These days travel is all about experiences. Anyone can lay by a pool sipping rosé all day, so those looking to elevate their travel game will have to break the norms of what has historically been considered a luxury vacation.
While camping is not typically a luxurious experience, “glamping” has found a way to help people reconnect with nature and still provide the modern comforts upscale travel lovers want. Glamping has been growing in popularity with new glamping sites popping up all over the US, and they’re all trying to step up their game and create an unforgettable experience. This is the perfect summer to give glamping a try, imagine lavish tents nestled in picturesque landscapes, complete with cozy furnishings, gourmet dining, and personalized activities. Whether it's waking up to breathtaking views or indulging in the great outdoors, glamping provides a refreshing escape from the ordinary. Embrace nature without compromising on comfort, making each moment a luxurious adventure to remember.
Ofland Escalante
Located in southern Utah, Ofland is a 20-acre outdoor hotel, just down the road from tons of great hiking around Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. Travelers have a few different options here, choose: a Vintage Airstream, Deluxe Cabin, or Tiny Cabin. Each Vintage Airstream has been transformed into unique guest suites with modern comforts, like AC and running water, skylights, and plenty of space to spread out. The Deluxe Cabins offer panoramic windows, and private bathrooms complete with an outdoor shower. The Tiny Cabins accommodate up to two people and feature floor to ceiling glass windows offering stunning views of the Escalante landscape. On site there is an outdoor lounge with fire pits, an oversized pool and hot tub, a spa like bathhouse for those staying in an Airstream or Tiny Cabin, and best of all there is a drive-in movie theater complete with restored classic cars. Food trucks offer dining options at the outdoor lounge each night, or you can purchase a gourmet meal kit at the lounge store and make your own dinner over a camp fire. The drive-in plays a movie every night and provides free popcorn at the concession stand. Make sure you don’t tire yourself out hiking during the day because it’s worth stay up to take in the night sky!
AutoCamp Zion
One of Autocamp’s 9 locations, travelers will find a mix of desert luxury and wilderness immersion at AutoCamp Zion. Located right on the doorstep of Zion National Park, it is an oasis for guests after a long day of adventures in the national park. Here guests can choose between Airstreams and luxurious canvas tents, all thoughtfully designed to let you reconnect with nature while enjoying your favorite amenities. Stop by the clubhouse to grab a snack, sit by one of the fire pits, or cool off in the pool. AutoCamp also offers curated experiences for guests, like complimentary morning yoga!
Tammah Jackson Hole
Newly opened, Tammah Jackson Hole gives travelers the opportunity to star in geodesic domes just 5 minutes from Grand Teton National Park. Immerse yourself in the heart of Wyoming's wilderness, the geodesic domes offer majestic views of the Tetons during the day and breathtaking stargazing at night. Guests will have all the modern comforts they want, the domes are temperature controlled, feature a full bath, a king size bed, Wi-Fi, and a mini-kitchenette. Mingle with other guests, Tammah offers nightly s’mores and stargazing with a provided telescope. During the day take advantage of all the outdoor adventures Jackson Hole has to offer including hiking, kayaking, fly fishing, and mountain biking.
Clear Sky Resorts
Experience the future of luxury glamping when you stay in one of the unique sky domes at Clear Sky Resorts. Now with two locations, one near the iconic Grand Canyon opened in 2021 and the just opened Bryce Canyon location. The guest Sky Domes encircle a complex of activity domes and shared activity spaces, where guests can participate in lawn games, morning yoga, live music, s’more and campfires. There is a movie projection dome and the Bryce Canyon location has a dining dome housing the Sky Nova Café Bar & Grill, the Grand Canyon location has food trucks on site for guests to order from. Explore the National Parks by day and relax in luxury at night.
Terramor Outdoor Resort
An award-winning retreat committed to authentic, immersive experiences in nature, Terramor Outdoor Resort in Bar Harbor Maine is the perfect place to stay if you want to explore Acadia National Park. Choose from 5 different tent types, all offering an elevated experience with plush beds, electricity and WiFi. At Terramor you will find individual fire experiences at each tent so you can have your very own dedicated place under the stars. Terramor curates’ unique opportunities for guests to connect with nature through beekeeping, birdwatching, and “Bat Chats”, guests can embrace all the Maine wilderness has to offer!
Treebones Resort
Built along the rugged cliffs of the world-famous Big Sur, Treebones Resort provides travelers with the perfect blend of luxury and eco-adventure. Perched amidst towering redwoods, this off-grid coastal retreat offers a one-of-a-kind glamping experience. Guests can choose between luxurious yurts, autonomous tents, tiny cabins, and campsites with twig huts! Wake up to breathtaking ocean views and the soothing sounds of waves crashing below, setting the stage for a day filled with exploration and relaxation. Spend the day at the pool, go hiking, take a yoga class, or go on a whale watch. There are two restaurants onsite including a sushi bar with a must try Omakase experience. In order to maintain a restful and peaceful ambiance child under the age of 13 are not allowed to stay at the resort.
Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo
Experience the rustic charm and frontier spirit of the Wild West at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo, a Florida dude ranch and luxury glamping retreat nestled along the scenic Kissimmee River in Florida. Stay in one of the luxurious glamping tents or live like a pioneer in a covered wagon, transformed into a luxury cabin. The resort has activities and experiences for the whole family, take an airboat ride or a river cruise down the Kissimmee River. Tap into your inner cowboy with horseback riding, trap shooting, skeet shooting, or take in the Saturday night rodeo. With plenty of dining options and an outdoor pool Westgate River Ranch has everything you could need or want.
