Glamping is all about taking the advantages of the camping experience and adding a little extra fanciness. For those camping on a budget, it can be hard to imagine how to transform roll mats and tents into something more comfortable and less “hardy-campers”.
But check out these three ways, and you’ll soon plan your next getaway!
What is Glamping?
A glamorous camp transforms the simplicity of pitching a tent and adds glamour to the experience. You might think of yurts when you think of glamping, but that’s not the only way to camp in style. So how can you do it?
1. Upgrading The Standard Camping Experience
Not everyone can afford to do all-out luxury, but that doesn’t mean you can’t do it. Bring home comforts that will add glamour to your usual camping experience and make it a more enjoyable getaway. We recommend packing:
- A portable generator for extra power (using solar panels will mean you’re using green energy, which is better for the environment)
- Cushions
- Blankets
- Duvets
- Mattress (it’s an oversized item, but it saves sleeping on roll mats)
- Fairy Lights
- Bluetooth Speakers (for music and ambience)
Pack everything that will add comfort and style to your stay!
2. Ditching The Tent For A Yurt
The typical image of glamping is the yurt. Yurts will come with different price brackets to suit your budgets and needs. A great advantage of a yurt is often the wood burner they have inside of them, meaning you can clamp in style all year round.
Many campers choose camping because it prevents children and adults alike from being on their phones or devices for long durations. It’s a getaway that encourages connection, whether with yourself, your family, or the nature around you.
However, with some sites offering Wifi and charging points, you might be worried that a fancier experience might discourage connection. But what if everyone agrees to put their phones away or turn them off to enforce a phone-free day? That way, you can alter your habits and prevent your phone from taking over your life.
3. Going All-Out Luxury
It might be no surprise that Brexit, with the drop in the pound’s value, boosted a desire for domestic trips. Now, more than ever, the glamping options are expanding, and you can stay at sights that offer bars and spa treatments.
For some campers, this might be too far away from camping or too expensive. However, for those who like the finer things in life and aren’t ashamed to share it, going all-out with a fancier stay can take the experience to new heights. If this is you, consider staying somewhere that offers:
- Yurts or log cabins
- Spa treatments
- An on-site bar
- Spa treatments
- Hot tubs
- Saunas
Final Thoughts
Glamping is all about giving into the fancier getaway mindset. No matter what budget you’re working with, one of these ideas will suit you. So, for your next getaway, why not ditch the sleeping bag and embrace a duvet?