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If you fancy camping but without leaving behind the luxuries of daily life then "glamping" may very well be the perfect solution for you.
Glamping is a term which applies to the concept of glamorously camping, a new way to experience the great outdoors but without having to give up all the little comforts that make staying at home, or going to a hotel, all the more appealing.
Glamping is simply enjoying the outdoors life whilst having a touch of luxury at the same time.
The best way to make your camping trip as enjoyable as possible is to decide exactly what you can and can't live without. If you can manage without electricity but don't want to be without running water then why not consider going to a camp site that offers indoor shower facilities.
If the thought of pitching your tent throws you into a cold sweat then look out for the variety of glamping accommodation options available. Yurts, tipis, eco-pods, retro and gypsy caravans are all available at sites through the United Kingdom, Europe and further afield.
There are now countless ways to enjoy the great outdoors without giving up the luxury of having a bed to rest your head in at the end of a busy day.
Some tents available to stay in have luxurious furnishings like beds, cushions, rugs and wooden storage chests. At some "glampsites" you might even find outdoor picnic tables, hammocks and firepits.
The array of gadgets now available for camping trips is growing at an astonishing rate and portable loos, private shower tents, fridges and electric power points are also now considered a necessity for those who are reluctant to ditch their home comforts.
Mobile phones and chargers plus iPods and docking stations are must-have items for modern campers as are hair straighteners and hairdryers. If you cannot live without your electrical gadgets then it is necessary to stay at a powered site.
A holiday spent outdoors can be just as enjoyable as a traditional break at a hotel and just because you have gone camping doesn't mean your home comforts have to stay at home.
No matter where you are staying, bringing along the luxuries of home only makes your experience all the more enjoyable.
If you are wine enthusiast then why not bring along a few bottles of your favourite. Little touches like scented candles make all the difference and help you to feel completely relaxed and rejuvenated.
Bring along books and magazines so you can relax and enjoy yourself, just as you would in the comfort of your own abode.
The easiest way to glamp is find a resort or upscale camping service that will provide all the basics, so all you have to bring are your additional personal luxuries. Whatever way you decide to go about glamping, make sure you have travel insurance, just as you would for any other type of holiday.
