In the SEASON FINALE of Season 2 on The Glamptuary Podcast, we finally get our two stars together to celebrate their success in opening their first Glamptuary! Etienne White and Jesse Roesler graciously let us come along on their quest to build (literally) an experiential outdoor hospitality operation in the great state of Wisconsin. Both had many similarities in their professional backgrounds coming into the podcast, and we learned about their shared belief that travel should be based in...

In Etienne White's final episode of her single story arc, she tells us all about her highly successful bookings for Heartsong Farm! Etienne also talks about her plans for the future, and delivers a heartfelt message about how her Glamptuary gives her hope for the future. We also tease the Season Finale for Season 2 which will include the first meeting between Jesse and Etienne in a fireside chat.

In Episode 14 of Season 2 on The Glamptuary Podcast, Etienne White delivers some BIG NEWS about Heartsong Farm! Last we spoke with her, she was getting close to completing construction on her A Frame, and hoping to get her first bookings through Airbnb. Is construction complete? Did she get a booking?? We'll find out in Episode 14!

It's the final episode in Jesse Roesler's story arc on Season 2 of The Glamptuary Podcast! Jesse has successfully opened his Glamptuary, and the reviews are all indicating that Open Air Outpost is an amazing property to visit! Jesse talks about some of the recent additions that have been added to the property which include a wood-burning sauna and hot tub. We'll also learn about some of the future plans brewing for Open Air Outpost PLUS we'll tease the Season 2 finale.

In Episode 12 of Season 2 on The Glamptuary Podcast, we hear all about the first set of bookings for Open Air Outpost! Jesse Roesler talks about his experience with the first official guest to visit his property, and he shares the heartfelt review he received that describes the amazing experiences his guest enjoyed. Jesse also talks about the extra steps he takes as a follow-up with his guests to help ensure repeat bookings and grow his business.

In Episode 11 of Season 2 of The Glamptuary Podcast, we'll hear from Etienne White about the progress on the A Frame Cabin build, and she'll provide some updates about how the inspections are going as she nears her opening date. We'll also hear from Etienne about all the wonderful experiences her future guests will enjoy once Heartsong Farm opens for business. There will be animal experiences, cheese tastings, and educational programs that are sure to enrich the lives of anyone who is...

In Episode 10 of Season 2 of The Glamptuary Podcast, we dive into the fine details and design elements Jesse Roesler has applied to Open Air Outpost to make it a one-of-a-kind Glamptuary experience for his guests. Jesse made a smart decision to have friends and family stay at the property so they could provide useful feedback that helped Jesse put the finishing touches on his tiny home. Listen in as we talk about what Jesse learned in his soft opening, and how he has worked to make Open...

In Episode 9 of Season 2 on The Glamptuary Podcast, we're delighted to talk with Etienne White about her glamping cabin design that won her a $100,000 prize from Airbnb! Etienne talks about her A Frame Cabin, and how nature immersion and cultural education were the inspirations for her design. She also speaks about how exciting and heartwarming it is to see her dreams become a reality in real-time.

In Episode 8 of Season 2 on The Glamptuary Podcast, we're lucky to have the opportunity to chat with an expert in marketing and advertising. Especially someone that can advise on how to properly market an experiential outdoor hospitality property! Jesse Roesler has been working in marketing and advertising for the past 15 years, and he couldn't be more excited to take his acquired skills and apply them to his first Glamptuary property - Open Air Outpost. Jesse talks about the importance...

In Episode 7 of Season 2 on The Glamptuary Podcast, we continue our deep dive into the legal side of the outdoor hospitality industry with Etienne White. Etienne talks about the initial legal explorations she made as part of her Airbnb contest submission to make sure her glamping operation was possible on her farm. She also talks about some of the permitting and operational requirements that came up after she had won the contest that forced her to rethink her approach. We also spoke with...

In Episode 6 of Season 2 on The Glamptuary Podcast, we dive into the legal side of the outdoor hospitality industry, and how Jesse Roesler has navigated through what can be a complicated process when setting up a new business. Jesse takes us back in time a bit and discusses the steps he took to set up Open Air Outpost with the proper permitting and required operating structures. Jesse also speaks about the importance of securing a strong ally at the local county office, and how that can...

In Episode 5, we continue our journey with Etienne White by doing a deep dive into the Airbnb contest she won, and how that has helped make her dreams of sharing her farm with the world a reality. Etienne discusses what led her to the contest, how she progressed through the process and eventually won, and how she plans to use her winnings to build her first Glamptuary.

In Episode 4, we continue our journey with Jesse Roesler as he readies his Glamptuary property for launch. As part of his offering, Jesse has designed numerous experiences that his guests can enjoy with the theme of "nature immersion" as the common thread. Jesse discusses some of the experiences that can be had on-site, what experiences can be created with the brands Open Air Outpost has aligned with, and what his plans are for the future that we all can look forward to.

In Episode 3, we continue launching our single track episode arcs that follow each individual and their respective journey. Episode 3 features Etienne White with her glamping and farm-stay property - Heartsong Farm. Before we get to the what, we're spending time on the who and why. We'll talk with Etienne about her background and how that led her to open an outdoor hospitality property. She tells us her "why" and how its helped her connect with nature, align with her values around...

In Episode 2, we begin our single track episode arcs that follow each individual and their respective journey. Episode 2 features Jesse Roesler and his glamping property - Open Air Outpost. Before we get to the what, we'll spend time on the who and why. We'll talk with Jesse about his background and how that led him to open an outdoor hospitality property. He tells us his "why" and how its helped him connect with nature, and himself. Enjoy!

We're excited to be back on the Glamptuary Podcast with Season 2! This season will feel different from Season 1, and for very good reason. In Season 2, we're pulling the curtain back and providing a real-time look at what it takes to open up a Glamptuary. We'll follow two journeys and two individuals as they work to open up their very first Glamptuary. Both of them live in Wisconsin and they are both working to open very different types of Glamptuarys, with a common goal. That goal is...

In this final episode of Season 1, we sat down with a married couple who have been on what most call "the world's longest honeymoon." Mike and Anne Howard have been on the road for 11 years and counting. They've been all over the globe and during their travels, they've developed a love and passion for glamping. They've written and published books, they offer consulting for all types of travelers and entrepreneurs, and they took time out of their busy schedule to talk with us - and we're...

In this episode, we sat down with a couple outdoor hospitality industry experts who are working to help entrepreneurs make their dreams a reality. Shari Heilala and Connor Schwab of Sage Outdoor Advisory took time out of their busy schedules to chat with me about the current state of glamping, and the future of the outdoor hospitality business. We also spoke about the services Sage provides which includes feasibility studies, appraisals, and business forecasting. Listen in as we talk about...

In this episode, we have the opportunity to speak with John and Lily Kessel who founded Puma Hills Mountain Retreat because they have a mission to heal. They believe we can heal through nature, and at Glamptuary, we couldn't agree more. During our conversation, John and Lily shed light on their mission and talk about their "why", and how that drives every business decision they make. They also offer some sage advice for anyone considering a career in experiential hospitality. Sit back,...

In this episode, we are excited to have TWO guests on for the first time! We sat down with Pam and Merrill Johnson who comprise the Mother/Daughter team that runs the show at Cedar Ridge Ranch, which is located in Carbondale, CO. With the support of their Husband/Father Randy, they've been in operation since 1999. During our conversation we spoke about all the wonderful experiences offered on the ranch, how the ranch has evolved over years, and what inspired the Johnsons to make the move...