6 of the best glamping locations in the world
Love the outdoors but hate “roughing it”? Then glamping might be for you. Here are the top five glamping locations found throughout the world for the times when you want luxury and to be in touch with nature.
1. Roar and Snore: Sydney Taronga Zoo, Australia
If a day at the iconic Sydney Taronga Zoo just isn’t enough for you the zoo offers the Roar and Snore, an overnight stay in the midst of it, complete with a buffet and intimate night-time tour of the grounds. The tents are even situated on the Mosman headland, giving guests an unparalleled view of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
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2. Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle: Sop Ruak, Thailand
Save for the fact that you’re in the midst of an elephant laden safari, guests at this resort might never know they’re camping. The massive tents include timber floors, air conditioning, spa treatments and even hot tubs.
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3. Treehotel: Sweden
Designed by innovative Scandinavian architects, this resort is a sight to behold. Treehotel features rooms architecturally inspired by bird’s nests, dragon fly wings, space ships, and one cube constructed of mirrors. And as the name implies, they’re all perched within the pine tree tops of Sweden.
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4. Onguma Tented Camp: Namibia, Africa
Located on the Onguma Game Reserve, this tented resort is home to over 30 different animal species, including lions which can be seen and heard. The reserve is also home to rhinos, leopards and hyenas. The luxurious, rustic resort has canopy style beds and boasts a swimming pool and watering hole.
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5. Whitepod: Switzerland
Well this resort doesn’t necessarily fall into the traditional idea of camping, that’s what glamping is all about. The Whitepod offers igloo-esque accommodations that are appropriate for winter or summer stay. The five-star resort has in-room fireplaces and incomparable views of the Swiss expanse.
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6. Avant Garde Camping, Anywhere in Australia
If your qualms with camping come merely from your reluctance to set up your own tent, then this one is for you. While not as inclusively luxurious as the other resorts on this list, the ingenuity of Avant Garde Camping is that you tell them where to go and they outfit your camp site with comfortable, European style tents, throw rugs, luxurious pillows, blankets and lighting.
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