Top 5 Places In The World To Camp In Luxury

Feb 24
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2009

Karen Cooke

Karen Cooke

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Gone are the days when camping meant roughing it. If you like the idea of camping, but without leaving behind all the modern-day comforts of life, you'll be delighted at some of the luxury camping holidays that are available. Here are the Top 5 Places In The World To Camp.

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1. Golden Triangle

Golden Triangle is famous for their Thailand luxury travel experience. Owned by the prestigious hotel chain Four Seasons,Top 5 Places In The World To Camp In Luxury Articles guests always leave satisfied. Whether it be the romantic river boat ride into the resort, the beautiful furnishings in the 15 exclusive tents or the tropical jungle backdrop, there is something here to fall in love with. The tents, complete with an outdoor patio, are designed as light filled and open areas, with spectacular views out onto the Ruak River.

Travellers can book three or four night all-inclusive packages, which incorporate elephant rides, hiking along beautiful mountain and jungle trails and a full spa treatment.

2. Clayoquot Wilderness Resort

Hiding away in the picturesque realms of British Columbia, Canada, a unique experience awaits. Clayoquot Wilderness Resort is located on Vancouver Island and open from May to September each year. Promising those who love to travel in style the opportunity to engage in an environmentally friendly indulgence, the resort is adorned with spacious, tastefully furnished tents surrounded by amazing woods and forest. Complete with a dining tent, 20 guest tents, and even a massage tent for ultimate pampering, this is truly camping in comfort.

Popular with couples, Clayoquot boasts gourmet cuisine and endless outdoor activities such as horse riding, kayaking and archery to name a few. Visitors can choose luxury travel deals for three, five or seven nights.

3. Wilson Island

Looking for an exclusive, unique and indulgent holiday, without the bother of a passport?

Look no further than this luxury resort on Wilson Island, located in the Great Barrier Reef, Queensland. With a maximum of 12 guests allowed at a time on this resort, you're guaranteed to enjoy your time away in peace, whether alone or with a loved one.

Wilson Island is relatively pure from the touch of man, and visitors will be amazed at the array of wildlife and natural scenery available. Tent accommodation includes raised wooden floors, a king size bed, furniture and daily house cleaning, so you can sit out on your deck porch in the twilight and marvel at the beautiful Australian flora and fauna, whilst enjoying all the little comforts that make life so much easier.

4. Longitude 131

If you think of the Australian desert as uncomfortable, hot and dusty, then Longitude 131 is going to make you think again. Bordering the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, this luxury travel site offers all the natural beauty of the desert alongside a pampered existence. Imagine lying in your king size bed as you watch the sun break over Uluru in the early morning, or dining underneath a vista of stars for your evening meal. Perhaps best of all is the reverse cycle air conditioning at your disposal, which keeps the dreaded heat away, and allows you to make the most of every experience.

With a policy allowing no children 12 years or under, Longitude 131 invokes a romantic, tranquil atmosphere, one you will remember long after leaving.

5. Sweetwaters Tented Camp

Complete with an ensuite, verandah and full room service, the tent accommodation at Sweetwater is amongst the world's best. Located in Kenya, Sweetwater is situated on a private gaming reserve, where guests can enjoy wild safari and seeing the sights of the beautiful African jungle by day, and return to their haven accommodation at night.

Five course meals every evening and valet parking mean you won't need to sacrifice a thing to live amongst the great outdoors, as you enjoy your luxury holiday in Kenya. Also on offer are spa treatments, a swimming pool, secretarial services, internet access and guided bush walks.