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Embarking on a romantic camping getaway is a wonderful idea for a romantic date to those who are nature lovers and adventurous couples, especially those who really adore the great outdoors. Planning an escapade like this is a great way to spend an anniversary date, propose to your future fiance, spend a special occasion or you may just want a relaxing hideaway to relieve your stress from the daily grind of a fast phased urban life.

For sure, couples will want to make their romantic camping retreat to be a memorable one. Bringing the right camping equipment as well having a completely thought out plan are the key elements to achieve the goal of a perfect outdoor getaway. 

Here is a checklist of reminders in mapping out your plan as well as choosing the right camping gear, supplies and accessories to complement your memorable romantic escapade:

Decide on a cool destination. With your budget in mind, make a research for a great destination of your camping trip. You can check the internet for a potential location. Look for a venue with the amenities that would suit your interests and hobbies as a couple. If you both love water sports, you can check out great beach resorts nearest you that has the facilities and equipment for the fun water activities you love.

If you are a fan of the reality TV show Survivor, you can go trekking and set camp in well-known forest trails or go mountain climbing. The sky is the limit as to where you can go as it will really depend on the budget you are allocating for the travel as well as the amount of time you are available to be away from your respective jobs.

Make out some romantic activities. After you have decided where to go, list down a number of special romantic activities you can do aside from the usual activities the location has to offer. Since a romantic atmosphere is already set up for you, it would be wonderful to come up with some amorous bonding activities to make everything extra special and memorable.

Even though you are outdoors, you can still arrange a candlelight dinner complete with a sumptuous charcoal grilled dinner, a bottle of champagne and some flowers on the side. You can also order a symphonic string orchestra to play your favorite love songs. An MP3 player with portable speakers will accomplish that setting. You just have to be passionately creative and the ideas will flow endlessly to create a warm and romantic atmosphere, enjoy your intimate moments together and ultimately result to a memorable camping getaway.

Whip up a fine food menu. The next important thing to remember in planning the travel is food. Plan your meals and snacks menu for the duration of the camping trip. Every meal should be covered with some extra food supply of can goods for emergency purposes so there would be no chance of starving yourselves in the great outdoors. There are easy to prepare and quick cooking recipes that would still taste and appear first-class. Make sure you have sufficient energy giving foodstuff to nourish yourselves since you will need them to sustain the passionate and adventurous activities ahead.

Gear up with the right equipment. After you have decided your destination, come up with a delightful food menu and planned the activities for the entire trip, it is time to make a checklist of the necessary camping equipment, accessories and supplies, which you need to bring depending on what you have planned so far. This is crucial in the planning process since you have to make sure all bases are covered. It can really spoil the camping trip if you forget a certain equipment, gear or supply but only realize it when you are already at the camping site. Moreover, choose reliable and well-known name brands for your camping gear and equipment to ensure quality and satisfactory performance.

Basic camping stuff you may need to bring would include a quality camping tent, sleeping bags, air mattresses, portable table and chairs, beds and cots, coolers for your foodstuff, portable cooking stove and grill, lanterns and flashlight, utensils and utility knives, as well as other equipment and accessories for your planned outdoor leisure activities. For your safety, bring your mobile phone, compasses and flares, a portable first aid kit in case an emergency situation comes along.

There are specialty stores available that can provide all the equipment and supplies for your camping needs. You can also check the internet websites to find the trusted and reliable brands to ensure you quality and performance. They likewise have the expert staff who can give you advices for your camping getaway.

Dress up to the occasion. Wear the proper clothing attire and shoes depending on the location of the planned getaway. Bring extra clothes, shades, sun block lotions, baseball caps and other clothing paraphernalia which you think are essential - all depending on your destination and the planned activities during the trip. Wearing the right stuff will give you comfort and safety while enjoying all the activities of your outdoor escapade.

Organize well in packing your stuff. After completing an inventory of all the stuff you need to bring for the trip, the next important tip is to smartly pack them in an organized manner, especially the food. Separate the hot food stuff from the cold ones. Plastic or aluminum food keepers are great for your food ingredients and cooked food. Do not forget to bring along your trusty coolers for your drinking water and cold beverages, packed with enough ice to last the whole journey. You can write on a notepad a list of all your belongings and where you packed them so you will be trouble-free looking around when needed during the trip.

