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Spending time outdoors is very therapeutic. The fresh air and the sight of natural vegetation will help you relax and forget some of your troubles. Life can get quite difficult and if you don’t find a good activity to blow off some steam, you may lose it all or even run mad.

Camping is one of those activities that any physician would recommend for relaxing and unwinding and in this article we will tell you of the best way to camp which is by cabin tent camping. We all love cabins and how laid back they are and having a tent that has been built like a cabin will make sure that you enjoy your stay out in the woods.

Cabin tents are quite advantageous over other types of tents and we will discuss why that is the case in this article. We will also help you to understand the factors that you have to consider when picking a cabin tent for your outdoor adventures so as to make your stay outdoors enjoyable.

The basics of cabin tent camping

Here is what to expect if you get a cabin tent for your camping needs.

Vertical surfaces

The basic of cabin tent camping is a tent that looks like a cabin. The surfaces are almost vertical unlike other tents that have curved surfaces and this means that you have a lot of space within the tent to maneuver. If you are the type that hates closed spaces, then a cabin tent is what you should get for your next camping trip as they usually come with a lot of space in the interior.

With all the extra space, you can easily fit all the luxuries that you need to make your stay outdoor comfortable. You can fit in some furniture like a table and several chairs that you will use as you hang out with your camping mates. The weather outdoors can get quite unbearable but the living space within your cabin tent will make sure that you have a warm and cozy place to chill as you wait for the storm to pass.

Multiple rooms

Cabin tents are also quite spacious and this makes them ideal for family or group camping adventures. Most cabin tents are divided into a large room at the center that serves as the living room and multiple rooms on the side that can be used for sleeping. You can get a cabin tent with multiple rooms on the side if you are camping with a large entourage or pick one with a few of them if you are not that many.

A separate room for each camper makes for added comfort and this will go a long way to make your camping enjoyable. Camping was seen as a strenuous activity that involved a lot of hard work but that is not the case anymore. People expect to be comfortable when they are out there camping and if this is what you want, then a cabin tent is the way to go.

 Easy set up

This is another thing that you will appreciate when you make a cabin tent your preferred outdoor shelter. Such tents are built with color-coded poles that easily fit into each other for a seamless set up. You will only need about 10 minutes to set up a cabin tent and this will ensure that you have a lot of time left to do other things.

You don’t want to spend a lot of time setting up your tent especially when you have kids around as they can get quite restless. There are also cabin tents that are available in a pop-up nature. This means that they pop right up when setting it them up and no time, your shelter will be ready for accommodation.

Strong and durable build

When you are out there against the cold, rain, and storms, you need a tent that is very strong and this is what you get when you buy a cabin tent for your outdoor shelter needs. The material used to make cabin tents is usually very strong and this will protect you and the other campers from the rain, hail, and strong wind.

Thanks to advancement in technology, the material used to make cabin tents is strong without being bulky and this will ensure that you don’t carry around a lot of weight if you plan on moving from place to place with your cabin tent.

Impressive build

Cabin tents are the most comfortable of outdoor camping structures and their impressive build is to thank for this. The temperatures in a tent can get quite high but this is not something that you will have to deal with when you camp with a cabin tent. This is because most cabin tents have ventilating meshes that allow for the proper circulation of air within the tent.

Cabin tents also have large windows that you can open to let in more air if it gets too hot out there. The large windows also provide you with a large field of view that will make sure you don’t miss out on the amazing sights out in nature.

The disadvantages of cabin tents

Cabin tents are amazing outdoor structures but they still have some disadvantages. They are quite heavy when compared to other tents such as dome tents and this means that you will have to put some effort if you are to move around with it.

The raised vertical surfaces can also act as an obstruction to the wind and this can get quite dangerous especially when it gets too stormy out there. The tents that are not pop up in nature are somehow difficult to set up and this means that you will spend some time doing so.

Conclusion

A cabin tent is one of the best shelters that you can get for your outdoor adventures. It is large enough and this makes it quite comfortable. Read this article on cabin tent camping to understand the other advantages of such tents.

Packing light may seem like a strenuous task, but there is no rocket science to it. Whether you plan on backpacking for a weeklong vacation, or for something extraordinary, packing light is key to having a successful trip.

If you decide to travel light, you will benefit in more ways than you can possibly imagine. You won’t have to worry about overburdening your shoulders, and you will have enough space to store what is actually needed in the first place. At the same time, you won’t have to stand in long queues to get your baggage checked, nor would you have to pay extra in fees for excess baggage.

Seeing how much smart backpacking will benefit you on your trips, you will naturally want to know how to make that possible, especially considering how there is so much that can’t be left out while traveling. Fear not, the following backpacking guide will help you accomplish just that and so much more.

