GLAMPING SEASON IS HERE Make your way to the sparkling coastline of Ras Al Khaimah and discover one of the UAE’s best glamping experiences at Longbeach Campground
material which sits on an elevated location on the property. The tent was as pretty as a picture from the outside, with a private patio, a jacuzzi and even a mini backyard - all looking out to the campground and the sea. Structured to sleep four adults and two kids, or six adults, the spacious and air-conditioned interior offers deluxe décor, a lounge area, one queen-size bed and two twin bunk beds, a private bathroom and exceptional views of the outdoors.
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No matter the tent type you opt for, the package includes the halfboard option for the duration of your stay. This includes dinner and breakfast served from a bountiful buffet, live stations and kids’ corners, either by the Beach Dining Area or by the Infinity Pool Bar. You also have the option to quench your thirst with unlimited adult beverages for two hours in the evening. Dinner and breakfast are served for a fixed and strict duration of two hours, between 7-9pm in the night and 7-9am in the morning. This is something we appreciated, as the glamping haven offers several fun activities throughout the day. So you may want to start your day bright and early and make the best of your time there! Just before sunset, we made our way to the Infinity Pool Bar for a quick dip and treated ourselves to sundowners. Here, you can also grab a light bite by the pool, overlooking the beach. The frame of the sun disappearing below the horizon is captivating and a moment I don’t think we’ll ever forget. Soon after, we were greeted by the drifting aroma of grilled food from the sea shore below. That was our cue to get moving for dinner.
When you combine camping with upscale comfort, you get glamping. Longbeach Campground offers five glamourous camping options. Each tent is fitted with comfortable sleeping arrangements, outdoor furniture and an ocean view; with some boasting private washrooms and a bathroom to share. Choose from an Authentic Deluxe Tent for two adults and two kids, or three adults; to an Authentic Family Tent that has the capacity to fit six adults; a styled Safari Suite Tent; gorgeous Panoramic Dome Suite Tent; and an intimate and striking Sunset Terrace Suite Tent for two adults. We glamped in the Panoramic Dome Suite Tent, a hexagon-structured dome covered by transparent
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he pleasant weather is back, and with it is season 5 of Longbeach Campground. For those who love to experience all the pros of camping, without the cons, Longbeach Campground brings together a traditional camping ethos with luxurious amenities and around-the-clock activities. Sited on a 300 meter stretch of beach, the campground is perfect for family staycations, romantic getaways and glamping with a bevy of friends. Here’s what you can expect this season.
