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Are you thinking of setting up a glamping site? Or do you already run one? If the answer to one of these questions is yes, this is the podcast for you. Glampitect are the glamping industry experts, with years of experience in planning permission applications, feasibility studies, marketing and much, much more. We're now ready to transfer that knowledge into podcast form. Featuring an expert guest each week, The Glampitect Podcast will help you on your glamping journey no matter which stage you're at. It's a must-listen for anyone in or thinking of entering the glamping industry.

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We talk with Justin Kamm, founder of North Star Farm, about transforming a blueberry farm in New York's Western Catskills into a wellness-focused glamping destination. Justin shares how a personal health journey inspired the concept—and how thoughtful design, authentic storytelling, and intentional guest experiences have become powerful drivers of direct bookings, repeat visits, and long-term brand loyalty.

In this episode, we discuss:

transforming a working farm into a hospitality business that isn't dependent on commodity-crop economics
identifying three core guest segments and why destination positioning is critical
using professional photography and organic social media to increase direct bookings
turning a personal health crisis into a hospitality philosophy centered on healthy living
designing geodesic domes with superior ventilation, low- and zero-VOC materials, and healthier building products
overcoming the construction challenges of raw, sloped land, including foundations, utilities, septic systems, and winter conditions
streamlining operations with self-check-in, automated messaging, and a comprehensive digital guidebook
intentionally designing guest moments that create emotional connections, memorable experiences, and word-of-mouth marketing
prioritizing exceptional sleep quality and comfort—even when it comes at the expense of higher margins
balancing occupancy, ADR, and thoughtful expansion without losing the property's unique character
using sheep, humor, and storytelling to create a distinctive and memorable brand

We work really hard to bring you the best content from the best operators in our industry and we do it all absolutely free of charge. All we ask is that you consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so we can keep the momentum going. Simply go to the homepage of the podcast and scroll down till you see the stars. Thanks for your support and let's keep getting more people outside.

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A mile of waterfront, a hillside that photographs cannot explain, and a resort name that dares you to relax. We’re joined by Justin McWilliams, developer and owner of Camp QYB (Camp Quitcherbichin) on Lake Bridgeport near Runaway Bay, Texas, fresh off winning Glamping Resort of the Year from TACO. Justin has spent roughly four decades in construction and land development, and he brings that hard-earned perspective to what it takes to build a real outdoor hospitality destination from scratch.

We talk about why variety matters in glamping and RV resort design: cabins, wagons, Airstreams, capsule-style units, and a growing number of RV sites, all built around the idea that many guests want nature plus community. From there, we dig into the amenity engine that makes the place work, including an old western town hub, multiple food and beverage concepts, events, activities on the lake, and the small details that create a “whimsical” feeling at night. Justin also shares the thinking behind the brand ethos: leave the complaining at home and be present.

Then we get practical about the business of campground development: unexpected rock conditions and how they reused boulders, fighting for water and sewer, how interest rates and timing can squeeze a project, and why conservative underwriting matters. Justin breaks down occupancy reality (including the logic behind modelling closer to 35%), the importance of weekday demand, and how ancillary revenue can change the revenue strategy for high-amenity resorts. We also cover events that sell, partnering with charities, and Justin’s next moves, from modular housing ideas to sourcing commercial-grade solar lighting and supplies directly.

If you care about glamping resort development, RV park operations, feasibility, occupancy strategy, and building a place guests talk about long after checkout, hit subscribe, share this with a builder or operator you know, and leave us a review. What would you prioritise first: more units, or better amenities?

We work really hard to bring you the best content from the best operators in our industry and we do it all absolutely free of charge. All we ask is that you consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so we can keep the momentum going. Simply go to the homepage of the podcast and scroll down till you see the stars. Thanks for your support and let's keep getting more people outside.

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Nick Purslow returns with an update on Posh Outdoors and their latest partnership with Lagom Retreat. Connor & Nick compare what is working right now to launch and market boutique outdoor resorts. We swap real numbers, real trade-offs, and the details behind filling high-ADR cabins through video, paid ads, reviews, and distribution.

• Posh Outdoors revenue share partnerships with landowners and modular unit deployment
• Skyridge performance as proof of concept and why operator quality drives reviews
• Lagom Retreat marketing takeover and what “brand” looks like on the ground
• Clear Summit Investments and what asset management looks like in outdoor hospitality
• Ponderosa Pines Resort launch strategy including product story and honest positioning
• LaunchBoom style VIP deposits to pre-sell bookings and validate demand
• Video-first social strategy for Instagram Reels and TikTok plus repurposing into paid ads
• Influencer collaborations including local fit, admin burden, and how to de-risk outcomes
• Email capture and welcome flows that convert interest into bookings
• SEO, AI search, Google paid search, and why reviews matter more than ever
• Review generation systems using QR codes, post-stay texts, and service recovery
• OTAs versus direct booking, plus tools to capture guest data and sell upsells

If you're an accredited investor looking to put $50,000 plus to work in Posh Outdoors you can reach out to Nick at nick@posh-outdoors.com.

We work really hard to bring you the best content from the best operators in our industry and we do it all absolutely free of charge. All we ask is that you consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so we can keep the momentum going. Simply go to the homepage of the podcast and scroll down till you see the stars. Thanks for your support and let's keep getting more people outside.

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You can learn a lot about outdoor hospitality from spreadsheets and site plans, but you learn the truth from the people who have carried the radio, calmed the queue, and still found a way to make the day feel fun. I’m joined by Lisa Courtney, VP of Operations and Sales at Camp Jellystone, and her career story starts in the most Jellystone way possible: stepping into a character suit and running recreation programming before working her way up to general manager and, later, brand leadership.

We get real about what campground management and RV resort operations demand, especially in year-round parks where staffing is tight and standards are high. Lisa shares what burnout looked like for her, how she thinks about boundaries now, and why “it’s okay to make mistakes” only works if you actually fix what you learn. We also unpack the simplest lever leaders control every day: culture. When a team feels supported and aligned, guests feel it immediately, and the guest experience becomes consistent rather than accidental.

From there, we zoom out to Camp Jellystone’s franchise model and how the industry has shifted since Covid: consolidation, more multi-park operators, third-party management, and the challenge of serving owners with very different systems. We talk seasonal versus transient mix, ancillary revenue, changing booking windows, and the rising cost of glamping cabins and other lodging. Lisa’s north star is clear: reduce friction points, elevate the experience, and create memory-driving stays that bring families back year after year.

If you care about campground leadership, guest experience, glamping strategy, or franchise growth in outdoor hospitality, press play. Subscribe, share the episode with a fellow operator, and leave us a review with the biggest lesson you’ve learned on the ground.

We work really hard to bring you the best content from the best operators in our industry and we do it all absolutely free of charge. All we ask is that you consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so we can keep the momentum going. Simply go to the homepage of the podcast and scroll down till you see the stars. Thanks for your support and let's keep getting more people outside.

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There are 10+ marketing and advertising channels which should you invest in?

We break down a practical, trackable way to drive more direct bookings for outdoor hospitality using better creative, Meta ads, landing pages and email nurture. We also share what we have learned the hard way about OTAs, influencer marketing, pixels, and where AI can genuinely help operators and marketing teams.

• prioritising high-quality video content over higher ad spend
• treating Meta creative as the main driver of performance
• allocating launch budget towards content creation and Meta ads
• weighing influencer “exposure” against trackable paid social ROI
• deciding when Google Ads and SEO are worth it for a property
• building a direct booking funnel with landing pages and email capture
• using Meta Pixel and conversion events to optimise for bookings
• creating clearer customer avatars and committing to one niche
• understanding creative volume and stage-based ads after Andromeda
• benchmarking cost per booking against OTA commissions
• using StayFi to capture guest details and enable upsells
• applying AI for property knowledge bases, concierge replies and pricing ideas

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We work really hard to bring you the best content from the best operators in our industry and we do it all absolutely free of charge. All we ask is that you consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so we can keep the momentum going. Simply go to the homepage of the podcast and scroll down till you see the stars. Thanks for your support and let's keep getting more people outside.

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In this episode, we mix things up a bit and sit down with two leading voices in outdoor hospitality (Mike Harrison of CRR Hospitality and Wendy Heineke of Hospitality Across America) to bust some of the most common myths in the industry.

From “Pretty Is Enough” to “Set It and Forget It” pricing, this episode breaks down what actually drives repeat stays, maximized revenue, and stronger profitability across the RV resort and glamping industry.

Here’s a breakdown of the myths discussed in the episode:

A Beautiful Property is Enough
If You Build It, They Will Come
Glamping is Just a Trend
Outdoor Hospitality is Recession-Proof
Glamping Guests are all Millennials chasing Instagram Shots
I'll Just Find Ways to Reduce Construction Costs to Make it Feasible
Pricing Should Stay Consistent Year-Round
It Runs Itself once it's Built
Online Booking Platforms Handle all your Marketing
Five-Star Reviews Mean You're Doing Everything Right
It's Easier to Run a Small Resort than a Large One

We work really hard to bring you the best content from the best operators in our industry and we do it all absolutely free of charge. All we ask is that you consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so we can keep the momentum going. Simply go to the homepage of the podcast and scroll down till you see the stars. Thanks for your support and let's keep getting more people outside.

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Hear from Jasper Ribbers the founder of the industry leading 'Get Paid for your Pad' Podcast and the founder of Freewyld Foundry revenue management firm

Deep Dive: hear the quickest gains via smart revenue management hacks. Jasper Rivers shares a practical framework for dynamic pricing, pacing, and AI so operators can stop guessing and start making deliberate decisions.

