Stargaze from a bubble

THE transparent pods found in Bulle d’R, located in the wooded area of Dournazac in the Périgord Limousin regional natural park, are deliberately designed so guests can enjoy the stunning night sky views in warm surroundings without the distraction of light pollution. 

Each pod sits on a private terrace area with its own bathroom and hot tub. Meals, breakfast and dinner (upon request) are delivered to the pods by hosts. Visitors can relax at the nearby lake beach, Espace Hermeline, or have fun visiting one of the area’s local châteaux. For something a little different, they can ride the vélorail, a pedal-powered cart on a disused railway line.

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Winter glamping

#CHRISTMAS offerings from pitchup.com with a number of winter glamping options available this December across the UK and Europe. Cosy log cabins and barns, roasting chestnuts over an open fire or enjoying brisk winter walks, wrapped up warm in winter woollies a Christmas outdoor break is the perfect choice.

Lampeter, west Wales: Cwmcoedog Farm, a working farm in west Wales. The cosy heated camping pods come with a double and single bed and can sleep up to four guests. Bathroom facilities including hot showers are available in a nearby pod and there’s also an indoor games room.

Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland: The cosy individually designed snugs at GG’s Yard are perfect for a romantic pre-Christmas escape. Each snug is self-contained and private, enabling guests to enjoy the stunning sea views and starry skies from the comfort of their bed through the snug’s glass-fronted doors.

Newbury, Berkshire: Hollington Park Glamping, a luxury glampsite just 45 minutes from London. These cosy heated pods may be near Highclere Castle, but aside from the bone china provided in each lodge, this is no Downton Abbey. The entire family, including the dog, will love this vintage-style site.

Wortwell, Norfolk: Wortwell Hall Barn offers a number of beautifully appointed twin and double bedrooms, with ensuite bathroom facilities. Guests also have shared access of communal facilities including the outdoor terrace overlooking the countryside. The barn is located in Waveney Valley in the heart of the Norfolk countryside, but within easy reach of the market town of Harleston, ideal for Christmas shopping.

Flims, Imboden Switzerland: Camping Flims near the Flims Laax Falera region is an ideal base for those seeking fun in the snow to get in the festive spirit. The site offers a range of snow-covered heated timber pods, sleeping up to four people including beds, bed linen, a table and chairs. Hot showers are available onsite and there’s also a restaurant. The Laax ski lift is just five minutes from the site via a free shuttle bus for those wishing to fit in some time on the slopes.

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YHA enters the glamping market

THE YOUTH HOSTELS ASSOCIATION (YHA) in England and Wales has invested £1 million in camping, glamping, and cabin facilities at 63 of its hostels.

As well as hostels and camping pods, the YHA’s alternative accommodation includes glamping, for people who like camping but don't like roughing it. Solar-powered luxury bell tents are available at six YHAs in the south-west of England. The tents come with a double bed and three singles. Rates start at £70 a night.

Caroline White, chief executive of YHA (England and Wales), said: ‘We have so many properties with great outdoor space, acres in some instances, that it made sense to utilize it to entice more people to stay with and experience YHA. 

‘We acknowledge that not everyone wants a home-from-home experience when on holiday, but guests who choose to camp or glamp with YHA have access to our great self-catering facilities, bars, cafes, restaurants, and indoor communal areas should the weather be awful.’

www.yha.org.uk/places-to-stay/camping-and-cabins

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