Are you organising a hen do abroad but wondering where would make for the most glam hen party destination for a girls' getaway? Well it seems the top spot has many brides-to-be saying "Oh là là "! We've got so many tips for planning a destination hen party and now the chicest Euroean city for just that has been revealed.
Quelle surprise! Paris was the European city that topped the list of most glamorous spots to be with your favourite ladies, beating out destinations like Santorini, Rome, Lisbon, London and Ibiza. It's little surprise really as Paris is a metropolitan melting pot that oozes romance, culture and effortless style making it the perfect place to hit with your girlfriends before heading down the aisle.
The results of research conducted by DMG Media with Amárach Research*, saw almost one in five women surveyed, choosing the City of Light as their preferred destination for a glam girls’ getaway. No doubt because there are so many fun and fabulous activities on offer that make for an unforgettable hen do itinerary - from chic classes like macaron or perfume making, to getting a more demure dose of culture by going museum-hopping, or soaking up the sights on a boat tour on the River Seine.
And of course the shopping - whether that new and vintage style finds or antique gems for your home! Why not get your Emily in Paris on, get glammed up, and hit an uber-chic rooftop bar for cocktails?
Finding a gorgeous place to stay is such an integral factor when it comes to pulling off a perfect hen party abroad and we've picked our top five favourite boutique hotels in Paris for a uber-stylish stay to whittle down your search:
- JK Place - For its incredible new spa in collaboration with skincare brand Noble Panacea.
- Hôtel Dame des Arts - For its rooftop terrace with 360-degree views of the city, including the Eiffel Tower.
- Hotel Madame Rêve - The enormous ground floor cafe of this cathedral-like old post office building has eight-foot ceilings and impeccable decor.
- Soho House Paris - This exclusive five-storey apartment block boasts a rooftop plunge pool.
- Hôtel Costes - For its very, very late and louche night bar with cool music and sublime cocktails.
These are guaranteed hot spots that will elevate your hen do to Insta-worthy new heights whether you opt to stay the night, enjoy a spa day or Hammam there, or simply indulge in food and cocktails in one of the chic eateries or super cool rooftop bars.
But which other European destinations made the top five you might be wondering? Well, with 16% of the votes, the Greek island of Santorini came in second place. The sun-soaked spot with Cycladic houses dotted on the hills blending with the sparkling sea and the sky provide a neverending array of photo opportunities. There is a wide array of cool beach bars, clubs and cocktail bars so when the sun sets the fun really begins.
It was a tie between Rome and Barcelona in third place with 9% of the votes apiece. So, there's no question if you're planning on jetting off for a sunny destination hen do this summer that you won't have to go too far!
Lisbon rounded out the top five glam hen party destination spots and it's another incredible city that will have something for absolutely everyone in your hen group.
*Survey conducted by DMG Media with Amárach Research, 561 women participated and 19% chose Paris as the most glam destination in Europe for a girls’ getaway.
If you're just starting on your hen do planning journey, our Hen Party 101 Guide is a must-read! We also have a handy guide of Hen Party Ideas to inspire you.