• how do you know if your pricing your rooms too high? or too low?
• revenue management as pricing plus bookability levers like cancellations, minimum stays, and calendar settings
• why “set and forget” pricing tools can fail without the right parameters and regular review
• ADR times occupancy as the core revenue equation, and why high occupancy can be a warning sign
• booking window thinking, last-minute discount behaviour, and how to get ahead of the market
• pacing against market occupancy to spot underpricing or overpricing earlier
• balancing higher ADR with strong reviews through expectations and on-the-ground service
• where AI helps most right now in revenue management workflows, forecasting and internal tools
• what makes properties win in 2026?
• amenity ROI with maintenance realities, including low-cost wellness ideas

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Jasper Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasperribbers/

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Jaspers Book: https://www.amazon.com/Get-Paid-Your-Pad-Maximize-ebook/dp/B00MXSLEIO?ref_=ast_author_dp&th=1&psc=1

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Freewyld Idyllwild Website: https://freewyld.com/

We work really hard to bring you the best content from the best operators in our industry and we do it all absolutely free of charge. All we ask is that you consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so we can keep the momentum going. Simply go to the homepage of the podcast and scroll down till you see the stars. Thanks for your support and let's keep getting more people outside.

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We sit down with Sarah Dusek to explore how a six-suite, five-star safari lodge can fund rewilding, restore soils, and open access to wilderness without compromising design, comfort, or values. We trace the path from Under Canvas to Few and Far, and dig into pricing, inclusion, funding, and carbon goals.

• glamping origins and the leap from under canvas to few and far
• operational headwinds, capital stacks, and industry maturity
• designing hybrid cliff suites with locally milled eucalyptus
• biodiversity of the soutpansberg and rewilding vision
• low-volume guiding and authentic wildlife experiences
• pricing model and nature has no price tag access
• sustainability as the floor, regeneration as the aim
• soil health, carbon sequestration, and fence removal
• the three ps framework for long-term balance
• scaling plans across 100,000 hectares by 2030
• curated global trips and independent hotel partners
• teams, grit, and staying power in tough markets
• ai for speed and personalization without losing human touch

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Hilton Grand Vacations COO Gordon Gurnik shares about modern timeshares, perks, and partnerships to unlock cabins, yurts, and city condos while leaning hard into outdoor experiences. We explore unit economics, brand tiers, and why localisation and distribution decide the winners.

• Outdoor investment partnerships like Big Cedar with Bass Pro Shop
• HGV’s evolution from deeded weeks to flexible points
• Member-only experiences from concerts to LPGA events
• Outdoor expansion with cabins, yurts, RV pads, tiny homes
• Build vs buy strategy and local design standards
• Inventory mix, rental channels, and Hilton distribution
• Operational maths of towers vs spread-out assets
• Amenities that matter: pools, hot tubs, pickleball, wellness
• Japan growth story and Asia gateway dynamics
• Advice for independents: differentiate or partner for scale

If somebody's got a unique thing and they're looking for a little power, distribution and a broader network, we're always happy to talk. Reach out to Gordon.gurnik@hgv.com.

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We sit down with Mike and Ann Howard of HoneyTrek to unpack what truly makes a glamping stay unforgettable, from soul‑led storytelling to small, high‑impact touches that guests remember for years. Their field‑tested tips show how owners can create warm arrivals, immersive experiences, sustainable operations, and thoughtful farewells without huge budgets.

• the proprietor’s why as the foundation of brand and experience
• researching Comfortably Wild by visiting 150 camps in person
• practical storytelling guests can feel
• warm arrivals that avoid logistics and build ease
• hand‑drawn maps, trails, and low‑cost land adventures
• stamped postcards and meaningful keepsakes for lasting bonds
• sustainable choices that reduce impact and add trust
• staff culture, smiles, and guest‑book rituals for retention
• start small, soft launch, iterate, and visit your comps
• early SEO, unified handles, and sharing the build in public
• partner with nearby camps for overflow and shared assets
• high‑impact amenities
• HoneyTrek’s consulting, content creation, and global book research

Learn more about Mike and Anne's service at honeytrek.com

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We chart how Ben Wolff scaled from short-term rentals to design-led outdoor resorts, sold into a public REIT, built a content-first marketing firm, and now launches a wellness agritourism brand near Miami called Baya. Clear tactics on funding, pricing, direct bookings and the partners that make it work.

• founder-level partners who own execution and upside
• debt and equity strategies across banks, CPACE, USDA and VCs
• influencer barbell strategy and content-first marketing
• 80 to 85% direct bookings as the North Star
• manual revenue management beyond algorithm defaults
• Onera’s sale, expansion and Wimberley performance
• Oasi’s offer, ROAS mindset and client profile
• Baya concept blending farm, wellness and jungle design
• light, health-forward F&B and sleep technology
• daily routines, AI workflows and energy management
• singles and doubles until capital markets open

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Onera Fredericksburg and Wimberly Property Websites: stayonera.com

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Interested in learning more about Newbook? Book a software demonstration with one of their market consultants today and don't forget to mention you came from the Outdoor Hospitality Podcast to receive 15% off your Newbook subscription and your first month free. This offer is for Newbook Signature subscriptions only.

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Connor welcomes new co‑host Shari Heilala to dig into the data, the grit, and the joy that power outdoor hospitality—from feasibility studies and appraisals to design choices that actually raise rates and length of stay. Shari brings a rare mix: she’s valued massive retail portfolios, led international corporate services, developed her own apartments, and for years has guided campgrounds, RV resorts, and glamping projects with lender‑ready analysis.

We get practical on what separates a viable concept from a pretty pitch. Shari breaks down the difference between appraisals and feasibility studies, why most outdoor resort valuations are income‑driven, and how lenders read assumptions on occupancy, ADR, expenses, and debt coverage. We explore the shifts inside RV demand—why travel trailers outpace big rigs today, how tow vehicles and fuel costs shape modern rigs, and what is changing in RV resort site design. On the glamping side, we look at competitive edges that last: water access, dark skies, privacy, unique, or uniquely inspired architecture and design.

Permitting and entitlements get real talk as well. We share how specialist architects streamline hearings, craft persuasive site plans, and help avoid costly missteps. Shari also opens up about the personal why: growing up on lakes, chasing dawn wakeboard sessions, and believing that well‑designed nature stays are durable because they restore people.

If you’re planning a glamping site, expanding an RV resort, or just curious how the best outdoor properties are built, this conversation gives you a roadmap.

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We trace Joe Lisa's path from college painting gigs to a $13m experiential hospitality portfolio, exploring how purpose, scrappy execution, and smarter permitting turned failures into fuel. From desert yurts to a reborn Ohio marina, we share what scales, what breaks, and why charm wins.

• Aligning purpose with business and life
• Invest in your own self development
• Soul Stay’s waterfront build and unit mix
• Permits, zoning, septic, and conditional use
• Bootstrapping Arizona and 29 Palms off‑grid
• When to sell, when to scale, when to pause
• Boutique charm versus economies of scale
• AI for guest messaging, ops, and deal sourcing
• Midwest advantages and buy‑box discipline
• Working with local government and media
• Green flags and red flags in distressed deals
• Upcoming sites in Florida and West Yellowstone

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Sol Stay Lodge and Marina in Sandusky, OH

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What if a small, story-rich resort could command a seven-figure brand premium—and what would it take to build one? We sit down with creator-operator Isaac French to trace the arc of Live Oak Lake. From building Waco's first micro resort, an early Airbnb suspension that forced an unexpected direct booking strategy, and a sale shaped by the power of narrative. Isaac opens up about the choices behind fewer, better units, and why biophilic design moves both hearts and numbers.

Live Oak Lake origin, design-led build, and early traction
The Airbnb suspension forcing a direct booking strategy
Unreasonable hospitality as a design and operations ethos
Brand value, opco-propco structures, and earnest money
Where social media is headed for hospitality
Biophilic design, indoor–outdoor living, and wellness
A 200-tree orchard as living artwork and venue
Farm hospitality as the next major opportunity
Values-based community, family, and craft-forward living

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This episode is brought to you by Clockwork Design- outdoor hospitality's top architecture & design firm. To learn more email christian@clockwork-ad.com

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A sign-off, a handover, and a candid origin story. We open with why the mic is changing hands and then dive straight into Connor’s path—from a childhood of four brothers and a legendary treehouse to a career shaped by a passion for the outdoors and a data-led obsession with outdoor hospitality investment data. You’ll hear how a sold-out weekend in Joshua Tree reframed “dirt” as valuable inventory, why the numbers pushed him from traditional camping toward glamping, and how a mother–son Kilimanjaro summit trip transformed into a year long 'R&D' trip.

Connor unpacks the deals that almost happened, including a pre-COVID lease-to-own near Smith Rock. We explore his years at Sage building investment-grade feasibility studies, harvesting comp data from hundreds of booking calendars, and partnering to elevate industry insights beyond surveys and into measurable demand. We also confront the hard parts—burnout, trade-offs, and choosing a mission..

Looking forward, Connor maps a clear product vision: hard‑walled, glass‑forward cabins within two hours of major cities, 20–50 keys, indoor–outdoor living without the canvas headaches, and operations designed for an unplugged guest experience. He’s stepping into US‑wide brokerage with his brother while continuing selective consulting and feasibility work, aiming to help founders buy smarter, fund faster, and build places that connect with the natural world. If you care about glamping strategy, outdoor resort feasibility, and the “why” that keeps teams going when permits stall and spreadsheets glare, this one’s for you.

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Soon, we’ll be renaming the show to “The Outdoor Hospitality Podcast” to better reflect our mission and expand our content horizons. Make sure to follow and subscribe so you don’t lose us due to the change.

This transformation stems from our core purpose: empowering entrepreneurs and business owners who are creating unique properties that that get people outside. Ultimately, we want our work to help people disconnect from the stressors of daily life and reconnect with nature, loved ones, and themselves.

