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Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Hear from the elite operators and brands driving the glamping and the outdoor hospitality industry forward. Gain insights on everything you need to launch, grow, and sell your business.
Our content includes glamping, STVR / STR (short term rentals), unique stays, landscape resorts, RV Parks, RV resorts, and campgrounds
This podcast is powered by Sage Outdoor Advisory, the outdoor hospitality industry leaders in feasibility studies and appraisals.
Episodes
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Selecting Your Unit & Unit Financing Options Pt. 2 with SandBox - Glamping, STR, Unique Stay, Outdoor Hospitality Unit Selection
We dig into what actually constrains glamping unit design, from aging electrical grids to septic rules that quietly limit how many units you can add. We also…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Demystifying Third-Party Management with Rafael Correa of Bluewater - The Leaders in RV Resort, RV Park & Campground Management
Third-party management gets talked about like a last resort, but that mindset leaves real money and time on the table. We sit down with Rafael Correa…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Are You Maximizing Your Most Important Software? Expert PMS Advice From Simon Smith of Storable Newbook - Glamping, RV Park & Campground
We sit down with Executive Leadership Simon Smith from Storable Newbook to unpack what the best glamping and RV park operators do differently with their…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Sandbox Stays: The biggest pitfalls when selecting your glamping unit for your resort, STR, rv park, campground or unique stay property - Part 1
Hard-wall or canvas-based units? Custom or off the shelf? Are floor to ceiling windows worth the cost? Should you invest in a kitchenette? Sandbox walks us…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Glamping Treehouses at the Confluence of Two Waterfalls - Stories from Launch STR and Unique Stay Properties
We catch up with Lark Elliott one year after opening Tuxedo Falls to learn what it takes to turn a rare waterfall property near Asheville into a high-demand…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Wellness by Design: Building a Truly Holistic Hospitality Experience
We talk with Justin Kamm, founder of North Star Farm, about transforming a blueberry farm in New York's Western Catskills into a wellness-focused glamping…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
A Resort Name That Dares You to Relax and a Developer Who Built It to Last - Justin McWilliams of Camp QYB
A mile of waterfront, a hillside that photographs cannot explain, and a resort name that dares you to relax. We’re joined by Justin McWilliams, developer and…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Launch Marketing For Glamping Resorts - Nick Purslow is Back on the Pod! Tactics for STR, Glamping, Hospitality & Unique Stay Properties
Nick Purslow returns with an update on Posh Outdoors and their latest partnership with Lagom Retreat. Connor & Nick compare what is working right now to launch…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
From Boo Boo to VP at Camp Jellystone — Lisa Courtney on the Real Work of Outdoor Hospitality Leadership
You can learn a lot about outdoor hospitality from spreadsheets and site plans, but you learn the truth from the people who have carried the radio, calmed the…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Why you should bet big on paid social for glamping, unique stay, STR, and outdoor resorts.
There are 10+ marketing and advertising channels which should you invest in? Hear from the best Dustin Baker of Hidden Gem Media We break down a practical…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Outdoor Hospitality Myth Busting with Mike Harrison and Wendy Heineke
In this episode, we mix things up a bit and sit down with two leading voices in outdoor hospitality (Mike Harrison of CRR Hospitality and Wendy Heineke of…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Are your units priced correctly? Jasper Ribbers of 'Get Paid for your Pad' Podcast & Freewyld Foundry Revenue Management Firm
Hear from Jasper Ribbers the founder of the industry leading 'Get Paid for your Pad' Podcast and the founder of Freewyld Foundry revenue management firm Deep…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Sarah Dusek Founder of Few & Far and Under Canvas
We sit down with Sarah Dusek to explore how a six-suite, five-star safari lodge can fund rewilding, restore soils, and open access to wilderness without…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Gordon Gurnik COO of Hilton Grand Vacations Dives Into: Properties, Points, & Investing in Outdoor Hospitality
Hilton Grand Vacations COO Gordon Gurnik shares about modern timeshares, perks, and partnerships to unlock cabins, yurts, and city condos while leaning hard…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Lessons Learned From 300+ Outdoor Resort Site Visits - HoneyTrek: Mike & Anne Howard
We sit down with Mike and Ann Howard of HoneyTrek to unpack what truly makes a glamping stay unforgettable, from soul‑led storytelling to small, high‑impact…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Ben Wolff of Onera & Oasi: What It Takes To Sell Your Property To A Public REIT
We chart how Ben Wolff scaled from short-term rentals to design-led outdoor resorts, sold into a public REIT, built a content-first marketing firm, and now…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Meet Your Host: Shari Heilala, the Owner and CEO of Sage Outdoor Advisory
Connor welcomes new co‑host Shari Heilala to dig into the data, the grit, and the joy that power outdoor hospitality—from feasibility studies and appraisals to…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
How A College Painter Built A $13M Hospitality Portfolio - Joe Lisa of Sol Stay & Fireside Capital
