- Staying in a converted Airstream is a unique way of experiencing camping in the surrounds of nature, without the hassle of pitching a tent.
- The silver RV's were originally popularized in the 50s and 60s, but have recently enjoyed a revival.
- The variety of activities offered by these 'glamping' locations range from stargazing, to goat milking, to mountain-top yoga.
Pack your hiking boots, but skip the sleeping bag: It’s time to go glamping.
Glamping is for travelers who want to camp in luxury, exploring nature in secluded natural environments but staying in renovated Airstreams or furnished tents with electric ports. It’s one reason that recreational vehicles are seeing a resurgence. Sales have been soaring, due to both retiring baby boomers and a new millennial fan base, according to the Wall Street Journal.
But for plenty of people, an RV in the driveway isn’t quite as appealing as an occasional weekend in a tricked-out, secluded Airstream. Check out these nine extreme glamping sites, all available on Airbnb.
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Wimberley, Texas
Get close to Texas' natural beauty in this RV, located right in the heart of Hill Country. This highly rated Airstream — nicknamed the "Dixie Daisy"— includes a hot tub, outdoor shower, fire pit and patio grill, set within 10 acres of trails and creeks. Use the day to sample the region's own rural attractions, or drive into San Antonio and Austin for some city amenities, then unwind at night by snuggling up with your partner to watch something of the (included) impressive selection of Western movies.
Mill Valley, California
Get ready for a blast from the past in this groovy 1969 Airstream just north of San Francisco. The vintage RV has an iconic aluminum exterior, kitchen appliances entirely in retro red, and various 1970s paraphernalia like lava lamps and dream catchers.
The rental is perfectly situated right between San Francisco's trendy restaurants and Napa and Sonoma valleys' scenic wineries; there are also various trails nearby for hiking and biking.
Cosby, Tennessee
Camp in the Smoky Mountains in style. This snug, 6-by-12-foot red 1959 Shasta camper is nestled in the woods of Tennessee and has a bonfire right outside. As a bonus, the host family includes complimentary breakfast fixings: homemade bread, eggs and goat's milk from their own farm.
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