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These Are Hands Down the Best Girls’ Trips to Take–No Bachelorette Required
There's something almost sacred about a proper girls' trip, when you can truly let your hair down, belly laugh until your abs are sore, and remember who you are outside of your inbox. And there's no better time to do it than now, right before the hustle of the holiday season. And it shouldn't have to take someone getting married to have a ridiculously fun time. The West is rich with easy escapes that deliver adventure, relaxation, and connection perfect for a three-day adventure with your gals. Here are some of our favorites.
Calistoga
This country town at Napa Valley's northern tip has a slower, more secluded vibe than the rest of the region. With natural hot springs and volcanic mud baths that make it ideal for a group recharge plus a cute small town with great tasting rooms like Tank Garage Winery and Picayune, you can avoid the Disneyland of wine found down south all together. Opt for overnights at Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs, where you can soak in their mineral rich waters or book in for a restorative mudslinger—a spa treatment that, when done with friends, feels like you're in a scene from I Love Lucy.