Gray whales can also be spotted from March to May. Friday Harbor, courtesy of visitsanjuans. Then on my second trip , I was rewarded with a wonderful black bear sighting. Whether you want a leisurely tour of the most popular spots along the perimeter of the park Highway runs all the way around or you are a hardcore backpacker who wants to really dive in and explore the inner recesses of this incredible rainforest, Olympic National Park has got your back.
Wine in Washington? Oh yes — very much so! So come on down and get into some awesome wine tasting! Part of the reason why this area is fertile grape-growing farmland is because it shares the same latitude as the French regions of Bordeaux and Burgundy — and we all know that the French produce some of the best wines in the world. Let me tell you, Washington State is catching quickly as a wine-producing powerhouse.
While grapes for wine are grown all throughout the state even Puget Sound! Whatever your pleasure, there is certainly something in Washington State to celebrate by taking a vacation to this huge and varied Pacific Northwest region.
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When you can pry yourself away from the water, show off your culinary prowess in a group cooking class with the property's executive chef. For more information, visit www. You and your girlfriends will adore the hefty dose of Southern hospitality coupled with a breathtaking coastal escape. Round up the whole gang for a ladies-only "Annie Oakley" shooting class or spend the day at Sea Island's 5,acre sporting club and take part in falconry or a quail hunt if the whole "Women vs.
Wild" thing appeals to you. For those who prefer to imbibe their adventures, soak up an orangey-pink sunset with libations on the veranda at The Lodge at Sea Island while the resident bagpiper serenades you, or opt to sign up for a private wine tasting in The Cloister Wine Cellar.
Perk no. After you hike Diamond Head and enjoy a tiki drink or two on the beach, you'll want to retreat with your pals to the The Na Ho 'ola Spa , where pampering may include 50 minutes of bliss in the form of a champagne body scrub or a brightening facial that soothes with a unique blend of organic botanicals.
Once um, if you can peel yourself away from the spa, enjoy the four Ss — swimming, surfing, snorkeling, and sailing — to your heart's content. For more information, visit waikiki. Planning a trip with your husband tends to involve half-hearted nods every time suggest a new activity; when you plan a trip with your friends, half the fun is the exciting email threads and texts where you fill up the itinerary as a team.
You'll have no shortage of options to choose from in this under-the-radar Idaho gem, where you can enjoy waterskiing on the lake, a cruise, and more. At the Coeur d 'Alene Resort , immerse yourself in a rejuvenating spa treatment, join your crew for a round of golf, or just sit by the lake for some quality catch-up time.
Don't skip out on a vino-fueled adventure at Coeur d 'Alene Cellars , a small winery that offers murder mystery shows. For more information, visit coeurdalene. If catching a concert or indulging in movie-night with your friends and, uh, telling the hubs he's gotta find other plans tonight is one of your favorite at-home activities, you guys will love this charming are on the Illinois side of the Mississippi River.
The town's Liberty Bank Amphitheater hosts film screenings under-the-stars, the Sam Vadalabene bike trail boasts fantastic rides for active types, and wildlife enthusiasts will adore the Audubon Center at Riverlands. There are many ways to spend your days, but perhaps the best way to spend your nights is at the rustic and chic Heavenly View Cabin. For more information, visit visitalton. If a busy itinerary is something your husband dreads but your girlfriends love, consider this game plan: First, take the Village Art Walk in the heart of Nashville no, not the one of country music fame.
Then grab a down-home meal at The Nashville House. Book your stay at the Abe Martin Lodge , which will put you in the middle of Indiana's largest state park this means you've got 16, acres to explore. Wind down by sitting on the outdoor patio at the inn's restaurant, enjoying Hoosier delicacies and plotting the next day's adventures.
For more information visit browncounty. If your guy couldn't be paid enough to step foot in a yoga studio, you and your friends will love this unexpected mecca for wellness and relaxation. Check out Grinnell's Locally Grown Yoga for a slow flow or free meditation class, then swing by Bikes to You to grab a bike and tackle some local trails.
