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Festivals of the West: Copper Mountain

With spring and summer approaching, Glamping is a great way to spend a weekend with all the activities nature has to offer. But, if you are looking for more activities to do while visiting an area here are a few local festivals to enjoy while glamping in Copper Mountain, Colorado.

Copper Mountain has a diverse summertime music scene that features an abundance of activities for the whole family. These festivals combined with the local feel and the stunning scenery Copper Mountain is the perfect place for a weekend getaway.

Between the months of July-August Copper Mountain will debut the following events:

July 11-13: Colorado Running Festival
August 8-10: Guitar Town Music Festival
August 22-24: 31st Annual Genuine Jazz & Wine
August 29-31: Copper Country Festival featuring live music and arts festival

For more information on these events check out: http://www.vacationroost.com/travel-info/mountain-music

As for lodging, Janet’s Hut is an amazing glamping location to stay at while visiting Copper Mountain.

Janet’s Cabin, which is located between Vail’s Pass and Copper Mountain, it is the original summit hut that has been running for 20 years.

The cabin is one of the most popular cabins and is opened for both winter and summer seasons.

Winter season runs from the day before Thanksgiving to mid-May and the Summer season begins in the middle of July through Labor Day. 

The cabin is a unique option for the summer because it is accessible only by foot or bike which provides for a quiet, remote experience. 

Janet’s Cabin sleeps 20 people in the winter and 14 in the summer, it is also equipped with a wood stove for heat, firewood, indoor composting toilets, a wood-fired sauna, solar powered lights, twin sized bunks with mattresses and pillows, cooking and eating utensils, toilet paper, paper towels and cleaning supplies.

For more information or bookings on this remote and stunning glamping destination, check out the website http://www.summithuts.org/Janets.html.

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Paws Up Glamping Location Featured on Forbes

The Resort at Paws Up was recently featured in an article with Forbes magazine.

The article chronicles a man who wanted to provide his 6 year old nephew with a billion dollar experience as opposed to the families whom take extravagant trips and leave the children at home.

Located in the beautiful, Blackfoot Valley, Paws Up is a 37,000 acre working cattle ranch that has 28 luxury homes, 30 decadent glamping tents and five private camps for extended families.

“With so much to offer, Paws Up is home to first class decadence on a grand scale. Something locals are proud to call ‘The Last Best Place,'” said, Jim Dobson a contributor to Forbes.

Having offered so many activities for him and his nephew, Dobson said that Paws Up really created a unique and un-forgettable experience for the both of them.

When staying at the Resort at Paws Up, there are many custom options for every glamper as well a well a highly trained and friendly staff, that make for an unforgettable glamping trip.

To read more about Dobson’s lush experience read his article: “A Billionaire Vacation In Montana Through The Eyes Of A Six Year Old: Chefs, Butlers and Snow Ghosts.”

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Glamping on Cockatoo Island

Cockatoo Island in Sydney, Australia used to be an island that held inmates and little orphaned girls, now this Island has recreated itself into a luxurious glamping destination.

Glamping on the Island is camping without all the hard work and with all the luxurious needed for the perfect experience.

On Cockatoo Island, the guest’s tents are already set up with bedding, all guest need to bring are clothes, food, non alcoholic drinks and of course a sense of adventure.

Glampers will have access to the communal camping kitchen that includes 10 barbecue areas, fridges, microwaves and boiling water.

Guest will need to bring their own cooking supplies to use the kitchen however, glampers also have the option to purchase food from Societe Overboard in advance.

Societe Overboard has a broad menu of cafe style meals and other food outlets on the island sell a range of food, beverages, and alcohol.

The campground also offers products for hire that include, sleeping mats, sleeping bags, pillows, towels, chairs, tennis equipment, ponchos, kitchen utensils, torches and a small variety of toiletries.

A glamping package on the island includes a pre-erected Safari bow tent, your choice of either two camp beds or a double bed with linens, towels, sun lounges, a cool box and a lantern.

The Cockatoo Island is a perfect place for a small getaway and a true glamping experience.

For more on this glamping destinations and to see a stunning view of Sydney harbor check out: http://www.cockatooisland.gov.au/stay/glamping

For more information on an experience at this glamping destination check out the Daily Mail article: “Ghost and Glamping on Cockatoo Island.”

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