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Buy glamping tents to invest in a growing market with high potential Glamping is taking flight in Asia. The luxury camping, or glamping, trend has been around for a while but it’s gaining more momentum as we speak. It offers stylish camping experiences in a  luxurious glamping tent . In Thailand and Cambodia, you can already find luxury camping resorts and in Vietnam, we are seeing the first traces of glamping. We talked to Dang Huynh, our experienced dealer in Vietnam, about this growing market. Read on to find out more about glamping and high-quality glamping tents and how to benefit from this popular way of holiday-making! Asia's glamping trend Although luxury camping is not completely new in Asia, some countries are only just discovering the potential. Dang explains: “From here in Vietnam, if we look at our neighbouring countries like Cambodia and Thailand, you’ll find various glamping resorts. One of the most famous ones in Thailand dates back as far as 2011 and in Cambodia,

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

At the foot of the Smoky Mountains (United States), you’ll find The Ridge Outdoor Resort: a campervan and glamping resort that aims at the high-end market with guests who are looking for a luxurious stay. Being one of the first and few resorts that  purchased glamping tents  and offer glamping in the area, it is interesting to take a closer look into the challenges and results of their glamping journey. We talked with Jessica Hale ( Director of Operations)  about everything from distinguishing your site, to  stylish accommodation  and return on investment. Read on to discover how you can benefit from glamping as well! Glamping tents for campsites It is important to distinguish your site from others in the area.  The Ridge Outdoor Resort  is the only destination in the area that is based around high-end glamping. ‘Our  glamping tents are fully furnished . They have linen and full kitchenettes, which makes them more high-end than the bring your own bedding accommodation others offer.’ Th

Extend the season Buitenplaats Beekhuizen  was one of the first ‘glamping only’ destinations in the Netherlands four years ago. Nowadays, you can enjoy a glamping holiday in several pods and safari tents. The location, in the middle of nature in the Veluwezoom National Park, contributes to the popularity of this destination. A holiday in the Veluwe is always a good idea and that is why  Buitenplaats Beekhuizen started looking at possibilities to  extend the holiday season  and make winter glamping possible. We spoke with Bas Rosier, Park Manager at Buitenplaats Beekhuizen, about winter glamping and the developments that have occurred within the park to date. Why did Buitenplaats Beekhuizen choose for "glamping only"? At Buitenplaats Beekhuizen, you can stay overnight in a pod or a  luxury safari tent  with a party ranging from two to seven people. There are two reasons why they decided to opt for ‘glamping only’. “First of all, we saw that market trends were changing and that

The time has come: your first glamping season starts. You bought your safari tents , we built them and now your first guests arrive. Bring on the holiday season! We can imagine that you want to keep your glamping tents in good condition for as long as possible so that you can welcome guests for years to come. Read our five tips to extend the lifespan of your glamping tents. Tip 1. Inform your guests The most important tip is to advise your guests about the correct use of the glamping tents. We highly recommend that you put an instruction sheet in the tent or visit your guests on arrival to explain the use of the safari tent yourself because proper use of glamping tents increases their lifespan. Your guests need to be made aware of several things when using the safari tent to reduce the risk of damage to the material and to prevent possible leakages. ● Ask your guests not to hang any wet laundry or towels over the canvas. It can be tempting for guests to hang up their wet towels but thi

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