Gone are the days when bachelorette parties are simply a one-night affair. Lately, pre-wedding celebrations are nearly as important as the ceremony itself. And yet, you don't have to make your bridal party spend thousands of dollars just to rent a Las Vegas cabana for the day. Here are some of the best bachelorette party destinations that won't break the bank.

1. New Orleans, Louisiana

Take a page from Tiffany's book (and movie) and have your own girls' trip. Head to the NOLA for a bachelorette party for a trip filled with live jazz music, delicious food, and even some wildlife.

Benefits

• You can legally walk with alcohol in the streets
• The city parties all year round
• Great blend of delicious cheap eats and upscale restaurants

Suggestions

• central hotel, prices range from $59-$99/a night
• the infamous Bourbon Street Hand Grenade cocktail
• swamp tour, prices range from $39.50-$144, depending on group size
• haunted ghost or cemetery tour, average price from $25-50 per person

2. Seattle, Washington

Rumor has it that Seattle has become one of the most popular cities for millennials. With the beauty of nature and the bustle of a city, Seattle is an ideal bachelorette party destination.

Benefits

• Plenty of outdoor and indoor activities available
• Hip food and drinks everywhere (coffee, seafood, cocktails)
• Known for nightlife, especially dance clubs all around Pioneer Square

Suggestions

• hotel near Pike Place Market, prices range from $126-$179/a night
• drink with a view at Smith Town Observatory, $20 for two
• day trip to the mountains or national parks
• pub crawl to see some of Seattle's best breweries and microbreweries
  
  

 

Looking for some fun in the sun before your big day? Miami is the place for you. Between the pristine beaches and the non-stop nightlife, you and your bridal party will have too much to do.

Benefits

• Oceanfront lounging, drinking, and dining
• A location where everyone comes to celebrate
• Very affordable with a group of people

Suggestions

• beachside hotel, prices range from $63-$135/a night
• rent a catamaran for a day of tropical sailing, price determined by group size
• book a spa day for those hungover days, various prices
  
  

4. Austin, Texas

Get Southern hospitality and a thriving nightlife scene all in one. Head to Austin for your last fling before the ring.

Benefits

• It's a foodie's dream come true
• More than 50 wineries within an hour distance from the city center
• Tons of trails to walk off all the shots from the night before

Suggestions

• downtown hotel, prices range from $95-$155/a night
• full-day winery tour, various prices depending on group size
• scope out the food truck lot for eclectic eats
• group kayaking on the river, $60 for four people

5. Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Want to take your bachelorette party out of the U.S. without the expensive price tag? Cabo it is! What's better than beautiful beaches, sunny weather, and fiestas all day long? Nothing comes to mind.

Benefits

• Inclusive deals will save money on food and drink
• Plenty of group activities like snorkeling, boat rides, etc.
• Resorts eliminate the need for transportation/group designated driver

Suggestions

• inclusive waterfront resort, various prices
• visit the clear-water beaches
• swim with dolphins, $69-$119 per person
• tequila