Agritourism
Started by Nicholas Doyle2 · · 👁 9 views · 188 replies
#142 ·
I’m dying to know—have any of you actually been there? And if so, where exactly did you end up going?
I want the full scoop on your vibes and what you ended up paying.
I’ve been low-key obsessing over heading down to California to check out those authentic little cottages and all that stuff. Honestly, the whole idea sounds amazing, but man, the prices during peak season look absolutely insane. Might just hold off and swing through in the fall instead.😉
I want the full scoop on your vibes and what you ended up paying.
I’ve been low-key obsessing over heading down to California to check out those authentic little cottages and all that stuff. Honestly, the whole idea sounds amazing, but man, the prices during peak season look absolutely insane. Might just hold off and swing through in the fall instead.😉
#143 ·
Betty White3 said:Anyone know someone with some land that'd actually work for Agritourism anywhere in America?
😍😍😍
Yeah, I hear you... what exactly are you looking for? Like, what kind of services or setup are you dreaming up?👍
Feel free to shoot me a private message!
#144 ·
Hey there!
I’m starting this new thread because I really wanted to chat a bit about this whole agritourism thing... I mean, I spent way too much time surfing the web, and honestly, I couldn't find any decent takes on it anywhere. So, I figured I'd just start a conversation here and hopefully, we can get some good ideas flowing.👍
I’m starting this new thread because I really wanted to chat a bit about this whole agritourism thing... I mean, I spent way too much time surfing the web, and honestly, I couldn't find any decent takes on it anywhere. So, I figured I'd just start a conversation here and hopefully, we can get some good ideas flowing.👍
#145 ·
Dennis Thomas80 said:Hey there!
I’m starting this new thread because I really wanted to chat a bit about this whole agritourism thing... I mean, I spent way too much time surfing the web, and honestly, I couldn't find any decent takes on it anywhere. So, I figured I'd just start a conversation here and hopefully, we can get some good ideas flowing.👍
So, we went on an outing today and ended up paying an extra $15 to get out of there, even though I'd already picked up a voucher through a group chat worth $30... basically, I spent about $35 just to get five cevapi, a slice of pork, some bacon, and sausage (that was part of the voucher deal via their service)... then on top of that, there was a soda, half a liter of sparkling water, five slices of bread, soup for two, chicken nuggets, fries, and some pretty intense rice (that’s where that extra $15 went)... Honestly, I’m not even mad about getting ripped off like that, if I’m being real, I kind of wanted to 🙂🙂🙂:asshole:.. but yeah, they didn't spot me doing anything crazy that fast....
I mean, the concept sounds great, but it’s like typical American behavior—something always goes sideways and then everyone starts pinching pennies on everything. It turns into that whole "selling your soul for a nickel" vibe... (yeah, yeah, I know, prices are high, blah blah blah).
Anyway, if you actually want to see a deer, take a quick five-minute carriage ride, and buzz past a stinky lake that attracts every mosquito in the state, go for it! go go go!🤣..
Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me!🧐
RATING: 2/5
#146 ·
Over the last six months, I’ve been dragged through a mountain of weddings, christenings, and similar celebrations—most of which took place at these "agritourism" farms tucked away in the outskirts of Washington, D.C.
There is one glaring commonality among them all: stinginess. They pinch pennies on everything, from the quality of the soup to the basic amenities. At one spot near Kašin, we actually got ripped off because we weren't paying close enough attention to what was being tallied on the bill, so I’d strongly suggest everyone stays sharp regarding that .
The prices are absolutely brutal everywhere; there isn't a single place you could call "budget-friendly." And if you happen to need a simple glass of water for a child, your best bet is the self-service station by the restroom—and even then, you’ll likely spend an eternity trying to explain to the waiter that you just want an empty, clean glass.
Then there was this other much-hyped farm near Krapina—a place that is physically a nightmare to reach, presumably because all the banks in America have their own private feeding troughs out there—where I witnessed the shortest, most overpriced pony ride for kids in history. Exactly sixty seconds! All for the price of $6.75. It would have been fine if we hadn't spent an hour and a half waiting for what was promised as this "spectacular" event; the kids were probably expecting to meet God or something.
Secondly, I haven't quite figured out how these places qualify as "farms." The food tastes like it was plucked straight from a shopping mall, and the surrounding land doesn't grow anything except maybe some ornamental cypress and a few potted begonias. Aside from the fact that you are physically located in a rural area (if you can even call it that, since nobody who actually lives in the countryside seems to work there), there is zero connection to farm life. When I asked where all that poultry being slaughtered daily actually comes from, the waitress told me it's raised somewhere else and suggested I ask the owner—but, wouldn't you know it, the owner had already headed into Washington, D.C. for supplies 🙂.
