When I was planning my bachelorette party with my MOH, Sara, it became clear that a cruise out of Tampa to Cozumel, Mexico, was going to be the best option for a few reasons. Not only was it a surprisingly affordable option for my early to mid-20s friends, but it also provided us with a ton of activities and entertainment to enjoy, without needing to be all together 24/7. And, of course, it was something that I knew I would like!
Port of Tampa 
On the ship
When choosing a bachelorette party destination, there are several things to consider:
- Cost. Not only do you have to figure out the best lodging for a group of people (which can get pricey), but you also have to consider the costs of transportation – to and from the location, as well as around the area while you’re there – and entertainment and dining while there. Depending on how many attendees you would like to have and what you know about their financial situation, it may be much more doable to road trip to a nearby location than fly across the country, or stay in a big Airbnb instead of a hotel.
- Convenience. It’s no surprise you see so many bachelorette parties take place over holiday weekends because people get an extra day off of work to play with, without needing to take off. Keep in mind what is going to be most convenient for your group as a whole. For example, I went to a bachelorette party in Siesta Key that took place on a Wednesday and Thursday; that may seem inconvenient, but the bride actually planned it right before her Saturday wedding in Bradenton, so her bridesmaids from out of town only needed to fly to Florida once and could stay in the area.
- Vibe. A Las Vegas bachelorette party is fun – I know, I’ve been to one – but it isn’t for everyone. Just like a cruise won’t work for everyone either, as much as I loved mine. Figure out the vibe you’re looking for, and pick a location that’s aligned with that. I was set to go to a New Orleans bachelorette in September 2020 before it was cancelled, and it was perfectly aligned with the bride and her style. You can consider the group with this, but first and foremost, make sure it’s something the bride will enjoy, whether that’s relaxing on the beach or climbing a mountain (or both)!
Las Vegas 
Las Vegas
I’ve now been to two lovely, low-key bachelorette parties in Siesta Key for friends in totally different friend groups because of these factors, since it’s fairly low cost and conveniently located to the Tampa Bay area, offering a beautiful beach to relax on with a drink in hand. I have also road tripped with friends to Fort Lauderdale to paint the town red for a weekend bachelorette with a drag show dinner and flown to Las Vegas for an elaborate, four-day bachelorette party with live shows (Thunder from Down Under at Excalibur is a must-do) and rooftop pools.
I’ll be heading to Austin, Texas, next for a bachelorette party sometime next year, but if you’re looking for some US-based considerations outside of those I’ve already mentioned – they were all great – I’d recommend exploring:
Siesta Key 
Fort Lauderdale