About us
«In the end, it's the curious people who change the world».
Who are we? This question is easy, we are you, passionate about astronomy who thought that everyone should be able to experience the wonders it hides.
We have dedicated our lives to studying the sky, portraying it and observing it from every corner of the world.
We are astronomers, physicists and astrophotographers, but, above all, we are enthusiasts, who cannot stop talking about what they are passionate about.
We have sailed under the northern lights, contemplated the sky of the southern hemisphere or touched the largest meteorite in the world in Africa, among many other things.
And we always said the same:
«Everyone would have to experience these wonders».
And the way we set out to bring this vision to life is called AstroXperiences.
In short, we are passionate people who want to share the universe with people of all ages and knowledge levels, fostering appreciation and enjoyment of astronomy as a window to the exploration and understanding of our world and beyond.
Do you want to know us more?
Since I was a child, I have felt a great attraction for science and technology, as well as for the stories of adventurers and expeditionaries who explore unknown places and the frontiers of our planet.
I have also followed closely the advances and successes in the space race, such as the moon landing and the construction of the International Space Station.
At the age of 16, I started making astronomical observations with a telescope and photographing the stars with a legendary Leica III-F camera, which I inherited from my father.
I think these are, without a doubt, some of my best memories.
During my high school years, I started to share my knowledge through lectures, workshops and observing sessions, and I continue to do so to this day.
In 2002, I started to collaborate with the Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias in educational and informative projects, such as the creation of Didactic Units and Educational Activities.
I also participated in astronomical imaging and in training and observation aimed at the public, students and teachers.
During this time, I was a collaborator of the TAD project, the first robotic telescope of public access controllable through a web browser.
More recently, I wasco-author of the GALACTICA, project, funded by the Spanish Foundation for Science and Technology (FECYT) and with the technological support of the Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias (IAC).
This project sought to obtain the largest panoramic image of our own galaxy using conventional means, with a commercial camera and a telephoto lens.
I have always been fascinated by travel, and through it I have managed to combine science and adventure.
I have collaborated in scientific-educational projects such as Shelios and “Route of the Stars”, which have carried out expeditions related to spectacular celestial events such as eclipses and northern lights over the last 20 years.
During my career, I have conducted, more than 40 expeditions around the world, from witnessing a total solar eclipse in Antarctica to observing the sky from the equator.
I have had the opportunity to observe more than 50 eclipses of different types, including 18 total solar eclipses. In addition, I have observed planetary transits, such as those of the planet Venus in 2004 and 2012, meteor showers and northern lights from places such as Greenland, Iceland and Nordic countries.
In 1997, I received international recognition when National Geographic used one of my images to promote the book “Other Worlds” in the United States and Canada.
Also in that year, I got my first “Astronomy Picture of the Day” (APOD) from NASA. So far I have had 59 APODs published, being among the top five in the world.
I am the only Spanish member of TWAN (The World At Night), an organisation recognised by UNESCO, which brings together the best landscape astrophotographers in the world. I have published two books and collaborated in another, and my images and articles have appeared in newspapers, magazines, Internet and television around the world, music CDs and mobile applications.
Currently, I continue to collaborate with the IAC, with the European project EELabs, for the protection of the night sky, and with the magazine Astronomía. I am the coordinator of the Flickr image portal Starryearth and a contributor to the major celestial event broadcasting portal sky-live.tv.
As a good Figuerense (from Figueres in the Costa Brava, Spain) I am a bit touched by the Tramontana (strong wind from the North). But in this case in a positive sense, since it was the Tramontana that impressed me from a very early age with the clear and transparent sky that shone after a good wind.
My first memory of being enraptured by the night sky must have been when I was 6 years old.
When I was 11, I was one of the founders of what we called the J.A.A (Jóvenes Aficionados a la Astronomía / Young Astronomy Fans) which, as a member of the IAEDEN (Institución Alto Ampurdanesa para el Estudio y la Defensa de la Natura / High Ampurdanese Institution for the Study and Defence of Nature), was the seed of what in 1992 would eventually become the Figueres Astronomical Society (SAF), of which I have been a member ever since.
