There’s nothing like a summer camping trip to bring you back to nature and help you to make some truly amazing memories. While a tent and a camping stove is enough for some, you might want to make your trip extra special by making use of some of this year’s most impressive camping gadgets. Guaranteed to make your experience unforgettable, these ideas will allow to create a real home away from home. Whether your style is chic glamping or a tad more practical, check out these ways of taking your camping holiday to the next level.
Go Big or Stay Home
A cramped, overheating tent can really put a downer on a fun camping trip, so why not upgrade to something a touch more spacious? Investing in a super tent could be exactly what you need to take your camping trip to next level, especially if you have a growing family. Many larger tents have multiple bedrooms as well as a communal area for cooking and relaxing – and you won’t need to crouch down to get inside! These tents can really improve your family holiday, especially if you have teenagers who might complain when they don’t have enough space.
Light It Up
Having electricity during your camping trip can really take things up a notch, allowing you to have lighting that is so much better than a gas lamp. By using a diesel generator, you can hook up some fairy lights and transform your tent into a glamper’s paradise, or install some more practical lighting around your pitch. This is ideal if you’re planning a camping trip for a special occasion, as it can create a party atmosphere with the flick of a switch.
Go Gourmet
Good food can be the difference between a miserable camping trip and an incredible one. Never underestimate the power of a good meal when you’re spending most of your time outdoors! If you’ve been using the same worn out camping stove for the last decade, it might be time to upgrade to a newer model that will better meet your needs. There are plenty of impressive camping stoves out there that will allow you to do so much more than heat up a can of beans, so you can enjoy every single aspect of your camping experience. Just don’t forget to pack the salt and pepper!
Get Cosy
While it can be tempting to only consider the practical aspects when it comes to camping, bringing some much-needed comfort into the picture will really transform your experience. Floor cushions and outdoor bean bags are a great way to make your tent a comfortable place to relax and unwind, as well as making great picnic furniture. You can also increase the comfort factor when it comes to your bedding, by bringing a duvet as well as a sleeping bag. Duvets look much more cosy, can really brighten up your tent and can also be used to snuggle up in the evenings. They will also add another layer of warmth without the need to buy a thicker sleeping bag.
Add Something Special
Getting a particularly special camping gadget with create a feeling of excitement in your group – providing it’s something they can all use and benefit from. You could try a Swedish candle fire pit log, which is an ingenious combination of candle and fire pit, or one of those instant inflatable sofas that seem to be everywhere right now. Or maybe a hammock, or some particularly pretty camping tableware is more your style. Whatever it is, it’s bound to make your camping trip extra exciting and very memorable indeed.
Embrace Technology
Some people see camping as an opportunity to go back to basics and leave technology at home, but this is by no means a requirement. If you love your gadgets, there are plenty of ways you can use them to create an amazing modern camping experience. Waterproof bluetooth speakers allow you to blast out music, even if you decide to go swimming, while a portable solar charger means you can charge up your devices as long as the sun stays out. These gadgets can enhance your camping experience to the point where you’ll wonder how you ever managed without them.
However you decide to upgrade your camping trip, there are plenty of options out there to suit every taste and every budget. Whether you’re a camping purist, a practical camper or a full-on glamper, there are simple and easy ways for you to take your experience of the great outdoors to the next level.
