The Glamping Show, the UK’s only dedicated glamping trade show, has confirmed a record number of exhibitors so far for its eighth year this September. Held annually at the NAEC Stoneleigh in Coventry, West Midlands, The Glamping Show is widely recognised as the one-stop-shop for starting and improving short-term rental businesses. The trade show is to be held on 14, 15 and 16 September 2023 and the organisers have already confirmed over 50 exhibition stands as of March this year – a record-breaking number when compared with the same time in previous years. Past shows have attracted over 120 un ..read more

New research from a multi-award-winning African-based travel company Go2Africa is revealing key trends within the country’s safari industry in their first ‘Annual African Safari Travel Report’.   Go2Africa, which has operated since 1998, commissioned the report to outline key trends within Africa’s safari industry. The report provides insights into the market for travellers and tour operators.    All data in the report comes internally from the tour operator with a sample size of more than 40,000 records. The report unearths that  ..read more

The US travel sector needs to reframe its messaging around the sustainable actions being taken by its destinations and businesses to remain competitive with European markets. According to Pieter van Berkel, president of the International Inbound Travel Association and president of tour operator Travelco, there is an enduring perception problem with European tourists in the US. The issue was a major topic of discussion at the association’s summit last week. Yosemite National Park European countries are perceived to be much more advanced when it comes to sustainability, leading some potential ..read more

Lincolnshire-based, Alfresco Arch have a reputation for unique arch-shaped structures based around their patented skeleton of pre-tensile arches, using an order of architecture, dating back thousands of years. The Bathroom Arch Their latest innovation provides sites with an attractive, low maintenance bathroom solution for Glamping sites and event organisers. The arch design complements the architecture of a yurt or other glamping unit, which requires a bathroom. The Bathroom Arch Why a Bathroom Arch? Campers expect clean, modern toilets and shower facilities on campsites. Co ..read more

YALA luxury canvas lodges, a supplier of safari tents and glamping lodges, is the first in the market to launch a unique insulated canvas. Safari tents with inner tents made of insulated canvas retain heat longer, allowing glamping owners to extend the rental season.  ‘For our customers worldwide, extending the rental season is a priority. The longer they can rent out their glamping tents, the higher the occupancy rate and, thus, the turnover. Our new insulated canvas will help with this,’ says Caroline Koekkoek, Commercial Director at YALA. YALA Dreamer New canvas with a high insulatio ..read more

Set in the mountains of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates, the Floating Retreat by Ardh Architects will allow you to stay in a tent – suspended in mid-air. While that thought alone may cause your stomach to turn, the unique lodging stands to be an exhilarating opportunity to test your bravery and dangle over some awe-inducing views. The Dubai-based company is creating the campsite’s design in collaboration with Sharjah’s developmental leaders to promote environmental awareness. Sharjah Floating Retreat The pods boast a simple design, made of only fabric and chromoly ste ..read more

Enchanted Creations is pleased to announce an official partnership with a large construction firm and its group of companies in Leeds, UK. This partnership not only offers them the resources to manufacture in-house, but also brings valuable resources such as in-house architects, project managers, and access to trades. W.I.P Kabina Luxury Cabin This means Enchanted Creations can assist you with turnkey projects when needed, bespoke one-off projects, building infrastructure & services and ancillary buildings, for your glamping accommodation project. Open Day Announcement Enchanted Cre ..read more

Canopy & Stars, one of the UK’s leading booking platforms for outdoor holidays, has released a report into the state of the glamping industry. The report shows that whilst the popularity of glamping continues to rise, flexibility is key for operators looking to attract guests this year.   Key findings from the report include: Glamping revenue has doubled since pre-pandemic levels The glamping season has expanded outside of summer months, with September and October stays up 45% (against 2019), and year-round spaces such as cabins and treehouses increasing in popularity  Over 50 ..read more

Did you know some people plan trips focused on getting a better night’s sleep? Sleep tourism has been growing in popularity for a number of years, with an increasing amount of sleep-focused stays popping up in hotels and resorts across the world. Think pillow menus to ensure you have the most comfortable night based on your favoured sleep position, rooms specifically designed to block out all outside noise so you can focus on rest, and recorded sleep meditations available to listen to as you doze off.   Although the idea is not totally new, industry experts are observing a greater in ..read more

Discover the Luxury Lodge 40 and an exclusive promotion from Glamping Innovations. The demand for unique and luxurious outdoor experiences has led to an explosion in the popularity of glamping in recent years… and this trend is showing no sign of slowing down. Not just another Safari Tent? Completely the opposite. The Luxury Lodge 40 is designed to raise the bar when it comes to quality and performance. A robust frame made of 100 mm spruce and pine supports the fire-retardant 660-gram PVC roof, along with an inner tent made from high-quality KA-46 canvas from Ten Cate. It’s this unique comb ..read more