Glamp Out Journal · Summer Guide
The Picnic You'll Be Talking About All Summer
Step 01Location, Location, Location
Every unforgettable picnic starts with a beautiful view.
Whether it's the beach, a quiet lakeside, a lookout, rolling countryside or your favourite park, choose somewhere that makes you want to stay just a little longer.
Find a shady tree, watch the waves roll in or settle in somewhere you can catch a golden sunset. The best picnic spots invite you to slow down, kick your shoes off and forget what time it is.
There's no rush here.
Step 02Create the Cosiest Picnic Spot
Start with a quality Glamp Out Picnic Rug. A beautiful picnic starts from the ground up. Our water and sand resistant picnic rugs create a comfortable, dry place to settle in, whether you're stretching out on soft grass, the beach, or your favourite lookout.
Next comes the cosy factor. Add a soft Boho Throw Blanket for warmth and texture. Scatter a few comfy cushions around and suddenly nobody wants to leave.
The more inviting your setup feels, the longer everyone will happily linger.
Step 03Pack Food That Does the Hard Work for You
The secret to a relaxed picnic? Do all the prep before you leave home.
Slice the fruit, make the sandwiches and pack everything into leakproof containers. Future you will be very grateful.
Our picnic favourites include:
- Fresh pre-cut fruit
- Sandwiches or wraps
- Sweet or savoury muffins
- A grazing board loaded with cheeses, crackers, cured meats, olives and dips
- Veggie sticks with hommus
- A little something sweet, because every picnic deserves dessert
Keep everything fresh inside insulated food bags with ice packs, or bring an esky or portable fridge if you're making a day of it.
If you've ever shared your snacks with one too many flies, you'll know portable fly fans are worth their weight in gold.
Don't forget the beautiful bits too. Reusable drink bottles, stylish tumblers, serving bowls, plates, cutlery and a couple of tea towels make everything feel effortlessly put together.
Step 04Add the Fun Extras
Now for the things that turn a lovely picnic into an unforgettable one.
- Pop a small bunch of fresh flowers into a jar for an instant centrepiece
- Bring a portable speaker and create a playlist that matches the mood
- Pack a board game or a deck of cards for a little friendly competition
Planning to stay until sunset?
Pack a few battery-operated candles or fairy lights. As daylight fades, they'll create the dreamiest little glow that makes everyone want to stay for "just another half hour."
Step 05Soak up the Moment
Take a deep breath. Pour yourself a drink.
Chat, laugh, graze, play cards, tell stories and simply enjoy being together.
And while you're making memories, don't forget to snap a few photos. The grazing board, the cosy picnic setup, the sunset, the happy faces. They're the little moments you'll love looking back on.
Step 06Leave Nothing Behind but Happy Memories
When the picnic winds down, leave your beautiful spot just as you found it.
Pack a simple clean-up kit with:
- Wet wipes
- Tea towels
- A rubbish bag
- Spare containers for leftovers
A quick tidy-up only takes a few minutes and helps keep our favourite outdoor spaces beautiful for everyone to enjoy.
Step 01Here's to Long Afternoons & Good Company
The perfect picnic isn't about having the fanciest setup or the biggest spread. It's about slowing down, sharing great food, enjoying the fresh air and making memories with the people you love.
So, grab your picnic rug, throw in your favourite blanket, pack plenty of snacks and chase the sunshine.
Because the best summer days are often the simplest ones... and they'll be the ones you're still talking about long after the picnic is over.
Ready to pack yours?