Some of the best times I've had with my girlfriend's have involved sleepovers @ hotels where it was potluck, board games, swimming, music, dancing and laughter.
Has anyone here ever hosted a 5-7 day cruise? Was it a stressful or smooth experience for you? That's kind of something I'd like to propose. I know I want to go parasailing, kayaking, ziplining, snorkeling etc.
I know we'll be going to NYC for a day trip soon. I'm a native NY'er so I'm wondering about NJ and MD too as day trips since they're all under or around 2hrs of distance. I just don't know where to look because I don't visit either often.
I know what I consider to be fun but what fun ideas have you ladies had amongst your girlfriend's?
Mary - I enjoyed your suggestions of Boston and AAA. Will look into both!
Osohapi - Yes, cruises offer so much. I've experienced two thus far. So much fun!
Beaver - Vegas sounds like a winner. I'm wondering if I can endure a 6hr flight lol. Won't know unless I try :-)
Mamazita - Did you know the cruises offer miniature golf, casinos/gambling, rock wall climbing, exercise facilities, comedy shows, ice sculpture shows, live music entertainment, karaoke and more? And that doesn't include all the ports you'll visit for shopping, sight seeing and activities. Anyone who's on a cruise to eat and lay around isn't getting anything close to their money's worth.
Well, I have never done anything with my girlfriends other than shopping, movies and eating out. lol So taking 5-7 days together...I have no idea.
However, my husband and I went on 3 cruises last year and have paid for one for us and the kids over fall break this year. We LOVE them! Everything is paid for and easy and so many things to do. So if you can do this, a cruise is what I'd do. Good luck and have fun!
The Jersey shore is great for swimming and other water sports, and if you can go mid-week you won't hit as much traffic. The drive can be brutal because the beaches are on barrier islands reached by causeways. But there are plenty of choices, from Cape May up to Atlantic City/Ocean City.
NYC is tough in the summer unless you enjoy restaurants, museums, night life and cultural opportunities, which are mostly air conditioned (plus stuff outdoors in the evening at parks and so on). There are zillions of those so lots to choose from. It's hard to suggest options without knowing more about your group.
Speaking from personal experience, I'd say that Boston is fantastic if you want a city on the water, and much easier to get around in because it's small. It's farther from Philly but I don't know where your friends live so maybe it makes sense.
We've also done an inn in a rural area like NH with access to store outlets and walking out on the rocks in a lovely river, if that floats your boat. They always have canoeing, kayaking, and in some places, white water rafting.
If you're a AAA member, why not work with their free travel service?
Wow I have done many girlfriend dates and overnights, and VERY few three/four day trips (like maybe three in twenty years?) simply because all my friends have jobs and/or kids. Trying to get everyone's schedule in sync is like trying to plan a lunar landing!
If you can manage to get all of your friends to go away at the same time I'd go to NYC or a beach resort, something in the Caribbean if you're on the east coast. Cruises seem boring to me, and expensive for what you get. But I guess if you like eating and drinking all day, sitting around a lot and third class entertainment it probably would be fun.
I have done a girls trip to Vegas, that was fun. We usually do a group camping trip each summer. We are each responsible for 1-2 meals. We hang out at the beach, do some canoeing, have drinks by the fire etc. Otherwise we do spa days or movie nights.
