{"id":7210,"date":"2018-06-19T12:53:29","date_gmt":"2018-06-19T16:53:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/?p=7210"},"modified":"2023-07-13T06:25:47","modified_gmt":"2023-07-13T10:25:47","slug":"summer-glamping-essentials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/summer-glamping-essentials\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Must-Have Summer \u2018Glamping\u2019 Essentials"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u201cWe should go camping!\u201d exclaims your friend \/ roommate \/ significant other and before you know it (before you\u2019ve had your <\/span>coffee<\/span><\/a>) you shout, \u201cYES! We should TOTALLY go camping!\u201d Three clicks and a rental car later, you made plans to spend the weekend in the great outdoors.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sleeping under the stars\u2026 or on the ground in a hot tent surrounded by bugs\u2026 isn\u2019t for everyone, but <\/span>glamping<\/span><\/i> certainly is. Glamping is short for \u201cglamorous camping\u201d and the concept inspires even the most hardened indoor cats to venture into the wilderness. The idea behind glamping is to make the experience as relaxing and restorative as a night in a hotel. Here\u2019s how.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"11<\/a><\/p>\n

Turn Camping into \u2018Glamping\u2019 with the Right Gear<\/span><\/h2>\n

1. Effective \u201cDry\u201d Insect Repellent<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re not a fan of the outdoors, this is <\/span>not<\/span><\/i> the time to try an \u201call natural\u201d bug spray made of essential oils and unicorn tears. This is the time to stock up on products like <\/span>OFF! Deep Woods Dry<\/span><\/i>. Bug spray may not sound like \u201cglamping\u201d gear, but the less time you spend tending to mosquito bites and swatting at gnats, the more time you spend enjoying the outdoors. Dry repellents last for 8 hours, aren\u2019t greasy like typical sprays, and are safe to use on your clothing and tents! Make your weekend a bug-free zone.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Starter Logs<\/span><\/h3>\n

It\u2019s cute that your partner wants to show you how they learned to make a fire in Scouts over 20 years ago\u2026 but on the off chance they\u2019re a little rusty, pack starter logs. Starter logs will have you enjoying perfectly toasted marshmallows in a matter of minutes. Brands like <\/span>Enviro-Log<\/span><\/i> are safe for the environment and burn clean without all the chemicals. <\/span><\/p>\n

3. \u201cFold and Go\u201d Propane Camping Grill<\/span><\/h3>\n

You won\u2019t want to start a bonfire every time you want to enjoy a hot meal. Make mealtime easier with an inexpensive, lightweight \u201cfold and go\u201d propane grill. They pack away neatly, are easy to carry in a backpack, and simple to clean and maintain. These grills are the difference between eating a granola bar for breakfast or savoring a hearty meal of bacon and eggs. <\/span><\/p>\n

4. Reliable Cooler for the Champagne<\/span><\/h3>\n

With the right cooler or ice chest, you can keep food cold for up to 4 days! Don\u2019t limit yourself to canned food, dry goods, and water. Pack your favorite meats, cheeses, and beverages and enjoy them all at a refreshing temperature. You can\u2019t go glamping without the mimosas!<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Light<\/a>

It’s heating up! We adore this cotton pajama set from The Cat’s Pajamas<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n

5. The Perfect Camping Pajamas<\/span><\/h3>\n

You won\u2019t feel glamorous sliding into your sleeping bag wearing the the same T-shirt you\u2019ve been wearing all day, smelling of sweat and bug spray. Drift off to sleep in a silky, lightweight pajama set that will breathe through even the most humid summer nights. Check out our most popular light, <\/span>breezy summer pajama sets<\/span><\/a> for inspiration.<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Air Mattress, Blankets, and Plenty of Pillows<\/span><\/h3>\n

Even the cushiest sleeping bag won\u2019t save your spine from the uneven dirt floor beneath your tent. Splurge on a battery-operated pump for an air mattress. Go ahead and bring sheets, blankets, and plenty of indoor and outdoor pillows to turn your tent into a cozy den of comfort. Don\u2019t forget LED-powered lanterns and battery-operated fans for an extra-luxurious experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Dry Shampoo and Other Creature Comforts<\/span><\/h3>\n

