Is your wedding, or the pending nuptials of a close friend, in your near future? Looking for a unique way to gather the girls for one last hurrah without the, ahem, questionable shaped straws? Over the years, more than likely, your besties have disbursed to different cities around the country. So, rather than gathering in the same old city, why not plan a destination bachelorette party? Here are 5 locations for the ultimate bachelorette weekend:
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Did someone say vineyard party? – Photo by GettingStamped.com
Boozy good times in Wine Country
Wine not? Nothing says girls weekend better than surrounding yourselves with wine. Sonoma has over 425 wineries to sip wine and celebrate with the girls and is the perfect choice for a relaxed bachelorette party surrounded by low-key vineyards in a stunning setting. Base yourselves in the charming little town of Healdsburg, full of tasting rooms and cute little shops. For a fuller experience, book rooms at one of the many vineyards and never stay too far from a steady supply of wine. For a little side trip, grab a few bottles and head out to the coast. Only a short 45-minute drive from Sonoma Valley, Pacific Coast Highway is a great place for a boozy picnic.
No city on earth parties harder than New York City – Phot by GettingStamped.com
Big city shopping in NYC
For a more action-packed bachelorette party, head to New York City—the epicenter of fashion and shopping. Sightsee and shop during the day; when night falls there’s no shortage of nightlife to suit any group. Be sure to pick your neighborhood based on the style of either bride or group. Brooklyn nabes like Williamsburg and Greenpoint are trending right now, Midtown is the quintessential shopping district and free spirits should try the East Village. Wherever you end up, as long as you have the girls around you, you can’t help but have a blast in NYC (well, being close to a subwaystop does help!).
It doesn’t get too much more relaxed than Sedona |Flickr CC: CEBImagery
Chill out in Sedona
Take it down a few notches and bring the girls on a spa weekend to the tranquil southwest. The quiet desert around Sedona has become the go-to place for rejuvenating retreats. Spend your days undoing the damage of modern life and rewind to the time when the girls all met. In the evenings, gather around a table at one of the many fine dining options in the city and catch up over bottles of nice wine. Sedona is a great option for spring and fall parties when the weather is near perfect. The Amara Resort & Spa offers tons of activities geared toward groups of ladies.
Bring your boots, it’s about to get campy |Flickr CC: Ranch Seeker
Out West glamping trip
Bring the girls out into the woods, in luxury of course, for a memorable bachelorette party. Give everyone an excuse to pack their boots and a reason to shop for some stylish outdoorsy gear. With the current popularity of camping in style, lodges and glamp-grounds are springing up across the country. Go for a location that has some sights nearby to fill your days and make some lasting memories such as Basecamp in South Lake Tahoe. Wherever you end up, as long as there are s’mores and wine, it will be a good time. An epic girls glamping trip will be one for the books.
Welcome to Miami, a bachelorette Party hotspot | Flickr CC: Bryan Sereny
Miami
This perennial girls getaway favorite has everything you need for the perfect destination bachelorette party: beaches, clubs and cuisine. Have the girls hop a plane to one of the most lively cities in the country. From ultra luxe accommodations like the Fontainebleau to cheap chic hot spots like the Freehand (don’t miss the Broken Shaker!), there’s something for every budget. A bit of sunshine is good anytime of the year, but a Miami weekend is best fall through springtime.