Keep safety and security in mind at all times. Finally and most importantly, employ a culture of safety and security in planning your getaway. Choose a well-known or recognized campsite or trek trail as your destination. Help and assistance will not be far away in case of emergency. There is a great amount of risk in going to the wild and unrestricted locations. You do not want your romantic escapade to be ruined by an animal attack or any untoward incident. Always keep in mind that a completely thought out plan and a sensible choice of camping equipment are the key elements you need to remember to have a memorable and romantic camping getaway.

Asuthor: Rachel Nunez




It is hard to argue with fact that camping is one of the most popular recreational activity in the world. Whether it involves families, friends, couples or youths, everyone just loves a good camping outdoors. Connecting with nature is always considered to be one of the most fun ways to spend a vacation. 

Why spend your vacation in overpriced hotels when you can enjoy your time with your companions outdoors where it is closer to mother nature. Camping appeals to the inner subconscious of us human's desire to connect with nature. The wilderness, trees, plants, wildlife, fresh air, humans in general find all of the above pleasant. There are many reasons why camping is very popular. It is because of the many benefits and advantages that camping brings.

Outdoor camping is a highly recommended way to spend time together with people who are dearest to you. Whether it is with your family or special someone, the times that you will be spending together outdoors will surely give all of you memories that you will all never forget. 

There are times that we always too preoccupied with something may it be work or school, so we don't get to spend time with our loved one as much as we want to. So you want to make it up to them? Outdoor camping is the perfect answer in this sort of situation. Why? If you are camping, you will have no access to computers, cell phones or a television so it just your group and mother nature. So that means no more distractions and you got each other's undivided attention.

Camping is also a great way to relieve your stress. If you are working long hours and are always tired then it is highly likely that you are stressed out. Relieve your stress by bonding with mother nature. Instead of breathing the usual polluted air of the city, by camping outdoors you will get to breathe cool and fresh air. And instead of filing an endless amount of paperwork or being in front of the computer the whole day, you get to enjoy activities like outdoor barbecue, fishing, swimming and other fun activities that could take your mind off work. Camping will surely have a positive effect on your stressed mind and body.

Going camping is also a very cheap way to spend your vacation. You do not have to spend a ridiculous amount of money in plane tickets, hotel accommodations, land transportation, food and so on. It is indeed affordable but it doesn't mean that you will have a shortage in terms of fun. Frolicking with nature is just as fun as any other expensive activities. In this case you only have to spend for your camping gear which you can still use in your subsequent trips.

When camping, you have to be sure that you address the issue of safety. So see to it that you are well prepared for the trip which means bringing things like a first aid kit just in case. So with your next incoming vacation, why don't you consider going on a camping trip?

Wanda Walker enjoys writing for Expresssafety.com.au which sells First Aid Kits and Safety Signs as well as a host of additional products.

Author: Wanda Walker 


More and more seniors are looking to travel with economical ways to do just that. After all, this is the golden years and what better way to travel then trying your hand at camping. Here are five tips to get you started in camping.

First, research campgrounds of areas that you may want to visit. To do that here are a couple of websites that may help you decide on where to go on your next adventure. One site I would suggest is the National Park Service and the other site is Reserve America. Each site is unique in giving information about camping by state, campsite maps, locate by activity and camping gear suggestions.
Secondly, you ask yourself what I would camp in. Of course, owning a RV would be nice and a more comfortable way to travel. 

That is something you can think about later if you plan on doing a lot of camping in the future. Even so, there is nothing wrong to begin your camping experiences in a decent tent at a more affordable price. Tents come in all sizes and shapes try to find the right one that will meet your needs. You can find them online or better yet would be to see them in person at a sporting goods store that sells tents. Therefore, you would get a better perspective of the size that you would need. Another thought is you do not have to sleep on the ground if you have an aero bed and a big enough tent it will fit nicely.

Thirdly, the next area of concern is camping equipment. Everything from a camp stove, sleeping bag, cookware, and coolers. Believe it or not you may already have a lot of these items available to you. However, one of the most important items would be a camp stove to cook on. Car camping stoves work very efficiently to cook up sumptuous meals just like home. You can even use the pots and pans you have at home to begin your camp kitchen supplies.

Next, think about planning your meals a head of time. Preparing them at home not only will save time but money as well. Look in your cupboards and refrigerator for smaller items such as coffee, graham crackers, mustard, ketchup, mayo, and seasonings. Granted, look for items missed from your checklist on the road but try local vendors for fresh fruits and vegetables and discount stores instead. Why not ask about senior discounts as well. In addition, purchase blocked ice for the cooler it will last longer.

