The annual event was the culmination of 12 months of entry, judging and feedback as nearly 300 winners, supporters and tourism leaders celebrated at Eden Project for the first time in 10 years. In total 482 entries were submitted from across the region including Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Bath, Bristol, Somerset, Dorset, Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of…
At Bill Bensley’s new luxury tented camp inside the largest rainforest in Cambodia, guests enter the property by racing down one of the longest ziplines in Asia. Correspondent Ben Tracy asked, “What is the response from guests when they show up and realize they get to zipline into the hotel?” “So far everybody has done…
If you love the idea of being one with nature sans roughing it out, then opt for the next best thing: glamping. It’s basically camping with added luxury, style and fun – think spacious tipis, air beds, air-conditioning, and fairy lights. It also makes an ace outdoor alternative for birthday parties, romantic getaways, and family…
CNN — The glamping trend has swept through Asia, with new luxury tented camps setting up in the region’s most pristine locations. The latest additions include the soon-to-open Cardamom Tented Camp and Bill Bensley-designed Shinta Mani Wild, both in southwest Cambodia, and Rosewood Luang Prabang in the jungles of Laos. Better yet, many of Asia’s hottest…
Photo by Kroshka Nastya Thailand is best known for its tropical beaches, lavish royal palaces, ancient ruins, and beautifully decorated temples. The Land of Smiles also offers amazing wildlife encounters, making them a popular destination for animal tourists. From dolphins, sharks, and whales, to tigers, turtles, and even elephants, Thailand is filled with magical biodiversity…
Blue Water heads into 2023 with an exciting new management partnership and portfolio expansion OCEAN CITY, Md., March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Outdoor hospitality specialist Blue Water has recently partnered with HTR Resorts to manage operations of their properties. HTR Resort properties are best-in-class RV, camping, and glamping resorts throughout America with a focus on…
As local travel experts, we know what travelers are looking for when it comes to finding the perfect accommodations for their next trip. To compile our lists, we scour the internet to find properties with excellent ratings and reviews, desirable amenities, nearby attractions, and that something special that makes a destination worthy of traveling for.…
Dimpsey Glamping in the Blackdown Hills of Somerset has been awarded Gold by Visit England’s Quality in Tourism inspectors. This follows Dimpsey’s other recent successes, including winning Silver at the annual South West Tourism Excellence Awards finale earlier this month. The quality assessment looks at the quality and condition of the accommodation, including the living…
Taking a trip to Texas? Travelers will soon be able to spend the night in the world’s first 3-D-printed hotel—and yes, it looks as cool as it sounds. Nomads might already be familiar with El Cosmico, a hippy-style glamping site way out west in Marfa. The off-grid desert campground, founded by hospitality visionary Liz Lambert, is one of the…
Now You Can Glamp in a Rooftop Dome at the Watergate HotelShop the Look Dressed in a ’60s aesthetic, this geodesic dome offers a night under the stars and VIP service. Originally opened in 1967, the infamous Watergate Hotel closed for a six-year, $125 million renovation before welcoming guests again in June 2016. Reclaiming its…
