New "Retro Rebate" makes outdoor getaways more affordable than ever, tapping into 80s nostalgia and today's demand for budget-friendly travel
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 7, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- This summer, outdoor travel platform Campspot is helping travelers escape rising costs by turning back the clock, with no DeLorean required.
For one day only, on July 15, Campspot will offer a $40 "Retro Rebate" on qualified bookings made through its app. This limited-time offer drops the average current nightly campsite cost from $60 to just $20, the same rate Americans were paying back in 1985.
With affordability driving traveler decisions this summer, the Retro Rebate campaign is not only timely, but also brings to life two of Campspot's top travel insights for 2025.
(Re)Creation Vacation – According to Campspot's annual trend research, 72% of campers said a desire for simpler times would influence their 2025 travel planning. The 1980s ranked as the top decade travelers wish they could revisit, with unplugged experiences like campfire cooking, analog adventures, and family downtime leading the list.
Pop-Up Escapes – Today's travelers are ditching expensive, long-haul vacations in favor of quick, local getaways this season. In Campspot's 2025 summer survey, 76% of campers said they expect to spend under $500 on travel, and many are turning to short-notice trips as a way to stay flexible and cost-conscious.
"People want the freedom and fun of summer without the cost and complexity of it," said Jeff Bettin, General Manager, Marketplace at Campspot. "The Retro Rebate is our way of letting travelers chase that 80s-style escape, both emotionally and financially."
How It Works:
- Book: Make a qualifying reservation through the Campspot app on July 15, with a minimum booking of $60.
- Submit: Complete a short rebate form in the app after booking. Rebates are limited to the first 250 submissions on July 15.
- Stay: Travel must take place between July 15 and August 15, 2025.
- Get Paid: Receive a $40 Visa gift card after completing your stay.
The Retro Rebate is more than just a discount. It's a one-day-only, nostalgia-fueled throwback to simpler summer escapes.
"Everyone's looking for a break these days, in more ways than one, and many are longing for those carefree, nostalgic summers they used to have," said Carolin Fuller, Director of Consumer Marketing at Campspot. "Although we can't offer real time travel, we can bring prices from the past into today so people can enjoy the simple, memorable adventures that made their childhoods so special."
To take advantage of this unique offer, download the Campspot app before July 15.
About Campspot
Campspot is the go-to booking platform for RV, tent, and glamping sites across North America. With a simple and user-friendly app, campers can discover and reserve sites at thousands of parks, from family-friendly spots to secluded getaways. Whether you're looking to plan a weekend trip or an epic adventure, Campspot helps you find your perfect destination and book your stay with ease.
Media Contact
Carolin Fuller, Campspot, 1 (616) 226-5500, [email protected], campspot.com
SOURCE Campspot
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