Bachelorette Party: Weekend Getaway with the Girls

Gone are the days of the one night only bachelorette party. Dinner, drinks and "adult entertainment" have given way to extravagant weekend-long getaways. Today's women are looking for out-of-the-box ideas that their friends haven't already done. Throw an unforgettable Bachelorette Party with our list of fun weekend getaways with the girls.

BIKINI BOOT CAMP

Instead of spending a weekend downing drinks and calorie-laden restaurant meals, get active! Get the bride and her maids in shape with a bikini boot camp weekend. It is the ultimate way to experience fun and bonding while combating calories to get in top wedding shape.

Planning

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Take a Long Weekend: Ask the bridesmaids and bride-to-be to take off a Friday and a Monday to make for a nice four day weekend. This will give you enough time to relax, bond, exercise and enjoy a mini-vacation.
• The Right Vibe: Choose a retreat whose philosophy is in sync with your group - some places are hard-core detox and exercise boot camps, while others are more low-key and laid back.

• Lots of Options: If some girls are all about pampering while others love intense workouts, pick a place where you can choose your daily activities. The Oaks at Ojai, California is a great a-la-carte spa where each girl can tailor her trip to her tastes.
  

The Ultimate Bikini Bootcamp

If you have a longer time frame, plan the ultimate Bachelorette Week at eco-chic resort Casa Magna. Located on pristine beaches in Tulum, Mexico, Casa Magna offers a 6 day cleanse and exercise program. Originally built as Pablo Escobar's seaside mansion, the scenery and accommodations are so beautiful you'll forget all about hard work you're putting in.

A WEEKEND OF INDULGENCE

If your group is more pamper-me than detox-and-diet, a Bachelorette weekend of indulgence is the perfect pick. Indulge in great food, delicious cocktails and pampering with your favorite girls.

Ideas & Activities:

• Spend Saturday being chauffeured from vineyard to vineyard, tasting regional wines and dining on gourmet meals.

• Continue the festivities after dinner, and hit the local hot spots for a girls night out to remember.

• Nurse your hangovers at a big (mimosa-laced) brunch the next morning.

• Top off the indulgence by booking treatments at a local spa for all the girls. You'll feel rested, relaxed and rejuvenated after last night's debauchery.
  

West Coast Destinations

For Prime West Coast Spots, head to California's Napa Valley. World renowned for its local vineyards, restaurants and spas, it's the perfect place to immerse yourself in the art of indulgence.

If you're closer to Southern California, Santa Barbara or Temecula are equally fun destinations. Santa Barbara's allure is the gorgeous coastline, but Temecula's warmer weather is ideal for sun-bathing almost year-round.

East Coast Destinations

From Lake Erie to Long Island, New York wine country spans the state. The Finger Lakes region has offers over 9,000 acres of vineyards, while the Hudson River Valley has a smaller assortment specializing mainly in white variety grapes. Either option is a great place to enjoy fine wines and bond with the girls. Check out our Prime East Coast Spots below.

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