What Accommodation Type is the BEST for Glamping?

Many courtiers started to open their borders and are trying to activate tourism industries again. As tourists, you might be still worried about catching COVID-19. After the pandemic, it is said that people will care about these things below when they decide their destinations.

– Securing them to have a social distancing

– Close to home

– Can enjoy outdoor recreations

– Minimizing risk concerns

Therefore, driving, camping and glamping would be great options for you to dispel such concerns.

What is “Glamping”?

Have you ever heard about glamping? “Glamping” is a mixture of the words; Glamourous + Camping. In other words, we can call them upscale camping. Glamping involves more comfortability and luxury to your staying, while camping involves a simple bed, sleeping bag, DIY and inconvenience. Glamping started to be more and more popular in the world.

A Wide Variety of Glamping Accommodations

There are no universally accepted classifications or categorisations for glamping accommodation units. Therefore, there are various types of accommodations. From bubble tents to igloo domes, cabins and safari tents, every type of accommodations has unique characteristics. In this article, we’d like to introduce about some of them and their advantages and disadvantages.

(1) Glamping Pods

Glamping pods are simple wooden or caravan huts. You can have beds, tables, chairs and bathrooms. They range in size. The capacity is usually 2-4 people. Wooden houses will protect you from any weathers such as strong wind, snow and rain. In addition, their solid doors will protect you from unexpected and unwelcome animals and intruders. Also they aren’t well-insulated. However, It might be cold in winter. Then, you need to look after them very well, which means the pods need lots of maintenance and repairs such as regular painting of interior and exterior of wood and roof repairing.

(2) Treehouse

A treehouse is a platform or building built into a tree. They are built around a tree and usually above ground level. Therefore, they might have an internet connection problems and issues of insects. In addition, if there is a bush fire, it will burn the house easily. However, you can feel connection with nature.

(3) Bell Tent

Bell tent has been the most traditional type of glamping tents and they are circular shape. They feature one central pole and are made of a heavy-duty cotton canvas fabric. Their strengths are waterproof, inexpensive and easy to set up. They also have a variety of colours and designs. However, you can’t enjoy a view from the tent because they don’t have windows. The ventilation is limited. In addition, there are no separate living spaces, which means it isn’t suitable for people who want their own rooms or privacy. For this reason, bell tents would be best used for couples or small families. Bell tents could be very hot during summer. Moreover, because of the material, it is easily torn.

(4) Geo Dome

Geodesic dome is a hemispherical thin-shell structure, the steel structure of geodesic dome is able to withstanding any harsh weather such as heavy snow loads, hurricane and earthquakes. Also, they are super energy efficient, and an amazing air circulation keeps temperature in the dome comfortable. Geo Domes’ weak point is that it is difficult to create divisions inside the dome. Additionally, because of the design of the dome, there will be an acoustic problems. You might need to consider the possibility of sound echoing throughout the space.

(5) Yurts

Yurts are rounded tents, which is quite similar to bell tents. But they are held up by several beams. The extra support by beams makes Yurts stronger. You can also feel more spacious. This structure is excellent for installation of a wood stove. Round ceiling has a hole with a flap, which enables your guests to enjoy a starry night. However, the ceiling flap isn’t strong enough to withstand heavy rain. In addition, there are some spaces between walls and floors, so it will allow animals or insets to come in and they would annoy you. It could be very hot during summer because the ventilation isn’t good. The installation is a little complicated. Also, wooden frames can be easily broken.

(6) Bubble Tent

Bubble tents are unique and inflatable. They are made of a thick plastic or PVC materials. Like a balloon, bubble tents hold air inside the tent and maintain their shape during your camping or glamping trips. In short, they need constant supply of air. Because of this shape, you would think this type of tent looks more spacious. They also have a variety of designs from an igloo type to a half transparent type.

There are some weak points. First, it is hot in summer because their insulation is good. Second, it is noisy due to the need for the blower to be running.

(7) Tipis

Tipi is a conical tent, which is basically made of animal skins, clothes or canvas. It was originally used by North American Indians long time ago. A good point of Tipis is that installation and disassemble are easy and quick. It also has a natural chimney. The ventilation is very good because of the high and a conical shape. However, due to the slopping wall, it is difficult to decorate internally. Particularly, it is challenging to set up a stove. If it is made of cotton canvas, it is perishable and so heavy to lift. Then, it is difficult for maintenance. If the canvas isn’t dry completely, it will rot.

(8) Cottage

Cottages are small old-fashioned homes in rural areas. It doesn’t make a big difference from living in a house. It is easy to clean and decorate. In summer, it’s cool and comfortable. You can have a wood stove and electrify gar or an air conditioner easily. While raining, it’s dry inside. However, it isn’t unique and attract guests so much. In addition, it will be difficult for your guests to feel “connection with nature” if your glamping accommodation is a cottage.

(9) Gypsy Caravan

Gypsy Caravan is a large enclosed vehicle pulled by a car or lolly and equipped to be lived in. Because of its structure, it is mobile. You can design and decorate as you like, so it is comfortable. Moreover, it is so well-insulated that it can stand any weather conditions. However, it is fairy expensive.

(10) Airstream Caravan

Airstream caravan is a distinctive and unique round shape caravan. They use polished aluminium coachwork for outside of the caravan. The design looks retro and cool. It is easy to decorate and clean. It’s comfortable inside. However, like Gypsy Caravans, it is expensive. In addition, it will be difficult to feel “connection with nature”.

(11) Polycarbonate Dome

Polycarbonate sheet dome looks like a glass house. It’s hard-sided, while geo domes and bubble tents are soft-sided. Polycarbonate sheet is famous for its high impact resistance and all weather type such as hailstones, strong wind, storms, heavy snows and even earthquakes. The dome will not spoil the scene, so you can enjoy 360 degrees & 100% transparent view from a warm and cozy inside of the dome.

Also, you don’t need to blow Polycarbonate Dome like bubble tent. There are no smells inside. And it’s 100% Waterproof and good insulation.

The only weakness is that it might be hot in summer. However, if you buy our Excelite polycarbonate domes, it doesn’t matter. Our dome has three windows, a ventilation fan and a curtain. In addition, you can install air-conditioner inside the dome. So you can control the temperature inside the dome.

Moreover, Excelite Glamping Dome is semi-permanent, so it’s easy to install and break down quickly. In other words, you can move them from one place to another easily. The material polycarbonate life span is 10 years, there is no massive colour change or yellowish during the time.

Are you an individual landowner who wants to build some glamping pods for extra income? Or a holiday park or campsite looking for unique Glamping choice for your guests? Or maybe you want to expand your hotels and resorts with some special ideas? Excelite Glamping Dome will definitely bring you some fresh ideas. We will give you professional suggestion for your project. We can also help you with interior design option. We’re looking forward to hearing from you and working with you. For more information and inquiries, don’t hesitate to contact us.