The presence of safe campsites near significant cities is increasingly attracting families who want to spend their vacation in tents without going into the jungle. The most challenging question for someone who has never gone camping is where to experience their first camping trip. Starting in well-stocked, low-risk neighborhoods close to home is often the safest option. Rising gas and air travel costs are putting pressure on families struggling to get through tough economic times and are forcing them to look for alternatives to tents.
Type and size
With so many types of tents available, selecting the best one can be a challenging task. If you're looking for a tent for years to come and don't plan on camping in Emu Park in the winter, then a three-season tent is all you need. Dome family tents are preferred because they have more space and headroom.
When choosing a size, unless you're hiking in the wilderness, where tent weight is a significant factor, always choose a tent with more people than the size listed. Manufacturers often exaggerate the number of people who can comfortably fit in a tent. The general rule of thumb is to choose a tent that will sleep 1-2 more people than you need. So if you are looking for a 4-man tent, it is better to buy a 6-man tent. The price difference is usually only a few tens of dollars if any.
If you are traveling with kids, consider a multi-room tent with a partition that you can remove to get one big room when the kids are older and then split the tent in later years when they need their own space for their play if you need a quiet place for yourself.
Where to buy a tent
Online sources offer better prices than local stores, but you will get the best knowledge and advice from a local seller. Use a local salesperson to know the product and then use the internet to compare prices before making a decision. Go to your local store and look at the different types of tents available.
Look at the size and description of the tent, then search online for the best prices. While you're at the store, look for the tents set up, go inside and move around in them, lie down, and then get up and pretend to get dressed.
Conclusion
When checking prices online, first impressions only sometimes matter! Some unscrupulous online sellers advertise a lower price, and if you click on a site and need to be more careful, you may inadvertently pay more for an item. Always add the tent to your cart, checkout to see the total price, and compare some of them before you buy.
