Episodes
When Glamping Meets Silicon Valley - Lucky Arrow Retreat
Send us a text 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. Glampitect North America is pr…
Introducing the World's First Interactive Treehouse Resort
Send us a text 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...
Interviewing the Pioneer of Glamping - Under Canvas Special Part 2
Send us a text 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…
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Why Has Under Canvas Been So Successful? - Under Canvas Glamping Spec…
Send us a text 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 parti…
How to Host Events at Your Glampground
Send us a text 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 point…
The One Ingredient Every Glampground MUST Have
Send us a text 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; a…
Glamping Industry FAQs with Woodall's Campground Magazine
Send us a text 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 betwe...
How to Introduce F&B to Your Glampground
Send us a text 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,...
Which Social Media Channel Is Best for Your Glamping Business?
Send us a text 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 socia…
How to Charge $1,000+ Per Night for Your Glamping Business
Send us a text 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 les…
How Glamping Transformed a Ski Resort's Bottom Line
Send us a text 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 …
Meet the Elon Musk of Glamping!
Send us a text 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 …
Bootstrapping, Scaling and Educating in the Glamping Industry
Send us a text 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. If you own land…
Secrets from the Biggest Glamping Company in the World
Send us a text 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 huge role in their expansion from small startup to industry l…
How to Get Your Glamping Project Funded
Send us a text 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 ...
NEVER Buy a Property With These Red Flags
Send us a text 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 …
How to Design Your Glamping Site Like Disneyland - With AutoCamp's Ch…
Send us a text 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, Int…
The Smartest Real Estate Tactic We've Seen From a Glamping Business
Send us a text 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 emulati…
The Science Behind Creating a 5-Star Glamping Experience
Send us a text 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 …
How to Start a Glamping Business for Less Than $10,000
Send us a text 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. Glampitect North America is pre…
The Best Tactic for Getting 5-Star Reviews I've Ever seen
Send us a text 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...
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Hot Tubs, Oysters and Cheese - This New Brunswick Glampground Has It …
Send us a text 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, marke…