Lunch at renowned Prairie Canary will likely be a highlight you've earned those truffle fries! Rest your sore limbs at Marsh House Bed and Breakfast , which has plenty of room to spread out, swap stories, and bust out that set of dirty Jenga.
For more information, visit grinnellchamber. You'll likely head home from this trip with a bank account-draining shopping haul your husband will be glad you left him behind, don't worry. In "Little Sweden USA," you can spend your day wandering art galleries and family-owned shops brimming with Swedish imports and unique crafts don't miss the Red Barn Studio. For more information, visit lindsborgcity. Here, in the "Horse Capital of the World," you and your inner circle can catch an event at the famed Keeneland race course or visit one of the local horse farms.
Beyond equine delights, there's plenty to do: Grab dinner in a former bank vault at Lockbox at 21c Museum Hotel , make like Daniel Boone and wander the Brewgrass Trail , or catch a show at the magnificent Lexington Opera House. And of course there's no shortage of bourbon tours , flights, and sips to be had in the birthplace of the American spirit. For more information, visit visitlex. If you're looking for a ladies' weekend that swaps debauchery in the Big Easy for luxurious pampering and pure sophistication, look no further than the Ritz for jazz serenades, dirty martinis, and a magnificent spa, where you can try out indigenous treatments like the "Voodoo Ritual," a mystical full-body massage that comes with intoxicating incense and a herbal poultice.
Should you choose to venture out, you've got the French Quarter at your fingertips. For more information, visit ritzcarlton. Hug your husband or boyfriend good-bye and escape to endless spa treatments, fresh oysters, and an oceanfront view of the rocky Atlantic coastline with your friends. Life doesn't get much better than that, especially when you add in Cliff House's outdoor adventures, 9,square-foot spa, and the incredible fall foliage.
You'll enjoy lobster galore, thoughtful amenities like an indoor saltwater swimming pool and group yoga classes, and, yes, you can climb the rocks.
For more information, visit destinationhotels. Picture this: You and your girls indulge in a relaxing spa morning at the beautifully landscaped Turf Valley Resort before taking your first balance board or wall yoga class at Haven on the Lake , a renowned wellness center.
Next, sling back some brews at idyllic farm-side brewery Manor Hill , where corn hole and hop-forward beers await. When you're hungry, farmhouse-turned-restaurant Iron Bridge Wine Co. Well, just in case you need an extra nudge of convincing, think of all the insanely gorgeous trails Waterfalls!
Majestic trees! For more information, visit visithowardcounty. Crunchy granola types, Kripalu is the getaway for you: The renowned yoga and health center provides everything to tickle your wellness-focused desires from ayurvedic programs to a large variety of dance, chanting, painting, and singing classes and lectures. While enjoying your escape, be sure to sneak off campus at least once to catch sight of the stunning Berkshire Botanical Garden , just a 4-mile drive away.
Even if your retreat lasts only a few days, you and your friends will bring home that blissed-out spirit for months to come. All BFFs in favor of an unplugged vacation, raise your hands. On this retro island, the no-cars rule will have you traveling by foot, bike those tree-lined trails look pretty fine! The island is famous for its fudge, so you're going to have to eat that — this handy list of fudge shops proves all the chocolate insanity a mere 4 square miles can cram in.
While enjoying the island, let time continue to slow down at the Grand Hotel , a family-owned institution since You'll want to relive afternoon tea in the parlor with your classy ladies again and again For more information, visit mackinacisland.
This Midwestern jewel is on the upswing, thanks to its vibrant cultural scene, ever-growing craft beer venues and enhanced bikeability. Except, sans husbands, you and your friends probably won't have to make pit stops at all breweries though, if that's your thing, you'll definitely have great options. Instead, make the W Minneapolis - The Foshay your home base — you'll be within walking distance of The Minnesota Orchestra , Dakota Jazz Club split the root beer float and a dark chocolate cheesecake , and Target Field , home to the Minnesota Twins.
