We are in what is described in the Ski world as the 'inter-season' very few bookings and unpredictable weather. It is the time when the sensible creatures in the world go into hibernation. For Glamping sites it is the time for reflection on what went well and not so well in 2025 and what to focus and prioritise for 2026. My list looks a bit like this from a purely practical perspective. 1. keep everything standing, do repairs to weather damaged structures, fingers crossed for no snow bombs or ultra wind events. 2. look after the pennies, no big investments till the bookings and payments start rolling in again. 3. Upgrades, our first port of call is what can we do to the current estate to improve it? there are the coats of paint and up dating fixtures and fittings, but are any of our units tired or coming to the end of there productive life. On this note, we will be changing the canvas roof on one to a shingle roof to improve the integrity and reduce my sleepless nights. Another unit due to winter condensation hasn't been used so we will be adding insulation and larch cladding. 4. New stuff, these tend to be the expensive items, we have been talking about adding a sauna for multiple use and putting in a plunge pool next to our stream. the work for them would start in March but the planning is being done now. 5. Review of all 'online' pages for accuracy, pricing corrections and picture up dates. This one quite often falls into the wait for a rainy day, it is a pain. Especially when you have multiple OTA's, a website, all your social media pages. It can be emotional when you realise you have to reduce the number of pets you now have. 6. Insurance renewals, and other admin stuff I would love to know whether your lists are similar or if you have anything to add.

I love cooking and baking, specifically sourdough. So I combine my love of bread making with our glamping business and offer loaves to the guests and all our breakfasts include a few slices of my finest. Today's creations

Any tips please? I am playing around with CapCut and a camera on my laptop to produce content for the classroom element of this community. I hate watching myself back, I think I sound like a robot and that’s just to start. Camera angles, close up or distant, what to say how to say it? What I look like, I finished up hating my teeth and smile yesterday. Do you over emphasis, change your voice, speak slower or quicker? Should I pay for CapCut professional or is there better software? Any help appreciated

You’ve just joined a community built for people who actually care about doing glamping properly — not the Instagram‑fantasy version, but the real, muddy‑boot, guest‑wrangling, problem‑solving, standards‑raising version. This is where glamping pros come to: • Share insight • Solve problems • Raise standards • Shape the future of outdoor hospitality together If that sounds like your kind of room, you’re in the right place. What this community is (and isn’t) This space is for people who: • Run, manage, or support glamping operations • Want practical solutions, not vague “hacks” • Value fairness, boundaries, and professional pride • Believe the sector can — and should — do better • Appreciate honest conversation with a bit of wit This space is not for: • Drama • Ego • “Crush it bro” energy • People who think standards are optional We’re here to make the industry better, not louder. How to get started 1. Update your profile Add your name, what you do, and where you’re based. It helps everyone connect like actual humans, not usernames. 2. Introduce yourself Head to the Introductions space and share: • Who you are • Your glamping setup or role • One challenge you’re facing right now (We’ve all got one. Start there.) 3. Pick one useful thing Visit the Classroom or browse the top posts. Choose one resource, idea, or discussion to apply this week. Small, specific action beats passive scrolling every time. --- What you can expect here • Clarity: Straight-talking, sector-savvy guidance without fluff. • Practical help: Templates, examples, and real-world fixes from people who’ve been there. • Community: Operators who get it — and who want you to succeed. • Respect: This is a no‑doormat zone. Boundaries matter here. If something’s unclear, missing, or could be better, say so. This community grows through honest input, not silent suffering. --- How to get the most from Glamping Gurus • Ask real questions — the messy, specific ones. • Share your experience — what’s obvious to you is gold to someone else.

When the temperature plummets, a glamping site can go from “cosy retreat” to “operational nightmare” in a single night. Frozen pipes, stiff zips, brittle canvas, and heaters working overtime all pile pressure on your infrastructure—and your sanity. Here’s what freezing weather really does: - Water systems seize up, leaving guests without taps, showers, or flushing loos. - Zippers stiffen and crack, especially on older tents or damp canvas. - Canvas becomes rigid, making doors harder to close and increasing the risk of tears. - Condensation skyrockets, turning interiors into cold, damp boxes. - Heaters struggle, pushing your power supply to its limits. But you’re not powerless. Quick fixes that keep you in the game: - Lag and wrap pipes with insulation or even old towels in a pinch. - Use silicone spray on zips to stop them freezing solid. - Warm the canvas gently with a fan heater before guests arrive to restore flexibility. - Add moisture traps or crack vents to reduce condensation. - Pre‑heat units early so heaters aren’t fighting sub‑zero starts. Freezing conditions don’t have to freeze your operations. With a few smart tweaks, you can keep guests warm, systems running, and your season on track—even when the weather has other ideas.