What do you get when you combine some girls, a beautiful hotel in Scottsdale, Arizona, and great food? The perfect self-care trip! That is how I spent my last weekend, and why you should start planning your next girls trip!

As a small business owner, mother, and wife, a vacation is needed to refuel my mind and recharge my body. After all, taking care of yourself makes you better at handling challenges at work, being a better friend and family member, and spreading more positive energy. 

A successful girls trip includes a few important things: clearing your mind, taking a break from technology, and creating great memories. The purpose is to relax with good vibes, great activities, and great people. You should leave feeling rejuvenated, refreshed, and renewed!

The goal of a girls trip is peace, so make sure to go somewhere that has beautiful scenery and will calm your mind. It also must include a little spa time, of course! We went to the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess and relaxed all day whether it was getting massages, facials, or hanging out in the hot tub. Some of the other fun activities we included on our itinerary include: a sunrise hot air balloon ride, a horseback ride through beautiful Scottsdale canyons, and a pink Jeep tour through the amazing Sedona canyons. We also went out to three delicious restaurants - Agave, Barro, and Sock Yard. 

It’s very important to know the right things to pack for a weekend getaway. You always want to make sure to pack comfy clothes like leggings, joggers, and sneakers in case your itinerary includes any walking, hiking, or outdoor activities. The items you bring should almost fully be based on plans made or things on the itinerary. Bring a couple nice outfits for dinners, and if you’re bringing heels, make sure to bring flats just in case. Consider the weather, day and night,  of your chosen location to see if any jackets or warmer clothing items are needed. Most importantly, you need multiple of your favorite bathing suits, coverups, sunglasses and hats!

One of the most important aspects to planning a girls trip is deciding who will be attending. Make sure to invite people who bring great energy and who leave drama at the door. Your vacation should be filled with good vibes, good conversations, and good laughs!