When you think of starting an alternative tourism business, the choices can feel overwhelming. Should you invest in a pod, a shepherd hut, or maybe go bigger with a safari tent or eco-cabin? Each option comes with different startup costs, market demand, and rental potential. That’s why we’ve created this Catalogue of Accommodation Concepts—to give you a clear, side-by-side view of what’s possible.
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It covers important aspects of developing an alternative accommodation that will help your business start and remain viable.
- Upcoming Market Trends – Glamping and alternative stays are growing across Europe. According to Savills, demand in Ireland and other parts of Europe has risen sharply as travellers seek unique, nature-based escapes. By 2030, the global glamping market is expected to exceed €6.3 billion, making it one of the fastest-growing tourism sectors.
- Costing Insights – From bell tents to luxury eco-pods, the catalogue helps you see realistic setup costs—including planning, infrastructure, and unit build prices.
- Revenue Potential – Each concept includes average nightly rates, helping you build pricing strategies and test your return on investment (ROI).
How to Use This Catalogue
- Compare Costs vs Returns – Use the nightly rental rates to estimate your break-even point.
- Match to Market Trends – In Ireland and the Netherlands, pods and cabins perform well; in Italy and Slovenia, yurts and shepherd huts are popular; while Iceland demands insulated, weather-proof structures.
- Think Long-Term – A bell tent may get you started quickly, but cabins or pods deliver more reliable year-round income.
- Adapt to Your Location – Consider zoning, weather, and guest expectations in your country.
Download the Catalogue HERE.
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