May 20—When Michael and Bonnie Patterson envision the campground they want to build in Sanford, they see large campsites that offer a peek at Sand Pond through the trees, trails through the woods and a “glamping” experience that gives visitors a taste of the Maine wilderness without having to fully rough it. Their neighbors see […]
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a bucket list for many, as evidenced by the 13.3 million visitors to the park in 2023. Those who live nearby get to visit more often, of course. But if you want to make more than a day trip out of your time in the Smokies, it’s easy […]
All pollen aside, when spring flowers are blooming and the weather has turned from cool to mild in the Charlotte area, there’s a short window to head outside and go camping before summer temperatures take over. Fortunately, North Carolina’s mountains and forests offer a variety of opportunities for all kinds of outdoor experiences. There are […]
LONDON — Stratospheric balloon company HALO Space plans to offer aspiring space travelers the space tourism equivalent of glamping. Instead of tight space suits and stomach-churning G-forces typically attached to a rocket flight, the company’s pressurized capsule, attached to a helium-filled balloon, will offer comfy swivel seats, giant windows and a selection of fine cuisine. […]