Lastly, look into a National Park Pass for seniors. They cost you $10.00 dollars, which will give you some wonderful price breaks in camping and other amenities. If you are 62 years of age or older and proof of age you may buy these passes at any national park.

Author: Polly Mary J. Bowen



Camping in the great outdoors is becoming more and more popular. With people in urban areas wanting to get themselves and their families out of the city and into the fresh air, camping is what they are choosing. Is camping a sport? Well not in the sense of how we think of conventional sports, but it can incorporate a lot of outdoor activities.

Most campgrounds are near water and that gives campers a lot of opportunity to participate in water sports such as swimming, boating, fishing, kayaking, etc. When searching for a place to take your family camping, try to find campgrounds that are on or near bodies of water. Almost always there are places to rent canoes and boats and other watercraft. The fun never stops when you're camping near water.

Another activity that can be done while camping is hiking. Hiking is a great form of exercise and a great way to see nature first hand. Some people incorporate camping into their hiking, setting up camp alone hiking trails. If you are camping at a campground look for nature trails, they are very common in wooded areas. Hiking is also a great family activity. Make a picnic lunch at camp and make hiking an all day event.

Probably my favorite thing about camping is the campfire. Nothing seems to be better than sitting with family and friends around a campfire. The fire seems to mesmerize and relax you. The smell of the smoke takes you instantly back to other times when you had enjoyed a camping trip. Another fun thing about campfires is all the tasty snacks you can cook over the open fire. Roasted marshmallows seem to be the favorite. Smores are fun to make as a family and are very tasty too. Hotdogs cooked over a campfire seem to taste a little bit better then normal. Honestly I think everything seems to taste better when cooked outside. 

On a more serious not about campfires, make sure you check your campgrounds fire guidelines before lighting a fire. You may have to provide your own wood. There also may be certain rules about gathering wood from around your site.

Some of my best sleep has been while I was camping. The fresh air and the sounds of nature seem to sooth you to a deep sense of relaxation. If you can I recommend a night spent under the stars. If you don't want to do that or can not, a leak-proof tent will do just fine. There are many varieties of tents available to you. Choose one with ease of set up and one that has enough room for occupants and their gear. Again check the park's guidelines, some sites only allow tents and some only allow camper trailers.
The most important thing to remember when going camping is, Have Fun!

Author: Alan Gardner 



The advantages of camping holidays begin with adventure. A family can go wherever they want and camp there for as long as they have. From a camping base, a family can go for walks out into the wild and see nature in its true habitat. They can also make their way over to huge lakes to fish or swim, and if they find an adventure park they can spend the day zip lining around the trees as fast as they can go, which is fun for everyone.

This is also where the disadvantages begin, however, because some people like the routine they have and don't want it disturbed by living in a tent for a week or two. Sometimes there are no shower facilities and people will need to use a solar shower, which isn't a problem for most, but some people could feel self-conscious about their body when using one. Toilets are another big disadvantage if a campsite doesn't have the facilities provided, as people will need to go and dig themselves a hole to use, or use a communal one, which many consider being worse.

For others the freedom of being in the outdoors outweighs all disadvantages relating to homely comforts such as showering and using the toilet. They also enjoy not being able to use their mobile phones, as these are an invasion which can ruin a holiday if someone is using theirs constantly. Whilst camping, people will also be away from the thick smog of the city, something many consider to be unhealthy. The great outdoors has nothing but fresh air, and most people consider this a huge advantage of camping holidays.
To break it down to a list of the core advantages and disadvantages, this is what most people think of camping.

Advantages

1) Adventure
2) Seeing Wildlife
3) Clean Air
4) No Mobile Phones
5) No Internet
6) No Traffic
7) No Interruptions

Disadvantages

1) No Toilet
2) No Shower
3) No Food Provided For You
4) Living In A Tent
5) Bugs
6) Little Or No Electricity
7) Nothing Much To Do If You're Not Adventurous

In conclusion, the advantages and disadvantages of camping seem to be entirely based on opinion. What people need to realise is that camping can be great fun as long as everyone is involved in enjoying themselves, because once someone isn't having fun, the trip is ruined. If worst comes to worst, building a huge camp fire and staying up late into the night is something everyone enjoys doing.

Emma Darling and her family have been on many camping holidays with both of her daughters, which is why she knows so much about them. For her the advantages outweigh the disadvantages, but she really wanted to give people a breakdown in this article to help them decide. She has written lists like this before for Dorothy and Theodore, and found this type of article best for getting the points across to the reader on these subjects.

Author: Emma Darling