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Tastes change, and so does Las Vegas, but it’s still one of the top destinations in the U.S. for bachelorette party trips. It has been No. 1 for decades, but now Nashville, Tennessee, and Scottsdale, Arizona, have jumped to the top of the heap, and that’s why born-and-raised Las Vegan Bri Steck, founder and CEO of Girls Night Out Getaways (girlsnightoutgetaways.com), expanded her business beyond Sin City.
But Vegas has stuff those other cities will never have. If you’re looking for a once-in-a-lifetime bachelorette party—or if you’re a resident who’s been put in charge of planning one for a visiting friend—it’s tough to beat the varied experience available here. Luckily, Steck is happy to provide some important tips to start the process.
Begin with the budget.
Girls Night Out Getaways pre-negotiates each piece of its party plans so clients book everything and pay the complete cost to one company, even including gratuity. It’s convenient, but more importantly for the party crew, it guarantees there will be no surprises. “You want to determine the budget ahead of time and you should be mindful of everybody in the group, because it’s likely only the bride will know everyone who’s invited,” says Steck. “If you piece everything together by yourself, it’s harder to stay on budget. If you work with us, we’ll help you stay on track.”
Split up the financial planning into categories like flights and hotel rooms, activities, and spending cash. And make sure everyone is aware of what they’ll be spending before you start the party.
If you’re not a Vegas expert, find one.
Natives like Steck and newcomers can agree: The entertainment options in Las Vegas can be overwhelming. “You can go on social media to get ideas, but everyone makes everything look amazing on social,” she says. “The only way to know how to get the most amazing experience is from somebody who knows the city.” With a constant cycle of new restaurants, clubs and shows, it’s hard to keep your finger on the pulse. A planner, a friend in the hospitality industry or even a savvy longtime local can help with recommendations for specific experiences that suit your tastes, like the best sushi or speakeasy.
There’s a reason the classics are still thriving.
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Thunder From Down Under at Excalibur remains the most popular show booking for Girls Night Out Getaways, so if your bachelorette group is interested in a tried-and-true male revue, go for it. And a big Vegas nightclub experience—or afternoon at a party-ready dayclub—is another can’t-miss option, no matter your posse’s style. “Vegas is known for amazing nightclubs and DJs, so even if you’re getting married at 40, it’s still going to be fun go see the Chainsmokers at XS,” says Steck. “What might be different is the experience. A younger bride might just get into the club and do her own thing, and other brides are going to have a table and bottle service.”
Limit the party leadership.
“The bachelorette and the maid of honor should make the final decisions,” Steck says. “Don’t give everyone in the group all the options. You kind of have to present the itinerary, because everyone is going to have an opinion and you’re never going to get things solidified.”
Build in some downtime.
A bachelorette group is almost always a group of friends that don’t all know each other, because they probably come from different eras of the bride’s life. “You have childhood friends, college friends, new friends from work, and everybody’s coming together and you don’t know if the personalities are going to get along,” Steck says. “That’s how bachelorettes are different from girls’ trips. So it’s important to have some open space. You don’t want a jam-packed schedule, and you can also make some things optional, like shopping or a spa day.”
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