December is around the corner, which means getaway season is officially here. The dates are set, the accommodation is booked, and the group chat has finally agreed on a destination. Now comes the best part: figuring out how to elevate your annual girls getaway to make it extra special.
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Taking your trip to the next level does not take a lot of effort or a packed schedule. Small, thoughtful details often make the biggest difference. Once all the main planning is out of the way, here is how to make your summer trip feel truly relaxed and memorable.
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Curate a playlist
Ask everyone to pick five of their favourite songs before the trip and add them to a shared playlist. Play the music on the drive, around the pool, or while making dinner. It sets an easy summer mood and brings back good memories long after the holiday ends.
Coordinate outfits
Choose a simple theme for one of your warm summer evenings out, like crisp white linen, bright sunset colours, or easy resort wear. Dressing up together makes the evening feel like a special occasion and leads to great group photos in the late afternoon sun.
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Get each other gifts
Each person brings one specific summer item for everyone in the group—like SPF lip balm, a hydrating face mist, a sheet mask, rehydration sachets, or local snacks. Handing them out together over your first drink means everyone walks away with a full, shared gift bag to kick off the trip.
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Create simple photoshoot spots throughout the trip
Make capturing memories effortless by picking key spots everywhere you go for quick group photos:
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At the villa: Set up a clean corner near a sunlit window, or by the poolside loungers as your dedicated photo backdrop.
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On day trips: Scope out picturesque stops ahead of time—like a wine estate garden, a coastal lookout point, or a charming coffee shop.
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Photo-friendly setups: Keep a small portable ring light, a tripod, or a Polaroid camera in your bag so taking group pictures is quick, easy, and stress-free for everyone.
Try something new together
Step out of your usual routine by trying an activity none of you have done before. Book a pottery or canvas painting workshop where you can create a piece to take home as a keepsake once it dries, or book a private sunset yoga class by the pool. Trying something new together brings everyone closer and creates the best holiday stories.
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