The Founder

Meet Solara

For as long as I can remember, I've been fascinated by the way places make us feel.

How one place can make you slow down. Another can make you dream bigger. And sometimes, a single journey can quietly change the way you see the world — and yourself.

I've slept under the stars in the African desert, pitched tents in the wilderness, sailed across turquoise waters, wandered through hidden villages and vibrant cities, and stayed in some of the world's most extraordinary villas and luxury resorts.

Both taught me something different. Both made me fall in love with the journey.

Unforgettable experiences aren't defined by a price tag. They're defined by atmosphere — by conversations that linger long after dinner, and unexpected friendships that begin with strangers.

Carmen at sunset above the sea
Friends laughing together over a long lunch
Beach gathering at sunset

My journey

Professionally, that passion led me into international television, luxury hospitality, global events and high-end travel — alongside some of the world's most remarkable hotels, villas, super-yachts and hospitality brands.

As an interior designer at heart, I notice the light, the textures, the architecture. Great design creates the canvas for unforgettable moments. But even the most beautiful villa in the world is only half the story.

The other half is the people inside it.

Carmen seated in an elegant French château salon
Carmen in a floral dress at a spice farm in Zanzibar
Carmen in a wetsuit on Lake Garda, ready to kitesurf
Extraordinary places become unforgettable when extraordinary people share them.

Welcome to Solara.