I am also a member of the Girona Astronomical Association (2014) and the Sabadell Astronomical Association (2002).
My interest in astronomy, physics and cosmology led me to graduate in Physical Sciences at the UAB and to take PhD courses in astrophysics at the UB.
Professionally, I have been working in the astronomy sector for almost 20 years, either making optical configurations, providing technical advice or supplying astronomical material for research and dissemination centres.
En l’actualitat soc copropietari de l’empresa Telescopiomania des d’on em dedico a ajudar als aficionats a triar l’equip més adient per assolir els seus objectius, siguin aquests d’iniciació o bé per perfeccionar tècniques astrofotogràfiques.
La meva altra passió sempre ha estat la divulgació i l’educació de l’astronomia i la ciència en general, la qual cosa m’ha dut a escriure les següents publicacions:
- Biophysical Anecdotes Book (Parque Natural Humedales del Ampurdán) – Author.
- Essay Science, philosophy and religion (Ars Brevis, Ramon Llull University) – Co-author.
- Fractals to the Universe (Museum of Technology of the Empordà) – Lecturer.
- History of Cosmology (CIC Cultural Institution) – Lecturer.
I have also received recognition from the Premi Josep Mª Àlvarez (IAEDEN) for two informative works on very current issues, but which were not very popular in the last century:
- Light pollution (1994).
- Space debris (1997).
I am passionate about the mountains, cycling and astronomy. I love exploring nature through slowbiking, as it allows me to get to know the territory in detail.
Since I was very young, I used to go to the mountains and sleep under the stars in a bivouac. On those outings I discovered the magic of the night sky and all that the immensity that the Universe gives us.
I am proud to be the founder of the Canet Adri hiking group in 2022.
In addition to my outdoor adventures, in my spare time I also like to brew craft beer and share it with friends. It’s a fun way to test my creativity and experiment with new flavours.
I have a high school degree in Electronics and have obtained a Master in Commercial Management and a Master in Marketing Management at EADA, Barcelona in 2009.
With more than 30 years of experience in the world of Internet and online marketing business development, I have worked in multinational telecommunications companies such as Alcatel and Cable & Wireless, as well as in companies specialised in Internet business development such as Intercom and Atraczion.
I have also successfully managed the online business of Motosprint Andorra, achieving a turnover of 3.5 million euros in just 3 years in 2010. In addition, I had the opportunity to manage Discoverydream.com (Eurekakids group), where we achieved a turnover of 2 million euros in 3 years until 2012.
In 2012 I founded Telescopiomania, with my partner David, making it the reference astronomy shop in Spain and southern Europe.
This project has allowed me to connect with other lovers of the discipline and share my passion with them, as well as being able to contribute with all my work experience to this project.
Now, at the head of AstroXperiences with my partners, we want to make all astronomy enthusiasts enjoy a universe of activities specially designed by astronomers.
Vision
«Imagination is everything. It is the advance of the attractions that are to come in life».
Long ago, we envisioned a place where those of us who esteem the sky could come together and realise a passion for astronomy and discovery.
But we didn’t want it to be like other places, but one that would allow us to experience it to the fullest in every way. We wanted to spread this beauty and love for the stars to everyone in the most powerful way possible:
By living it.
Our vision was a place that would bring the stars down from the sky and take astronomy out of the books, for you to see them, touch them and experience them.
Because that’s how we fall in love with things. Because that’s how we think we’ll make astronomy accessible to everyone.
Long ago, we set out to realise this vision and some people thought we were a bit crazy.
They were right, and we succeeded.
With AstroXperiences we have achieved what we imagined: to inspire you, to connect you with the wonders of space and to awaken your curiosity towards astronomy by experiencing it in person. Making you feel the same as those explorers who first marvelled when they saw the rings of Saturn or the Northern Lights.
Experiences for everyone, no matter who you are
We will never forget the excitement when we were children and looked up at the sky, wanting to know more, being amazed while we knew and observed.