The new name aligns perfectly with our partnership with Sage Outdoor Advisory, whose expertise spans the entire outdoor accommodation spectrum. Moving forward, we’ll broaden our coverage beyond glamping to include landscape resorts, RV parks, campgrounds, and other innovative outdoor lodging concepts.

We’re also investing heavily in the podcast’s future—with improved production quality and an exciting lineup of industry leaders. To ensure you don’t miss any episodes, follow us on your preferred podcast platform today.

If you’re attending the upcoming Glamping Show, stop by the Sage Outdoor Advisory or Posh Outdoors booth to say hello. We’re excited to continue this journey with you as we explore the ever-evolving world of outdoor hospitality.

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Nick makes a big announcement about stepping back from the podcast to focus 100% on Posh Outdoors and scaling that business. Shari Heilala the CEO of Sage Outdoor Advisory has stepped up as the new Co-Host joining Connor.

Nick shares the latest updates and insights on Posh's successful launch out of the gates.

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Matt Bare returns for part two, sharing the real-world challenges of hot tubs, designing a landscape pool, and surviving a hurricane. From health department battles to designing for both luxury and efficiency, this episode reveals what it takes to deliver five-star experiences where adventure and luxury collide.

Learn more on the Glamping Collective website or instagram.

Sponsor:Clockwork Architecture and Design Website the outdoor hospitality industry leader in site design, entitlements, permitting, and architecture.

Email Christian Arnold at christian@clockwork-ad.com to see if their services are right for your project.

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Are private hot tubs a profitable investment? Is it foolish to build in a booming glamping market with high competition? What is better a glass cabin or luxury dome? What does it take for your glamping property to survive a hurricane? Find out in Part 1 with Matt Bare, the founder of the Glamping Collective near Asheville, NC. He shares how he transformed 130 acres of private mountaintop land into a five-star glamping destination. From uncompromising design to unforgettable guest experiences, Matt reveals what sets the property apart and why passion and excellence drive its success.

Stay tuned for Part 2, where the conversation continues with deeper insights into his journey and the future of glamping.

Learn more on the Glamping Collective website or instagram.

Sponsor:Clockwork Architecture and Design Website the outdoor hospitality industry leader in site design, entitlements, permitting, and architecture.

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Hear the secrets behind Sandy Van's meteoric rise in the luxury adventure van market. We are joined by Alan Mondus CEO and Evan Purcell COO as they share their journey from building vans in their driveway to building a $350K luxury adventure vehicles.

Learn more on the Sandy Vans website or instagram.

Sponsor: Sage Outdoor Advisory is the outdoor hospitality industry leader in feasibility studies and appraisals. Schedule a complimentary consultation with the Sage team at sageoutdooradvisory.com.

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The two most experienced managers in outdoor hospitality go head-to-head. Hear insights from Scott Randall and Jacob Halverson. These two managers have worked at the industry leading properties like Paws Up, Auberge, AutoCamp, Mendocino Grove, Wildhaven, and more.

What does it take to become an elite glamping operator? Find out here.

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In huge news for the glamping industry, The Fields of Michigan has been acquired by glamping giants, Under Canvas.

Irene Wood returns to the pod to give us the lowdown: How it all went down; the advice she'd give to operators looking for a similar exit; and what's next for her.

Irene is always a blast. Give it a listen!

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In this episode we dive in with Scott Randall who helped launch Paws Up, AutoCamp and Wildhaven over his 25 year career in outdoor hospitality. There is no person on this continent with more experience growing prominent glamping brands. Hear about creating ice wall climbing, dog sledding, and hot air balloon rides in the Montana wilderness. Learn about what makes an outdoor hospitality operation fail or flourish.

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Familiar favourite Bygnal Dutson from Open Sky in Zion returns to the pod today, but this time he's joined by his General Manager, Wes McCloskey.

Today's episode is all about the nitty gritty of running a glamping business as the GM. What roles and responsibilities does a GM carry out? What's the hardest part of the job? What's Wes' advice to prospective glamping GMs?

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Hear the story behind Sol Stay, one of America's only glamping resorts ON THE WATER. Find out how Joe Lisa and Bill Nolan built this unique property on the waters of Lake Erie in Ohio. In this episode you will learn how they:

Found and reimagined this run down marina
Raised the money to renovate into a floating glamping resort
Built a floating sauna, added a rooftop hot tub, and convinced a Venice Beach graffiti artist to paint a mural on their building.

This is a fun one!

New Jingle created by Candy Cigs Music - candycigsmusic@gmail.com

Sponsors:

Sage Outdoor Advisory - schwab@sageoutdooradvisory.com
Double Take Media - tate@doubletake.media

Other Links

Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (Nick's newsletter)

Send us a text

Learn the critical items you need to think about before your grand opening. Hear about pre-marketing, selecting a property management system, opening your booking calendar, OTA integrations, OS&E purchasing and more.

Quentin Incao is the founder of Q Hospitality and has consulted on a dozen prominent glamping sites, landscape hotels, independent boutique hotels and RV resorts. He handles everything from predevelopment consulting, grand openings and day-to-day operations.

Sponsors:

Sage Outdoor Advisory or email schwab@sageoutdooradvisory.com
Learn more about Double Take Media's services or email tate@doubletake.media

Other Links

Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (Nick's newsletter)

Send us a text

Some of you have been listening to him for more than 4 years, but you don't know his story.

Nick got to where he is today through hard work, tenacity, and a whole lotta dreaming.

As he prepares to open his first mirror cabins at Skyridge Glamping, we go all the way back to his childhood and explore his journey to the present day.

It's a doozy.

Posh Outdoors Links:

WeFunder page
Schedule a call
Nick's email: nick@posh-outdoors.com

Other links:

Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (Nick's newsletter)
Sage Outdoor Advisory

Send us a text

We explored beyond the world of glamping this week and interviewed Nathan St Cyr of Howzit Hostels. He broke down the hostel business model; how Howzit obsesses over the guest experience; and how to create a sense of community at your resort.

Nathan's Links:

Howzit Hostels
The Hotel Investor Playbook

Posh Outdoors Links:

WeFunder page
Schedule a call
Nick's email: nick@posh-outdoors.com

Other links:

Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (Nick's newsletter)
Sage Outdoor Advisory

Send us a text

Hal Feinberg is the founder of Clear Sky Resorts. Clear Sky is the largest dome operation in the US, with resorts in Utah and Arizona.

Hal joins us to discuss his journey to this point, his special interior designs, how he scaled to a second location, and much more.

Posh Outdoors Links

WeFunder page
Schedule a call
Nick's email: nick@posh-outdoors.com

Live Oak Bank Links

Website
Email: pierce.verchick@liveoak.bank

Other Links

Clear Sky Resorts
Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (Nick's newsletter)
Sage Outdoor Advisory

Send us a text

Learn what your outdoor hospitality business is worth and how you can maximize your value in a sale. In this episode Connor interviews experts Bob Kaplan of NAI Outdoor Hospitality Brokers and Shari Heilala of Sage Outdoor Advisory. Find out how your business is valued by appraisers and brokers in the current market. Learn the strategies about maximizing the value of your business whether you are looking for a property or already operating.

This episode is sponsored by Live Oak Bank. The leaders in outdoor hospitality lending and the largest SBA lender in the country.

Learn more at their website or email enquiries directly to their department head Pierce Verchick at pierce.verchick@liveoak.bank

Links mentioned:

NAI Outdoor Hospitality Brokers
Sage Outdoor Advisory

Other links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (Nick's newsletter)

Send us a text

Jacob Halverson joins Connor and Nick to discuss all things recruitment. How do you find staff for your hospitality operation? What questions should you ask them in interviews? How does the process change according to job role?

Links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (Nick's newsletter)
Sage Outdoor Advisory

Send us a text

In Connor's first solo-hosted episode, he speaks to Ken Barber of Wildhaven Glamping in California. Ken has pulled off the notoriously difficult task of starting and scaling a Californian glamping operation, and he dives into his initial capital raise, Wildhaven's mid-marketing positioning, and the art of scaling a glamping business.

Links mentioned:

Wildhaven Sonoma
Wildhaven Yosemite
Sage Outdoor Advisory

Other links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (Nick's newsletter)

Send us a text

We're back!

We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season. Nick and Connor are excited to return with the first episode of the new year, and boy is it a good'un.

We're joined by Michel Girardin and (rejoined by) Andrew Murphy to talk all things African glamping. This industry traces its roots back to that amazing continent, and there's a ton we can learn from the incredible resorts out there today.

We cover the stage-play approach of Sabi Sabi in South Africa, the number one trait Michel looks for when hiring a safari guide, the pros and cons of giving your guests Wi-Fi, and so much more.

We also introduce the podcast's new schedule for 2025. It's going to be a good year!

Links mentioned:

Sage Outdoor Advisory
Zaina Lodge
Sabi Sabi
Andy's previous episode is available on Apple, Spotify and Youtube

Other links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (my newsletter)

Send us a text

Jacob Halverson joins Nick and Connor for a bumper Christmas special! We discuss our favorite glamping resorts, glamping naughty and nice lists, and our favorite Christmas movies.

The podcast also begins with an update on our plans for the podcast in 2025.

Thanks to all the listeners, and have a very merry Christmas!

Links mentioned:

The Glamping Insider (my newsletter)
Posh Outdoors' Looking Glass mirror cabins
Ben Wolff's newsletter
Get Paul Bosley's financial planner for free (email nick@glampitect.com for an intro)

The guys' favorite episodes of the year:

Connor's winner: Bolt Farm - Apple Podcasts and Spotify
Connor's second place: Travis Chambers - Apple Podcasts and Spotify
Jacob's winner: Ben Wolff, Isaac French and Zach Busekrus - Apple Podcasts and Spotify
Jacob's second place:: Will Spurzem - Apple Podcasts and Spotify
Nick's winner: Bygnal Dutson - Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Other links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
Sage Outdoor Advisory
Bishop's Lodge

Send us a text

Sorry for the delay on this week's episode - my laptop is broken!