Establish your Needs as a Digital Nomad

When it comes to backpacking, you will need to start with establishing your needs as a digital nomad. How this is done is by focusing on a system, which is:

• Lightweight
• Is ideally suited for short trips
• Effective at accommodating larger items you may occasionally need
• Tough enough to withstand the travel lifestyle
• Modular and well organized

Considerations for Electronics

Let’s start with your laptop. Obviously, you love your handy dandy computer, and if you own a MacBook Air, for instance, you will have to reconsider taking it with you. Since Apple does not have stores in a lot of places all over the world, you will need to stick to a netbook from brands like Dell or HP.

In case you are unusually low on space, you can opt for an Android tablet with a keyboard instead. It will be light, but working on it will be slower. Taking this into account, an Android tablet with a keyboard would work for a month at best, but it can’t be used for any longer than that.

The next most important question you need to be asking yourself is whether or not you will need your camera. However, this does not necessarily need to be the case if you own a smartphone with a great camera. Of course, you won’t get DSLR quality pictures, but your smartphone should suffice. In the end, making an informed decision largely depends on your own needs and work.

Lastly, if you are traveling with a lot of different electronics, it is necessary for you to get insurance. Insurance for your electronics may seem absurd, but it saves you from a lot of hassles later on. But then again, always read the fine print to make sure your electronics are fully covered, without requiring an additional purchase of an add-on to get the type of protection you need while traveling.

Stick to the Seven Day rule for Clothing

Whether you are traveling for a short time or longer, it is best to stick to the seven-day rule when it comes to clothing. If that does not work for you, there is no harm in keeping a nice outfit and extra pairs of undies when you are traveling for months on.

The type of clothing you take with you depends on the place(s) you plan on visiting and the weather. The more you do your homework beforehand, the easier it will be for you to plan your wardrobe accordingly.

Don’t Overlook Toiletries

A lot of digital nomads tend to overlook toiletries. This is unacceptable on so many levels, considering how it is necessary for you to stay healthy on the road unless you much prefer getting sick every now and then.

Travelling with absolute minimum can be tough, and there is no doubt about it. The kind of toiletries required varies from person to person, but here are a few of the best tips to take into consideration:

• Take a bar of soap instead of body wash; they last longer and can double as laundry soap.
• Don’t forget collapsible bottles, they come in real handy and can be refilled quickly.
• Get travel sized deodorants since they last longer than regular
• Pack a comb instead of a brush, since it is compact.
• Toothpaste and toothbrush are a must (duh).
• Forget tampons; get a diva cup, ladies.

Essential Extras

There are a couple of crucial extras that need to be with you at all times. The following extras don’t fit in any other category, but they aren’t any less important for digital nomads traveling like there is no tomorrow:

• A notebook; the smaller, the
• Pen; to write stuff in your notebook (sarcasm intended).
• Travel towel.
• Duct tapes for those sticky situations where things need to be fixed pronto.
• Rope or a laundry line.
• Travel flashlight.

Tips for Packing

• If you have got a lot of ‘just in case’ items, limit them immediately. Only focus on things you are absolutely sure you won’t get quickly wherever you are planning to go.
• You can always bring a few things that define you as the person you are. If you have got running shoes or even a lucky coffee maker, take them alone, but only as long as you have enough space. The idea is to adapt, not to ditch your life back at home altogether.
• You can save a lot of space if you roll your clothes. You can prevent them from unrolling by using cords.
• Water is never going to be your ally, and you should not risk important documents and electronics by leaving things to chance. You can prevent a disaster by packing documents and electronics in a waterproof bag, it is just that simple.

Conclusion

There are a lot of other factors that mostly go ignored when it comes to preparing for a trip. Do as much as you can to plan for what you will need for the places you will visit. Reading online material related to backpacking for digital nomads makes this possible with ease.

No matter where your adventures take you, remember to make the most of your time and don’t let unforeseen circumstances ruing your experience; improvise, adapt and overcome.

Camping is an awesome outdoor activities and it has its own unmatched fun and excitement.

Like every other thing, camping can be made more efficient, fun and frolicsome with some really valuable Camping hacks, tips, and tricks.

Here are 7 camping tips.

