Glamping: Camping with added glamour
IF THE idea of camping calls to mind images of a mouldy tent, a leaky air mattress and muddy clothes, then you haven’t been introduced to the joys of glamping. According to Niche Brands, glamping itself was first heard of in the UK in 2005: however, it isn’t the first time it has been around in Scotland. Luxurious camping can be seen as early on as the 16th century when the Earl of Atholl prepared many tents for King James V with a vast amount of wine and food that he had grown accustomed to in his palace. Other forms of glamping can also be seen throughout worldwide history, usually involving bringing lavish food and drink on expeditions and treks across countries