: 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
Jennifer ConlinAre 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
Sophie Kinsella
glamp
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
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
Moira McCarthy
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The hotel, by the founders of the U.S. glamping empire Under Canvas, has just six suites—all solar-powered and decorated with local art—plus a spa and a farm that grows produce used at Luvhondo’s restaurant (including its excellent arugula pesto).
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
This premier wilderness resort is a 4,600-acre lakeside retreat complete with glamping tents, massive spa, and over a dozen restaurants.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2025
On this week's episode of The Kardashians, Khloé, sister Kim Kardashian and mom Kris Jenner go to Joshua Tree together to go camping — or rather, glamping — in an RV.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 3 Apr. 2025
There are more rustic accommodations for the roll-up-your-sleeves types, but also plenty of ultra-luxe glamping resorts for those who prefer a cold towel waiting for them after a riveting slot canyon excursion.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 20 Mar. 2025
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Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
This premier wilderness resort is a 4,600-acre lakeside retreat complete with glamping tents, massive spa, and over a dozen restaurants.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2025
On this week's episode of The Kardashians, Khloé, sister Kim Kardashian and mom Kris Jenner go to Joshua Tree together to go camping — or rather, glamping — in an RV.
—Hannah Sacks, People.com, 3 Apr. 2025
There are more rustic accommodations for the roll-up-your-sleeves types, but also plenty of ultra-luxe glamping resorts for those who prefer a cold towel waiting for them after a riveting slot canyon excursion.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 20 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for glamping
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“Glamping.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glamping. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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