Hen Do

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Hen Do’s and Don’ts

Hen Do’s and Don’ts

So, your best friend or sister is getting married, and as maid of honour or bridesmaid, you’ve been trusted with planning a once in a lifetime girly pre-wedding get together?! Don’t panic, planning a hen do doesn’t have to be a stressful uphill struggle. Whatever the style, be it a weekend away or a day out, here are 11 top tips to help you stay sane and on track, helping to make the whole hen-do planning experience run smoothly.

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Why the Cotswolds is the perfect destination for a luxe hen party 

Hen party in the Cotswolds

The Cotswolds is home to outstanding natural beauty, so much so that it’s understandable that the quaint area has becoming increasingly popular with an array of famous faces. The Cotswolds provides an excellent location for a luxe hen party thanks to its chic reputation. Full of picturesque villages and magnificent views, the Cotswolds is a luxurious and elegant destination favoured by many, including members of the royal family. With something for everyone, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to activities, dining and drinking. Hen parties bring together a variety of individuals from different backgrounds, all of which will have plenty to do and see in this charming location. Here are a few of the many reasons why the Cotswolds is the perfect hen party location.

Ultimate Girly Breaks at House of Daniel Thwaites Hotels

House of Daniel Thwaites Hotels interior

There is nothing better than a get together with girlfriends especially if you add a night away in a beautiful hotel with a fabulous spa.  Even if you are looking for a cosy girly night in, this can still be done with the House of Daniel Thwaites Hotel’s girls’ weekend packages.

Whether you want to combine the break with some great shopping in Portsmouth, Leeds and Bristol or wonderful walks in the Lake District these stunning four-star hotels offer a haven of tranquillity for some girly fun.

Ibiza named most Instagrammable hen party destination

Girls jumping in ocean in Ibiza

Party paradise island Ibiza has one more reason to celebrate – it’s just been named as the most Instagrammable destination for hens.

The sun-soaked resort is famous for world class nightlife and big-name DJs, but its stunning scenery also makes it a massive hit on social media for brides-to-be.

The results are part of new research which reveals Ibiza as the location with the most hen-related hashtags on Insta.

The Balaeric island came out on top with 6,431 hen-related hashtags, followed by the less exotic, but always exciting London on 2,623, while Bali, in Indonesia, was rated third with 1,961 hashtags.

The analysis was conducted by hen and stag party experts Red7 who report a rise in hen party bookings for warmer climes each winter.

CLOSED - Win a bottle of Tequila Rose and five shot glasses

Tequila Rose cocktail

If you’re planning a hen party and fancy making some cocktails to get the night going, then the smooth, easy taste and insta-worthy pretty pink colour of Tequila Rose is a fabulous choice.

Tequila never tasted so good – the silky rich strawberry cream is as versatile as it is delicious. Enjoy in a shot, pour over ice, or mix in everything from killer cocktails to adult milkshakes.

Available at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Amazon, drinksupermarket.com  with an RRP of just £12, it’s well worth inviting Tequila Rose to your hen do!

 

For your chance to win a bottle of Tequila Rose (500ml) and five Tequila Rose shot glasses,

Find a hen or stag do with TripAdvisor

Amsterdam stag / hen do

Wedding season’s fast approaching and there’s a good chance you’re searching for ways to celebrate someone’s stag or hen do beforehand. Fortunately, TripAdvisor has you covered with where to go, activities, and even where to stay. With experiences ranging from brewery tours and canal cruises in Amsterdam, to football stadiums tours and cooking classes in Barcelona, TripAdvisor has activities sure to suit any style stag or hen!

Top places for a stag or hen do with TripAdvisor

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Brighton’s seaside location, jovial atmosphere and wealth of pubs and clubs have made it a major Stag and Hen destination.

A hen do to get you in the Festive spirit

Christmas hen do train

What could be more romantic than celebrating your hen do during the Christmas period, the most magical time of the year? For hen’s really wanting to get in the festive spirit, The Train to Christmas Town is the ultimate way to celebrate your last weekend of freedom with the merry man himself – Father’s Christmas! This brand new experience, curated by the team behind the original THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, is launching in the UK this Christmas and tickets are selling fast! Hens can dress up in their best Christmas jumpers, cover themselves in festive glitter and join in with the joyous journey all the way to Christmas Town.

Top Tips for Planning a Hen Do

Top Tips for Planning a Hen Do - Poll with photo

Hen do season is fast approaching, and if you are lucky enough to be named maid of honour you now have a lot of planning to do.

But there are so many potential pitfalls; inviting the right person, negotiating the budget, picking the perfect date and venue – keeping the bride and an entire friendship group happy can often be as much work as organising the wedding itself.

Below are a few top tips to help you avoid disaster while planning the brides-to-be’s perfect send of celebration.


From Hen or Stag Do to ‘I do’ – Pre-wedding Parties

After weeks (of often stressful) wedding planning both brides and grooms are often in need of some rest and relaxation away from the mood-boards and wedding checklists. Hen and stag parties have certainly changed, from the days when a quick drink down their local pubic house the night before the wedding to huge big budget overseas blowouts.

But as with your wedding day, the pre-wedding party should be your choice and you certainly shouldn’t feel forced into an elaborate night out that doesn’t suit you. Hen and stag party experts GoHen.com and StagWeb.co.uk give us a quick insight of what’s trending in the world of pre-wedding parties.