At any rate, it feels to me—at least regarding these spots around Washington, D.C. and Krapina—that it's all just smoke and mirrors for the uninitiated. It's a manufactured "retro" vibe, playing up this whole "return to nature" trend, when in reality, you can't see the village or the wilderness for the smog, and you end up throwing money away just for the aesthetic. Don't even get me started on the crowds, though I suppose I can't blame them for that. I'm not saying it's all terrible—it isn't—but it could be significantly better. It really could.
There is one glaring commonality among them all: stinginess. They pinch pennies on everything, from the quality of the soup to the basic amenities. At one spot near Kašin, we actually got ripped off because we weren't paying close enough attention to what was being tallied on the bill, so I’d strongly suggest everyone stays sharp regarding that .
The prices are absolutely brutal everywhere; there isn't a single place you could call "budget-friendly." And if you happen to need a simple glass of water for a child, your best bet is the self-service station by the restroom—and even then, you’ll likely spend an eternity trying to explain to the waiter that you just want an empty, clean glass.
Then there was this other much-hyped farm near Krapina—a place that is physically a nightmare to reach, presumably because all the banks in America have their own private feeding troughs out there—where I witnessed the shortest, most overpriced pony ride for kids in history. Exactly sixty seconds! All for the price of $6.75. It would have been fine if we hadn't spent an hour and a half waiting for what was promised as this "spectacular" event; the kids were probably expecting to meet God or something.
Secondly, I haven't quite figured out how these places qualify as "farms." The food tastes like it was plucked straight from a shopping mall, and the surrounding land doesn't grow anything except maybe some ornamental cypress and a few potted begonias. Aside from the fact that you are physically located in a rural area (if you can even call it that, since nobody who actually lives in the countryside seems to work there), there is zero connection to farm life. When I asked where all that poultry being slaughtered daily actually comes from, the waitress told me it's raised somewhere else and suggested I ask the owner—but, wouldn't you know it, the owner had already headed into Washington, D.C. for supplies 🙂.
At any rate, it feels to me—at least regarding these spots around Washington, D.C. and Krapina—that it's all just smoke and mirrors for the uninitiated. It's a manufactured "retro" vibe, playing up this whole "return to nature" trend, when in reality, you can't see the village or the wilderness for the smog, and you end up throwing money away just for the aesthetic. Don't even get me started on the crowds, though I suppose I can't blame them for that. I'm not saying it's all terrible—it isn't—but it could be significantly better. It really could.
#147 ·
I might not be the most qualified expert to weigh in here, but I honestly have nothing but praise for Kurija Žunec near the Suburban City, USA, and Lojzek's House just outside of Marija Bistrica...
#148 ·
Jamie Palmer said:Over the last six months, I’ve been dragged through a mountain of weddings, christenings, and similar celebrations—most of which took place at these "agritourism" farms tucked away in the outskirts of Washington, D.C.
There is one glaring commonality among them all: stinginess. They pinch pennies on everything, from the quality of the soup to the basic amenities. At one spot near Kašin, we actually got ripped off because we weren't paying close enough attention to what was being tallied on the bill, so I’d strongly suggest everyone stays sharp regarding that .
The prices are absolutely brutal everywhere; there isn't a single place you could call "budget-friendly." And if you happen to need a simple glass of water for a child, your best bet is the self-service station by the restroom—and even then, you’ll likely spend an eternity trying to explain to the waiter that you just want an empty, clean glass.
Then there was this other much-hyped farm near Krapina—a place that is physically a nightmare to reach, presumably because all the banks in America have their own private feeding troughs out there—where I witnessed the shortest, most overpriced pony ride for kids in history. Exactly sixty seconds! All for the price of $6.75. It would have been fine if we hadn't spent an hour and a half waiting for what was promised as this "spectacular" event; the kids were probably expecting to meet God or something.
Secondly, I haven't quite figured out how these places qualify as "farms." The food tastes like it was plucked straight from a shopping mall, and the surrounding land doesn't grow anything except maybe some ornamental cypress and a few potted begonias. Aside from the fact that you are physically located in a rural area (if you can even call it that, since nobody who actually lives in the countryside seems to work there), there is zero connection to farm life. When I asked where all that poultry being slaughtered daily actually comes from, the waitress told me it's raised somewhere else and suggested I ask the owner—but, wouldn't you know it, the owner had already headed into Washington, D.C. for supplies 🙂.
