Five Vacation Ideas for Your Next Girls’ Trip

This one’s for the girls! In celebration of Women’s History Month in March, we’re shining a light on remarkable ladies of the past, and ways to support women-owned businesses while you travel this year – plus some of our favorite destinations for bachelorette parties, girls’ trips, and mother-daughter vacations.

From Florida to Maryland, here’s where to go for a fun, cool, culture-filled getaway with your girls.

Learn About Boston’s Trailblazers in Beacon Hill

Boston’s Beacon Hill is one of the oldest neighborhoods in America, with picturesque streets dating back to the 1600s. Home to many famous women in history – including Little Women author Louisa May Alcott – Beacon Hill was a backdrop to momentous social movements led by suffragettes, artists, and well-heeled socialites who bucked tradition to spark change. 

Start your journey at The Whitney Hotel, a charming boutique nook in the heart of Beacon Hill, and recent winner of two MICHELIN Keys. Here, travelers are surrounded by colonial sites, sidewalk cafes, and lots of trendy shops for a dose of retail therapy.

Join a walking tour with Boston Women’s Heritage Trail and learn about avant-gardes like Harriet Hemenway, an eco-conscious socialite who saved bird species by dissuading the fashion industry away from feathered hats. Or visit the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, a Venetian-style palazzo filled with magnificent art, and learn about Isabella’s unwavering commitment to Boston’s cultural growth.

Guests of The Whitney may also take advantage of the hotel’s Neighborhood Passkey Program, a curated shopping guide with exclusive perks like 20% off savings, free gifts with purchase, and personalization services from local and women-owned businesses nearby, like December Thieves and Beacon Hill Chocolates.

Share a Family Meal Together at Para Maria

Across town in the bustling Seaport District, more women leaders are leaving their mark in Boston. Just look to The Envoy Hotel, where Chef Tatiana Rosana is cooking up magic at her Latin-inspired restaurant, Para Maria. 

With Cuban flair and a dash of nostalgia, Chef Tatiana recreates family recipes passed down from her grandmother, Maria, and shares them with a new generation: crispy golden tostones, Cuban-style arroz con pollo, and sizzling, garlicky shrimp, to name a few.

Get the Royal Treatment in Philadelphia

Looking for a glamorous vacation with your girlfriends? Consider The Rittenhouse, an iconic luxury hotel in Philadelphia’s most enviable address.

Floating above the treetops of Rittenhouse Square – a historic park and famed shopping district – the lauded Rittenhouse hotel is walking distance to a World Heritage Site, outdoor cafes, top-rated restaurants, and dozens of luxury boutiques – perfect for those who seek out culture as much as they do couture. 

Spend your days in art galleries and antique shops nearby, then treat yourself to a relaxing spa day at The Rittenhouse Spa & Club. Hailed as one of Philly’s best spas, this urban retreat boasts a number of treatment rooms (perfect for groups!) plus a fitness center, steam rooms, an indoor saltwater pool, and a beauty salon; not to mention therapeutic massages and customized facials for head-to-toe pampering. 

Wrap up your weekend with afternoon tea at the hotel’s Mary Cassatt Tea Room, named for a Philadelphia-born impressionist, Mary Cassatt, whose original etchings still adorn the Rittenhouse lobby. Gather with your ladies in the open-air garden and sip on artisanal teas from all over the world, paired with sweet and savory pastries and delicate finger sandwiches that belong in an episode of Bridgerton.

Soak Up the Sun Together in Sarasota

Award-winning beaches, Zagat-rated restaurants, mangrove forests – Sarasota has it all. This picturesque city hugs the Gulf Coast of Florida, a stretch of sandy paradise that’s teeming with wildlife and nature preserves great for kayaking, fishing, and other fun-in-the-sun activities. 

Sarasota is especially great for families. The scene is laid-back, the dining options are endless, and each week brings a slew of free community events like local farmer’s markets, yoga in the park, and live music concerts.

Plan a vacation with your favorite aunties at The Sarasota Modern, a chic boutique hotel with a fabulous poolside lounge and Tiki-style dining, polished with AAA Four Diamond service. Soak up the sun from your very own poolside cabana, relax in the hot tub, or treat yourselves to a postcard-worthy picnic on the beach, curated to your group’s every wish. 

The Sarasota Modern is anchored in downtown’s creative hub, the Rosemary Arts & Design District, where you’ll find vibrant street art, women-owned galleries, and relics of the city’s first Black community. Unsure where to start? Look to the Leading Ladies of Sarasota. This historic trolley tour explores what local life was like 100 years ago through the eyes of its historic dames, like circus wife Mable Ringling and swamp ranch visionary, Bertha Palmer.

Celebrate Women in Wellness at D.C.’s Happiest Hotel

In Washington, D.C., one hotel is going all out for Women’s History Month with a host of wellness events, prize giveaways, and pampering spa deals.

The Morrow Hotel is a dreamy design haven with a sunny disposition (“vibrant optimism” is the motto here.) It’s also a local staple for holistic wellness; a place where travelers and D.C. natives get together to work up a sweat. 

On March 23, gather your girlfriends and lace up for a commemorative Women’s History Month run, hosted by D.C.’s own Pacer’s Running. The morning kicks off at The Morrow’s outdoor Veranda, where Pacer’s and Nike will offer free goodies and live product demos. When the run concludes at 12 pm, the brunch party begins with a complimentary beverage for runners, and lunch on the hotel’s rooftop with dazzling views of D.C.

Also on March 23, The Morrow will co-host a “Women In Wellness” panel discussion with local studio Khepera Wellness. And all throughout March, hotel guests and locals are invited to Khepera’s signature “Trap and RnB Yoga” classes at The Morrow, themed after inspiring female artists. 

Ladies of The Morrow can also indulge in specially-priced signature facials from partners at Silver Mirror Facial Bar. At the hotel lobby bar, Morrow guests enjoy complimentary beverages inspired by iconic women in U.S. history all through March.

For even more women’s history in D.C., join a walking tour through historic Dupont Circle, or visit the Sewall-Belmont House & Museum, where suffragist Alice Paul led the struggle for women’s voting rights in the 1920s. (Consider staying close to the action at Hotel Madera, The St. Gregory Hotel, or the residential-style Capitol Hill Hotel!)

Live Your Small-Town Fantasies in Frederick

Just one hour from Washington, D.C., the city of Frederick, Maryland offers more fun experiences that center local women. 

Frederick’s love of distilleries runs deep, even dating back to pre-Prohibition times. Get a taste at Tenth Ward Distilling, a woman-owned distillery that specializes in unique whiskeys, spirits, and canned cocktails. Head into the countryside for Milkhouse Brewery, a women-led brewery serving “farm-fresh” beer made with Maryland-grown ingredients. Sip on five generations of winemaking expertise at Loew Vineyards, a family-owned, women-led vineyard near Frederick, or cozy up at Black Ankle Vineyards for even more women-made wines, plus live entertainment and food trucks galore.

Beyond its many beverages, Frederick has a treasure trove of boutique shops, restaurants, and beautiful gardens that date back to the 18th century. Set out for adventure with your best girlfriends, then make yourself at home at Visitation Hotel, a brand-new hotel located in one of Frederick’s most iconic landmarks. 

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