The Glamptuary Podcast

In Episode 10 of Season 2 of The Glamptuary Podcast, we dive into the fine details and design elements Jesse Roesler has applied to Open Air Outpost to make it a one-of-a-kind Glamptuary experience for his guests. Jesse made a smart decision to have friends and family stay at the property so they could provide useful feedback that helped Jesse put the finishing touches on his tiny home. Listen in...

In Episode 9 of Season 2 on The Glamptuary Podcast, we're delighted to talk with Etienne White about her glamping cabin design that won her a $100,000 prize from Airbnb ! Etienne talks about her A Frame Cabin, and how nature immersion and cultural education were the inspirations for her design. She also speaks about how exciting and heartwarming it is to see her dreams become a reality in real-tim...

In Episode 8 of Season 2 on The Glamptuary Podcast, we're lucky to have the opportunity to chat with an expert in marketing and advertising. Especially someone that can advise on how to properly market an experiential outdoor hospitality property! Jesse Roesler has been working in marketing and advertising for the past 15 years, and he couldn't be more excited to take his acquired skills and apply...

In Episode 7 of Season 2 on The Glamptuary Podcast, we continue our deep dive into the legal side of the outdoor hospitality industry with Etienne White . Etienne talks about the initial legal explorations she made as part of her Airbnb contest submission to make sure her glamping operation was possible on her farm. She also talks about some of the permitting and operational requirements that came...

In Episode 6 of Season 2 on The Glamptuary Podcast, we dive into the legal side of the outdoor hospitality industry, and how Jesse Roesler has navigated through what can be a complicated process when setting up a new business. Jesse takes us back in time a bit and discusses the steps he took to set up Open Air Outpost with the proper permitting and required operating structures. Jesse also speaks...

In Episode 5, we continue our journey with Etienne White by doing a deep dive into the Airbnb contest she won, and how that has helped make her dreams of sharing her farm with the world a reality. Etienne discusses what led her to the contest, how she progressed through the process and eventually won, and how she plans to use her winnings to build her first Glamptuary .

In Episode 4, we continue our journey with Jesse Roesler as he readies his Glamptuary property for launch. As part of his offering, Jesse has designed numerous experiences that his guests can enjoy with the theme of "nature immersion" as the common thread. Jesse discusses some of the experiences that can be had on-site, what experiences can be created with the brands Open Air Outpost has aligned w...

In Episode 3, we continue launching our single track episode arcs that follow each individual and their respective journey. Episode 3 features Etienne White with her glamping and farm-stay property - Heartsong Farm. Before we get to the what, we're spending time on the who and why. We'll talk with Etienne about her background and how that led her to open an outdoor hospitality property. She tells...

In Episode 2, we begin our single track episode arcs that follow each individual and their respective journey. Episode 2 features Jesse Roesler and his glamping property - Open Air Outpost . Before we get to the what, we'll spend time on the who and why. We'll talk with Jesse about his background and how that led him to open an outdoor hospitality property. He tells us his "why" and how its helped...

We're excited to be back on the Glamptuary Podcast with Season 2! This season will feel different from Season 1, and for very good reason. In Season 2, we're pulling the curtain back and providing a real-time look at what it takes to open up a Glamptuary. We'll follow two journeys and two individuals as they work to open up their very first Glamptuary. Both of them live in Wisconsin and they are b...

In this final episode of Season 1, we sat down with a married couple who have been on what most call "the world's longest honeymoon." Mike and Anne Howard of HoneyTrek have been on the road for 11 years and counting. They've been all over the globe and during their travels, they've developed a love and passion for glamping. They've written and published books like COMFORTABLY WILD - THE BEST GLAMP...

In this episode, we sat down with a couple industry experts who are helping entrepreneurs bring their dreams into reality. Our guests are Shari Heilala , President of Sage Outdoor Advisory and Connor Schwab , Director of Outdoor Resorts for Sage Outdoor Advisory. We feel very fortunate to have the opportunity to speak with both of these passionate individuals who power Sage Outdoor Advisory , and...

