I am so happy to have a guest blogger on N.GA Glamping today! She has amazing thoughts and perspectives on the perks of glamping and why it's perfect for families. Enjoy your read.  

​We also car-camped  from time to time and enjoyed having a few more amenities (toilets, toasted marshmallows, chairs by the fire, a picnic table).  We have incredible memories from both types of camping. Over the years we have found ways to make getting out easier.   When it was just the two of us this really just meant keeping our gear  packed and ready to go. Variables like the weather and food weren’t a big deal.  We knew we could just “eat whatever” or sleep in the car if the weather turned foul.  Now that we have kids, variables like sleep, food, and weather play a much more critical role in whether or not we actually get out the door.  To help control these variables we’ve added glamping to our spectrum of camping options. We still go tent camping when we can and there are plenty of people out there going backpacking with their little ones-  but having glamping as an option has helped us to continue adventuring during every phase and season of life.

As travel season is upon us and people are planning adventurous getaways, we wanted to write a post about what our guests need to know about staying at Elatse'Yi. Packing for any trip can be time consuming, but especially a "glamping" trip! Do I need to bring utensils? Hair dryer? Towels? Soap? Plates?! The questions go on and on! 

First things first, pricing and dates! As you plan for any trip, pricing and availability will be the two most important factors. The Geodesic Dome and Airdream the Airstream will start at $130 per night. The price could vary depending on time of year, weekend/weekday, and number of guests. Regarding availability and pricing, we recommend guests visiting our Airbnb or Glamping Hub listings to see specific pricing and availability. Check the pricing and availability of the Geodesic Dome here and Airdream the Airstream here!

Now we arrive at all of the fun details. What do you need to pack when staying with North Georgia Glamping? We usually tell people that we have the basics covered, all you'll have to do is bring your favorite food! The Airstream and Geodesic Dome include a fire pit, so we include the ingredients for s'mores and a starter bundle of firewood (five pieces). We have extra firewood on the property if you need to purchase more ($5 for a bundle). When it's time for breakfast, you'll find you have all of your basic coffee supplies (coffee, tea, sugar, coffee maker, coffee filters). When the hens are cooperating, we leave delicious and beautiful farm fresh eggs for you to enjoy! When you are cooking your meals, we have pots and pans, plates and bowls, coffee mugs, glassware, utensils, you name it. If you feel like grilling out, we provide a starter supply of charcoal and lighter fluid to use on the charcoal grill. When it's time to clean up from your meal, we have soap and sponges too. Each property has a beautiful outdoor shower and tub that includes soap, shampoo, towels, washcloths and hairdryers for you to use. Each bathroom also comes equipped with a flushing toilet, toilet paper, and hand towels. 

For your glamping experience we provide all of the essentials plus some! We want to take the stress out of planning your mountain getaway. If you're wanting a vacation in which you do not want to cook, then we have plenty of recommendations of good places to eat in the area! You can just send us an inquiry or refer to our "guide book" on Airbnb! We hope to host you soon at Elatse'yi! 
P.S. How about these lovely pictures taken by Cynthia! Visit her lovely blog.

Last week, we had the opportunity to host a blogger from the Atlanta area. Several weeks ago, Cynthia from My Curly Mess reached out to inquire about the Airstream. We were so happy to host Cynthia and her husband! They were the sweetest people! Cynthia and her hubby were such good sports regarding the weather. This month, April has decided to welcome the "Dogwood Winter" and the "Blackberry Winter," bringing way too many cold days. They didn't let that stop them from enjoying their stay. Just today, she posted an amazing recap of their stay at the Airstream. One of the many things I loved about her post is that just an hour and half from the busy city of Atlanta, one can find a relaxing retreat to unplug and recharge. I not only hope that our guests can find that relaxation at the Airstream or the Geodome, but also in our cozy little mountain town of Ellijay. There are many wineries, antique shops, farms, and hiking trails to enjoy in Ellijay. If you don't already, head over to the Gilmer Chamber of Commerce to receive updated on events in Ellijay.  Don't forget to visit Cynthia's blog "My Curly Mess" to read about her stay at the Airstream!