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Idea #2: Camping Resorts

For some families, simply having a tent, firepit, and the Great Outdoors is heaven. But for others, fortunuately, a nice level of amenities can be found at "camping resorts."

Europeans have been flocking to deluxe campgrounds for years, with cottages, swimming pools, pizzerias, kids programs, even spas: a glance at Eurocamp shows what N. Americans are missing.

Still, we do have some options.

Camping Resort: typical features

"Camping resorts" can range from rustic-opulent to rustic-for-real, but in general look for:

  • swimming pools and playgrounds
  • activities such as canoeing, horse-riding, etc.
  • kids programs in summer
  • canvas tents with cots, and/or
  • tent-bungalows with cooking facilities and amenities, and/or
  • cabins and bungalows

And good news: Eurocamp is offering locations in the US and Canada.

Read more about Camping Resorts.

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