If you are planning a trip with your best friends, you might not feel as though you need any advice at all. If you get on well now, why would things be any different abroad? The truth of the matter is that getaways can make or break friendships. If it is the first time you have been away together, you might want to establish a few things first. Read the 10 essential rules of planning a girls’ vacation so that you don’t make any silly mistakes.

1. Decide what type of break you want 

The first thing you ought to do is decide what you want from the getaway. You might be thinking that you want ten days on a beach somewhere while your friend might want a stylish break. If you want different things from your breaks, it is probably not a good idea to go away together. Make sure you’re on the same page before you book any flights.

2. Prepare to share clothes while you’re away 

Usually, when you get plane tickets, you have to pay extra for a luggage allowance. You can all save money if you agree to take just one suitcase between you. It might sound like a disaster waiting to happen, but it could save you all cash, which you can spend on your getaway instead. If you are willing to share things, such as dresses and sunscreen, you will find that the entire trip is simple.

3. Say ‘no’ to boyfriends tagging along

One thing that you have to avoid is boyfriends tagging along on your girly break. If one of your friends mentions that her boyfriend would like to come as well, you need to tell her that he can’t. It might sound a little harsh, but the last thing you want is to be on vacation with a couple. They will dominate the break and do everything their way. If your mate wants to go away with her man, tell her she can but not with you as well.

4. Book hotels in central locations

While you are out partying, there will always be someone who wants to go home before everybody else. In every group of friends, there is someone who wants to be in bed by 10pm. You don’t want to let her ruin your fun so you should book a central hotel. If you are partying in Germany, find central hotels in Berlin. That way, you will be near the clubs and bars so your friend can leave before the rest of you. Always think about your friend’s safety and ensure that she gets a taxi.

5. Plan activities before you go away

Before you go away, you need to ensure that there are some fun things for you to do on vacation. You can book loads of excursions and trips online so that you have a plan when you reach your destination. You should choose activities that you will all like. Talk things over with your girl friends and ask them what they would like to do. You can all vote on what things you book so that it is fair.

6. Set some ground rules

When you go on a girls’ break, things can get out of hand quickly. You have no idea what people expect of you, and so you need to set some ground rules so that everyone knows what they need to do. If, for example, someone doesn’t want to share toothpaste, they should say so now. That way, you know that it will annoy them if you steal some of it. These little things might seem insignificant, but they are not. 

7. Make sure that everybody has a say 

If there is one person dominating the plans, you need to call them on it. Everybody is spending money on the vacation, and so they should all get a say when it comes to the plans. Some people have strong personalities, which means that they don’t realize when they are bossy. If one of your friends is taking charge, you should tell them to cool it.

8. Avoid petty arguments

It is easy to get into petty arguments when you spend all your time with people. For the entire trip, you will be with the same set of friends. You need to avoid getting into petty arguments with them. Sometimes, it is best to be the bigger person and let things go. If someone does something to annoy you, you should not start an argument with them. Take some deep breaths and relax instead. 

9. Have some alone time when you can

Now and then, you will need some time to yourself. If you spend every waking hour with the same people, it will drive you insane. You could spend a day alone with a good book so that you can have a break from the girls. They will understand that you need some time – the chances are, they will need some space as well. Everybody needs personal time, and so this tip is essential.

10. Don’t spend all day taking selfies

Sometimes, when girls get together, they spend all their time taking selfies. You will not enjoy the trip if you don’t leave yourself any time to do other things. Sure, you  might want to get the perfect beach picture of you and your friends on vacation. Who can blame you? Just make sure that the process doesn’t take all day long or the only memories you will have of the break will be of taking pictures. You need to get out there and experience the city or town – see what it has to offer. You will be so glad that you did.

Going away with your friends can be a dream if you get it right. If things start to go wrong, though, it can quickly become a nightmare. Follow these rules to ensure that everything goes to plan. That way, you will have a getaway to remember, rather than one you want to forget.

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