At any rate, it feels to me—at least regarding these spots around Washington, D.C. and Krapina—that it's all just smoke and mirrors for the uninitiated. It's a manufactured "retro" vibe, playing up this whole "return to nature" trend, when in reality, you can't see the village or the wilderness for the smog, and you end up throwing money away just for the aesthetic. Don't even get me started on the crowds, though I suppose I can't blame them for that. I'm not saying it's all terrible—it isn't—but it could be significantly better. It really could.
I agree with most of that.
"Farm" is just a location; you can buy everything else at the nearest convenience store.
Shout out to the rare exceptions, though.
#152 ·
urbandrifter4 said:Yeah.
Fair enough, but do you actually have the vision and the drive, or do you perhaps have the assets or the capital to back it up?
#153 ·
Chris Morris79 said:Fair enough, but do you actually have the vision and the drive, or do you perhaps have the assets or the capital to back it up?
The assets, the idea, and the drive are all there—it's just the capital that's missing. :-/
#154 ·
What’s actually essential when you’re looking to get into agritourism? Peace, quiet, being friendly, maybe some home-cooked meals... But honestly, everyone in this business ends up looking more or less the same. How do you actually stand out in this field? What are people finding in agritourism elsewhere that we aren't offering here?
Looking for your experiences and thoughts.
Looking for your experiences and thoughts.
#155 ·
vividwolf19 said:The assets, the idea, and the drive are all there—it's just the capital that's missing. :-/
Honestly, same here...
anyone out there sitting on some extra capital they don't need?!?😁
#156 ·
Thomas Stewart3 said:What’s actually essential when you’re looking to get into agritourism? Peace, quiet, being friendly, maybe some home-cooked meals... But honestly, everyone in this business ends up looking more or less the same. How do you actually stand out in this field? What are people finding in agritourism elsewhere that we aren't offering here?
Looking for your experiences and thoughts.
Well, it’s not just about that.
You should organize ways for them to actually jump in and help with the daily chores on the farm. People coming out to the country don't just want peace and quiet—they want to experience something new, something they never get to touch in the middle of all that city chaos.
Picking fruit, milking cows, tending to the animals, feeding them, stuff like that...
Just sleeping and sitting around doing nothing gets old pretty fast... 😁
#158 ·
So, I headed out to the CRNKO Agritourism farm a few months back—not sure if any of you have heard of it—with the Pavletić agency, and I’ve gotta say, we had an absolute blast 🙂
We walked our tails off, too; my legs were actually throbbing for five days straight afterward (hey, age catches up to you eventually, right?) 🙂🙂
Bottom line: I highly recommend it. The farm is gorgeous—you honestly feel like you've stepped right into some historical fairy tale. The nature there is just stunning. Seriously, SUPER!!
We walked our tails off, too; my legs were actually throbbing for five days straight afterward (hey, age catches up to you eventually, right?) 🙂🙂
Bottom line: I highly recommend it. The farm is gorgeous—you honestly feel like you've stepped right into some historical fairy tale. The nature there is just stunning. Seriously, SUPER!!
#159 ·
I’m looking for some help here... my boyfriend and I are planning to head out somewhere in March for maybe a week or even just a few days—basically just a little getaway to escape the city grind. I was wondering if anyone might have some recommendations for a spot or a place to stay that won't absolutely break the bank? I’d be seriously grateful. Just so you know, we're coming from Washington, D.C., so I'm not really looking for anything super far away; I just honestly need to get away from the urban chaos for a bit. Thanks so much!
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#160 ·
Dennis Thomas80 said:Hey there!
I’m starting this new thread because I really wanted to chat a bit about this whole agritourism thing... I mean, I spent way too much time surfing the web, and honestly, I couldn't find any decent takes on it anywhere. So, I figured I'd just start a conversation here and hopefully, we can get some good ideas flowing.👍
A guy and I visited about three weeks ago. It was lovely. There's a lake and woods nearby, plus a huge meadow, a soccer field, and a ping-pong table. We had a great meal and drinks for $40 total. We even got dessert—apple pie! There were plenty of kids running around, which created a really nice vibe. We loved it and will definitely go back. Maybe we'll host a christening there one day or something similar.
The only downside was that their restroom wasn't working properly since there was no running water.
We actually considered this location for a wedding, but they aren't quite at that level yet. You'd have to rent most of the catering separately, so we moved on from that idea. However, for a day trip, especially with kids, I highly recommend it.
Also, you should definitely call ahead. They serve lunch at a specific time—1:00 PM. At least, that was the case when we visited.