MooVert and Aurae Cocoon have announced a strategic partnership aimed at developing and enhancing the glamping tourism offering in France. This collaboration seeks to provide unique and sustainable accommodation options for travelers seeking authentic experiences. While many owners of vacation rentals, B&Bs, and campgrounds possess the space to develop this new offering, they may lack the necessary guidance. Moreover, farmers, often grappling with economic challenges, have the opportunity to broaden their revenue streams by incorporating tourism offerings on their prope ..read more

Agriland.co.uk reported that rural landowners and farmers are should consider the VAT intricacies involved in launching a glamping venture. Saffrey LLP, an accountancy firm, highlighted the growth of glamping within the UK tourism sector, presenting an appealing diversification avenue for rural enterprises. While glamping offers a promising revenue stream for landowners, navigating VAT regulations is essential. Saffrey emphasized that glamping services are subject to standard VAT rates, necessitating careful financial planning. For UK suppliers, exceeding the VAT registration threshold trigger ..read more

Koto will be attending an Open Day at The Point, Polzeath on Saturday 4th May, showcasing its luxury cabins available for purchase. Koto x The Point They warmly invite all members of the community who are interested in owning a Koto at The Point to join us from 11am to 4pm. The modular cabins, situated on the North Cornwall Coast, are built for users to immerse themselves in nature from the comfort of a unique, minimal, eco-friendly cabin designed exclusively for The Point. The 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom cabins have been thoughtfully designed to blend into the natural coastal landscape ..read more

Two award-winning names in the glamping industry have joined forces with the launch of a new partnership between glampsite experts Tractors & Cream and geodome manufacturer TruDomes. Well-known throughout the glamping community and beyond, Vicki and Bryan Jones own the Tractors & Cream eco retreat in Somerset which includes seven TruDomes geodomes and was featured on BBC Two show My Unique B&B. TruDomes and Tractors & Cream at Glamping Show Americas The husband-and-wife couple will be using their wealth of experience in launching and running a successful glamping business to ..read more

In a significant announcement that sets the tone for the economic trajectory of the UK, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Spring 2024 Budget outlines strategic fiscal adjustments aimed at fostering long-term growth amidst challenging times. Moderncampground.com reported that the outdoor hospitality industry stands at the forefront of experiencing direct and indirect impacts from these policy shifts. One of the standout measures in the Chancellor’s budget is the scrapping of certain tax breaks for holiday let landlords.  “I am concerned that this tax regime is creating a distortion meaning that the ..read more

ENVI Lodges, a pioneering luxury ecolodge brand known for its commitment to sustainability and immersive experiences in nature, is expanding its African presence after signing a new lodge on the outskirts of Arusha in Tanzania. ENVI Kili The 20-key ENVI Kili marks the hospitality company’s second venture in East Africa, with a deal to manage the ENVI Paje ecolodge in Zanzibar inked last year, according to hospitalitynet.org. The camp’s tented cabins, designed by Tenthouse Structures, represent ENVI’s third collaboration with the renowned architectural firm and are ‘custom configured to suit ..read more

SaffronStays proudly unveils SaffronStays Big Dipper, India’s highest all-weather glamping site nestled amidst the majestic mountains of Bir and Barot Valley at an impressive elevation of 9,000 feet above sea level. SaffronStays Big Dipper Drawing inspiration from the celestial beauty of the Big Dipper constellation, this extraordinary destination offers guests a chance to immerse themselves in the splendor of the Milky Way Galaxy, visible with the naked eye thanks to its pristine location. SaffronStays Big Dipper What sets SaffronStays Big Dipper apart is its dual commitment to luxury and ..read more

Hilton has entered an exclusive partnership with premier outdoor hospitality company AutoCamp. AutoCamp The partnership will offer Hilton guests an experience that blends the spirit of an iconic outdoor adventure with the hospitality and design-forward thinking of a boutique hotel, in spectacular settings that include properties adjacent to popular national parks. Hilton guests can now add National Parks, custom Airstreams, luxury tents and starry skies to their bucket lists. AutoCamp stays will be bookable on Hilton’s direct channels in the coming months, giving Hilton guests direct access ..read more

Wildfox Resorts‘ first location will offer a unique combination of adventure and wellbeing experiences set against panoramic views of the South Wales Valleys. Wildfox Resorts Established in 2021, Wildfox Resorts has a mission to establish the next generation of resorts – redfining adventure, leisure and wellness tourism, fusing natural beauty with sensitive design and operations. Following planning consent for its first resort, Afan Valley, in November 2022, the team began work on site to prepare the ground for construction. Work initially began at the end of May, but stopped just a few mont ..read more

The Community of Madrid works toward sustainable tourism by introducing a new glamping category within its regulations for tourist campsites and RV areas. This move aims to cater to the growing demand for eco-friendly travel options, combining luxury with environmental stewardship. With this new category, Madrid is simplifying the administrative process for campsite operators, moving from traditional authorisations to a more streamlined declaration of responsibility system.  A noteworthy aspect of the regulations is the introduction of a star-based classification system. The draft decr ..read more