Sip some wine (or tequila) with your girlfriends in the sailing capital of the world, and the perfect destination for your next girls weekend: Newport, Rhode Island. In the heart of Rhode Island's “classic coast” you can choose your own adventure. If you’ve never been to Newport, it’s time to go!
Grab your cowgirl boots, hat, and best-fitting jeans. If you and your girls are looking to have a blast exploring a city on your girls weekend, look no further than the energetic streets of Nashville, Tennessee!
Pete and I were married at Chimney Rock Winery in Napa, and the next day we were on our honeymoon traveling down Pacific Coast Highway. Monterey was our first stop. Though I was there as a newlywed, I highly recommend it as a magical way to relax and reset with your girlfriends.
You won’t be sorry either when you and your Dirty-Dancing-loving friends take your next getaway to Lake Lure in NC, and attempt your version of the swan lift in the very same spot that Johnny and Baby did! Located just 26 miles from Asheville in the Hickory Nut Gorge, Lake Lure is the perfect spot for a relaxing weekend.
Calling ALL aspiring cowgirls! Are you and your girlfriends jonesing for a unique experience, and bored by the thought of lying on the beach? Here’s an idea--go to Montana for “glamping” at a luxury dude ranch. Ride with cowboys and cook your food over an open fire, all while experiencing some of the best spas, culinary concoctions, and sports activities.
Bar Harbor, Maine...with a name like that, sign me up sista! It’s perfect if you are looking for a non-traditional girls weekend getaway that’s filled with charm. From the incredible hikes, lighthouses, and blueberry heaven, it’s easy to fall in love with Bar Harbor, Maine. Nearly every corner has a cute lobster shack, an adorable bed and breakfast, or charming mom and pop shop.
Did someone say, “Roll Tide!?” If you’re looking for a turquoise-water and sugar-sand beach that’s a little more accessible than Santorini—please tell me who isn’t—consider one of the country’s best kept secrets: Orange Beach, Alabama.
