Summit Hotel Properties has revealed a new collaboration with Onera Escapes, commencing with the acquisition of a 90 percent joint venture stake in Onera Fredericksburg, a distinguished glamping asset nestled in Texas wine country. The partnership secures a 90 percent interest in an adjoining land parcel earmarked for future expansion. Onera Escapes This venture marks a milestone as the inaugural standalone glamping investment from a public REIT in the burgeoning segment. Forecasts indicate a robust 14 percent revenue Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2022 to 2030, underlining the sign ..read more

Outdoorsy, an outdoor travel and accommodation marketplace, has announced that its Co-Founder Jennifer Young has been named to Inc.’s 2024 Female Founders 250 List. Young and the other trailblazing female founders including Katy Perry and Morgan McLachlan (De Soi), Michelle Zatlyn (Cloudflare) and Hailey Rhode-Bieber (Rhode) were selected from a record-breaking number of pioneering and inspirational nominees. “Being recognized as a top female founder motivates me to continue pushing the boundaries in merging the outdoors and technology,” said Young. “At Outdoorsy, we are building the most holi ..read more

The Dyrt, an app for camping availability, photos and reviews, has found that more than half of campers camped with dogs in 2023.  The Dyrt’s 2024 Camping Report presented by The All-New Toyota Tacoma revealed that 53.7% of campers brought their pooches to the campsite last year. While dogs are by far the most popular pets to camp with, 5.8% of respondents said they went camping with cats. Other campers reported bringing along chickens, box turtles, guinea pigs and parrots. “We often run The Dyrt remotely from our camper van and Brandy, aka The Dyrt Dog, is w ..read more

The Dyrt, an app for camping availability, photos and reviews, has announced the winners of the 2024 Glampy Awards. Now in its third year, the Glampys recognize and honor the most unique and innovative glampground destinations throughout the United States. Glamping may have started out as a niche, but it has quickly gained momentum as a fast-growing segment of the camping industry. According to The Dyrt’s 2024 Camping Report, 26% of private camping properties surveyed said they now offer glamping. “My favorite part about the rise in the popularity of glamping is the creativity,” says Sara ..read more

On March 18, Bel Air Resorts Group, a leader in luxury real estate and hospitality, announced its strategic expansion into Upstate New York, marking the latest addition to its portfolio of unique glamping destinations. Bel Air Resorts Group The Group, known for its pioneering design and luxury lodging across North America, has acquired a 70-acre parcel in Upstate New York to develop a state-of-the-art luxury glamping resort. The expansion builds on the Group’s impressive trajectory from the scenic vistas of Mont Tremblant, Canada, to the paradisiac beaches of Eleuthera, Bahamas, and the gree ..read more

Suppliers Spot this week announced the launch of an innovative online marketplace where suppliers and park owners within the RV Park and Campground Outdoor Hospitality Industry can buy and sell products or services on a secure, online platform. This one-stop-shop solution provides a secure environment for transactions, communication, and advertising. Suppliers Spot offers a user-friendly interface designed to streamline the buying and selling process for suppliers and park owners. With easy navigation and simple features, users can browse, purchase, and advertise products and services.&nbs ..read more

Life Intents, the premier canvas tent maker known for its handcrafted, high-end designs, is revolutionizing the way outdoor enthusiasts shop for their next adventure shelter. Today, the company unveils its industry-first Augmented Reality (AR) Tent Viewer, taking the guesswork out of camping tent selection and immersing customers in a virtual campsite experience. Imagine: no more tent-sized uncertainties. With just a tap on your phone or tablet, you can seamlessly place any Life Intents camping tent in your desired outdoor space. Virtually examine their spacious sizes, inspect the meticulou ..read more

Further strengthening its offering for hospitality partners and travelers, this week Sensible Weather announced its newest Weather Guarantee: a protection against high heat.  First launching the Weather Guarantee to protect businesses and their guests from the impact of rain on outdoor activities and experiences, such as hotel stays, golf and camping, Sensible recognizes how various weather conditions can negatively impact outdoor experiences. With 2023 as the hottest year on record, and 2024 shaping up to be even hotter, high heat has emerged as a significant factor affecting c ..read more

The American Glamping Association (AGA) has officially unveiled its latest initiative, the Glamping University, a pioneering online educational platform aimed at bolstering the capabilities of both new and existing glamping operators.  The announcement marks a significant step forward in professionalizing and enhancing the glamping sector, offering a comprehensive Glamping Operators Certificate program developed and instructed by seasoned experts in the field. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by the sector, the AGA has curated a series of courses that cover a wide rang ..read more

The Dyrt, an app for camping, recently completed a survey of campers showing that nearly one-third (31.2%) camped during the winter in 2023. The study also found that of 80 million campers in the U.S., 1.7 million (2.1%) of those are glampers. When comparing with 2021, 10% more of their community said they went glamping in 2022. Property owners are also responding to this increase in demand; of those who added a new form of camping to their site, 44% added glamping – the most of any camping type by far. Winter camping sharply increased by 40% between 2019 and 2021, and this new surve ..read more