In this episode, we have the opportunity to speak with John and Lily Kessel, the husband and wife team who founded Puma Hills Mountain Retreat . Their reason for what they do is simple, heartfelt, and timeless - to provide a place of respite for those looking to heal themselves. What began as a retreat for veterans and first responders, is growing into a beautiful Glamptuary for all to enjoy. John...

In this episode, we are excited to have TWO guests on for the first time! We sat down with Pam and Merrill Johnson who comprise the Mother/Daughter team that runs the show at Cedar Ridge Ranch , which is located in Carbondale, CO. With the support of their Husband/Father Randy, they've been in operation since 1999. During our conversation we spoke about all the wonderful experiences offered on the...

WE FEEL FORTUNATE TO SIT DOWN WITH AN EMMY AWARD-WINNING DIRECTOR. JESSE ROESLER, FOUNDER OF CREDO NONFICTION, IS A MULTI-AWARD WINNING DIRECTOR WHO JUST LAUNCHED A BRILLIANT NEW SHOW ON DISCOVERY PLUS CALLED “ BESPOKE INNS. ” THE SERIES HIGHLIGHTS 15 DIFFERENT EXPERIENTIAL HOSPITALITY DESTINATIONS AROUND THE UNITED STATES THAT OFFER BEST-IN-CLASS EXPERIENCES COUPLED WITH BEAUTIFUL DESIGN AESTHETI...

GLAMPTUARY ORIGIN STORIES ARE ALWAYS INTERESTING AND IN GINA MARCELL’S CASE, THIS IS ESPECIALLY TRUE! GINA’S GOATS WEREN’T HAPPY IN WASHINGTON DUE TO THE CLIMATE AND THAT PROMPTED GINA TO SEARCH FOR A NEW HOME FOR THE GOATS; AND A NEW WAY OF LIVING FOR HERSELF. IN THIS EPISODE, WE’LL TALK WITH GINA ABOUT HER JOURNEY, AND HER GLAMPTUARY NEAR SALIDA, CO CALLED MOUNTAIN GOAT LODGE. HER GOATS ARE HAPP...

IN THE SPIRIT OF CREATING A PODCAST SERIES FILLED WITH INTERESTING GUESTS, INSPIRING MESSAGES, AND HELPFUL INFORMATION; WE’RE SWITCHING GEARS A BIT WITH OUR GUEST ON THIS EPISODE. WE’RE LUCKY TO HAVE NICK PURSLOW JOIN US FROM GLAMPITECT NORTH AMERICA , WHOSE PRIMARY OBJECTIVE IS TO SUPPORT THOSE INTERESTED IN OPENING A GLAMPING OPERATION OF THEIR OWN. IN THIS EPISODE, NICK EXPLAINS THE 101’S OF HO...

A TRUE STEWARD OF THE LAND, CHRISSY MCFARREN LEADS BY EXAMPLE AS THE OWNER/OPERATOR OF A 6,500 ACRE WORKING CATTLE RANCH AND GLAMPTUARY LOCATED DEEP IN THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS. LISTEN IN AS CHRISSY DISCUSSES HOW SHE FOUND AND OPENED BADGER CREEK RANCH, HER THOUGHTS ON LAND CONSERVATION AND REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE, AND HER HOPES FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF RANCHERS. SADDLE UP AND PREPARE FOR AN ENRICHI...

IN THE MAIDEN VOYAGE OF THE GLAMPTUARY PODCAST, WE EMBARK ON OUR JOURNEY WITH SPECIAL GUEST - NABIL SAWEERES. HE IS THE OWNER/OPERATOR OF BLACK TREE RESORT, A HUSBAND, A FATHER OF TWO, AND A WONDERFUL HUMAN. LISTEN IN AS WE DISCUSS HOW NABIL MADE A MOVE ACROSS THE COUNTRY, BACK TO HIS HOME STATE OF COLORADO, TO OPEN HIS DREAM GLAMPING RESORT. NABIL TALKS ABOUT THE CHALLENGES HE FACED, HIS EXPANSIO...