Everybody thinks of glamping as a summer activity, with the sun shining and the leaves in bloom. But have you ever considered glamping in minus 40 temperatures?

The good people of Saskatchewan, Canada do, and we think winter glamping will become more and more common as the industry matures. We're certainly making that bet with Posh Outdoors.

We connected with Josh Turner of Blackstrap Glamping to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities winter glamping brings.

Links mentioned:

Get Paul Bosley's financial planner for free (email nick@glampitect.com for an intro)
Blackstrap Glamping

Other links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (my newsletter)
Sage Outdoor Advisory

Send us a text

Today's guest is the opposite of every previous operator we've had on the show. And his counter-intuitive strategy may give you your next great idea.

Introducing Travis Chambers, Founder of Outpost X. Travis isn't trying to create luxury at Outpost X. He's comfortable with 20% of his guests not enjoying their experience.

To him, the goal is to transport guests to a whole other world. And while his strategy is unorthodox, most guests love it. And so does social media.

Tune in to learn what makes Outpost X different, why luxury isn't the be-all and end-all, and why Burning Man might spark some inspiration!

Links mentioned:

Get Paul Bosley's financial planner for free (email nick@glampitect.com for an intro)
Outpost X

Other links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (my newsletter)
Sage Outdoor Advisory

Send us a text

Derry Green returns to the podcast to reveal his secrets for social media domination. He tells us how Secret Garden Glamping accumulated 1.2 million followers and became an online phenomenon; how he designs his sites around social media engagement; and why TikTok holds the key to succeeding on Instagram.

Links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (my newsletter)
The Secret Garden Glamping

Send us a text

Jeremy Budge was one of the earliest hires at Under Canvas, the pioneering glamping brand that was acquired for over $100 million in 2019.

He left Under Canvas at the peak of its powers to start Backland Glamping, a secluded Arizona retreat, just a stone's throw from the Grand Canyon. He joins us to discuss the lessons he learned at Under Canvas, how he applied those to Backland, and how he plans to scale the current 10-unit resort.

Links mentioned

Backland Glamping
Under Canvas

Other links

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (my newsletter)
Sage Outdoor Advisory

Send us a text

Today's episode is a special co-production with the "Behind the Stays" Podcast. Zach Busekrus and I were joined by two of the biggest names in the unique hospitality space, Ben Wolff and Isaac French.

You'll learn why their philosophy is "build less, spend more"; why Ben is betting big on wellness; and how their approaches to scale differ.

Subscribe to Behind the Stays:

Apple
Spotify

Ben and Isaac's links

Onera
Oasi
Live Oak Lake
isaacjfrench.com

Other links

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (my newsletter)

Send us a text

With daily rates of $800+ per night and near-100% occupancy, Bolt Farm Treehouse is arguably the most successful independent glamping business in North America.

Tori Bolt, one half of the husband-wife founding team at Bolt Farm, joins us to pull the curtain back on how they reached these heady heights. Topics covered include the secret to rave guest reviews, the personal brand approach to marketing, and the growing importance of building code.

Links mentioned:

Bolt Farm Treehouse
Tori's workshop

Other links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (my newsletter)
Sage Outdoor Advisory

Send us a text

There's a growing class of glamping consultants that cut their teeth at the venture-backed brands like Getaway (now Postcard Cabins) and AutoCamp. The experiences they gained from scaling high-end hospitality quickly equipped them with a wide range of skills that they take into client projects today.

Samuel Morton and Nico Turek from Topos Ventures are great examples of this. Sam joined Getaway when they had 3 cabins, and by the time he left they'd rolled out 800+ units across the US. Nico joined not long after Sam, and he spearheaded their property acquisition strategy.

Sam and Nico are true industry experts, and they joined us to share a wealth of knowledge. We cover everything from finding off-market land deals to the age-old debate of unit volume vs space.

Links mentioned:

info@topos.ventures
Topos Ventures
Reset Hotel

Other links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
The Glamping Insider (my newsletter)
Sage Outdoor Advisory

Send us a text

Connor's boss joins us on the pod this week!

Shari Heilala is the Founder of Sage Outdoor Advisory, the leading provider of feasibility studies in the glamping space. Sage have been collecting data on the American glamping industry for years now, and they presented their 2024 findings at the Glamping Show in Denver earlier this month.

Shari joins us to share the key findings, and we discuss what they might mean for your glamping project and the wider industry.

Links mentioned:

Read The Glamping Insider (my new weekly newsletter)
Get the Sage data report
The Sage glamping map

Other Links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
Sage Outdoor Advisory

Send us a text

Bryan Auchterlonie is one of the most knowledgeable people in the outdoor hospitality space when it comes to capital. Through his firm, Destination Capital, he's worked with some of the biggest players in glamping, including Under Canvas, AutoCamp and KSL.

He joins us on the pod to discuss everything from picking the right form of capital to his favourite hospitality destinations.

Links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
Sage Outdoor Advisory
Destination Capital
Al Moudira
Strawberry Hill
Desert Tree

In what's rapidly becoming our favorite episode format, two of the best operators in the business join Nick and Connor in a wide-ranging, round-table glamping discussion. Blake Smith of Walden Retreats and Bygnal Dutson of Open Sky never disappoint when they're on the pod, and today is no exception.

Links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
Sage Outdoor Advisory
Walden Retreats
Open Sky
Blake's last episode is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Youtube
Bygnal's last episode is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Youtube

We love niche concepts at The Unique Hospitality Podcast, and this week we were delighted to talk LGBTQ+ hospitality with Randy Henry, Ops Manager at Campit Resort in Saugatuck.

Campit is a campground that caters specifically (but not exclusively) to the LGBTQ+ community. As well as discussing why this is important, we covered separate issues such as selling branded merch to your guests and marketing to niche communities.

Remember to check your feed on Monday for the early release of next week's episode with Blake Smith and Bygnal Dutson. This is so you can listen on your way to the Glamping Show!

Links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
Auberge Resorts
Campit Resort

Mike Baxter loves three things: hotels, rock 'n' roll, and partying. That's what led to the creation of House of Gods, a completely immersive rockstar hotel in the heart of Edinburgh.

In a wide-ranging conversation applicable to all hospitality operators, we discuss how to create a completely immersive experience for your guests; some cool ideas for upsells, and the bravery it takes to push ahead with a bold concept like House of Gods.

Expect a few laughs and some new ideas for your project along the way!

Links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
Storied Collection
Nook Outdoors
Good Morning Hospitality
House of Gods

Nick Parker (Live Oak Bank) returns to the pod! He and Connor have worked on many hospitality projects together, and they have the inside track on the operators that get funding for the unique hospitality developments. You won't be surprised to learn that there are plenty of common traits among the most successful.

We break down three projects that Nick Parker and Connor have worked on, and identify the secret sauce for getting your hospitality project financed.

Links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
Sage Outdoor Advisory
Live Oak Bank
Nick Parker's original episode is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Youtube

AutoCamp is one of the world's biggest glamping brands. After starting small with their first Santa Barbara location in 2013, their growth rate exploded following a $115 million investment from Whitman Peterson, a private equity firm, in 2019.

Will Spurzem joined the company as Senior Design Director that same year, and he was the design genius behind the locations that followed. He joins us to share all the good stuff about AutoCamp's design and development process, as well as the mistakes they made and learnings they implemented over the years.

Will left AutoCamp in 2022 to start Boundary Works, a design and development group specializing in outdoor hospitality. Will's thriving client list is a testament to his knowledge and experience in this space, and we hope you enjoy learning from him.

Links:

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
Sage Outdoor Advisory
Boundary Works Design and Development

Unreasonable Hospitality is a bestselling book by world-leading restauranteur, Will Guidara. Guidara found fame and fortune through Eleven Madison Park, his high-end New York restaurant that would go on to win 3 Michelin Stars and multiple James Beard awards.

In the book, Guidara distils the principles of Unreasonable Hospitality, which is his unique approach to serving guests that took EMP to such heady heights.

In our first "Book Club" episode, Nick and Jacob are joined by Nathan Woods to discuss our takeaways from reading book and how it can be applied to your unique hospitality business.

Links:

Buy Unreasonable Hospitality
Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
Auberge Resorts
Ministry of Welcome
Nathan's previous episode, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Youtube

Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect

Ben Wolff and Irene Wood are two of the most successful entrepreneurs in the boutique glamping / unique stay space. Despite their similar results, their models of hospitality couldn't be more different.

At Onera (Ben's landscape hotel), guests won't see any on-site staff for the duration of their stay. It's all about that privacy and seclusion. At The Fields (Irene's glamping site), staff will have a ton of interaction with guests, with community a centrepiece of the experience.

We dive into both approaches; the pros and cons of each; and discuss which model might work best for you.

Links

Posh Outdoors
Schedule a call re Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
Auberge Resorts
Onera
StayOasi
The Fields
Listen to Ben's previous appearance on the pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Youtube
Listen to Irene's previous appearance on the pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Youtube

Unique stay aficionado, Zach Busekrus, is back on the Unique Hospitality Podcast! This week, we discuss the coolest unique stays Zach has come across; why nature gives glamping the edge over hotels; which parts of the US are experiencing a short-term rental boom, and much, much more.

Links

Invest in Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
Auberge Resorts
Staywatch
The Cave at Hocking Hills
Listen to Zach's previous appearance on the pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Youtube

A "bring me my champagne" button; zorb balling through Chinatown, and serving Gatorade at dinner. That's just a small sample of the ideas discussed in this podcast.

Get your creative hat on, as our aim this week is to give you your next great idea for your unique hospitality business. Nick and Connor are joined by friend of the podcast, Jacob Halverson, to discuss some of the "cool shit" we've seen or done in the industry, and how it might translate to your project.

