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Sal Salis on Ningaloo ReefAn article on "Glamping" by Michelle Wranick on the CNNGO website identifies seven top luxury camping locations in Australia that provide a million star experience. Add superb destinations from remote fishing spots and working cattle stations to iconic tourism attactions and it's an unforgettable holiday of a lifetime.
Safari tent accommodation comes in a variety styles to suit local conditions and provide all the mod-cons for the most discerning adventure traveller. From $260 to more than $2,000 per night it's not for everyone but you'll get butler service, air-conditioning and private views to die for in the top places.
Some holiday parks have picked up on the trend and are provide a point of differnce from brick and mortor resorts.
Click here to view seven of the best glamping locations in Australia.
Tourism WA Appoints Brighthouse for Western Australian Caravan & Camping Strategy

Tourism Western Australia (Tourism WA) has commissioned a Caravan and Camping Strategy for Western Australia to provide a framework that will inform the planning and development of this important sector.
The strategy will identify key locations where additional caravan parks and camping grounds may be required, the type and nature of these facilities, supporting infrastructure requirements, the level and adequacy of available information and data and any regulatory issues. The study will provide recommendations on how to address these issues and outline a strategic approach to implement them.
Brighthouse Consultants has been appointed by Tourism WA to undertake the strategy. Over the coming weeks Brighthouse will be in contact with key stakeholders to seek their views on various matters pertaining to caravanning and camping. Your support in assisting the Brighthouse team with its enquiries would be very much appreciated.
Find A Park Holiday Park Finder Wins best Travel App at 2011 Australian Mobile Awards
Australia's best mobile apps were revealed last Thursday night at the 2011 Australian Mobile Awards.![]()
Awards were received by some of the most innovative developers of mobile apps and competition across the many categories was fierce. The small team that developed the Find A Park app included David Holland of Brighthouse, Rafe Roberts of Global Fusion and Vaughan James of Reality Engine.
Find A Park is now used by thousands of travellers to find holiday parks on the road, check out their facilities, get hot deals, make reservations and get directions using interactive mapping. After leaving the park users can add to their favourites and write reviews.
The awards presentation night was the culmination of months of organisation. “We’ve seen a fantastic response to the Mobile Awards and it’s terrific that some of Australia’s largest brands are not just active in mobile, but creating engaging and entertaining experiences for people, the best of which we’re seeing in the Mobies,” said Mark Bergin the Australian Mobile Awards Director.
The Mobile Awards were decided by a combination of a public vote and a detailed judging panel review comprising of a variety of leading figures from across the mobile industry.