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Glamping Ideas & Other Thoughts

Discover inspiration for your next Portland or Vancouver glamping event. From backyard tent ideas to wedding and corporate retreat planning tips, our blog helps you create unforgettable experiences across the Portland metro, Vancouver WA, and the Pacific Northwest.
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Glamping – A Fantastic Activity for Kids! 

Here at City Lights Glamping, we love creating one-of-a-kind glamping experiences for kids!  Glamping with children can be a wonderful opportunity to bond as a family and introduce your kids to the great outdoors. But if you’re going to glamp with the little ones, there are some important things to keep in mind.   The team […]

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How to Plan a Summer Camp Wedding 

Are you and your partner both adventurous and love the outdoors?  And you want to have a unique and memorable wedding?  A glamping wedding could be just what you need!  It is essentially a summer camp for adults, where you get to get married outdoors and then camp with your closest friends and family.  What’s […]

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Tips for Preparing the Best Glamping Meals! 

One of the best things about glamping is the opportunity to enjoy gourmet meals in a beautiful outdoor setting. Unsure of how to plan your menu? Fear not! The City Lights Glamping team put together four useful tips for preparing the best glamping meals!  Plan Ahead: Before your glamping experience begins, plan your meals. Make […]

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Top 6 Glamping Activities for Couples 

Glamping is the perfect way to reconnect with nature and spend some quality time with your special someone. If you’re looking for a romantic getaway, glamping offers plenty of opportunities to create memorable experiences together.  At City Lights Glamping, we love providing magical glamping experiences to couples. Our team has put together a list of […]

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The 15 Best Campground Wedding Venues in Washington 

Weddings. We love them! However, after attending one too many ballroom receptions, you might be craving something different, something that truly stands out. If you’re planning your big day, why not break away from tradition and create a wedding experience as unique as your love story? A campground wedding offers the perfect blend of natural […]

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The 16 Best Campground Wedding Venues in Oregon 

Weddings are always a joyous celebration, but let’s be honest—some tend to blend together. If you’re looking for a way to make your big day truly unforgettable, why not host it at a scenic Oregon campground? Imagine exchanging vows beneath a canopy of towering evergreens, the soft sounds of a nearby stream setting the mood, […]

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