Q&A with Allie Owens, Owner of The Wild Opal

Some of the best life journeys and vacation experiences with others have centered on the joy of camping, even when enjoying the great outdoors meant roughing it. Today, a popular trend called “glamping” means to go camping, but with nontraditional accommodations that include the many comforts and luxuries of home. Owner of The Wild Opal, Wichitan Allie Owens, offers an array of exciting and unique glamorous camping opportunities everyone can enjoy, either in a setting close to nature or close to home.

Q. Describe the glamping experience offered by The Wild Opal?

A. The Wild Opal owns a fully glamped-out camper trailer, and will take a glamper to any location within Wichita and surrounding areas and personally haul and hook up the camper. The camper can be parked on personal property for family gatherings, set up at an area lake and campsite for a weekend getaway or just about anywhere where it is legal to park a camper trailer for an outing. We get many requests to park the camper at weddings, special events and at parties for private use. 

For those interested in a more low-key glamping "staycation,” or for individuals or families simply passing through Wichita on their travels and needing a place to stay, the camper is perfect for short, more casual stays and can be booked separately through the popular website airbnb.com. For those types of overnight rentals, the Wild Opal camper remains stationed and parked on a personal property centrally located in Wichita.

Q. What’s unique about the experience you offer campers? 

A. The Wild Opal is literally a mobile venue on wheels, uniquely crafted for an atmosphere of celebration, connection or tranquility — or all the above! We offer a unique range of stay and rental options, including four-hour pop-up gatherings, bridal rentals, 24-hour stays, weekend getaways, nightly rates and on-site rentals. Our customers can expect to find an array of packages and options to suit their needs and wishes for a luxurious and fun getaway. Our glamper trailer does come complete with a fully functioning bathroom, shower, water, electric and air-conditioning for our guest’s comfort. We also offer personalized decor and packages depending on the renter's needs, which can include a glammed-out seating area with rugs, pillows and chairs, an awning with a pop of lights and even outdoor yard games.

Q. What do campers need to leave behind that they might typically bring?

A. Unless renters want to add tents on the property for extra guests, nothing! We provide linens, pillows, blankets, towels, and even water toys and games for the kiddos. Just show up with your own personal clothing and toiletries. We take care of the rest, and even offer meal packages upon request.

Q. How does someone reserve a glamping experience with The Wild Opal?

A. For package options, pricing and reservations, go to our facebook page, send us an email or give us a call. Reservations and pricing for nightly camper rentals on personal property can be found on the Airbnb website by searching for camper or RV options in Wichita.

Q. What are your future business goals for The Wild Opal? 

A. Currently I am renovating another camper trailer designed to provide a more "rustic" vibe. We are aiming toward having an entire camper fleet that suits a wide array of renter's needs.