Sustainable Kolpa Resort finds success in glamping
Glamping and sustainable tourism become increasingly popular.
Kolpa Resort is aunique 100% nature resort, offering peace and tranquillity in beautiful rural Slovenia! The award-winning resort is inspired by the natural landscape and local culture. Mija from Kolpa Resort shares their experiences with and tips on sustainable glamping. Read on to discover how glamping tents contribute to the success of a green resort like Kolpa Resort in Slovenia.
As a small-scale glamping site, Kolpa Resort faces several challenges. Mija explains: ‘Acquiring bookings in the off-season is a big challenge. We operate independently, which includes doing our own marketing, managing bookings and running the site. It’s a big adventure.’ Receiving bookings is essential for any campsite, glamping site or resort. Have a look at our blog, in which you will find more tips and tricks on how to secure those bookings.
CHALLENGES
Despite the challenges, Kolpa Resort created an incredible experience. ‘We have a large natural swimming pool, a vegetable and herbal garden and a playhouse for kids. We offer a plethora of services and amenities, from Wi-Fi access and a bar to a locally sourced breakfast in your room, outdoor fire pits and complimentary kayaks and sups. We are always looking for new experiences to keep surprising our guests. For example, we now offer a special dinner under the stars at your own tent.’
SUSTAINABLILITY
Sustainability is not only high on the agenda in Slovenia, it has also become a hot topic in the travel industry and glamping offers a solution. This makes glamping, among others, increasingly popular. ‘Green tourism and sustainability are a big deal, which is why we chose to build a sustainable glamping resort. We placed our glamping tents and other accommodations in the surrounding area with the utmost respect and care for preserving the natural environment.’ Mija mentions this as a part of their success. ‘Our location is ideal, surrounded by nature and close to the river. We provide our guests with privacy, while enjoying 360-degree views of the Gorjanci hills and valleys to the north and Karlovac to the south.’
We at YALA luxury canvas lodges offer zero-footprint glamping solutions. We create luxury glamping sites that can be built and removed without harming the natural environment. Read more about sustainable glamping on our concept development page. We would love to help you create a zero-footprint glamping site. Sustainable travel destinations are becoming increasingly popular worldwide. Some governments are even introducing regulations that only allow projects what will not harm the environment.
GUESTS LOVE GLAMPING
At Kolpa Resort, guests love glamping. ‘We welcome a variety of guests, but they have a common factor. All of our guests enjoy outdoor activities, whether they are families, couples or active seniors.’ Guests book a stay in one of the glamping tents or wooden cottages that offer luxury and stunning views. According to Mija, ‘Our guests are always extremely impressed by the layouts, equipment and comfort of our glamping tents.’
YALA GLAMPING TENTS
Four of the seven glamping tents at Kolpa Resort are from YALA luxury canvas lodges. ‘We got in touch with YALA at the Rimini Fair, where we met Tom, YALA’s sales agent in Slovenia. The technical solutions were important to us. In addition, the maintenance, simplicity and quality of the canvas made us choose YALA’s glamping tents. We ended up buying two Sunshines, one Sparkle and one Glamping Lodge.’
The sales process went smoothly, the transparent communication was a big plus and everything was done and arranged as we agreed. It was a good and easy experience!
— Mija Steblaj, Kolpa Resort
YALA offers you
- certified, high-quality materials and constructions
- glamping tents that stay in pristine condition for 8–12 years with little maintenance
- state of the art glamping tents with adjustable layouts
Not expansion is the main goal of Kolpa Resort, but providing incredible glamping experiences. ‘We love seeing the happy faces and relaxed smiles of our guests after a stay at our glamping site. In the future, we would also love to organise some special events and add new activities for our guests.’
Do you want to know more about how glamping contributes to the holiday experience of your guests? Please contact us or find your local dealer!