We trace Joe Lisa's path from college painting gigs to a $13m experiential hospitality portfolio, exploring how purpose, scrappy execution, and smarter…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Isaac French of Live Oak Lake: 'Less, But Better' in Hospitality and Living Life
What if a small, story-rich resort could command a seven-figure brand premium—and what would it take to build one? We sit down with creator-operator Isaac…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Meet Your Host: Connor Schwab
A sign-off, a handover, and a candid origin story. We open with why the mic is changing hands and then dive straight into Connor’s path—from a childhood of…
Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds*ANNOUNCEMENT* Rebranding for the Great Outdoors
Soon, we’ll be renaming the show to “The Outdoor Hospitality Podcast” to better reflect our mission and expand our content horizons. Make sure to follow and…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
*ANNOUNCEMENT* Nick Stepping Back From the Podcast to Go All-In On Posh
Nick makes a big announcement about stepping back from the podcast to focus 100% on Posh Outdoors and scaling that business. Shari Heilala the CEO of Sage…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Pt. 2 The Glamping Collective- A Mountaintop Retreat Near Asheville, NC with Matt Bare (Founder Story)
Matt Bare returns for part two, sharing the real-world challenges of hot tubs, designing a landscape pool, and surviving a hurricane. From health department…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Pt. 1 The Glamping Collective- A Mountaintop Retreat Near Asheville, NC with Matt Bare (Founder Story)
Are private hot tubs a profitable investment? Is it foolish to build in a booming glamping market with high competition? What is better a glass cabin or luxury…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Glamping on WHEELS? The story behind Sandy Vans and building a $350K van (Founder Story)
Hear the secrets behind Sandy Van's meteoric rise in the luxury adventure van market. We are joined by Alan Mondus CEO and Evan Purcell COO as they share their…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Paws Up VS. Auberge - 2 Former Managers Go Head-to-Head (Roundtable Discussion)
The two most experienced managers in outdoor hospitality go head-to-head. Hear insights from Scott Randall and Jacob Halverson. These two managers have worked…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Under Canvas Acquires The Fields! Irene Wood Exclusive (Roundtable Discussion)
In huge news for the glamping industry, The Fields of Michigan has been acquired by glamping giants, Under Canvas. Irene Wood returns to the pod to give us the…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Lessons from launching Paws Up, AutoCamp and Wildhaven from 'Mr. Outdoor Hospitality' (GMs Story)
In this episode we dive in with Scott Randall who helped launch Paws Up, AutoCamp and Wildhaven over his 25 year career in outdoor hospitality. There is no…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
What Does A Glamping GM Do? Wes McCloskey from Open Sky Reveals All (Roundtable Discussion)
Familiar favourite Bygnal Dutson from Open Sky in Zion returns to the pod today, but this time he's joined by his General Manager, Wes McCloskey. Today's…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Glamping ON WATER at Sol Stay with Joe Lisa and Bill Nolan (Founder Story)
Hear the story behind Sol Stay, one of America's only glamping resorts ON THE WATER. Find out how Joe Lisa and Bill Nolan built this unique property on the…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
How to Execute a Successful Grand Opening with Quentin Incao of Q Hospitality (Industry Expert Story)
Learn the critical items you need to think about before your grand opening. Hear about pre-marketing, selecting a property management system, opening your…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Nick Purslow's Story - From Small English Town to the Canadian Rockies (Host Story)
Some of you have been listening to him for more than 4 years, but you don't know his story. Nick got to where he is today through hard work, tenacity, and a…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
How to Create a Sense of Community at Your Resort - With Nathan St Cyr of Howzit Hostels (Founder Story)
We explored beyond the world of glamping this week and interviewed Nathan St Cyr of Howzit Hostels. He broke down the hostel business model; how Howzit…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
How Hal Feinberg Became America's Biggest Glamping Dome Operator (Founder Story)
Hal Feinberg is the founder of Clear Sky Resorts. Clear Sky is the largest dome operation in the US, with resorts in Utah and Arizona. Hal joins us to discuss…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
What Is Your Outdoor Hospitality Business Worth? And How Can You Maximize Its Price In A Sale? (Roundtable Discussion)
Learn what your outdoor hospitality business is worth and how you can maximize your value in a sale. In this episode Connor interviews experts Bob Kaplan of…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
How to Hire the Best Staff In Outdoor Hospitality (Roundtable Discussion)
Jacob Halverson joins Connor and Nick to discuss all things recruitment. How do you find staff for your hospitality operation? What questions should you ask…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
How Ken Barber Scaled His Californian Based Wildhaven Glamping (Founder Story)
In Connor's first solo-hosted episode, he speaks to Ken Barber of Wildhaven Glamping in California. Ken has pulled off the notoriously difficult task of…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
What Can American Operators Learn from Luxury African Safaris? (Roundtable Discussion)
We're back! We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season. Nick and Connor are excited to return with the first episode of the new year, and boy is it a…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Christmas Special + An Update On the Future of the Podcast
Jacob Halverson joins Nick and Connor for a bumper Christmas special! We discuss our favorite glamping resorts, glamping naughty and nice lists, and our…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Why Winter Glamping Is a Hidden Goldmine, and How to Exploit It
