Girlfriend Getaways at Destination Spas

Time with friends. We all enjoy it and yet most of us don't make enough time for it. Why is that? Not only do we enjoy it, but it's good for our health. Study after study shows that people who have close confidants have better immune systems, stronger cardiovascular health and less depression and anxiety — not to mention the fact that they have more fun. Spending time with a buddy should be a no-brainer. Instead, busy adults log numerous hours at work and manage a household, often shoving fun and friendship down to the bottom of the list. It is time to change that!

Women have been much slower to adopt the idea of annual girlfriend getaways compared to men. But in the last couple of years that has changed. "We have definitely seen a growing trend in girlfriend getaways," said Valerie McDermott, cofounder of www.million-dollar-mama.com, a travel resource for women who want to organize girlfriend getaways.

In response, many companies are now offering "Girlfriend Getaway" packages, especially spas.  It is easier - and more enticing - than ever to plan a spa vacation with your gal pals. Almost all of the Destination Spas offer group rates (6-10) and special packages throughout the year.

This morning, The Today Show featured Lake Austin Spa Resort in their travel segment about Girlfriend Getaways. The expert offers some tips on planning a group vacation and a few fun options.

So how can you carve out time for pals?

Take a lesson from me, you have to put a date on the calendar. The Spa Dames™, as we affectionately call our spagoing group of girlfriends, have to start planning at least 9 months out so that we can find a week that works for everyone. Once you have a date, try to make it an annnual date. 

Comments

[Paul Jones]

My wife and her sisters go on spa weekends every six months. These weekends allow her to relax and are a big part of her personal wellness program. Too bad her employee wellness program will not cover the expense. Ha, ha.

Cheers,
PJ