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The Dos and Dont's of Glamping on Your Honeymoon

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A glamping honeymoon offers newlyweds that delicious feeling of being the only two people in the world. Sure, room service is nice, but imagine snuggling with your sweetheart by a crackling campfire, then waking up to birdsong at sunrise.

What is glamping?

Short for "glamour camping," it means sleeping outdoors while still enjoying all the comforts of a hotel. Picture spacious tents with soft beds and two chairs inviting you to drink champagne under the stars. It's a special experience - but is it for you? Before you plan your glamping honeymoon, make sure to consider these dos and don'ts.

Do agree on the level of luxury you're looking for

Glamping destinations vary widely in the accommodations they offer. The STF Kolarbyn in Sweden features moss-roofed forest huts and no running water. This is ultra-rustic glamping. At The Resort at Paws Up in Montana, on the other hand, guests stay in beautifully appointed tents that overlook the Blackfoot River and get their own camp butler and camp chef.

Don't expect glamping to be cheap

A night in one of the glass-fronted pavilions at Longitude 131? in the Australian Outback will cost you around $2,300 (including meals). The lakeside Greystoke Mahale camp in Tanzania, which offers guests the chance to see wild chimpanzees, starts around $4,500 per person for four nights in a wood-and-thatch banda. Expensive? You bet. But these are once-in-a-lifetime experiences you'll never forget. There are cheaper options for glamping honeymoons, of course - check out this list of value glamping destinations.

Do decide if you want to be disconnected

Answering demand, many glamping destinations now offer Wi-Fi, TV and other modern conveniences. For some, Internet and phone access is a must, but honeymooners may prefer to get away from it all entirely.

Do leave the heels at home

Yes, glamping can be a luxurious experience - but you're still out in the woods. You might be trekking over rough ground and dirt trails. Your tent might not be heated. So skip the cocktail dress and silk nighties, and pack boots and flannel PJs instead.

Don't expect nature to keep a safe distance

If you or your partner is apt to shriek at seeing a spider, glamping might not be the best choice for your honeymoon. The whole idea is to get close to the natural world, wildlife and all - and that means you could hear coyotes howling in the night, or see a snake glide across the trail.

Don't confuse glamping with "real" camping

This can be a touchy subject for outdoorsmen and women. If your partner enjoys traditional camping - pitching a tent, unrolling a sleeping bag and cooking dinner over a campfire - then glamping might seem too frou-frou. A good compromise might be a more rustic glamping destination that lets guests prepare their own meals.

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Nov 15, 2013