Glamping

5 glamping havens you should know about

07/27/2021 Author: CC editorial office Photos: CC editorial office Reading time: 4 Minutes

Summertime - vacation time: for children, a particularly magical time begins every year when school ends. That's when you can stay awake until it's long since dark. The smell of sun cream, freshly mown grass and dad's barbecue combined to create a unique composition that made us hope that the summer would never end. For many of us, "going on vacation" meant camping. Camping was all the rage for a long time and is currently experiencing a revival. No wonder, as it's such a great way to keep to yourself and enjoy a lot of privacy. Glamping - or luxury camping - has become even more popular. It no longer has anything to do with uncomfortable air mattresses, pitching tents and communal washrooms. On the contrary, some luxury tents now rival hotel rooms. Our 5 tips for glamping oases that promise an exclusive vacation close to nature:

Amanwana, Indonesia

Absolute privacy, the highest level of service and excellence wherever you look: this is what the hotels and resorts of the Aman Group are known for all over the world. What's more, the hotels are always in top locations. But not only the hotels, but also the tents - at least in the case of the Amanwana. The 12 luxurious guest tents are the only accommodation on Moyo Island. They are located on Amanwana Bay, a protected marine park, and offer everything the discerning traveler expects from Aman. This includes a spa tent as well as wonderful king-size beds, large windows, a large bathroom, air conditioning and Wi-Fi.
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www.aman.com

Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle, Thailand

Whether you want to explore the spectacular mountain trails around the Four Seasons glamping resort, prefer to hang out with rescued elephants or roam the bamboo jungle: the luxury tent city is the perfect starting point for all adventures in the border region between Thailand, Burma and Laos. In addition to a king-size bed, a bathroom, Wi-Fi, minibar and coffee machine, the deluxe tents have a wooden hot tub on the terrace from which you can enjoy wonderful views of nature. The resort also has a spa and a pool area. Young guests must be at least ten years old to experience this special adventure.
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www.fourseasons.com

Shinta Mani Wild, Cambodia

There are a total of 15 tents, including some with two bedrooms, a large communal pool, a restaurant and a spa on the Shinta Mani Wild property. Each tent has its own special features and is individually designed. Tent No. 3, for example, is located on a 25-meter-wide boulder directly above a river, while Tent No. 4, "The Bohemian Tent", is inspired by art, music and literature. The complex took seven years to build and sustainability plays a major role. Guests are assisted by "Adventure Butlers". They take special care of guests' outdoor and sports needs.
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www.wild.bensleycollection.com

Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort and Spa, Dubai

Just 45 minutes from Dubai, surrounded by palm groves and sand dunes, lies the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. The oasis is home to the luxurious Al Maha Camp, which promises tranquillity, iconic views of vast plains and the Hajar mountain range, as well as unforgettable horse rides, camel treks and walks. Each of the 42 'suites' offers a temperature-controlled private swimming pool, handmade furniture, antiques, Wi-Fi, a TV, a bathroom and, of course, king-size beds. A fitness center and a spa complete the facility. However, they are housed in one building.
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www.marriott.com

Longitude 131°, Australia

With its breathtaking views of Uluru, Longitude 131° is perhaps the most beautiful luxury camp in Australia. 16 tents are spread across the rust-red dunes of the Central Desert. The Premium Dune Pavilion also offers simultaneous panoramic views of Kata Tjuta. The tents are between 63 and 153 square meters in size, and in addition to the king-size bed inside, there is also a bed outside on the balcony, from where you can watch the overwhelming starry sky. Of course, guests will want for nothing here either. Bathtub, swimming pool, restaurant, bar and spa - it's all there.
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