We can't promise all of the ideas are sane, but it may just spark something brilliant.

Links

Invest in Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
Sage Outdoor Advisory
Auberge Resorts
Listen to Jacob's previous appearance on the pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Youtube

Welcome to the first episode of The Unique Hospitality Podcast, formerly known as The Start A Glamping Business Podcast!

We've revamped the format, with fewer interviews and more deep discussion on the important issues, ideas and challenges in glamping and unique hospitality. You'll hear more from previous guests that have provided the most value, and we think this will help us uncover more gold nuggets than ever before.

For the first episode of the new format, we welcome back Bygnal Dutson of Open Sky in Zion. We discuss what's changed at Open Sky since his last appearance; what we think separates the top 5% of glamping operators from the rest; and we end up grilling Bygnal for all his guest experience secrets.

If you've not listened to an episode for a while, we suggest you give this one a chance.

Links

Invest in Posh Outdoors
Glampitect North America
Sage Outdoor Advisory
Open Sky
Listen to Bygnal's previous episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Youtube

Welcome to Part 2 of the most important episode we've ever recorded.

To celebrate recording 75 episodes of The Start A Glamping Business Podcast, Nick was grilled by regular co-host, Connor Schwab, on the most important lessons he's learned from interviewing dozens of successful glamping operators.

It's a must-listen for any prospective glamping operator, and we'd love for you to share it with anyone that would find it useful.

Wanted to invest in Posh Outdoors, our brand new glamping startup? Email nick@posh-outdoors.com for more info, or visit our deal page below.

Visit the Posh Outdoors deal page
Visit Glampitect North America's website
Take our online glamping assessment
Check out Sage Outdoor Advisory

Episode references (links to Apple Podcasts, but also available on Spotify and Youtube):

Rule 7 - Accommodation Isn’t the Limit of Your Revenue

Lucky Arrow Retreat
Creekside RnR
Retreat Ranch

Rule 8 - The Little Touches Can Mean the Most

HoneyTrek
Blackstrap Glamping
Bygnal Duston

Rule 9 - Marketing, Marketing, Marketing

Alex Burkett
Nate Vietz
Derry Green

Rule 10 - It Can Be Incredibly Rewarding

Lex Jones

Welcome to Part 1 of the most important episode we've ever recorded.

To celebrate recording 75 episodes of The Start A Glamping Business Podcast, Nick was grilled by regular co-host, Connor Schwab, on the most important lessons he's learned from interviewing dozens of successful glamping operators.

It's a must-listen for any prospective glamping operator, and we'd love for you to share it with anyone that would find it useful.

Wanted to invest in Posh Outdoors, our brand new glamping startup? Email nick@posh-outdoors.com for more info, or visit our deal page below.

Visit the Posh Outdoors deal page
Visit Glampitect North America's website
Take our online glamping assessment
Check out Sage Outdoor Advisory

Episode references (links to Apple Podcasts, but also available on Spotify and Youtube):

Rule 1 - It’s Going to Be Hard

Sarah Dusek
Bygnal Dutson

Rule 2 - The Results Can Be Incredible

Chris Jeub

Rule 3 - There’s No One Correct Model

Ben Wolff
Stephen Maulden
Irene Woods
Donna Vaughaun

Rule 4 - Don’t Neglect the Boring Stuff

Nick Labadie
Zach Stoltenberg
Chris Hipple
Irene Jones

Rule 5 - Housing for Seasonal Workers

Blake Smith

Rule 6

Zach Stoltenberg
Stephen Maulden
Sojourner Glamping

Tyson Leavitt made his name in a Netflix show where he built a playhouse for Steph Curry's kids, but his best creative work has come at Charmed Resorts, a magical glamping escape in Crowsnest Pass, Alberta.

Charmed Resorts is truly a one-of-a-kind site that has to be seen to believed. Tune in to hear the story of how it happened.

Wanted to invest in Posh Outdoors, our brand new glamping startup? Email nick@posh-outdoors.com for more info, or visit our deal page below.

Visit the Posh Outdoors deal page
Visit Glampitect North America's website
Check out Charmed Resorts

Bolt Farm Treehouse is one of the best-loved and most successful glamping businesses in North America. This Tennessee glampground offers a spectacular guest experience and is reaping the rewards in high daily rates and occupancy. You may also know them from their appearance on Netflix's "The World's Most Amazing Vacation Rentals".

This week, we're joined by Nathan Woods, former Marketing Manager at Bolt Farm. He talks us through the marketing secrets behind their success, some of the coolest guest experience ideas they implemented at Bolt Farm, and what hospitality means to him.

Wanted to invest in Posh Outdoors, our brand new glamping startup? Email nick@posh-outdoors.com for more info, or visit our deal page below.

Visit the Posh Outdoors deal page
Visit Glampitect North America's website
Check out Bolt Farm Treehouse
Check out Nathan's LinkedIn

Kampgrounds of America is the biggest name in camping, and one of the best-known companies in North America. After decades of experience in traditional outdoor hospitality, they decided to enter the world of glamping with the launch of Terramor in Acadia, Maine. We spoke to Whitney Scott, the mastermind behind that development, to dive into how they did it and what they learnt from the process.

Wanted to invest in Posh Outdoors, our brand new glamping startup? Email nick@posh-outdoors.com for more info, or visit our deal page below.

Visit the Posh Outdoors deal page
Visit Glampitect North America's website
Take our online glamping assessment
Check out Sage Outdoor Advisory
Visit KOA Terramor

Huge apologies - we uploaded the wrong audio file when we published this episode last week!

Today's episode is a marketing masterclass from Conrad O'Connell of BuildUp Bookings. He takes us through the 5 key facets for successfully marketing a glamping business.

Wanted to invest in Posh Outdoors, our brand new glamping startup? Email nick@posh-outdoors.com for more info, or visit our deal page below.

Visit the Posh Outdoors deal page
Visit Glampitect North America's website
Check out Build Up Bookings
Take Conrad's course (coupon code "glampitect")
Buy Conrad's book

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Today's episode is a marketing masterclass from Conrad O'Connell of BuildUp Bookings. He takes us through the 5 key facets for successfully marketing a glamping business.

Wanted to invest in Posh Outdoors, our brand new glamping startup? Email nick@posh-outdoors.com for more info, or visit our deal page below.

Visit the Posh Outdoors deal page
Visit Glampitect North America's website
Check out Build Up Bookings
Take Conrad's course (coupon code "glampitect")
Buy Conrad's book

Today's guest is Jacob Halverson, current Experiences Manager at Bishop's Lodge (an Auberge Resort) and former General Manager of Mendocino Grove, a large glamping resort in California. Jacob is a true hospitality expert with an incredible amount of hotel and glamping operational experience, and he joins us to discuss everything from how to create a magical hospitality experience to why you should avoid using bunk beds.

Wanted to invest in Posh Outdoors, our brand new glamping startup? Email nick@posh-outdoors.com for more info, or visit our deal page below.

Visit the Posh Outdoors deal page
Visit Glampitect North America's website
Check out Sage Outdoor Advisory
Mendocino Grove
Bishop's Lodge

Today's guest is Chris Hipple from Leavitt Recreation & Hospitality Insurance. Chris is a true expert in the field of outdoor hospitality insurance, and he explains what insurance glamping operators need, why it's important, and the consequences of overlooking this vital ingredient.

Wanted to invest in Posh Outdoors, our brand new glamping startup? Email nick@posh-outdoors.com for more info, or visit our deal page below.

Visit the Posh Outdoors deal page
Visit Glampitect North America's website
Check out Leavitt Insurance

This week, Nick and Connor are joined by Lee Pritchard, the CFO of Posh Outdoors. We discuss why Lee decided to enter the glamping revenue share game; how he ran the numbers for Posh's first project; the importance of a sensitivity analysis, and more.

Though the focus of this episode is on Posh Outdoors' first project, the content will be useful for everyone. However, for those with zero interest in Posh, you'll be pleased to know that the next few episodes will be business as usual!

Wanted to invest in Posh Outdoors? Email nick@posh-outdoors.com for more info, or visit our deal page below.

Visit the Posh Outdoors deal page
Visit Glampitect North America's website
Check out Sage Outdoor Advisory

Today's guest is Angele Miller from Creekside RNR in New Brunswick. She's built a beautiful glamping site on the east coast of Canada, complete with Nordic spas, yoga rooms and mystery boxes!

Check out our brand new glamping startup here.

Take our online glamping assessment
Visit Glampitect North America's website
Email Glampitect North America: contact@glampitect.com
Visit Creekside RNR

Invest in Posh Outdoors: https://wefunder.com/poshoutdoors

This week's guest is Glampitect's original founder, Calum MacLeod. He joins us to talk about his journey from his first site on family land in 2018, to founding Glampitect, to the 59-unit megaproject he's building at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, England.

Check out our brand new glamping startup here.

Take our online glamping assessment
Visit Glampitect North America's website
Email Glampitect North America: contact@glampitect.com
Visit Avantglamp

Today's guest is Derry Green from The Secret Garden Glamping in the UK. His site is booked out 18 months in advance, and he recently appeared on Dragons' Den (the UK version of Shark tank), achieving his target of raising 100,000 GBP. He gives us a marketing masterclass, predictions on the future of the industry and much more.

Glampitect North America is preparing to develop glamping resorts of our own. If you're interested in investing, just fill out this form - it only takes 30 seconds.

Take our online glamping assessment
Visit Glampitect North America's website
Email Glampitect North America: contact@glampitect.com
Download the EJH Distribution brochure
Visit The Secret Garden Glamping

Sign up to the course (coupon code "GLAMPITECT") here

Today's guest is Irene Wood, owner of The Fields in South Haven, Michigan. Irene has created a beautiful glamping site that offers unrivalled guest service. Unlike many of our guests, her hospitality policy is for her and her staff to meet their guests several times throughout their stay. She talks us through the process of implementing this model, among many other discussion points.

