Not everyone can pack their own tent on holiday - so what do you do when you want to sleep close to nature? Try Glamping!

Glamping - Camping, with a glamour twist. If you like the idea of the fun of camping without the fuss of packing, loading, and setting up - glamping is for you.

Already popularised at Fernie Alpine Resort with the Mountaintop Camping Packages, this form of camping has taken firm hold on Fernie with two new additions arriving this summer: Yurts at Fernie RV Resort, and Tiny Cabins at Snow Valley Motel.

YURTS AT FERNIE RV RESORT

Arriving this fall, 5 large yurts from Langley, BC's Yurtz by Design will be added to the Fernie RV Resort's already impressive list of camping options. The yurts measure 20ft x 20ft to sleep up to 6 people and will feature:

• a solid wood floor, insulation and skylight
• comfy beds - queen over queen bunk beds and a twin trundle day bed all with 8" memory foam mattresses
• 15 amp electrical service, heat & lights
• Dining table to seat 6
• Outdoor picnic table and firepit
• Complimentary wi-fi
• 2 yurts will be pet-friendly
• Available on-site: dish washing station, showers, flush toilets, running water, laundry facilities, children's playground, bike rentals, outdoor adventure centre concierge service, firewood and ice for purchase, garden area. 

Fernie RV Resort is situated between the Elk River and Fernie Golf Club, with scenic mountain views and walking trails in every direction.

AVAILABILITY AND BOOKING: Anticipated for end of June or early July. Available year-round. Call Toll Free: 1-844-343-2233 or visit ferniervresort.com/reservations

RATES: Rates starting from $125.

MOUNTAINTOP CAMPOUT AT FERNIE ALPINE RESORT

Experience the thrill of a wilderness campout without the huge effort! Ride the Timber Chairlift to the Lost Boys Pass to enjoy a guided hike followed by a shish kabob dinner on the deck at Lost Boys Cafe. Then it's over to your campsite to set up camp - hosts are available to assist, and you can bring your own gear if you prefer. After a cosy night's sleep, a delicious breakfast is provided and then your day is free to ride back down the mountain on the chairlift or to hike and explore.

AVAILABILITY & BOOKING: Saturdays in summer (other dates may be available). Call 250-423-2435 to book or visit skifernie.com/purchase/camping/.

RATES: Rates are $99.95/Adult, $74.95/Youth, $49.95/Child and free for 5 and under. Family: $275. All prices are plus GST.
Price includes lift ticket, guided hike, dinner, breakfast, tent & sleeping pads. 2-, 3-, 4-, and 6-person tents available.

TINY CABINS AT SNOW VALLEY MOTEL

Don't want to live in a tiny home, but would love to spend a night? Snow Valley Motel has answer! Arriving early this summer, 6 custom built tiny cabins from BC's Hummingbird Homes will feature a wide range of home-away-from-home comforts and a spacious 'common cabin' to enjoy with friends. Each tiny cabin will sleep 4 people, and feature:

• Private deck and bike rack
• Full bathroom with 7" ceiling
• Sleeping loft for 2 plus double sofa bed
• Kitchen
• Modern, airy decor and furnishings
• Power, heat, lighting and A/C
• Complimentary wi-fi
• Use of shared day cabin with microwave & BBQ

AVAILABILITY, BOOKING & RATES: Full details to be announced. For more information please call Toll Free: 1-877-696-7669 or visit snowvalleymotel.com.