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Look up to the sky....

Like an eye looking straight at us, the Iris Nebula (NGC 7023), glows in the constellation Cepheus, illuminated by a young star (SAO 19158). This reflection nebula, located 1,300 light-years from Earth, showcases the stunning interaction between starlight and cosmic dust.

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Photo of NGC 7023, the Iris Nebula, a bright reflection nebula in the constellation Cepheus, taken at Bubulcus & Bolotas. A brilliant blue glow surrounds a central star, with dark dust lanes and a star field in the background.

Look up to the sky....

Like an eye looking straight at us, the Iris Nebula (NGC 7023), glows in the constellation Cepheus, illuminated by a young star (SAO 19158). This reflection nebula, located 1,300 light-years from Earth, showcases the stunning interaction between starlight and cosmic dust.

#OneWithNature #Astrophotography #LookUp #bbcamping #iris #Seestar #Alentejo #DeepSky #DarkSky #Nebula #StarGazing #NightSky #Skywatch #IrisNebula

The Eurasian Stone-curlew prefers dry, stony areas for nesting, relying on its mottled appearance to stay hidden from predators. It's mostly active at night, blending into its surroundings during the day. No wonder that most encounters with this species involve individuals fleeing or being observed from a great distance! It has a unique call heard during breeding season. Its diet includes insects, small mammals, and reptiles, hunted primarily at night.
A fun fact? Its nickname, "Dikkop," comes from the Afrikaans word meaning "thick head"and refers to the bird's large, round head and prominent eyes, which give it a somewhat comical appearance.

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Eurasian Stone-curlew (Burhinus oedicnemus) standing in a wildflower meadow beside a bush and lichen-covered rocks at Bubulcus & Bolotas. The bird’s yellow eye and streaked brown plumage blend with the grassy, rocky surroundings. Photo by our guest Baerbel Gunnar.

Eurasian Stone-curlew (Burhinus oedicnemus)—master of camouflage in dry, stony landscapes. Mostly nocturnal, rarely seen up close, but its eerie call reveals its presence at evening/night. Nicknamed "Dikkop" ("thick head") for its big round head and striking eyes.

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We should only take from the land what it can naturally give! Water is precious here. Both the groundwater we can draw from our borehole and the rainwater we harvest from the roofs are limited resources. To protect this fragile balance, we must limit the number of guests; and even then, everyone’s care and cooperation in saving water is essential.

#Alentejo, #bbcamping, #SustainableTourism, #OneWithNature, #SaveWater #OffGridLife #MinimalImpact #NatureLovers #LimitedResources #Reservation #EcoCamping #MindfulTravel #LowImpactLiving

Night view of a camping scene under a starry sky with a glowing tent and two chairs beside a small campfire. An oak tree stands nearby. Text on the image reads 'Bubulcus & Bolotas – Reservations only / Apenas reservas'. Below, a message explains: 'The resources of the terrain are limited. Therefore, we have to limit the number of guests.' The design emphasizes sustainability and harmony with nature.

We should only take from the land what it can naturally give! Water is precious here. Both the groundwater we can draw from our borehole and the rainwater we harvest from the roofs are limited resources. To protect this fragile balance, we must limit the number of guests; and even then, everyone’s care and cooperation in saving water is essential.

#Alentejo
#bbcamping
#SustainableTourism
#OneWithNature
#SaveWater
#OffGridLife
#MinimalImpact
#NatureLovers
#LimitedResources

Look up to the sky...

The stunning Pleiades, also known as the Seven Sisters or Messier 45, takes center stage! This beautiful open star cluster in Taurus is dominated by brilliant blue stars, which formed approximately 100 million years ago. The surrounding luminous nebula, often mistaken for remnant star-forming material, is actually an unrelated dust cloud that the cluster is currently traversing at 18 km/s. A perfect spectacle for winter nights—have you had the chance to spot it?

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An astrophotography shot taken from Bubulcus & Bolotas revealing the captivating beauty of the Pleiades, or Seven Sisters. Intense blue stars glow brightly, scattering their light through a wispy blue reflection nebula that appears to swirl around them in the vastness of space.

Look up to the sky...
The Pleiades (Seven Sisters/M45) takes center stage! This brilliant blue open star cluster in Taurus formed ~100M years ago. Its beautiful nebula? An unrelated dust cloud the cluster's passing through at 18 km/s. A perfect winter-night spectacle—spot it yet?

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Iris xiphium is native to Portugal and Spain, thriving in dry meadows, woodlands, and scrublands. It supports pollinators like wild bees and butterflies, enriching landscapes often threatened by agriculture and land abandonment. Though not endangered, it benefits from habitat conservation that protects Mediterranean plant diversity.

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Close-up of a Iris xiphium flower in bloom, with soft violet-blue petals and a bright yellow mark on the lower petaltaken ar Bubulcus & Bolotas. The background shows a sunlit dry grass field, softly blurred to highlight the flower.