Glampitect North America is preparing to develop glamping resorts of our own. If you're interested in investing, just fill out this form - it only takes 30 seconds.

Take our online glamping assessment
Visit Glampitect North America's website
Email Glampitect North America: contact@glampitect.com
Download the EJH Distribution brochure
Visit The Fields

This week's guest are Carolyn and Rob Sourek from Columbia Gorge Getaways. They talk us through how they developed their 400+ acre property, how they create a 5-star experience without charging 5-star prices, and the things they'd do differently if they could do it all over again.

Glampitect North America is preparing to develop glamping resorts of our own. If you're interested in investing, just fill out this form - it only takes 30 seconds.

Take our online glamping assessment
Visit Glampitect North America's website
Email Glampitect North America: contact@glampitect.com
Check out Sage Outdoor Advisory
Visit Columbia Gorge Getaways

If you're interested in investing in our glamping project, just click here to express your interest.

This week's episode is a winter glamping special! Our guests are Josh Turner and Jane Rushbridge, owners of Blackstrap Glamping Resort in Saskatoon, Canada. Temperatures reach minus 50 celsius (minus 58 farenheit) in that part of the world, so we dig deep into what it takes to operate a successful glamping business in the extreme winter.

Other topics of conversation include working with government agencies, influencer marketing and what it's like to start a glamping business with your life partner.

Glampitect North America is preparing to develop glamping resorts of our own. If you're interested in investing, just fill out this form - it only takes 30 seconds.

Take our online glamping assessment
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Today's guest is Paul Bosley from Business Finance Depot. Paul is an expert in all things glampground financing, and he walks us through the process of SBA loans, USDA loans and equipment financing.

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Today's guest is Blake Smith, Founder of Walden Retreats in Texas. We speak to him about how he raised the capital for his glamping project, the details of Walden Retreats' backend operations, and the partnership with Matthew McConaughey's bourbon brand that had a huge impact on his business.

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This week's guest is Irene Jones from Marshall Sterling Insurance. Irene specializes in ADA policies and procedures for glamping, and she walks us through what the ADA is, what happens if your business doesn't follow the ADA, and what you can do to avoid fines and lawsuits.

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Today's guest is Jeroen van Rootselar from AfriCamps. AfriCamps partner with South African landowners and provide them with tents and marketing support in return for a share of the glamping revenue. We talk to Jeroen about the Africamps experience, the pros and cons of the revenue share model and the mistakes he'd avoid making if he were to start again today.

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Today's guests are Mike and Anne Howard of HoneyTrek fame. They've been on the "World's Longest Honeymoon" since January 2012 - that's over 4,000 days!

As part of their trip, they've stayed at more than 80 glamping sites across North America, and in 2019 they published "Comfortably Wild", an award-winning guidebook of the best glamping sites on the continent.

We speak to them about the common themes across the best glamping sites; little tips and tricks to improve the guest experience; and what they would do if they were to open their own glamping site.

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This week's guest is Bygnal Duston, Founder of Open Sky in Zion. Open Sky is now a beautiful, successful glamping resort, but it wasn't always that way. Bygnal came across an incredible amount of obstacles on his journey, and he joins us to talk about how he navigated them.

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This week, we interview Travis Berube of SomaBuild. He takes us through SomaBuild's five-step process to starting a glamping business, with a particular focus on choosing contractors and managing construction.

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This week's guest on The Start A Glamping Business Podcast is one of the pioneers of the glamping industry. Meet Ruben Martinez, founder of Glamping Hub and the American Glamping Association, as well as media partner of the Glamping Show Americas.

Ruben shares his wisdom from all three ventures, as well as common trends among successful glamping entrepreneurs and the rising stars to look out for in the industry.

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Today's guest is Tyler Watts from Broad River Campground. Tyler has created a super-cool campground and RV park that includes geodesic domes, and it's gone spectacularly well since launch. Listen for advice on combining all three of those elements, installing septic systems, hosting holiday events and more.

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Today we're joined by Brandon and Ryen Leyva from NOMA Resort,just outside of North Fork, California. We discuss the experience they're creating; how a difficult permitting process can be beneficial for your business; and much more.

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This week, we're joined by Andrew Murphy and Dionis Rodriguez of Sojourner Glamping. They've recently been approved for a 144-unit glamping resort in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, and they went through hell to get there! Tune in to hear tales of neighbor outrage, Facebook groups and a lawsuit on their route to getting this business off the ground.

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This week, we're joined by Nick Parker, a Loan Officer on the RV Park and Campground Lending Team at Live Oak Bank. We discuss the various ways of securing loans to fund your glamping development; green and red flags he looks out for in a loan application; and much, much more!

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This week, we spoke to Chris Jeub from Monument Glamping. Chris tells us how he went from schoolteacher to successful glamping operator, all while raising 16 (yes, that's 16) children!

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This week, we interviewed Mike Paclik and Austen Trimble from Lucky Arrow Retreat in Texas. Among other things, we discussed what it takes to run a glamping resort alongside an events business, and how Austen applied his knowledge of tech to the resort.

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This week we're joined by Amanda Jensen from Sanctuary Treehouse Resort in Sevierville, Tennessee. We discuss how she and her husband have built the world's first interactive treehouse resort, and how they plan to become the world's biggest treehouse resort.

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We're back with a new co-host and one of our biggest ever guests!

This week, we're joined by Sarah Dusek, founder of Under Canvas and pioneer of the glamping industry in North America. Her story is an incredible one and we can't wait for you to hear it. We're also joined by friend of the podcast, Connor Schwab, who will be joining us as co-host once a month.

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This week's guest is Mike Munt, a marketing and branding expert that was working with Under Canvas from day one in 2012. We all know that Under Canvas went on to become one of the biggest glamping brands in the world, and Mike shares the secrets of their success with us, with a particular focus on marketing strategy.

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This week's guest is Shannon Jamail from the Retreat Ranch in Marble Falls, Texas. The Retreat Ranch is a property that offers glamping, retreats, weddings and other events, and is a true example of how to incorporate different activities into your glamping offering.

Discussion points include group bookings vs individual bookings; marketing tactics to generate group bookings; and how to stay sane while operating a wedding venue!

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This week, we're joined by Zach Busekrus: professional Airbnb traveler, startup founder and host of the Behind the Stays Podcast. Among other things, we cover the ONE ingredient every hospitality business must have; the learnings Zach picked up from living in Airbnbs for 18 months; and the coolest outdoor hospitality destinations in the US right now.

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This week's episode is a break from the usual format. Last week, I appeared on Woodall Campground Magazine's podcast, discuss everything from the state of the North American glamping industry, differences between the UK and US markets, and what the future holds for American glamping.

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This week's guest is John Griffiths from Outbound Kitchen, a company that specializes in implementing food and beverage programs at outdoor resorts. Learn why you should be considering F&B at your glampground, the key things you need to consider and what you should expect when implementing such a program.

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Today's guest is Nate Vietz, founder of The Content House, a content agency specializing in marketing for short-term rentals and unique stays. Nate is the guy behind some of the coolest social media campaigns in the industry, and he shares his wisdom with us to discuss the best social media channel for glamping businesses, why you need to be analytical in the social media game, and more.

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This week's guest is one of the most impressive people I've spoken to since entering the industry. Ben Wolff is the owner of Onera, an 11-unit oasis in Fredericksburg, TX, that charges over $1,000 per night in peak season. Find out how Ben created such an incredible business, the lessons he learned along the way and advice he'd give to anyone looking to emulate him.

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This week's guest is Evan Gart of Gart Properties. Evan's family business has owned Powderhorn Mountain Resort in Colorado since they acquired the property in 2013. What was once a struggling, local ski resort has been transformed, and is now on the verge of a 60-unit expansion full of glamping, camping and RV spots.

This week's episode is a testament to the transformational effect glamping can have on an existing tourism/hospitality business.

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Today's guest is Jeff Wilson, founder of Jupe. Jupe is one of the most innovative companies in the glamping space, with their futuristic tents designed by a former Tesla engineer!

Jeff tells us about what Jupe learned from the best startup school in the world, the common mistakes he sees glamping operators making, and how he sees Jupe taking over the housing market.

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Today's guest is Lex Jones, a glamping entrepreneur and educator. He talks about the creative way he got into the glamping industry, the value of mentors, how to find the best staff, biggest mistakes he's made and why operating a glamping business can be so rewarding.

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Today's guest is Stephen Maulden, former Vice President of Real Estate and Construction at Getaway, a company with 30 locations and 1,300 cabins deployed across the US.

Stephen was one of Getaway's first hires and played a role in their expansion from small startup to industry leader. He shares the secrets of their success, from a site-by-site basis to their scaling strategy.

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One of our most popular guests, Connor Schwab from Sage Outdoor Advisory, is back on the podcast today. The topic is all things feasibility studies: what they are, who they're for, what's included and how they can get your glamping project funded.

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Looking for a property for your glamping business? Listen to this episode before you do anything else.

Today, we welcome back Nick Labadie to discuss five red flags to watch out for when assessing a property for a potential glamping business. His insight might just save you hundreds of thousands of dollars in wasted investment.

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We've got a real treat for you today!

On this episode, we're joined by Todd Wynne-Parry, who consults for glamping startups as an outdoor hospitality advisor. Todd has an outstanding CV, having worked as Chief Growth Officer for AutoCamp and spent time as an employee at Marriott, InterContinental and Starwood.

He shares his wealth of knowledge with us, including: the reasons behind the glamping boom; the secrets of AutoCamp's success; and what glamping operators can learn from the hotel industry.

