Plan the Perfect Girl's Night Out
Need to exhale with your girls? Rally your best sister-friends and plan an event of pure entertainment, bliss or both. Below we have created a few gatherings that will get you and your girls motivated.
Spa Day: What Working Divas doesn’t enjoy a day of pampering? (We do) Find a local spa that is budget friendly. Plus, it doesn’t hurt to ask for a group discount when you book your services. When picking your treatments, keep it simple and select a pedicure and a massage or facial. Therefore, everyone has a little escape before the chatter fest begins.
Watch Party: Do you and your best girlfriends chop it up about your favorite TV show? Why not get together every week and have your own viewing party. As you can see from the picture, above my girls and I had a blast at our reality show viewing party. You can do this at your favorite restaurant or home. If you choose a restaurant setting, ask the manager if a private room is available so you and your girl and decorate and provide a few services like mini massages and contests. Also, find out if they can create a specialty menu for you and your girls. Thanks to Chef Nikki from Bash Wine & Cafe in Sunrise, Fl. You’re the BEST!
Sister Stay-cation:Everyone has a living room. So, why not make good use of it with your girls. For one thing, it’s free and has a cozy couch. Plus, there are no time limits, you know you and the girls can get to talking. Create a relaxing atmosphere by adding some throw pillows and some 80′s music on your stereo…opps…ipod. Pick out a signature cocktail or wine and have it chilled before hand. Do you have a sister friend that can cook? Start to organize the evening by emailing everyone to select the date and the dish they would like to bring. (if they can) Create a theme…movie night, music night, book club night, the creativity is endless. You’ll all have an evening to remember just like the ladies of “Waiting to Exhale.” And by all means…if your friends have a little too many cocktails, pull out the blankets. Have fun ladies!!
Sister Brunch: Try a nice restaurant in your area with a great atmosphere. There is nothing like great decor and wonderful customer service to make your event sizzle. To prepare, get a copy of the menu before hand to ensure everyone finds something on the menu they will enjoy. There is nothing like arriving at an event and you can’t find anything on the menu you like. Plus, it doesn’t hurt to know the cost before hand. Keep it light and fun.
Little Ones Play-date: In case there is a sister-friend that is unable get a baby sister, include the kids. Now this is not your traditional sister-friend get together, but it is a way everyone can take part in some sisterly fun. Find a local park that is in a convenient location. Create different activities for you and the kids. Read stories, have a kid’s theater, play kick-ball, hopscotch, jump rope, or double-dutch with your children and re-live your childhood. You will have a blast…trust us.
We be Clubbin’: Let your hair down and meet at a trendy night club and party the night-a-way with good music, good drinks and great friends. Let the DJ know you are having a girls-night-out and have him play a song all of you love and dance like a rock star! Tip: “Just Fine” by Mary J. Blige or “Let the Beat Hit’em by Lisa Lisa.
The Ultimate: A Sister-friends Getaway. If getting away isn’t an option. Research hotels in your area to indulge in three days of total bliss. Don’t plan much. The focus of this get together is relaxation and rejuvenation. Enjoy each other’s company by the pool, take in the spa or other hotel activities. Your goal: Fun with the girls and being recharged for your upcoming work week.
Karen Vaughn is the founder of the Working Divas Blog. A lifestyle blog that is geared towards work/life balance for women. She is an awarding winning Radio Personality who is currently the Midday host on WXST-FM, WFLO-FM and WZAK-FM. She has also worked in Miami, Washington, DC, Baltimore, and Philadelphia. Follow Karen On Twitter @ www.twitter.com/karenvaughn
Category: Me Time Moments, Mommy Matrix, Organize Your Life
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Seven of us Tampa girls just did a Spa Getaway two weekends ago! Stayed at Innisbrook Resort and Spa and had a wonderful time being pampered and catching up! Sure beat passing each other at business events!
Sounds like you had a relaxing time. Thanks for telling us about Innisbrook Resort and Spa. Welcome to the ME TIME club!