It is quite possible to rest as close to nature as possible, but with hotel-level comfort. All you need to do is stay at a glamping site. Find out what the accommodation format is and where to find the best glamping sites in the world

Not so long ago, recreation in nature was associated with the absence of a bathroom and running water, but in exchange for this, tourists received the feeling of being in nature. However, the world is changing and more and more often you can hear about a new type of accommodation - glamping. What are these hotels and where are the best glamping sites in the world? We tell.

What is glamping?

Literally from English, "glamping" is translated as glamorous camping (a combination of the words glamor and camping). This is a relatively new format of accommodation facilities, which is usually a stylish and quite modern building, the roof of which can be made of glass, and the walls of wood.

Also, it should not be confused with camping, because it is not just a tent on a platform, a glamping must have a toilet and shower, stylish furniture, soft bedding, electricity, Wi-Fi, even air conditioning and a kitchen.

Usually, glamping sites are located in the main tourist spots - in the mountains, forests, on the sea and river coasts.

The history of glamping

The first to relax comfortably in tents were the medieval kings, who pitched huge tents during their campaigns, where there were many amenities for the highest persons. Later, this format was borrowed by rich hunting enthusiasts who made expeditions in Africa and South America. Back then, their tents housed not only comfortable beds, but also entire libraries and real cast-iron bathtubs.

In the modern world, this format of recreation gained popularity in the mid-2000s in Great Britain. Then the organizers of music festivals began to arrange comfortable campsites to attract the most demanding visitors. Gradually, this format of recreation began to gain popularity around the world.

9 best places in the world for a glamping holiday

Camp Jack, Botswana

There are quite a few safari camps in Botswana, one of the best being Jack's Glamping, located in the heart of the Kalahari Desert. This glamping site combines outdoor recreation and wildlife viewing with the comfort of a luxury hotel. Jack's camp is one of the most memorable places in Africa.

Shinta Mani Wild, Cambodia

Designed by renowned resort designer Bill Bensley, Shinta Mani Wild is an ultra-luxury glamping site in Cambodia that combines world-class hospitality with sustainability and conservation. Glamping is located in the heart of the wilderness, where Bokor and Kirirom National Parks meet.

Fifteen purpose-built tents are located above rushing waters and waterfalls, offering fantastic views. We can safely say that this place is unlike any resort in Asia.

Clayoquot Wilderness Resort, British Columbia, Canada

Open from May to September, Clayoquot Wilderness Resort is an exotic destination that combines comfort with the beauty of wilderness in Canada's Pacific Rim National Park. This unique 21st century safari-style glamping enclave with large white canvas tents, dining rooms, lounges and spa tents offers fine dining and exciting adventures.

Twenty luxury tents are furnished with antique furniture, plush carpets, down comforters, remote-controlled wood stoves and other amenities, but watch out for black bears and whales.

Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert, UAE

Al Maha Resort & Spa, A Luxury Collection Desert is located in a green oasis of palm trees, deep in the magical dunes and desert of Dubai. Al Maha introduces tourists to Bedouin heritage and architecture, and offers a sense of adventure in the desert.

The deluxe rooms, reminiscent of Bedouin tents, blend gently into the desert and offer unparalleled luxury. Beautifully furnished with a collection of authentic Arabian artefacts and antiques, all suites have private plunge pools and offer stunning views of the Dubai Desert Reserve and its wildlife (gazelles and Arabian oryx).

Nayara Tented Camp, Costa Rica

Located in central Costa Rica, Nayara Tented Camp is one of the first luxury camps in Central America. The luxurious and spacious tents are built on a hillside, offering fantastic views of the famous Arenal Volcano.

All tents feature a private plunge pool, and the interior/exterior design combines modern touches of luxury with unique local design.

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Aman-i-Khás, India

Aman-i-Khás is a wilderness glamping site nestled in rugged scrub forest on the edge of Ranthambore National Park. It is open from October to May, which is the best time for wildlife watching.

Aman-i-Khás offers accommodation in 10 luxurious, air-conditioned tents built in Mongolian style. There are also three separate tents for dining, spa treatments and relaxation. Twice-daily guided tours take guests into the park to see tigers, leopards, hyenas, sloth bears, crocodiles and deer.

Wild Coast Tented Lodge, Sri Lanka

Wild Coast Tented Lodge is located in the world-famous Yala National Park, home to a large population of leopards. This luxury tented camp is in a stunning location where the jungle meets the pristine coastline overlooking the blue waters of the Indian Ocean. The 28 tented rooms of the cottage fit perfectly into the surrounding landscape thanks to the use of carefully selected natural materials. The layout in the shape of a leopard paw print alludes to the area's most famous resident.

Karijini Eco Retreat, Australia

If glamping in the Australian outback sounds like your dream, then look no further than this luxury eco retreat in Karijini National Park.

Each tent is equipped with beds, luxury bedding, bedroom furniture and wooden floors.

Whitepod, Switzerland

This unique glamping site is located in the Swiss Alps and is one of the most luxurious winter glamping sites in the world. Located at 1,400 meters above sea level, each of the lodges is equipped with all the amenities you could need, including even a pellet stove and private bathroom.

A glamping vacation is a great way to comfortably spend time with loved ones in harmony with nature. So this summer, enjoy the beauty of the world and its diverse landscapes in numerous glamping sites.

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