If all you know about El Paso, Texas is that they may or may not make salsa there, you are not alone. Before I planned a girl’s trip to El Paso, I didn’t have any idea what to expect either. But I love a unique girlfriend getaway and after visiting, I can tell you that this West Texas city in the Chihuahuan desert makes a great destination for a girlfriends’ Texas getaway. Before I get into what to do in El Paso, let me start with some fun facts. FUN FACTS ABOUT EL PASO, TEXAS Nicknamed “Sun City”, El Paso is the 6th sunniest city in the U.S. with more than 300 days of sunshine (NerdWallet) E ..read more

If your idea of a romantic getaway with your significant other includes fun outdoor adventures (combined with a bit of luxurious relaxation), take a look at The Preserve Resort & Spa in Richmond, Rhode Island. The Preserve will spoil you with experiences at the most amenity rich retreat in the country. From clay shooting to fly fishing, horseback riding to ATVing, spa treatments to fine dining…the menu of options is extensive. The thoughtful and attentive team at The Preserve will also work with you to create unique, unforgettable experiences including a five-course tasting dinner in a Hob ..read more

Standing in the middle of a pasture, my back and feet aching from walking 12 miles already that day, I found myself taking a deep breath and squeezing back tears of frustration as I spied the “No Trespassing” sign on the gate up ahead. “Well, where the F’ am I supposed to go then,” I said aloud to the cows and sheep nearby. I was three days into my eight-day English walking holiday along the Hadrian’s Wall Path and until that moment, I thought I was just minutes away from my lodging for the night. Since the animals didn’t provide an answer, I swallowed my frustration and dug a little deeper, r ..read more

If you love the outdoors, beautiful scenery, getting away from people, exploring small cities and towns, sampling craft breweries and distilleries, relaxing in comfy lodges, and taking part in fun adventures, you need to plan your next girls’ trip to Western Montana. A friend of mine recently moved to California from the East Coast and, since we didn’t get to celebrate our milestone birthdays together, we decided to plan a Montana girlfriend getaway. We visited Northwest Montana, giving us a chance to see Glacier National Park, but also spend time exploring Glacier Country, which is a tourism ..read more

With the wind whipping my hair around my face, I sat back on my deck cushion on the Schooner Heritage and watched sailboats flying by as the Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse faded into the distance and we headed out into Penobscot Bay. My friend Michelle and I were embarking on a three-day, four-night cruise aboard the Schooner Heritage, one of nine ships in the Maine Windjammer Association. Living in Rhode Island, I’ve had plenty of opportunities to sail in Newport, but those were always short half-day trips or hour-long excursions. A whole vacation dedicated to sailing in Maine was an entirely ..read more

When I told my husband I was visiting Moncton, New Brunswick on my Atlantic Canada road trip, he asked what I was going to do there as the only thing he knew about Moncton was that it was the home of the New York Islanders hockey training camp. Since it was summer and I’m not a hockey fan (can I admit that and still go to Canada?), I assured him that there were plenty of fun things to do in Moncton that didn’t involve hockey. As I explored Moncton and the surrounding area over the next few days, I realized that this would make a great girls’ trip destination for those who live in Eastern Canad ..read more

Hey East Coasters…looking for a girls’ trip idea where you don’t need to cross time zones or spend too much time in transit? I’ve got you covered! Up and down the East Coast of the USA, these girls weekend getaway ideas are perfect for wine lovers, history buffs, outdoor adventurers, beach goers, and small town enthusiasts. Whether you want to relax and hang with your friends, enjoy great food and fun, or party the night away, I’ve got a suggestion for you. Oh, and the good news? They don’t have to break the bank either. East Coast Weekend Getaways for You Next Girls’ Trip Note: This post cont ..read more

“You had me at wine hotel,” I told Rachel, the expert travel planner and wine aficionado at EPIC Travel, a boutique travel agency that creates custom itineraries with bespoke experiences in Portugal and Morocco. We were reviewing the details of my girls’ trip to Portugal and deciding where to stay in the Alentejo wine region of the country. Since I love exploring new regions through its food and wine, I was all in when EPIC suggested staying at a few wine hotels in Portugal. In the States, we mostly know Portuguese wine for its Port or Vinho Verde varietals, but the more time you spend in Port ..read more

Unless you know someone who graduated from Arizona State University, you may have never heard of Tempe (pronounced Tem-pee), Arizona. Most of us on the East Coast just think of the Phoenix metro area as one sprawling city, but in reality, Tempe is a destination in its own right. More than a college town, this vibrant, Phoenix-adjacent city is jam-packed with both active and relaxing things to do in Tempe – making it a perfect spot for a girls’ trip. Of course when you say “Arizona girls’ trip”, most people will automatically think of the spa resorts in Scottsdale or Tucson, or hiking in Sedona ..read more

If I had to pick a favorite spot for a girlfriend getaway, the Finger Lakes region in New York is a top contender, especially in the fall. With 11 gorgeous lakes, rolling hills rich with verdant farmland, magnificent waterfalls, charming small cities, and over 100 wineries, cideries, breweries, and distilleries, it is a surprise this area isn’t on everyone’s radar. When my college friends and I were discussing a spot for a quick girl’s trip this fall, the Finger Lakes was top of mind. An easy drive from our homes in Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania, we decided to meet up in Ithaca ..read more