other adventure experiences. Guests can zip-line across the jungle, feeling the rush of speed and excitement, or swim in natural freshwater waterfalls, enjoying the refreshing flow of water. Heading north to the famous Tuna Coast, guests can try fishing while spotting dolphins, sea turtles, and humpback whales along the way. To the south, they can visit the untouched Isla Cañas, where they can hike through mangroves or swim in crystal-clear waters.
With such a wide range of adventure activities, the resort offers something for every thrill-seeker, providing endless fun and excitement.
A Place for Body and Soul
After a full day of exciting activities, guests can return to their unique resort tents to relax and unwind. Unlike the traditional Panama luxury resorts, there's no concrete or stone hotel building, no wooden cabins with strong cultural style, and certainly no usual rectangular tents. Alaya Panama uses dome tents, designed with the same concept as its yoga space. These exquisite dome tents, built by Shelter Dome, perfectly meet the resort's needs, offering both beautiful design and ideal functionality:
- Spherical Design and Spiritual Connection The dome tent's spherical shape is not only visually stunning, but also closely aligned with Alaya Panama's eight-petal lotus logo. The circle symbolizes unity, harmony, and infinity, creating a sense of spiritual connection. This design complements the resort's focus on helping guests find inner peace and balance.
- Wide Scenic Views The tent’s canopy can be made of transparent material, allowing guests to enjoy breathtaking natural views without stepping outside. Whether used as a yoga space or a guest room, the design brings the beauty and energy of nature right inside.
- Stable and Wind-Resistant Structure The dome tent uses a triangular framework, which provides excellent stability by evenly distributing external forces. Whether facing strong winds or other harsh weather, the tent remains sturdy and reliable, giving guests a sense of safety.
- Eco-Friendly Prefabricated Design Building resort facilities in tropical jungles is a challenge, but our dome tents are produced in a factory and then shipped in modular parts for easy assembly on-site. This prefabricated design saves time, reduces labor costs, and minimizes environmental impact on luxury Panama resorts.
- Spacious and Flexible Interior Inside the dome tent, there are no load-bearing walls or unnecessary partitions, offering a completely open and flexible space. The curved interior walls extend upwards, enhancing the feeling of openness and eliminating the cramped feeling typical of traditional rectangular rooms, creating a comfortable and free indoor experience for guests.
Attention to Detail Makes All the Difference
Alaya Panama, with its prime location, stands out as a successful example of a Panama luxury resort thanks to its unique theme, a mix of peaceful and exciting activities, and exceptional accommodation experiences. However, what truly makes the experience perfect lies in the details. When Shelter Dome designed the dome tents for Alaya Panama, we faced some unique challenges.
Hot and Humid Climate
Alaya Panama is located in a humid, rainy jungle climate, which poses a serious challenge for regular tents. Moisture and rain can easily cause mold to grow on the tent’s surface, damaging its materials and structure, and significantly affecting the guests’ experience.
To solve this problem, we carefully selected high-quality materials for the tent design. The tent covers are made of 100% waterproof, moisture-resistant, mold-resistant, UV-resistant, and flame-retardant PVC fabric. For the frame, we used galvanized Q235 steel to ensure long-lasting stability.
With these high-quality materials, Alaya Panama provides a more comfortable and reliable living space for guests, making it stand out among other Panama luxury resorts that use tents for accommodation.
"Troublesome Neighbors" in the Jungle
For those with no jungle experience, it might be hard to imagine what it's like to stay in a jungle environment. The resort is surrounded by nature, offering beautiful views, but it's also home to some not-so-friendly insect neighbors, like cockroaches, mosquitoes, and termites. No one wants to encounter these "troublesome" creatures during their vacation.
Traditional tent setups often struggle to completely block out these pests. But dome tents are different. They act like a fully enclosed cover, keeping the inside separate from the outside. The tent windows are fitted with mesh screens, allowing for good ventilation while keeping bugs out. Plus, the bottom of the tent has aluminum pressure plates, which help secure the fabric and prevent crawlers from getting in.
With these thoughtful designs, Shelter Dome’s dome tents offer guests a more comfortable and secure stay.
Outcome
Alaya Panama has become one of the top Panama luxury resorts thanks to its carefully planned activities, facilities, and attention to detail. Today, bookings for Alaya Panama are always in high demand across major online platforms.
After years of operation, it still maintains a five-star rating on Google. Many guests share their amazing experiences at this top-tier luxury resort in Panama, praising the resort and expressing their desire to return. If you also want to use dome tents to create a perfect luxury resort, please feel free to consult us!