glamping

Reader's Digest 6月号のLIFESTYLE TRENDS ENTERTAINMENTはTHE LOWDOWN ON GLAMPINGでしたが、この "GLAMPING" は何でしょう？
記事を読むと直ぐに "GLAMPING" の説明がありました。
WHAT: The newest Short for "glamour camping", glamping has become a hip holiday trend.
豪華なキャンピングのことでした。　どの様に豪華かと言うと、
HOW: Glamping doesn't necessarily involve tents, and if it does, these are usually permanent, solar-powered structures, sometimes complete with hot water, remote-controlled lighting, pay-TV and even a bath.
新語の様ですが、辞書に載っているか調べます。 伝統的な辞書にはまだ掲載されていない様ですが、OneLook辞書検索には幾つも掲載している辞書のリストが出てきました。
・Word Spy: form of camping that includes expensive equipment, fine food, and other luxuries: Open from May through September, this Canadian resort is a top destination for "glamping," or glamor camping.
・Travel Industry Dictionary: Slang. Luxury camping involving a variety of high-end gear, accessories, and amenities.
・Urban Dictionary: Satisfying your craving for the outdoors and your penchant for a good meal, nice glass of wine, and a comfortable bed.: No stinky sleeping bags on the hard ground and freeze dried food for me. If its not a Glamping trip, count me out.
夏は涼しい高原に行きたいですね。 "glamping trip" なら最高です。