• Test Your Gear- The gear you bought last year or probably a couple of months back and would be using them for the first time or a subsequent usage is on its way this camping trip. Whatever the case may be, test all your gear before you set up your camping sail. Fixing malfunctioning equipment can prevent a ruined trip.
• Know Your Campsite- Although it is quite obvious that you would get all the information about your campsite beforehand still, common sense is not so common. Don’t assume.  Its helpful to know as much as possible about your campsite like- if it has showers, toilets, drinking water etc. This would help you with making your checklist for the trip; what to pack and what would not be required.
• Researching Remote Campsite- If you are more than average adventurous and do not intend to set your tent at any of those regular campsites which give a mushy feel-at-home you need to do some extra research. The remote campsites which are far away from civilization need a thorough research on the potential dangers they may have like- animals, insects, accident-prone spots etc. This shall help you in setting your first-aid.
• Contingency for Weather- Although the prep for a camping trip heavily depends on the season you are planning to set out, still preparing for a slight weather detour would not be too heavy to carry. Generally, it doesn’t happen at the peak of a season that the weather would take digression from its normal course, but if you camping on the end of season days, you would not like to take any kind of risk.
• Essentials- There are a couple of essentials you should carry no matter wherever you go camping and they are- a rope preferably nylon and a duct tape. A rope is one thing you would discover has multiple uses with an amazing degree of improvisations too. A duct tape would mend things that get torn on a camping trip—a tent is one such thing in case you are wondering. Another superbly essential thing to carry on a camping trip is a Swiss knife. Buy one and you would know why. Last but not the least, do not forget to get good quality camping sleeping bags.
• Be Known- This probably is not something that would help you on a camping trip but something that would help you in taking an action in emergencies while you are on a camping trip. Tell your neighbors and a couple of friends that you are set on a camping trip and by when you would be back. In case of any kind of uninhabited home, emergencies ask them to contact you. Make sure you are available at least on a couple of mediums- Phone, text, social media messenger, mail etc.
• Carry Light- Camping is about living close to nature, away from all those deafening sounds, noises, and unnecessary illumination. That is true, but going too far with the urge of living in nature’s lap could get you in trouble. You need a good amount of light, especially at remote locations after the dark falls. Carry a good amount of lighting equipment like- 5 to 6 flashlights (keep a couple of them in spare), a couple of headlamps, LED lanterns etc

Improvisation is something you would love to do on a camping trip. At home, we do not need work around ideas cause for everything we have a device or an equipment. You would be more excited to plan a camping trip after you see what all you can do with seemingly trivial and wasteful things on a camping trip.

Here are 7 awesome camping tricks and hacks.

1. Dairy jug lamp- You have a lot of lighting equipment with you that would just lighten up the place like anything. Well, how about an ambient light that spreads across the place evenly and not blotting out the view. All you need to do is strap that headlamp around a milk/dairy jar with reflector facing the wall of the jar. Turn on the light and there you get your homely night lamp!
2. Tick repellent- Whatever you do, there are some enduring insects like ticks that are never going to give up on sucking you. Instead of spending on a tick deterrent, you simply make a more effective solution at your home. Put one part of tea tree oil and mix it with two parts of water. Now spray this solution onto trousers, shirts, socks, shoes and other clothes. The ticks would off the whole camping trip.
3. Waterproof matchbox- instead of carrying the usual cardboard matchboxes, which are always prone to get wet, you could make your own waterproof matchbox. Paste a sandpaper on the lid of a similar-sized plastic box and cover the lid. Your matches are safe inside, from the water. Although you would have to save the sandpaper from water, you can carry some extra sandpaper. Use strike-anywhere matches.
4. Tic Tac spices- On a camping trip you don’t need to carry along the whole home and that is why you waste a lot of money and time on buying storage items which are small and handy. Well, nothing could beat the seemingly waste Tic Tac boxes that can store a lot of spices which would last the whole camping trip.
5. Soap leaves- Camping teaches us utilizing the resources in the best possible way. One such way is using soap leaves instead of the whole soap. Peel a soap with a vegetable peeler and you would thin wafer-like layers of soap. These soap leaves could be used by multiple people and are great for one-time use. Soap leaves also give relief from the itchiness caused by mosquito bites.
6. Improvised tap water dispenser- The empty detergent dispenser could be put to a great use on a camping trip. Save on anything you plan to buy to dispense tap water. Just fill the empty detergent dispenser with water and place it on one side.
7. Portable washing machine– You don’t want to do the dirty laundry on a camping trip, rather you don’t have anything to do it. Well, there is no hassle to carry a plunger and a paint bucket in case you want a quick wash for your dirty laundry on a camping trip. All you need to do is, cut the rubber cup at the bottom and insert the handle through the hole on the lid of the bucket making it an agitator. Fill it up with water, dump the clothes and add some detergent. Move the plunger clockwise and anti-clockwise to wash the laundry.

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Danny Smith is CEO and Founder of Australia Wide Annexes and Xtend Outdoors, which manufactures and sell Rv awnings, Rv rooms and outdoor accessories. He just love rving holidays and frequently blog about rv and camping trips, parks and tips.

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