Like the women of "Sex and the City" escaping to exotic Morocco, you and your girlfriends can also have an unbelievable vacation - no boys allowed!
Whether it's a trip with mother, daughters, sisters, or friends, it's great to get away without having to stop at a football museum, boat show, or being attacked by paintballs.
These girl trips cover all the bases from the relaxing wine tours and spas of Italy to the adventure-packed hills of Laos. Women are traveling together further than ever before in search of high adventure, high culture, and high fun.
The travel industry is also changing, and many tour companies and resorts are catering exclusively to women. These tours and resorts are a great option for women traveling alone too as you won't have to endure the honeymoon couples and will be surrounded by women with similar interests.
Solo female travelers are often hesitant to hit the road, especially in developing countries. However, traveling with women can be just as safe and often twice as fun! Just use common travel precautions such as leaving jewelry at home and wearing similar clothing styles as the locals.
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So, break out a bottle of wine and enjoy these top five girls' getaways.
1. Wine & Dine: Orvieto, Italy
You probably guessed that Italy would make the list of the top girl getaways, however the chosen destination is a unique place to wine and dine, with easy access to both Rome and Florence. Once off the train from Rome, take a tram up the hill to the small town of Orvieto. The town is known for its historic cobblestone streets that are filled with local pottery and crafts, Orvieto Classico white wine, and the "must see" Duomo de Orvieto, a 14th century Roman Catholic cathedral. Fill up on the best meal you'll ever have at the outdoor cafes, all with the freshest ingredients. Your jeans may not fit on the way home, but it will be totally worth it.
Getting There:
The best way to get into Oriento is by train from Florence (hour-and-a-half) or Rome (a little over an hour). Once at the station, take the quick tram up to the town.
2. Women-Only Resorts: Surf Goddess, Bali
Surf Goddess Retreat in Bali, Indonesia's got it all when it comes to the perfect girls' getaways. This retreat, which specializes in surfing and yoga, promises both active days at the resort, as well as a full spa and cultural tours through Bali. The average day at the retreat would start with an hour or two of yoga in the morning followed by surfing and a free afternoon of warm water and sand between your toes.
Getting There:
To get to the Surf Goddess Retreat, fly into Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia. The retreat provides complimentary shuttle service between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. There are also free shuttles from other local areas, so contact the retreat for more information.
