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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Glamping in Coventry and Warwickshire

The Warwick Castle offers a unique Glamping experience, with 41 comfortable canvas tents that offer electricity, warmth and a clean bed.

At the Castle, an overnight glamping package includes a sleepover in one of the exclusive fully set up mediaeval tents plus a two day priority entrance to the Castle.

In addition, there is a VIP parking and evening Mediaeval entertainment with a free have a go archery, Jester’s School and Knight’s School.

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The Tiny Wooden House, inspired to create miniature architecture, is located on a working arable farm.

It offers all the comforts, proportions and appointments of a normal two-bedroom home with tiny footprints.

Guest will find a well appointed kitchen with granite tops, a fold away dining table that seats five, a living room with wood burner, stow away sofa, separate showers as well as toilets and a master bedroom with a king size double bed on the ground floor.

The first floor, offers 3 single beds around the fold down staircase as well as central heating to keep warm.

The South African style wooden veranda features an indoor wood fire BBQ which doubles up as an open wood burner.

In addition, to the other amenities, the tiny home offers a wood fired private hot tub.

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The Yurtshire Umberslade Farm Park, is located on the gorgeous Warwickshire countryside.

This site offers 3 handcrafted yurts that have steam bent ash beams and a unique round top.

The yurts all have rustic and cozy interiors that are furnished with a double bed, a single futon, a private flushing toilets and hot gas showers.

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The Hill Farm in Southam’s Priors Hardwick, is set on a 450 acre working farm.

This glamping destination offers a special 1800s Shepherd’s Hut on the orchard below the main garden.

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For more information on these spectacular destinations check out the coventry telegraph’s article; “Look: Where to go ‘glamping’ in Coventry and Warwickshire.”

Dom’Up the latest Glamping Trend for Treehouses

Dom’Up is a new suspension style cabin and the latest invention on an innovative Treehouse.

This treehouse is easy to install and leaves no impact on the surrounding environment or the trees it is suspended on.

Dom’Up features a lightweight octagonal platform that is suspended between two trees, and is reportedly much better for the tree’s than regular treehouses.

In addition, the structure leaves no trace on the trees and each tree can adapt itself to constant tension, leaving no impact on the landscape.

Dom’Up uses a arboreal fixing system and is 172 square feet, it features a UV-resistant double canvas tent, protective roofing with thermo-welded tarpaulin, a large terrace and an open interior space.

The structure itself is made from galvanized steel, natural wooden flooring and external railing for additional security.

According to Gizmag.com article: “Dom’Up takes camping in the trees to new heights,” it only takes two days to install and stay in the trees for years.

However, the ropes and straps need to be replaced every 5 years for safety reasons.

Dom’Up could make a great addition to any Glamping destination or resort to give guest the ultimate experience in the treetops.

For more information on this product check out the website: http://www.domup.be/

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