Sorry for the delay on this week's episode - my laptop is broken! Everybody thinks of glamping as a summer activity, with the sun shining and the leaves in…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
The Craziest Glamping Site We've Ever Seen
Today's guest is the opposite of every previous operator we've had on the show. And his counter-intuitive strategy may give you your next great idea…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
The Secret to 1.2 Million Followers for Your Glamping Site
Derry Green returns to the podcast to reveal his secrets for social media domination. He tells us how Secret Garden Glamping accumulated 1.2 million followers…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
From Under Canvas to the Grand Canyon - The Story of Jeremy Budge and Backland Glamping
Jeremy Budge was one of the earliest hires at Under Canvas, the pioneering glamping brand that was acquired for over $100 million in 2019. He left Under Canvas…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
The Future of Unique Hospitality - Round Table with Ben Wolff, Isaac French and Zach Busekrus
Today's episode is a special co-production with the "Behind the Stays" Podcast. Zach Busekrus and I were joined by two of the biggest names in the unique…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
The Glampground with a 94% Occupancy Rate, Celebrity Clientele and a Netflix Show
With daily rates of $800+ per night and near-100% occupancy, Bolt Farm Treehouse is arguably the most successful independent glamping business in North…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
From Getaway to Nude Campsites - The Story of Topos Ventures
There's a growing class of glamping consultants that cut their teeth at the venture-backed brands like Getaway (now Postcard Cabins) and AutoCamp. The…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
What's the Most Popular Glamping Unit? - Data Deep Dive With Shari Heilala
Connor's boss joins us on the pod this week! Shari Heilala is the Founder of Sage Outdoor Advisory, the leading provider of feasibility studies in the glamping…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
How the glamping industry is evolving; how to choose the right form of capital; and how to prepare for a recession - Bryan Auchterlonie (Destination Capital)
Bryan Auchterlonie is one of the most knowledgeable people in the outdoor hospitality space when it comes to capital. Through his firm, Destination Capital…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Why Nature Is Everything; How to Listen to Your Guests; and Bootstrapping a Glamping Startup - Blake Smith and Bygnal Dutson
In what's rapidly becoming our favorite episode format, two of the best operators in the business join Nick and Connor in a wide-ranging, round-table glamping…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Gay Glamping! How Campit Resort Became an LGBTQ+ Haven
We love niche concepts at The Unique Hospitality Podcast, and this week we were delighted to talk LGBTQ+ hospitality with Randy Henry, Ops Manager at Campit…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Meet the Guy Who Builds Hotels for Rockstars
Mike Baxter loves three things: hotels, rock 'n' roll, and partying. That's what led to the creation of House of Gods, a completely immersive rockstar hotel in…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Common Traits of Projects That Get Funded (3 Case Studies)
Nick Parker (Live Oak Bank) returns to the pod! He and Connor have worked on many hospitality projects together, and they have the inside track on the…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Glamping Design Secrets From Autocamp's Former Senior Design Director
AutoCamp is one of the world's biggest glamping brands. After starting small with their first Santa Barbara location in 2013, their growth rate exploded…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
How Unreasonable Hospitality Can Transform Your Glamping Business (Book Club Episode 1)
Unreasonable Hospitality is a bestselling book by world-leading restauranteur, Will Guidara. Guidara found fame and fortune through Eleven Madison Park, his…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Hands-On vs Hands-Off Hospitality - Ben Wolff and Irene Wood Debate
Ben Wolff and Irene Wood are two of the most successful entrepreneurs in the boutique glamping / unique stay space. Despite their similar results, their models…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Why We're Bullish About Glamping; The Hottest Short-Term Rental Markets; and How to Get Your Next Great Hospitality Idea - Zach Busekrus
Unique stay aficionado, Zach Busekrus, is back on the Unique Hospitality Podcast! This week, we discuss the coolest unique stays Zach has come across; why…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
From Champagne Buttons to Gatorade at Dinner - The Coolest Shit We've Seen In the Industry
A "bring me my champagne" button; zorb balling through Chinatown, and serving Gatorade at dinner. Get your creative hat on, as our aim this week is to give you…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
What Sets Apart the Top 5% of Operators? (P.S. We've Revamped the Podcast)
Welcome to the first episode of The Unique Hospitality Podcast, formerly known as The Start A Glamping Business Podcast! We've revamped the format, with fewer…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Special Episode Part 2 - The Most Important Lessons from 75 Episodes of the Podcast
Welcome to Part 2 of the most important episode we've ever recorded. To celebrate recording 75 episodes of The Start A Glamping Business Podcast, Nick was…
- Outdoor Hospitality Podcast: Glamping, STR, Resorts, Unique Stays, RV Parks, RV Resorts & Campgrounds
Special Episode Part 1 - The Most Important Lessons from 75 Episodes of the Podcast
Welcome to Part 1 of the most important episode we've ever recorded. To celebrate recording 75 episodes of The Start A Glamping Business Podcast, Nick was…