We believe that we all have this same part of us that admires the immensity of the night sky and the magic of the stars.
Imagine stargazing on a clear night, accompanied by expert astronomers who will guide you through the mysteries of the universe. Well, you can take part in courses and workshops where you will learn how to use the telescope and capture stunning photographs of the starry sky, while having the time of your life.
We also organise unique trips to observe special astronomical phenomena in privileged places, to the Namibian desert, Greenland, Scandinavia or any incredible destination.
In order to make this vision come true, we are also aware that we have to start with the youngest ones and, for this reason, we believe we can also, offer what we would have loved to have had as children.
We collaborate with schools, institutions and cultural centres, to offer training and activities that bring the science of space to the youngest and to the community in general.
We are also ready to make your events unique and memorable, with proposals that combine astronomy with other cultural fields, such as music, theatre and poetry.
Get ready for astronomical adventures that will take you far, far away…, To the stars!
Mission
«Houston, this is Tranquility Base. The Eagle has landed».
Our mission is the same as Apollo, the Vostoks and so many others that have inspired us since we were children:
To bring the stars and planets closer until you feel like you are touching them, to let you know the wonders hidden in the sky and, above all, to let you experience them in a way that you will never forget.
We are aware of the importance of feeling things in order to understand and appreciate them. That is why, every day, we aim to create the best astronomical experiences with a clear objective in our mission:
«To make you experience many things, but never forget them».
Those that you will do with us, those that you will never stop talking about to your friends and their friends.
No matter if you want to learn about astronomy at home, explore it in person at the ends of the earth or take pictures of it to keep unforgettable memories.
Everything has a place in this house we imagine one day and, for this reason, we design the most immersive, spectacular, personalised and entertaining experiences, for all tastes and levels.
Because this way, we will make real what the scientist David Attenborough (one of our idols) once said:
«No one will protect what they don’t care about and no one will care about what they haven’t experienced».
We want you to care about astronomy, so we are on a mission to make you experience it like never before.
How we fulfil this mission
Thanks to renowned experts and astronomers, we accomplish this mission in several ways:
- Offering you astronomically astronomical experiences. Thrill under aurora borealis, observe our neighbouring galaxy Andromeda through the most powerful telescopes, feel the darkness of eclipses and take away an unforgettable memory in the form of a photo… We design trips of exploration and observation that you will never stop talking about for the rest of your life.
- Providing knowledge, experience and a contagious passion with activities and services that will take your love for astronomy to the next level. From courses that will turn you into an expert observer or a master of astrophotography, to helping you organise events of all kinds, to other essential services such as telescope rental and repair, consulting on whatever you need…
We want to be what we always wanted to be when we started: a place and a community where we can develop our passion to the fullest and where we can find everything we need.
Within these main lines we offer you a very extensive range of services, developed to meet the needs at different levels of astronomical and photographic knowledge. It doesn’t matter if you are just starting out or you are a veteran looking to expand the frontier of what you know.
On our website we offer you detailed information on everything we do to fulfil our mission, but these are our main activities:
- Training in astronomy for educational centres from elementary to secondary and high school. We work with photography and video schools, art and design schools, hiking centres, shops and leisure, nature and photography companies. We also offer university extension courses and customised training according to needs. All these trainings are also online, so that learning has no frontiers, and you can explore astronomy from anywhere.
- We train astronomy monitors or guides.. We offer specialised courses so that you can transmit the admirable world of astronomy with passion and knowledge.
- Astronomy courses that cover all specialities. You will learn how to use the telescope, you will discover the secrets of general astronomy and you will enter the exciting world of astrophotography.
- We organise astronomy diffusion activities for groups of family and friends. We celebrate special events, such as weddings or birthdays, we collaborate with holiday camps, rural tourism, hotels, restaurants, town halls, institutions and private companies to bring astronomy to everyone in spectacular natural surroundings. We come with the best telescopes on the market and a planetarium with incredible images of the universe.
- We participate in public events and popular festivals, organising talks and activities in cultural centres. We also combine astronomy with other arts, such as oenology, music, theatre and poetry, to offer you unique and unforgettable experiences with the dissemination of astronomy as a common thread.
