If you’d like to spend a holiday out in the wilderness, but you’d rather do so with the help of a few creature comforts, then a glamping trip might be just what’s required.
As you might gather, glamping is camping – but just a little bit more glamorous. But is it right for you, and is it worth the price of admission?
What is Glamping?
Glamping is a little bit like camping, except that the accommodation is much more comfortable. You won’t have to sleep on the cold hard ground, and you’ll have access to proper cooking and washing facilities.
What’s included?
The amenities that get thrown into a glamping location will tend to vary from place to place. In some cases, you’ll find that you get a full flush toilet built right into your tent; in others, you might struggle to find a place to charge your phone.
In most cases, you can expect toilets, proper bedding, and electricity to be available – but it’s worth checking with the site in question if you want to avoid any nasty surprises. What you’re really paying for is the location – everything else is there to make your stay that much more bearable and avoid the discomfort that puts off so many would-be campers.
What to pack?
So, if you’re going on a glamping trip, what should you pack?
Given that things vary from site to site, it’s worth checking in advance what comes with your tent. In general, however, it’s always worth packing a few core essentials. Remember that you can take things with you that you don’t end up using, but you can’t use anything you don’t take with you. If you’re able to lease a decent-sized car, you’ll find that you have room for everything you need.
Sleeping bags, pillows and a duvet are usually a great idea, as are torches, wellies, and a portable power bank (the chances are good that you’ll need extra juice while you’re away from the site). You’ll also need washing up equipment, like bowls, liquids, sponges, and tea-towels. If you’re going to be eating well, you’ll need cutlery, knives, tin-openers, and other utensils.
It’s also worth thinking about how you’ll entertain yourself. Generally speaking, this means packing a few books and magazines, folding chairs, and portable bluetooth speakers. It’s usually a good idea to leave screens at home – after all, you’re supposed to be connecting with nature, even if you are doing so in a way that’s a little more comfortable.
Why Glamping?
A glamping trip confers a few benefits. It tends to be ecologically friendly, compared to traditional hotel-based holidays. It’ll also bring you closer to the natural world, and to the family and friends you take with you. It’ll also give you a chance to socialise with other like-minded people, and to have experiences outdoors that you might otherwise not have enjoyed.
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