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Today, we spoke to Nancy Sweeney, owner of the Woods of Eden Glampground in Maine. As well as explaining how she created a 5-star glamping experience, she taught us about the smartest land-buying tactic we've ever seen from a glamping business. It won't work for everyone, but emulating it can drastically reduce your project's permitting risk...

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How much more can you charge per night when you have ensuite bathrooms vs shared bathrooms? How much are glamping businesses that offer food and beverage able to charge compared to self-catered sites?

Today, we're joined by Connor Schwab of Sage Outdoor Advisory. Connor and the team at Sage produce feasibility studies for prospective and existing glamping operators, and through this they've gathered a huge amount of data on the glamping industry. They've also just collaborated on a massive industry report with Kampgrounds of America, and in this episode Connor talks us through the key findings and what they mean for your glamping project.

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Today's guest is an unusual one. He got his first glamping business up and running for less than $10,000, which is almost unheard of in the glamping industry. Listen to discover how Nick Rodriguez achieved his glamping dreams without breaking the bank.

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Today, we're joined by Donna Vaughan of Hawley Farm Glamping. Hawley Farm consistently gets rave reviews from guests, and a lot of it is down to tricks of the trade that Donna picked up from her past life as a restaurant owner. Listen to discover her secrets and how you can apply them to your own glamping business.

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Today we're joined by Patrick Gauvin, Co-Founder of Cielo Maritime Glamping.

Cielo Maritime Glamping is a glampground that operates all-year-round despite its snowy New Brunswick setting, but that's not its only unique feature. They also have "The Hub", which is an on-site bar, market and restaurant offering a range of locally sourced goods.

We talked to Patrick to discuss how he operates through the cold and snowy New Brunsiwck winters, as well as how he manages operating a glampground and The Hub.

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Alex Burkett is the CEO of Outdoor Alliances, a marketing company that specializes in outdoor hospitality resorts. Today, Alex shares his secrets to marketing a glamping business.

We cover how short-form videos can be a huge money-maker for glamping businesses; Facebook vs Instagram; what Alex would do if he had to market a glamping business from scratch; and much, much more.

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Today we're joined by Zach Stoltenberg, who's an architect and hospitality designer at Clockwork Architecture + Design.

Zach is a true expert in the glamping space, having designed multiple glamping resorts, along with RV parks and other experiential destinations. He's a specialist in acquiring permits for these types of projects, and today he shares his top tips for convincing your city/county to let you build a glamping project on your property.

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Today we spoke to Kevin Rains and his son, Izaac, who own Dappled Light Adventures in Kentucky.

They spoke to us about how the 24 years they spent in a Christian intentional community prepared them for life as glamping site owners.

They also give two genius marketing tips that have had a huge effect on their glamping site's bottom line.

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The first thing you should do when starting the glamping site setup journey is to check your zoning, yet it's a stage that's overlooked by so many people. Those people are making a huge mistake.

Knowing how your land is zoned provides the foundation for everything that follows. Doing some basic zoning checks will lead to one of two outcomes: (1) You increase your chances of acquiring a permit for your glamping site tenfold; or (2) you realise that glamping isn't possible on your land and you save yourself a ton of wasted time and money.

In the first episode of the North American version of this podcast, we're joined by Nick Labadie. Nick has 17 years of experience in the zoning game, and he distills all those years of wisdom into one conversation. Listen for a step-by-step guide to checking your zoning, Nick's top tips when speaking to county planners and more.

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Joining us today are Vicki and Brian Jones of Tractors & Cream. They own a family-run glamping business in Somerset, as well as a thriving Youtube channel that details their lives as glamping site owners.

We talk about the trials and tribulations of setting up and running a glamping business as a couple, including the arguments it can create!

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Kelda Bassett is a Director at Trudomes, a geodesic dome manufacturer specialising in the glamping industry. Kelda's experience isn't just confined to domes though; she's had an extensive career in the hospitality industry and knows how to create a fantastic customer experience.

Today's episode covers a variety of subjects, including creating 'magic moments' for your guests; increasing customer retention; maximising revenue-per-guest and the advantages of domes over other glamping units.

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Today we're joined by David and Felicity Brown of Hoe Grange Holidays. They offer accessible accommodation to those with additional needs on their site in Derbyshire.

As you'll learn from listening to this episode, accessibility is about a lot more than just catering for people in wheelchairs. It includes people with learning difficulties, hearing difficulties, the elderly, people with broken legs, parents with prams ... the list goes on. Very few glamping sites cater for these people, making it a huge untapped market.

David and Felicity have picked up a wealth of knowledge during their time catering for people with additional needs, and they share it with you in this info-packed episode.

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Today we're joined by Glampitect's co-founder, Ali Young, for the fourth time. Ali set up the first NC500 Pods site on the north coast of Scotland in 2019, and since then he's operated it completely remotely. More importantly, it's been consistently profitable and continues to thrive.

If you're interested in operating a glamping site remotely, or just looking for more ways to generative passive income, give this episode a listen.

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We're bringing something a little different to you in this week's episode of The Glampitect PODcast. For this episode, we're joined by Jordan Spittle of The Qube, manufacturers of modular buildings and tiny homes.

A tiny home is essentially a condensed house that retains all the comforts and functionalities of any other house. The tiny home movement is spreading rapidly across the world, and they're now being viewed as the next style of glamping unit to hit the scene.

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Glampitect and NC500 Pods co-founder Calum MacLeod returns to The Glampitect PODcast for a third time! In this episode, he talks about common business concepts and principles that can be applied to running a glamping business. These include:

Competitor analysis
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Marketing

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After speaking to hundreds, if not thousands of people at The Glamping Show, we realised that there are lots of people out there who want to start a glamping business but don't currently have the land to do so.

So, today we brought in the co-founder of Glampitect and NC500 Pods, Ali Young, to discuss what you should bear in mind when looking for land suitable for a glamping site. As becomes apparent throughout the episode, it's not as simple as just buying a nice-looking plot of land...

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A common problem faced by many prospective glamping business owners is deciding which glamping units to purchase for their site. This isn't just about which units look prettiest; it's also about how many months in the year you'll be operating; how much you can afford to spend on setup; what your ROI targets are and more.

There are so many things you need to consider when deciding on your glamping units, so we brought back Luke Pica, our resident feasibility expert, to run you through your options.

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Contact Luke: luke@glampitect.co.uk

Today we're joined by Glampitect's Marketing Lead, Billy Louden. Since joining the company this year, he's been implementing his marketing and branding expertise to grow both Glampitect and NC500 Pods' social media followings and balance sheets.

In this episode, we make the distinction between marketing and branding before focusing on the latter. We discuss why branding is important for glamping businesses, how glamping business owners should go about creating a brand and how they can weave it in with their other marketing efforts.

If you have any queries about how we can assist your glamping business with marketing, feel free to reach out to Billy directly: William@glampitect.co.uk.

Last time we spoke to Morag Sallabanks, she was waiting for it to stop raining so she could start putting her glamping site together. Seven months on, she's the owner of a thriving glamping business that's enjoyed an average occupancy rate of 80-85% since opening this summer.

Today we catch up with Morag to find out how she's been so successful in her glamping journey so far, as well as delving into the pros and cons of being a glamping site owner.

For those who didn't hear our first episode with Morag and would like to listen to it before starting this one, you can access it here.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Take a look at Glampitect's Instagram page
Visit Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group
Check out Braeview Glamping's Instagram page
Visit Braeview Glamping's website

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002
Email Braeview Glamping: hello@braeviewglamping.com

A theme that has cropped up in many episodes of The Glampitect PODcast is the importance of treating your glamping site as more than just a passion project. To operate a highly profitable site you must treat it like a business, which means doing your research, identifying your target market and providing excellent customer service.

Today we're joined by Debbie Cockayne, who's the co-owner of the Bank House Meadows glamping site in Norfolk. She's got plenty of experience in business and she strongly believes that the skills she's picked up in her career are transferrable to glamping.

As well as the business side, we discuss how it feels to gain planning permission, how she plans to increase occupancy rates during the winter months and more.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Take a look at Glampitect's Instagram page
Visit Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group
Check out Bank House Meadows' Instagram page

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002
Email Debbie: bankhousemeadows@gmail.com

Picking your dream glamping pods; looking for hot tubs; creating the perfect guest welcome package. What do these three things have in common?

They're all exciting elements of starting a glamping business.

Slightly less exciting is talk of wastewater, drainage and...well...poo. Yet these are absolutely vital parts of setting up a glamping site and they simply cannot be neglected. If your drainage system fails while guests are on site, your glamping dream could be destroyed faster than you can say Tripadvisor.

Today we're joined by Grant Simpson of Viltra Wastewater technology to discuss why a good drainage system is so important; the different options for foul drainage; the benefits of a dedicated sewage treatment plant over a septic tank and more. It might not be the most exciting 20 minutes of your glamping site setup experience, but it might just be the most important.

Today we're joined by Jack Liddell, who's a Client Relations Consultant at Glampitect. His role is to be the touchpoint for our clients, ensuring that no question is left unanswered. He connects our clients to the relevant Glampitect team members and makes sure that the client is satisfied at all times.

