Girls' Weekend Getaways

Whether it's a birthday trip, bachelorette party or an impromptu vacation, here are 7 great ideas ideas to get you and your closest girlfriends on your way.

A Foodie Weekend in Portland

If you and your girls want to explore new cuisine, head to Portland, Oregon. It was named one of the top food cities in the nation by The Washington Post. Its wine, coffee and craft beer are locally made and top quality, which takes you a long way toward foodie heaven. For a flavorful IPA or crisp lager, try Level Beer, which boasts a variety of barn-brewed craft beer. And those fleets of exotic food trucks, in addition to the farm-to-table restaurants, offer a rainbow of flavorful possibilities. With gorgeou shiking trails, miles of bike lanes and superb kayaking, as well as several great museums, Portland makes for a delightful (and delicious) girls weekend getaway.

A Beach Weekend in Siesta Key

Take flight over the blue waters of Florida on your next girlfriends' getaway

When the beach-bug bites, head straight for hotels near Siesta Beach on the barrier island Siesta Key. Located on Florida's Gulf Coast near Sarasota, Siesta Key also offers tropical flowers, banyan trees and mangrove forests where nesting wading birds raise their young. If you and your friends get tired of lying on silky sand, you can parasail, watch dolphins, fish and jet ski with the help of Siesta Key Watersports. Or pick up a cute outfit or pair of shoes at one of Siesta Key's many trendy boutiques like Casa del Sol or Marmelade Salon and Boutique.

A Culture Weekend in the Big Apple

If you and your friends are into sightseeing, art and entertainment, you'll love a weekend getaway in the culture capital of the country, New York City. Reserve tickets to a Broadway play before you leave home to make sure you get to see one of your top picks. Once you’re in the Big Apple, make time to stroll Manhattan's Museum Mile—and when you get to the Met, don't miss the magnificent Temple of Dendur, an ancient Egyptian temple. The Museum of Modern Art and the Guggenheim also make the "don't miss" list. And of course, you’ll want to go to the top of the Empire State Building, admire the Statute of Liberty and stroll through the expansive Central Park.

A Cowgirl's Only Weekend in Nashville

Over the last few years, Nashville has really taken off as one of the most fun weekend getaways for girlfriends who just want to let their hair down and shake it all out. Honky Tonk Highway on lower Broadway is where you'll find live music, cowgirls in their best boots and, of course, some of the best cocktails and craft beer in town. Aside from all that fun, there's also a rich history in Nashville that is alive and well. Grand Ole Opry still records live shows showcasing country music's biggest stars. Or get lost wandering the halls of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum with interactive music experiences like songwriting sessions and acoustic shows. 

An Outdoor Adventure Weekend in Anchorage

Fishing in Alaska can be fun for an adventurous group of girlfriends.

Ready for great scenery and outdoor adventures? A perfect girls' weekend getaway for nature lovers takes you north to Alaska's biggest city, Anchorage. Alaska is near the top of the worldwide list for wildlife viewing. You can see moose munching plants along Anchorage city streets, but for bear viewing, drive to nearby Chugach. If you visit in summer, you and your gal pals can go fishing in one of Anchorage's many rivers and streams by hiring a knowledgeable fishing guide like the Bait Shack. During winter getaways, try your hand at dog sledding or downhill skiing at Alyeska ski area. To explore glaciers and go whale watching, head to Kenai Fjords National Park, or take a train up to Fairbanks and catch a glimpse of the midnight sun. The sky's the limit in Alaska for adventurous women.

An Artsy Weekend in Denver

Not many consider Denver to be the first place to seek out the newest in arts and music, but the Mile High City just might surprise you. MCA Denver, also known as the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, is the city's hot spot for creative expression. With new exhibitions popping up every few months and its central location in the heart of Denver, you and your girlfriends are bound to be inspired by the city's deep rooted artistic flair. In the summer, be sure to secure tickets to a world-class music act at the iconic Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater. Once you've had your fill of artistic acts, lay back and unwind at one of the day spas, like Woodhouse Spa, offering massages, facials, manicures and waxing.

A Wine Tasting Weekend in Napa

If the way you like to wind down with your besties is with a glass of vino, there's no better place to "wine down" than Napa, California. Since it's one of the most adored wine regions in the country, you'll find many hotels in Napa are convenient to tasting rooms and foodie-worthy restaurants. But the easiest (and most fun and memorable) way to experience Napa is by bike. A quick stop to pick up a bike rental from Napa Valley Bike Tours will give your group the greatest flexiblity to visit wineries at your leisure while taking in Northern California's beautiful countryside. Be sure to stop by Oxbow Public Market to put together a picnic basket with your favorite cheese, fruit and savory snacks to enjoy between wine tastings.