Thinking our relation to the environment... invite us to respect wildlife by observing without disturbing.

#naturephotography #wildlifeethics #respectnature #leavenotrace #naturelovers #sustainableliving #ecofriendly #thinkingnature #onewithnature #Alentejo #campinginportugal #bbcamping #birdwatching

At Bubulcus & Bolotas, a Thekla's lark perched calmly on a wooden post, framed as if through a camera viewfinder. Text below reminds nature photographers to respect wildlife by keeping distance and avoiding disruption. The image promotes mindful interaction with the natural world.

Through the eyes of our guests...

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Photo of the sunrise taken by a guest at Bubulcus & Bolotas, showing the sun just above the horizon with golden light casting a warm glow over tall grasses and silhouetted trees in the background.

The Iberian green frog is one of our most common amphibian, found in our pond. Peeking over the moss, the Iberian green frog seems just as curious about us as we are about it.
Let us help protect its habitat and keep enjoying its evening calls.

#Biodiversity #Amphibians #ConnectWithNature #CampingInPortugal #bbcamping #SustainableTourism #WildlifePhotography #Conservation #Sounscapes #Pond #NatureLovers #Wildlife #Nature #Frogs

A close-up photo of a green Iberian frog (Pelophylax perezi) peeking over a mossy rock, with only its head and eyes visible. The background is out of focus, showing a blue watery surface with small reflections. Photo was taken at Bubulcus & Bolotas pond.

With this year’s abundant rain, this delicate beauty thrives in still and slow-moving waters. Its finely divided underwater leaves and star-like white flowers support freshwater biodiversity, offering refuge to insects and small aquatic life. A quiet reminder that even the smallest plants play a big role in healthy ecosystems.

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#AquaticPlants #WildFlowers #Alentejo #bbcamping #Pond
#Camping #WaterColors

Ranunculus aquatilis, small white flowers with yellow centers, float densely on a calm pond surface. Green aquatic leaves and grass-like stems are visible among the flowers, creating a natural, peaceful scene.

Through the eyes of our guests...

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#outdoors #responsiblecamping #nature
#connectwithnature #offgrid #Alentejo
#rockroses #holmoaks #mediterraneanlandscape

A camper van with an open pop-up roof at Bubulcus & Bolotas, surrounded by wildflowers and holm oak trees. White rockrose flowers bloom abundantly in the foreground and background. The sky is partly cloudy, adding to the peaceful, springtime atmosphere of this natural setting.

The European bee-eaters are back in the skies! These beautiful birds have already arrived, adding bursts of colour and sound to our landscape as they hunt insects mid-air and raise their youngs in sandy riverbanks. A beautiful sign of the season’s turn—and a reminder of the richness of our biodiversity.

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Two vividly coloured European bee-eaters (Merops apiaster) perched on a bare, lichen-covered branch. One bird is mid-flight with wings fully spread, approaching the other, which is calmly perched and facing the incoming bird. The background is a pale, cloudy sky, giving focus to the birds' striking plumage in shades of turquoise, yellow, chestnut, and black. Photo was taken at Bubulcus & Bolotas by the guest Ane van Rees.

We’re Tânia and Waldemar, inspired by a deep love for nature and sustainable living. Our journey began with a transformative life change, embracing a zero-footprint lifestyle. Bubulcus & Bolotas was born from this, offering authentic and intimate connection with nature in a sustainable way. Join us as we share outdoor moments, while getting to know local biodiversity and to look up. Let's celebrate Earth together!

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A couple, Tânia and Waldemar, sitting on a mossy granite rock and surrounded by holm oaks. Behind the reception of Bubulcus & Bolotas Camping, an eco-frindly building with cork façades.

Thinking our relation to the environment... invite us to respect wildlife by observing without disturbing.

#naturephotography #wildlifeethics #respectnature #leavenotrace #naturelovers #sustainableliving #ecofriendly #thinkingnature #onewithnature #Alentejo #campinginportugal #bbcamping

Through the eyes of our guests...

#guestview #guestperspective #campinginportugal #bbcamping #sunrise #outdoors #goldenhour #Alentejo #naturelovers #landscape #sustainabletourism #nature

The Iberian green frog is one of our most common amphibian, found in our pond. Peeking over the moss, the Iberian green frog seems just as curious about us as we are about it.
Let us help protect its habitat and keep enjoying its evening calls.

#biodiversity #amphibians #connectwithnature #campinginportugal #bbcamping #sustainabletourism #wildlifephotography #conservation #sounscapes #pond #naturelovers #wildlife

With this year’s abundant rain, this delicate beauty thrives in still and slow-moving waters. Its finely divided underwater leaves and star-like white flowers support freshwater biodiversity, offering refuge to insects and small aquatic life. A quiet reminder that even the smallest plants play a big role in healthy ecosystems.

#biodiversity #wildplants #connectwithnature #campinginportugal #aquaticplants #sustainableliving #bbcamping #slowtravel #pond #camping

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