Performing this role has given him an insight into what clients can do to make the whole process a lot smoother, and also what they shouldn't be doing if they want to give their glamping dream the best possible chance of success. If you're working with us or considering working with us, this one's for you.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Take a look at Glampitect's Instagram page
Visit Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002
Email Jack: jack@glampitect.co.uk

Have you ever thought about starting a glamping business but been put off by the costs involved? A lack of money doesn't necessarily signal the end of your glamping dream. Today we're joined by Ken Riley of GTF Event Equipment Financing to talk you through your financing options.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Take a look at Glampitect's Instagram page
Visit Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group
Check out GTF Event Equipment Finance's site

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002
Email Ken: ken@gtf-eef.co.uk
Call Ken: 07792247248

Today we're joined by Luke Pica, Research and Reporting Lead at Glampitect. One of Luke's main roles is to oversee our feasibility study programme. A feasibility study is a vital stage of the glamping journey for any prospective glamping site owner, and in this episode we delve into what a feasibility study is, why it's important, what Glampitect offer in this regard, and what you need to do if you're undertaking your own feasibility assessment.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Take a look at Glampitect's Instagram page
Visit Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002
Get in touch with Luke: luke@glampitect.co.uk

Today we're joined by the Head of Operations at NC500 Limited, Craig Mills. Craig has played a huge role in growing NC500 as a business, facilitating partnerships with hundreds of businesses along the North Coast 500 route and driving footfall to a once-neglected region of Scotland.

There are several parallels between Craig's business and a glamping business, including local business partnerships, the preservation of the surrounding area and the issue of difficult neighbours.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Take a look at Glampitect's Instagram page
Visit Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group
Check out the NC500 website

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002

Today we're joined by Carol Oulton, owner of Newlands Hall Farm and the Weardale Retreat. Weardale Retreat is a glamping offering consisting of a shepherd hut and a hot tub overlooking the Durham Dales, and it's been a roaring success since Carol decided to diversify her farming business last year. If you're a farmer considering diversifying into glamping, this episode is for you.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Take a look at Glampitect's Instagram page
Visit Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group
Visit Weardale Retreat
Check out The Glamping Show

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002

We've got something a little different for you today!

Thus far, our focus has been very UK-centric, but today we're travelling to the Middle East, and Dubai specifically, to speak to Chris Nader. He's an expert in glamping, eco resorts and all things hospitality in that region, so this is a must-listen for anyone thinking of starting a glamping business over there. Alternatively, if you have your sights firmly set on the UK market, you might just glean some information that will allow your site to stand out from your competitors.

P.S. If you are based abroad, keep an eye out for the all-new Glampitect Global website, coming soon!

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Take a look at Glampitect's Instagram page
Visit Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group
Chris' LinkedIn

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002

Ali Young, co-founder of Glampitect and North Coast 500 Pods, returns to the podcast today to discuss the common mistakes he sees prospective and existing glamping site owners making. This is a must listen for anyone at any stage of their glamping journey.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Take a look at Glampitect's Instagram page
Visit Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002

Today we're joined by Patryk Wargacki, social media coordinator for Glampitect and North Coast 500 Pods. Patryk is a huge reason why NC500 Pods have 33,000 followers on Instagram and 35,000 likes on Facebook. The content he produces daily has built a huge audience, generated lots of engagement and resulted in thousands of pounds worth of bookings for the site.

In this episode, he provides us with his top tips for replicating his success through the use of polls, competitions, and even April Fools' Day pranks. If you want to grow a social media audience for your glamping site, this is the episode for you.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Take a look at Glampitect's Websites and Marketing Section
Join Glampitect's Facebook group
Check out the North Coast 500 Pods website

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002

Today we're joined by Christine Maclean, who runs the daily operations of the North Coast 500 Pods glamping sites in Brora and Achmelvich. If you're want to know about the day-to-day aspects of a glamping business, or you're thinking of outsourcing this side to someone like Christine, you should give it a listen.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Take a look at Glampitect's Instagram page
Visit Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Email Christine: christine10011963@gmail.com
Call Glampitect: 01312029002

Glampitect and North Coast 500 Pods co-founder, Calum MacLeod, is back for the 10th episode of The Glampitect PODcast.

Today, we speak about how to market your glamping business on social media so that you achieve a high occupancy rate as soon as you open. Calum spent lots of time marketing the NC500 Pods site in Brora long before it launched, and this led to guests flooding in once the doors opened.

If you're in the process of setting up a glamping site and you haven't started marketing your site yet, you need to give this a listen.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Take a look at Glampitect's Websites and Marketing Section
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Take a look at Glampitect's Instagram page
Visit Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group
Check out the North Coast 500 Pods website

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002

If you've got any sort of interest in the hospitality and leisure industry, there's a good chance you'll be aware of Bob O'Connor and his work.

After starting his career in retail, he went on to develop an acute sense of what works and what doesn't when creating guest experiences. His most renowned project is Port Lympne Reserve, which he transformed from a business losing £3 million per annum to a hugely profitable resort in less than three years.

Simply put, he's a hospitality genius, and it was a privilege to chat with him for an hour. It's our longest episode yet, but we urge you to listen all the way through.

Points of discussion:

How he got into the industry.
How he turned Port Lympne Reserve around, from losing £3 million per year to a hugely profitable business in less than 3 years.
Why you shouldn’t aim for 100% occupancy at your site.
Advertising on the London Underground.
His biggest failures.
His most important mentors.
The common mistakes he sees hospitality businesses making.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Take a look at Glampitect's Instagram page
Visit Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group
Check out Port Lympne Reserve
Take a look at Bob's website

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002

Ali Young, co-founder of NC500 Pods and Glampitect, joins us today.

With experience in setting up sites for himself and for Glampitect's clients, Ali is able to provide some great insight into the pros and cons of being a glamping site owner and the lessons he's learned along the way.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Take a look at Glampitect's Instagram page
Visit Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group
Check out NC500 Pods' website

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002

Today we're joined by Steph Curtis-Raleigh, an industry expert, publisher of International Glamping Business magazine and organiser at Eco Resort Network.

As well as wider industry trends, discussion includes what UK glamping site owners can take from the American model; regulations site owners probably aren't aware of and the difference between the glamping industry and the holiday park industry.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Take a look at Glampitect's Instagram page
Visit Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group
Take a look at the International Glamping Business website
Check out Eco Resort Network

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002

Today we're joined by two environmental experts Pete Wharton and Matt Wall of Wharton Natural Infrastructure Consultants.

Discussion includes why glamping site owners should care about protecting the natural areas that surround their site; how they can do this; the financial benefits of creating an eco-friendly site; and the potential effect of the Environment Bill on prospective site owners.

If you're passionate about the environment, you'll love this. If you're less passionate about this particular issue, we urge you to give this episode a listen. It might just change your perspective.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Take a look at Glampitect's Instagram page
Visit Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group
Visit Wharton Natural Infrastructure Consultants' website
Listen to the Nature's Architects Podcast
Read 'Wilding' by Isabella Tree

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002

Today we're joined by Eden Flaherty of Glamping Advisors. They're a glamping consultancy service based in Portugal, so they're essentially the Glampitect of the Iberian Peninsula.

Eden really has his ear to the ground when it comes to glamping and international tourism trends. That allows for some interesting discussion on eco-tourism, adventure tourism, sustainability and more.

We hope you enjoy.

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
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Eden's Business: Glamping Advisors

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002

Today we're joined by Glampitect's in-house marketing expert, Moray Donaldson.

With a university degree in International Marketing and experience in social media marketing for glamping sites and other businesses, Moray is able to offer some excellent insight into what you need to do to ensure your glamping site stands out in the online sphere.

We spoke about the different content you should be posting on social media, the importance of brand guidelines and the pros and cons of external booking channels. We highly recommend you listen, particularly if you're not a social media wizard like Moray!

Links

Visit Glampitect's website
Check out Glampitect's Facebook page
Check out Glampitect's Instagram page
Check out Glampitect's LinkedIn page
Join Glampitect's Facebook group

Contact

Email Glampitect: contact@glampitect.co.uk
Call Glampitect: 01312029002
Contact Moray directly: moray@glampitect.co.uk

In the third episode of The Glampitect PODcast, we're joined by Morag Sallabanks of Braeview Glamping, which is a glamping site that's currently under construction. She's full of great advice for anyone who wants to set up a glamping site, as she's learned plenty of lessons along the way.

Topics of discussion include:

The importance of bringing an expert in to help with the planning process
Why you should treat your glamping site as a business investment, and not just a hobby
Things you need to do to ensure the planning process runs smoothly
Farm diversification
What Morag would do differently if she were to start the process all over again
The one tip she'd give to others in her shoes

Links:

Visit Glampitect's website
Visit Braeview Glamping's website
Take a look at our planning permission section
Check out the Eco Hotel Investment Summit that was mentioned
Read Glampitect's 2021 Industry Forecast

Contact:

General enquiries:contact@glampitect.co.uk
01312029002
Press enquiries:press@glampitect.co.uk

In the second episode of The Glampitect PODcast, Jason Devenish of Leisure Design Projects and Enchanted Creations speaks about the importance of creating an experiential destination, as opposed to the traditional 'cookie cutter' approach for your glamping site.

If you're someone who likes to think outside the box when creating visitor destinations, this one is for you.

Links (tap the text to visit):

Visit Glampitect's website
Jason's company - Leisure Design Projects
Jason's other company - Enchanted Creations
Jason's best build - Rufus' Roost
Check out Glampitect's 2021 Glamping Industry Forecast
Today's sponsor - Made Of Bits

Contact:

General enquiries:contact@glampitect.co.uk
01312029002
Press enquiries:press@glampitect.co.uk

In the first ever episode of The Glampitect Podcast, Glampitect's co-founder, Calum MacLeod joins us to recount how Glampitect came to be. He also runs us through what Glampitect offer to prospective glamping site owners, and our plans for 2021.

It's not all Glampitect, though. There's plenty of discussion on the importance of USPs and differentiating yourself from your competitors, as well as an introduction to the benefits of hot tubs and marketing for your site.

It's the first of many episodes, so we'd love for you to subscribe and join us on our journey!

Links:

Visit Glampitect's website
Calum's glamping site - NC500 Pods
Check out Glampitect's 2021 Glamping Industry Forecast
Take a look at Glampitect's Land Buying Guide
Today's sponsor - Made Of Bits

Contact:

General enquiries: contact@glampitect.co.uk
01312029002
Press enquiries: press@glampitect.co.uk