Carry on “Glamping” – combining luxury and nature

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To exceptional services, add exceptional recognition: the Domaine Les Moulins and its Original Camping have just been awarded their 5th star, thus becoming one of the most prestigious sites in France.This crowing point sets the seal on a new concept, “Glamping”, a mix of luxury and authenticity, glamour and nature.

On the glamour side are high quality facilities – heated pool and wellness spa, steam room and relaxing massages – and services to match its 5-star rating: bar-restaurant, kids club, entertainment for all, but also the piano bar and shows, room service, daily papers, etc.

On the camping side, Domaine Les Moulins has been able to restore its former glory by putting to the fore what gives the campsite all its charm: a real connection with nature.
Comfortably installed in their homes made of canvas and pale wood (tipis, tents or ecolodges), the Original Campers live as close to nature as possible without harming it since all facilities are part of a 100%.sustainable development approach.

Domaine Les Moulins is now a “must”, thanks to a passionate entrepreneur, Alain Dominique Perrin.

Businessman and philanthropist, founder of the Cartier Foundation and developer of the famous “Must de Cartier” brand, mentor of an institute for training the elite, patron of the arts and owner of an extraordinary vineyard at Chateau Lagrezette: it goes without saying that Alain Dominique Perrin shows a taste for eclecticism.

And the running of two high-quality campsites in Noirmoutier, in tune with the environment and coastline, adds a new touch to this impressionist tableau.

Yet there has been real consistency in the path taken by this aesthete and businessman: whatever adventure he has started, he has always strived for exacting standards and excellence.

Whether it is to environmentally friendly camping, beautiful pieces of jewellery or an exceptional grape variety, Alain Dominique Perrin always brings his mastery of the business world and his passion for the beautiful and the good.

A brilliant illustration how to combine the useful and the pleasant…

What are your thouhgts on “Glamping”? Comment below!

Daniel Fountain / 07.08.2011

Editor, Hotel Designs

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