When you're feeling pretty full from all those "Juicy Lucy's" a hamburger loaded with a cheese center , mosey on up to the hotel's degree observation deck to enjoy a magical view of the Twin Cities.
For more information, visit Minneapolis. This under-the-radar gem is as warm and welcoming as it is laidback, making it ideal for a weekend escape with your friends. If you and your friends enjoy wandering sans agenda, start out in Fishbone Alley , a funky walkway with colorful artwork and string lights as you weave your way towards Pop Brothers for a refreshing, small-batch popsicles made with herbs, spices, and fresh fruit from local producers.
Make a detour to The Greenhouse on Porter for yoga, a dance party, or even a 7- or 8-mile bike ride known by locals as the "Porter Pedal. You'll find it especially hard to pry yourself out of the hot tub — it's got ocean views. For more information visit gulfcoast. There's way more to this bustling city than BBQ and brews for a dudes-only escape. KC has a surprisingly upscale and culturally rich scene — the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is home to nearly 40, works of art, while the National World War I Museum and American Jazz Museum are worthy of getting lost in for hours — along with, yes, plenty of award-winning barbecue known for its wildly addictive burnt tips.
At the charming Raphael Hotel perched over Brush Creek, pencil in your ladies for their traditional weekend jazz brunches or happy hour cocktails and half-priced apps. Or both. For more information, visit visitkc. A meditative, nature-centric trip is a great way to bond with your friends on a deeper level. At Triple Creek Ranch , you'll want to plant yourself by the heated outdoor pool where a weekly gourmet barbecue takes place, but you can also brush up on your serve on the tennis courts or head to the barn for horseback riding.
If you and your pals are looking for your next adrenaline rush, book an adventure package where you can experience fly fishing, dog sledding, and snowmobiling, among other excursions. And if you need a dose of feel-good to take home with you, know this: Ranch owners Barbara and Craig Barrett have been committed to an ongoing restoration plan to sustain the Selway-Bitterroot National Forest, and have already planted over , trees.
For more information visit triplecreekranch. There's something about navigating and exploring unseen terrain with your best friends, and Arbor Lodge State Historic Park definitely delivers on that especially in the winter. Feeling festive? Enjoy Christmas at the Mansion during the holiday season. The fall foliage is pretty fantastic too.
For more information, visit gonebrasksacity. Think wellness and Sin City can't go hand in hand? Think again. You and the crew can get sweaty in a wall yoga or Latin beat class before taking advantage of the 25,square feet of spa and fitness space. Enjoy healthy spa cuisine vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary options are available and get a personalized nutrition consultation before whisking yourself off to a other-worldly treatment like the "Red Carpet Ready" facial or a stress-relieving massage.
Big night out? Splurge and get your makeup done before testing lady luck on the strip. For more information, visit redrock. Don't skip a vacation spot with your friends just because you think your husband and kids would have fun there too. You'll have just a much fun with your friends while zip-lining, hitting the winter powder, or river tubing in the summer at Omni Mount Washington Resort. Archery, disc golf, scenic lift rides, and mountain tours are just a few of the many activities you and you friends can partake in.
Of course, the indoor pool and hot tub and outdoor pool and cabanas sound equally enticing What better way to experience the majestic Washington State than to lounge in luxury at a natural spa!
Soap Lake Resort is a resort on Soap Lake known for its natural healing powers and rejuvenating properties. In fact, people have been flocking to the lake since the s for its famous healing and beauty benefits!
Book a cabin and relax with the girls in a private Jetted Tub where mineral water straight from Soap Lake is pumped into! Or, enjoy the warmth of the sun while swimming in the revitalizing waters. Enjoy an impromptu spa treatment with the mineral-rich mud near the shores of Soap Lake. Contact Soap Lake today to book you and your girls stay! Hideaway and unwind from the stress of life on a cozy cabin retreat. A private cabin is the perfect place for a cozy reunion, bachelorette party , or a weekend glamp trip.
Reconnect with nature and your friends as you toast marshmallows on a hot fire and watch the night sky! Washington State has an abundance of luxury cabins!
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