by Becky Talks | Jan 3, 2020 | Girls Night Out Photos, Just For Fun
Partying on a boat keeps the festivities contained, and it can even keep costs down. As you can bring many of the supplies with you or plan around a single service providing everything you need, there is less stress and effort to coordinate these parties. Here’s everything you need to know to get started with your party planning.
Safety First
Make sure that you discuss with your party the general safety guidelines, such as where to find life vests and how to use them in an emergency. Also, go over with the boat operator or rental service where you can find the appropriate safety flags and flares.
What Is Allowed on the Boat
Alcohol may be allowed on a boat, but depending on the company that you’re renting from, you may be restricted on what you bring onto the vessel. There may be other prohibitions against food, sharp objects, liters, fireworks and more.
Everything comes down to what the owner of the boat wants to permit. You can choose to rent a boat through a party planning service or an official boat rental company. Keep in mind that no one can rent out a boat without the proper licensing.
Know the Laws
If you are not operating the boat, then you can drink alcohol without worry. Drinking while boating is only an issue if you are the one operating the vessel. It’s important to understand that drinking while driving a boat is a crime. It will count as Operating While Intoxicated, or OWI, which is the official term for a DUI. Recent changes in laws make it so that operating a boat while intoxicated may result in your losing your license to drive any vehicle, including your car.
How to Decide When the Party Begins and Ends
Planning bachelorette parties, a “Dirty 30” or just a girl’s night out shouldn’t come with restrictions. But when you’re renting a boat for a party, your service package or planner will need to know a start and end time.
From the time that you book your party, you might want to figure about being on the water for three or four hours. This time frame is usually a good starting point, but discuss it with the other people attending. If your boat party isn’t the only stop that night, you might want to choose a smaller time frame on the boat.
Your boat party will be great as long as you carefully go through safety rules, know the laws, plan ahead and have a start and end time. Keep these tips in mind as you begin planning.
by Becky Talks | Oct 7, 2019 | Girls Night Out Photos
Planning a unique and unforgettable bachelorette party is a piece of wedding cake when you think outside of the box. Imagine combining your favorite things to do with something you’ve always wanted to do. Then, add your friends and loved ones, and you have the perfect recipe for an unforgettable bachelorette experience that doesn’t include a spa. Here are some fantastic ideas for making your bachelorette party something to talk about.
Go Boating
Boating is a fun and relaxing way to spend quality time with your besties as you celebrate your upcoming special day. Whether you want to cruise around on the lake or prefer the ocean, determine what kind of craft you want to set sail on. Yachts are a blast for larger groups and are great if you want to increase the size of your party. Sailboats offer a smaller venue for you and your bachelorette crew to unwind and listen to the wind while sipping wine but give you an authentic seafaring experience. Onboard safety is imperative, so be sure to check out what a boating excursion entails prior to booking.
Try a Hot Air Balloon Ride with Wine Tasting
Hot air balloons are a great way to have fun as they whisk you and your party up and away. Breathtaking views of the surrounding nature is a soothing and peaceful way to enjoy the company of your closest friends and family. Afterward, set off to a lovely nearby vineyard to experience the tastes of the local wine. Before you book your hot air balloon party, it’s a good idea to research the tour operator first to find reviews and safety ratings.
Plan a Camping Adventure
The outdoors offers an endless amount of bachelorette fun as you take your girlfriends on a camping adventure. Enjoy sitting around a crackling campfire, roasting marshmallows for s’mores and sipping champagne. Gaze at the starry night and savor the special moments you’re creating with your gals. There’s no need to rough it entirely if you prefer more civilized accommodations. Book reservations for glamping tents that include indoor facilities.
Go Horseback Riding After a Champagne Lunch
Grab your friends and head for the ranch as you enjoy the majestic beauty of the mountains on horseback. Guided trail rides and a champagne lunch kick off a good time as you relax and get ready to partake in the nightlife at the ranch. Explore the wilderness with your girlfriends as you go on a guided tour or hike in the local surroundings. Before booking your dude-ranch getaway, make sure to research the local wildlife and pack for the outdoors as many ranches have a dress code for riding horses.
Every bride-to-be wants her bachelorette party to be one of the most memorable and special times she shares with her best friends. Finding unique and fun activities to do inspires everyone to share and participate in the love and excitement that revolves around the bride’s most precious day. Planning the most unforgettable bachelorette party ensures that the memories created will last a lifetime.
