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Have you ever been to Bonn?

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Alas, I have not, but if I were to get up and gallivant to Germany, I would be compelled to book a night or two at BaseCamp, a refuge among Bonn’s big-city bustle that beckons my inner glamper.

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Housed in a revamped storage warehouse,

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BaseCamp offers the year-round comfort of a hotel (it’s indoors, complete with furniture and WiFi) with the charm of a retro camp-o-rama.

All of the rooms, as you can see, are housed in adorable “canned ham” classics and other vintage vehicles with nifty names like Flower Power,

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Space Shuttle,

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and Safari.

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Most of the trailers also offer cute little compartmentalized “yards” where you can lounge or picnic, soaking up the sounds of the campground.

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Rates range from $32 to just over $100 per night.

Sweet dreams!

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Now that you’ve read my book, Glamping with MaryJane, you need to find a fabulous place to get your campin’ glam on.

We’re back for a 13th day of where to glamp in 2013, or well, 2014.

Enjoy the parts about camping you love—sitting under the stars, a campfire, hiking—but eliminate the hassle of hauling gear, tent poles, or even a trailer!

Now I know what you are thinking … why, those tents look like The Resort at Paws Up! Indeed they do, but you’ll stay for a fraction of the cost. Read on for s’more glamping fun in the heart of Jackson Hole.

Fireside Resort at Jackson Hole Campground
Wyoming

The Fireside Resort at Jackson Hole Campground has a wonderful look and feel and is located in Wilson, Wyoming.

Gorgeous, soft beds and a private setting await you or your family for a weekend of “back to nature” … with style.

Refresh yourself in the Glamping Bathhouse with private washrooms. Enjoy a luxurious rain shower and heated floors, and indulge in the organic spa products.

Need anything at camp? Out of marshmallows or chocolate? A Glamping Butler will attend to your every whim and whimsy.

Located only eight minutes from Grand Teton National Park, one hour and 10 minutes from Yellowstone, seven minutes from the town of Jackson, and five from Wilson, there is plenty to see and do around the area.

You’re also a cool five minutes from the ski slopes at Teton Village. Summer activities include riding the tram or chairlift, leisure biking, mountain biking, rock climbing, and paragliding. (There are also a variety of kids’ programs.) Here is a larger list of activities.

Now that you’ve read my book, Glamping with MaryJane, you need to find a fabulous place to get your campin’ glam on.

We’re back for a 12th day of where to glamp in 2013, or well, 2014.

New York, that fast-paced city, one of the four fashion capitols of the world, known for its hustlin’ and bustlin’, is a prime candidate for glamping! What other city would bring their A-game, this year’s Fashion Week favorites, for a tromp through the woods?

They recently gave glamping on city rooftops a try, but I think these fashion-forward city dwellers will really hitch up their knickers for a stay at Stony Creek Farm.

It’s just enough glam and farm to hook even the most pavement-addicted into a pair of Wellies for a look at the clear night sky.

Stony Creek Farm
New York

Located in Walton, New York, Stony Creek Farm has been owned and operated by the Marsiglio family since 1985. The farm, just off of the Northwest corner of the Catskill Mountains, started selling produce, meat, and eggs in 2005; has a cute-as-a-button Farm Store on-site; and that’s right—you guessed it—offers glamping!

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Each tent, set up along the relaxing Stony Creek, for which the farm gets its name, features a double bed, a bunk bed, AND a canopy bed. You’ll also find a toilet, ice chest, cooking stove, and dining area.

Lots of fun things to do on the farm, including watching wildlife, fishing, and birdwatching. Or pet the cows, goats, and sheep, and marvel at the gardens. All produce grown and animals raised on the farm are sold at the Franklin Farmers’ Market in the state of New York in the summer.

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And I hope you book for a Thursday or Saturday night, cause it’s Make Your Own Pizza Night! On those evenings, the hosts will give workshops at their outdoor wood-burning bread oven. There, you will learn how to make your own za. (Short for Pizza!)

Photo courtesy of Stone Creek Farm and Glamping Hub.

Photo courtesy of Stone Creek Farm and Glamping Hub.

Make sure you also stick around for Sunday Harvest Mornings, when guests can choose to participate in harvesting the organic garden for buyers at the farmers’ markets.

While harvesting, chat with the team and learn about growing techniques, seed saving, and more! You’ll find lots of fun activities in nearby Cooperstown (home to the Baseball Hall of Fame), including the Farmers Museum, antique shops, theaters, a large arts and crafts community, and of course, a plethora of exciting and jam-packed farmers’ markets.