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Make your campsite stand out with glamping

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La Vallée Verte , in the south of France, has created unforgettable experiences for the past 25 years. It is a 5-star terraced campsite with 80 campground pitches and 60 accommodation units, located on a hillside near the river Cèze. The gorgeous location and unique facilities underlie their slogan, ‘the luxury of nature’. Read on to find out more about La Vallée Verte and their YALA canvas lodges. The owner, Liesbeth Sinnema, spoke with us about the challenges and  benefits  of offering  unique glamping accommodation  and the ways it strengthens her business. “When guests arrive, they get immersed immediately in endless green valleys. We have 89 acres that offer accommodation on multiple terraces. The small forests between accommodation areas make us a truly natural campsite. That is why we advertise our campsite with the slogan, ‘le luxe de la nature’ (the luxury of nature). The comfort offered by our luxurious accommodation and facilities, combined with our location, rightfully make

Hello glamping, goodbye mobile homes

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Camping is growing in popularity across Europe, the United States and Canada, as more and more people discover the joys of getting closer to nature. Nowadays, people want to camp in style and, rather than opting for a basic tent, or an outdated mobile home,  they are choosing glamping . Read more to find out reasons for you to purchase glamping tents  instead of mobile homes.     Holiday park De Pier – The Netherlands The demand for luxury Often, mobile homes are outdated and basic. They no longer meet the expectations of potential guests who prefer more luxurious, shorter breaks. They are looking for a glamorous, but affordable stay in an accommodation that provides a real home from home. Think about offering  a safari tent, complete with its own bathroom , fully equipped kitchen and perhaps a hot tub. Mobile homes simply no longer make the grade. Check out the possibilities of  our glamping lodges . Campsites are replacing mobile homes with glamping tents Over the last couple of year

Seven tips to ensure your glamping site is fully booked

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If you’re about to purchase glamping tents  and open your glamping site, you want to get as many bookings as possible. We share some tips on how to build your reputation and attract a steady stream of guests. You'll get more bookings for your glamping in no time! Tip 1: Promotion through existing websites When you already have a website that potential guests can access, it is important to stand out and build traffic to your site. Despite it’s not always easy as a new business starting out, by connecting yourself to a larger travel website you can reach a wider audience. Tip 2: Join an affiliate network Consider joining an affiliate network. This is an intermediary between you and websites promoting glamping sites. These networks promote your destination and, if guests use the network to book your site, then you pay commission. One of the most popular affiliate networks is  TradeTracker . Tip 3: Online advertising You can also pay for online advertising with travel operators, online

A glamping site with a restaurant, a winning combination

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The combination of a campsite and restaurant has proven to be a very lucrative one. Campsite owners can offer lunch, a breakfast service, drinks, snacks and dinner for guests who can’t be bothered to cook. Moreover, it’s convenient for holidaymakers and provides extra revenue for the owners. Here are some ideas if you’re thinking about adding a restaurant to your glamping site. Photo by Jay Wennington on Unsplash Great experience Consumers are searching for meaningful holiday experiences that they will remember for years to come. Part of that experience includes great food and wine. Across Europe and the US, consumers are eating out more than ever – and are also willing to pay more for it. If you provide luxurious camping then consider offering guests the full package – a range of great food onsite. You can even use glamping tents as a restaurant space to complete the experience. Feel free to  contact us for the possibilities. Personal approach Consumers around the globe want the comp

Thinking of starting a glamping?

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Do you dream of changing your life and starting your own glamping campsite? Like any new business, it’s not always easy and you have to get the basics right. We - YALA luxury canvas lodges - give you some tips to start with glamping. If you have any questions after reading our blog, don't hesitate to  contact us . Sunshine safari tent from YALA luxury canvas lodges 1. What is your motivation? First you need to work out exactly why you want to buy glamping tents and start a glamping business – did you stay at one as a guest and loved the experience? Is it a way of leaving behind the nine to five routine of work? Or do you see it as a financial opportunity? Can you bring something new to the market? Identify your motivation and write a list of the pros and the cons – so that you have a realistic view of what you want to achieve. 2. Who are you targeting? If you’re all fired up and ready to start a glamping business, which potential market are you targeting? Is it families with chi