How To Plan A Hen Do Abroad
Jetting off somewhere sunny for your hen weekend is obviously the best way of celebrating your upcoming wedding with your best friends, but how to make it happen?
Planning a hen weekend abroad takes a bit more planning than staying in the UK. But all that prep will be worth it when you’re sat sipping your cocktails at the beach or strolling down the boulevard of a European city with your best friends.
Step-by-step: How to plan a hen weekend abroad
Let’s go through the steps you need to follow to plan the best ever hen weekend abroad:
- Decide on a date & location: If you are struggling to decide where to jet off to, then you might want to look at the top 10 hen do locations in Europe, or think about the where has good weather.
- For big groups, consider a package: co-ordinating the ideas, organisation and payment on behalf of 6+ hens for a trip abroad can get very hectic. It can work out cheaper & easier to book a hen party package where it’s all sorted for you.
3. Book your flights : Check out the flight options for your chosen destination. The best way to have an overview of all the flights is to use a tool called Omio (free) that compares the prices from different airlines for you.
4. Find hen party accommodation abroad: Whether you’re looking for a boutique hotel in Milan or a villa with a pool in Marbella, there are so many amazing places to stay. Booking.com can help you find the perfect place:
5. Invite the hens: Once you’ve pinned down the destination + travel+ accommodation, it’s time to get the rest of the hens involved. Let them know what the plan is, how much it’s going to cost and when they will need to pay you by. Be sure to mention what this amount includes.
It’s SO important to get people to commit at this stage and ideally pay you a deposit already because how many there are of you will greatly impact the costs of what you are booking. The payment can be made much easier by choosing to book with a hen party package provider.
6. Book the hen weekend: If you’ve got confirmation and deposits from all the hens, it’s time to quickly snap up those flights, book the amazing villa by the beach!
Hen Do Abroad: Important Checklist
If you’re planning a hen party abroad yourself for a large group of hens then you need to think of every little detail to make sure the weekend runs smoothly.
Once you’ve booked your flights and accommodation, be sure to think about the following:
Pros and Cons of having a hen do abroad
Pros of a hen do abroad
Cons of a hen do abroad
How much does it cost to have your hen weekend abroad?
The cost of having your hen weekend outside of the UK depends on 3 major factors:
- How far you go
- How long you stay
- Where you stay
Another factor that can influence the cost to a certain extent is how many hens you take with you.
Sometimes, a larger group can work out cheaper overall because you are able to all chip in for a big villa which works out cheaper per person. Also, large groups are always more likely to get good discounts on activities.
If you are planning to spend your hen weekend in Europe you can get an idea of the average prices you can expect to pay per person below:
How much does a Hen Do abroad Cost?
- Flights: £80 – £200 return
- Accommodation: £150-200 for two nights
- Food & drink: £100 for the weekend
- Activities: £100 per person
- Total cost per hen: £300 – £600
Find cheaper hen party accommodation in Europe
As you can see, the costs of planning a hen do abroad can quickly add up. Thankfully, there is a way you can get somewhere to stay abroad for less, especially if you are a large group of hens.
One of the best options to all stay away together is to book a villa or holiday home.
You can find loads of amazing accommodation options for large groups and when you break down the cost per night per person, it works out as really reasonable.
Often these larger place have big kitchens that you can all cook together in meaning you can save money by not having to eat out all the time.
Should I Book a Package Holiday for my Hen Weekend Abroad?
It might also be worth checking out what foreign package holiday deals are available for your dates.
You might find that providers such as EasyJet Holidays have some really good bargains that you and the girls can snap up.
Another good package holiday company for hen parties is Jet2 Holidays, especially if you are flying from the north of England.
A package deal usually includes flights & hotel as a minimum but you can also book all inclusive or at least half board to make sure some of your meals are sorted.
There are also plenty of companies that specialise in planning hen party packages abroad.
What else do I need?
Don’t forget that there is loads of paraphernalia that lends itself to joining you on your hen do abroad, such as matching swimsuits, beach towels, drinking bottles and much more.
Check out our post to help you find the perfect hen party accessories for your hen weekend abroad.
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