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Industry Insights & Trends

Embracing the winter: eco-upgrading during low season

Whilst the bustling summer season may still be the revenue peak, the quieter winter months present an opportunity to upgrade the experience you provide for guests. So, what does this look like?

Glamping doesn't have to cost the earth - strategies for pricing competitively

Over the course of the year, we’ve seen an increase in guests looking for better value spaces to stay.

Occasion stays are on the rise

We have seen a big increase in bookings for occasions, with over 50% of our bookings now attributed to occasions.

An ethos on the rise - Glamping taps into a simple life

Glamping is a new ethos that's sticking around. We’ve been extending our reach in the press and on social media to put ourselves at the centre of this conversation.

Evolving the collection – bothies, barns and more stone spaces

As the glamping industry matures, the demand for more unique and one-off spaces is on the rise.

Take a bite out of your food costs

Food is an important part of the Canopy & Stars experience. In this article we give our advice on how to reduce your food waste and costs.

Glamping - how much can you make & key trends to maximise results

Watch the talk we gave at the Farm Business Innovation Show in 2021. Whilst the industry stats will now be out of date, it still provides lots of ideas and inspiration.

Glamping trends for 2020

Our team have crunched the numbers, spoken to guests and owners, and hunted out the biggest trends in outdoor holidays for 2020.

Our Talk from The Glamping Show 2020 - 'The Future of Glamping'

Watch our founder, Tom Dixon, talk about 'The Future of Glamping'. Tom examines how glamping has fared in a difficult year and what’s in store for the industry in 2021, with particular emphasis on how owners can develop and grow their businesses.

Brexit and the travel industry – our insights

The uncertainty over Britain’s future with the EU continues to affect the travel industry in terms of consumer confidence and booking patterns. Here’s what’s happening for us at Canopy & Stars, the response of the wider industry so far and a look at potential future impact.

How weather and the World Cup have affected the market

Snowy spells, freakish heatwaves and Harry Kane’s golden boot have created an odd mood across the country and been responsible for a surprising pattern of bookings.

Our top trend predictions for 2019

These are our top 10 predictions for glamping holidays in 2019, featuring wellness, relationships, special occasions and dogs.

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