glamping

noun

glamp·​ing ˈglam-piŋ 

: outdoor camping with amenities and comforts (such as beds, electricity, and access to indoor plumbing) not usually used when camping

If the eco-friendly idea of falling asleep under the stars and roasting marshmallows around a campfire appeals to you, but the reality of pitching a tent and sleeping on bumpy ground does not, glamping, the new term being used for upscale—or glamorous—camping, could be your ideal green vacation.

—Jennifer Conlin

Are there proper hot showers or am I going to die of cold? Because I was never that sure about glamping in the first place; it was Gavin's idea.

—Sophie Kinsella

glamp

ˈglamp 

intransitive verb

glamped; glamping

Glamp as you have never glamped before at Dromquinna Manor in Kenmare, where a stay in one of their luxurious tents will set you back around 450 a night.

—Irish Examiner

glamper noun

plural glampers

Naturally beautiful, with attractive greenery and wooded sites, Sandy Pines Campground offers camping for every type of camper—from simple tent camping to Class A motor home travelers to glampers looking for something a little more upscale and effortless.

—Moira McCarthy

Examples of glamping in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Alisal Ranch offers a true taste of throwback dude-ranch luxury and the glamping tents at Flying Flags RV Resort round out the rich offering of lodging options. —Sunset Magazine, 26 Sep. 2024

There are many different types of mountain vacations ranging from luxurious ski chalets to upscale glamping locations, and even a five-star property built into a mountain in the Caribbean. —Roger Sands, Forbes, 22 Sep. 2024

More intrepid travelers— us pre-kids or those traveling sans little ones — enjoy stays in glamping tents. —Andrew Sessa, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2024

The vineyard, which offers RV camping on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, also has glamping accommodations that range from tipis to cabins and an animal sanctuary where guests can pet, feed and take photos with llamas. Details: 47209 State Route 288, Young. 928-462-3314, bruzzivineyard.com. —Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 11 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

blend of glamour or glamorous and camping, gerund of camp entry 2

First Known Use

2005, in the meaning defined above