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Glamping, a fusion of "glamorous" and "camping," has taken the travel industry by storm. Offering the perfect blend of luxury and nature, glamping businesses are thriving worldwide. For those operating throughout all four seasons and providing geodesic dome tent accommodations, there are specific challenges and opportunities to consider. In this article, we'll explore tips and tricks to make your four-season geodesic dome tent glamping business a success.

1. Choose the Right Location:

Location is paramount in the glamping industry, especially when operating year-round. Select a site that offers diverse seasonal attractions, ensuring your...

In the previous blog we discussed the difference of the zoning requirements, importance to do research and know the terminology, best practices of communicating with local building office.

Let's discuss how someone can get in touch with a planner or land use consultant, if you decide to hire one. Can you find one on Google? Or the Yellow Pages? Or ask at the local building authority office?

First, what you should know is that planners are not locally licensed professionals. They do not need to be certified in a particular state or province. And with the zoning...

Just imagine that you have acquired a piece of land in a beautiful natural area with access to mountains, forests, or a beach. And have you ever dreamt of running your own glamping business on that land with a few dome structures, A-frames, tiny cabins, or bell tents? Have you reflected on how the business will look, how much the rent will be, how much time it will take to run, and what kind of profits and lifestyle you could have running the business? But did you ever think about the legal aspect of the business? Or, in other...

A geodesic dome is a customizable, multi-purpose, and semi-portable structure that can be used for private or business projects. These domes can be placed on various surfaces and come in different sizes. For instance, a geodesic dome can be an excellent outdoor camping solution. It has a spacious, open-concept interior due to its unique design. Depending on the situation, a geodesic dome can be connected to electricity and water supply, which makes it a more advantageous living place. 

However, by using electricity, it has been observed that there is a chance of the structure being electrically energized, which is a serious concern. This problem may cause a severe accident if it is not dealt with and resolved. How to deal with this issue? The best answer is to ground and bond the steel frame of the dome. This article provides an overview of the significance of grounding, multiple risk factors for the dome’s structure, and the general concept of using this technique.

A tent without cover wouldn’t be a tent, right? Let’s talk about dome fabrics.

The material widely used for the exterior cover of a dome tent is PVC-coated polyester mesh.

PVC (polyvinyl chloride)—also known as vinyl—is a plastic substance that comes in a variety of forms, including rigid and flexible, transparent and opaque, glossy and matte. It's commonly accessible in film form, which is used to make a variety of parts and products for a variety of household and commercial applications.

Double PVC-coated polyester mesh is...