- We organise astro-tourism trips. From trips around Spain to abroad, we organise observational trips to incredible places such as the Canary Islands, Namibia and Chile. We also do activity trips, such as visits to observatories and meteorite collecting, as well as trips to witness great astronomical phenomena, such as eclipses in any corner of the world and enjoy the Northern Lights in the most original places you have ever imagined.
- We carry out visual projects. . We put our experience in astrophotography at your service, making static and dynamic images for private and public companies. We help you to transmit your message through stunning photographs and videos related to astronomy and space.
- We provide strategic consulting services in astronomy.. We develop innovative astronomy projects and plan activities related to space sciences. We study the touristic, informative and educational possibilities. We design and plan observatories and carry out strategic consultancy to provide you with economic development ideas in astronomy.
At AstroXperiences, we invite you to explore the universe with us. Whether you are passionate, curious or just want to be surprised, we have the perfect astronomical experience for each of you.
We are waiting for you with the stars in our hands!
Values
«Orbiting the Earth, I saw how beautiful our planet is. Let us preserve and enhance this beauty, not destroy it».
For us, AstroXperiences is aquesta the way to transmit this beauty of everything we hold dear, and to make real the values that have always inspired us.
The same as any passionate stargazer like you:
- The dissemination of astronomy.
- The promotion of knowledge and science.
- The conservation of the environment and the night sky.
And of course, we believe in collaborating, uniting, welcoming and that the more we are, the better. From children to adults, everyone is welcome to experience astronomy with us.
We want you to feel prepared to explore and understand the universe for yourselves.
Astronomy to understand the world and protect it
We also believe that astronomy is a fascinating window into understanding the world around us .Science gives us the tools to explore, discover and answer questions about the origins of the universe and our own existence.
Through our experiences, we want to awaken and nurture your passion for science, so that everyone can enjoy the wonder of the universe and understand the role we play in this ancient universe.
And, of course, we want to preserve what we hold dear so that future generations can also behold the magic of the night sky.
That is why one of our core values is the fight against light pollution.
We are fully committed to protecting the night and we carefully select the places where we carry out our activities, choosing areas with little light pollution to offer you an authentic experience under a clear sky.
With AstroXperiences, you can be sure that you are contributing to make all this a reality.
If you also believe in all this, you have a place on our ship. And we take off in 10, 9, 8…
Experience
«The only source of knowledge is experience».
In AstroXperiences we have the honour of having specialised astronomers with more than 40 years of experience in the fields of astronomy, astrophotography, astrotourism, exploration and scientific dissemination.
This elite team allows us to provide astronomical experiences that go beyond what many can imagine.
They will guide you through the secrets of the starry skies, show you the most fascinating phenomena that occur around us and tell you the fascinating stories behind them.
Experts in astrophotography
If you are astrophotography enthusiasts, our astronomers will offer you a unique perspective.
With their knowledge and tricks, you will learn how to capture amazing images of the night sky and immortalise the most special moments of your astronomical adventures.
With their guidance, you will transform your passion for astronomy into visual works of art.
Pioneers in astrotourism
Astrotourism is one of our specialities, and our astronomers will take you to the best places in the world to enjoy a celestial experience.
Thanks to their extensive experience, they will show you the most spectacular places and the best times to enjoy the most exceptional astronomical events.
From observing an eclipse to admiring the aurora borealis, their recommendations and knowledge will guarantee you an astronomical experience you will never forget.
Passionate about teaching and dissemination
The popularisation of astronomy is a passion shared by our astronomers. With their charisma and enthusiasm, they will transport you through the universe with their talks and activities.
Whether you are in a school, a cultural centre or a public event, their aim isto inspire you and stimulate your curiosity about space. Their communicative, friendly and entertaining style will make you fall in love with astronomy and understand complex concepts in a clear and fun way.
Moreover, this experience allows us to adapt to all levels and create unforgettable experiences, whether you are a new initiate or a veteran observer.