If your campsite is especially \u201crustic,\u201d you\u2019re going to need to pack basic creature comforts to live your glamping dream. If there is no running water, bring plenty of moist wipes to freshen up between deodorant applications. Wash your hair with a luxurious dry shampoo before bed, so you can hit your pillow with that \u201cfresh blowout\u201d feeling.<\/p>\n

\"Give<\/a>

Kashwere<\/a> Super Soft Shawl Collared Robe<\/p><\/div>\n

8. A Plush, Luxurious Bathrobe<\/span><\/h3>\n

Even without running water, you can feel instantly cozy in the soft, cocoon-like arms of a high-end bathrobe. Wrap up in your robe at the end of the day, while you read in your tent. Be comfortable during cool early mornings, snug in your robe, sipping coffee brewed over an open flame. The <\/span>perfect bathrobe<\/span><\/a> instantly elevates any outdoor experience from camping to \u201cglamping.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

9. Entertainment of Every Kind<\/span><\/h3>\n

We know, we know. You\u2019re outdoors, so you should be stargazing and hiking and frolicking in fields with fawns and singing birds\u2026 but two or three days in the woods can get a little dull. There\u2019s nothing wrong with bringing a fully charged tablet and watching a movie in the comfort of your pillow-stuffed tent. Of course, bring plenty of board games, card games, books, or magazines for non-electronic entertainment too!<\/span><\/p>\n

10. The Hammock<\/span><\/h3>\n

Can you really call it \u201cglamping\u201d without a hammock? Don\u2019t forget this absolutely essential piece of glamping equipment. Hammocks are the best way to lounge outdoors. They are easily packed and easily installed between two trees at any campsite. You can even find folding hammocks that pop up independently, without screwing bolts into trees.<\/p>\n

11. Elevated S\u2019Mores<\/span><\/h3>\n

We have nothing against Hershey\u2019s, but if you want to take your camping experience from rustic to elegant, start with the s\u2019mores. Instead of the standard Hershey\u2019s milk chocolate, try incorporating bars of artisan chocolate with your graham crackers and toasted marshmallows. Artisanal chocolates come in flavors like candied orange peel, spiced chili, cinnamon, and lavender. This is a simple way to add a touch of luxury to any gathering around a bonfire.<\/span><\/p>\n

For more ideas for outdoor fun for the whole family, visit us at <\/span><\/i>thepajamacompany.com\/blog<\/span><\/i><\/a>.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Sleeping under the stars\u2026 or on the ground in a hot tent surrounded by bugs\u2026 isn\u2019t for everyone, but glamping certainly is. Glamping is short for \u201cglamorous camping\u201d and the concept inspires even the most hardened indoor cats to venture into the wilderness. The idea behind glamping is to make the experience as relaxing and restorative as a night in a hotel. Here\u2019s how.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7211,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[357,642,641,399,106,392,44,12,140],"tags":[845,740,651,151,852,25,851,849,848,790,850,566,10,673,730,564,585,846,823,847,830],"class_list":["post-7210","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-family-2","category-family-fun-family-2","category-family-fun","category-favorite-things-to-do-in-pajamas","category-happiness","category-lounging-in-pajamas","category-rest-relaxation","category-spring","category-summer","tag-camping","tag-date-ideas","tag-family-activities","tag-fashion","tag-glamping","tag-lounging","tag-nature","tag-outdoor-lifestyle","tag-outdoor-living","tag-outdoors","tag-outdoorsman","tag-pajama-fun","tag-pajamas","tag-rest-and-relaxation","tag-romance","tag-spring","tag-summer","tag-summer-activities","tag-summer-fun","tag-the-great-outdoors","tag-vacation"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7210","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7210"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7210\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9704,"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7210\/revisions\/9704"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7211"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7210"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7210"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7210"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}