Calling all Maid of Honours! Have you been tasked with the seemingly impossible job of planning a memorable hen do for the bride-to-be? A hen do abroad could be the perfect solution!
Sun, sand and seriously boozy cocktails are always a great idea to mark the special occasion. Picking a crowd-pleasing destination can be tricky, but we’re here to help! Here’s some of our favourite destinations to dance the night away before those wedding bells ring.
Laganas, Zante
If you’re looking for a hen party destination filled with plenty of beaches to choose from, you won’t be disappointed by Zante. To make sure the drinks are flowing and the bride-to-be remains tipsy (…or very drunk!) throughout the holiday, Laganas is a great area to stay.
Known for its vibrant nightlife, Laganas is filled with a wide range of bars and nightclubs but for the days you fancy a quieter vibe, head to the white sandy beaches and enjoy a day of relaxing and topping up your tan.
Laganas is also known for its population of loggerhead turtles, so if you enjoy spotting wildlife while you’re away, pick up a pair or snorkels and paddle out to see. But remember, don’t get too close and make sure you respect the turtles’ habitat!
San Antonio, Ibiza
For the ultimate party hen do holiday, San Antonio Town is the place for you! The area is renowned for its nightlife, and is home to some of the world’s best clubs. There are also a handful of swanky restaurants and bars if you’re looking to splurge on a special evening.
Ibiza is the ultimate girls trip for party lovers, but if wild nights are not really your style, you can find plenty to do throughout the day with your bride tribe. Ibiza Old Town is a picturesque town filled with cobbled streets and quaint buildings. You can explore the rich history throughout the day and head back to San Antonio for a colourful cocktail fueled evening.
Marbella, Costa Del Sol
Marbella is considered a more classy girls holiday destination, with luxury bars and beach clubs serving bougie, top shelf drinks. It is the perfect hen weekend for ladies looking for a relaxing weekend by the pool with champagne on tap!
Often it can be hard to decide between a beach-based girls weekend or a city break, but seeing everything Marbella has to offer will definitely help to make up your mind. The area is much loved by celebrities so is sure to make the cut as a memorable hen weekend!
When it comes to relaxing on the beach, you will be spoilt for choice – Marbella boasts 24 beaches along 25km of coastline. La Sala by the Sea in the exclusive Marbella port of Puerto Banus has two tropical bars that overlook the Mediterranean which provides the perfect backdrop for a party.
Cancun, Mexico
Planning a hen party can sometimes be a little stressful, so knowing you have an amazing holiday at the end of it makes the hard work seem a little sweeter! Splurging on a long haul destination hen party is the perfect way to celebrate in style with your besties before the bride-to-be ties the knot.
Cancun is a beautiful destination and offers everything you could possibly want on a girls holiday – sun, sea, sand and plenty of cocktails! During the day, you can work on your tan by the pool or on the beach, or take part in exciting watersports and activities.
In the evenings, things get a little wild if that’s your style! Cancun is known for its exciting nightlife and famous clubs including Coco Bongo. Mexican fiestas are exciting and filled with lots of laughter, perfect to celebrate those last few days, weeks and months of being a single lady!
Benidorm, Costa Blanca
If you’re wanting a cheap girls holiday that’s filled with lots of laughter, then Benidorm is a fantastic choice! With plenty of English home comforts and bars that feel like your local, you get a real home away from home feeling here.
The lively resort has been a much loved hen/stag do destination for many years and for good reason! The cheap drinks flow from morning ‘til night, and you can nurse your hangover the next day with a good old fry up.
If you fancy taking in a little bit of culture while you’re there, Benidorm’s old town is a great place to visit, and here you can take in stunning views over the bays as well as exploring shops and markets galore.
Playa de las Americas, Tenerife
If your hen do falls in the colder months of the UK, but you still want to enjoy some sunshine, why not head to Tenerife? The Canaries enjoy year-round weather so you can be sure to enjoy sunny rays no matter when you travel there.
Playa de las Americas is the party capital of Tenerife and is the perfect spot for a hot hen do. The infamous Tramps nightclub dubs itself ‘The King of Clubs’ and every night is a Saturday night here.
If you’re worn out from partying into the early hours, you can spend a leisurely day looking through the shopping rails of the Safari Shopping Centre’s designer boutiques including Armani and Hugo Boss, or at one of the many souvenir shops around town.
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