WEDDINGS & HONEYMOONS HENS & STAGS DESTINATIONS


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ention the words ‘hen’ or ‘stag’ and there’s a solid


cluster of resorts that would immediately balk. But while the traditional dos are still going strong, hen and stag weekends are no longer just about butlers in the buff, blow-up dolls and beefy men sporting bridal veils. Well sometimes they are, but


they’re being combined with higher-brow activities – cultural weekends, spa breaks, ski trips and week-long getaways to far-flung destinations, for example – helping you bag some extra bookings. Here are some easy-to-sell ideas to suit all budgets and tastes.


 SAVE The night out: Didn’t think you could earn commission by


booking clients a night out? Think again. Super Break offers Friday Night Out packages designed exactly for this kind of thing, including a package to Leeds that combines a night staying at The Met Leeds with a welcome drink, three-course meal at ASK and entry to Pryzm nightclub. Suggest staying on the next day if they’ve got energy - there’s plenty to see, from the Victorian, mosaic-tiled shopping arcades to the Henry Moore Institute, showcasing modern sculptures from around the world. Book it: The Leeds package costs from £65 per person. superbreak.com/agents The fly-and-flop: For larger hen or stag groups wanting to flit away into the sun, suggest renting a private property. CV


Villas recommends the stylish Villa Bona Estada in Majorca for a modern, good-value option sleeping up to 12. There’s a garden complete with private pool, table tennis, terrace and built-in barbecue, and it’s handily located a five-minute drive from Alcudia – meaning buzzing nightlife, beaches and the historic old town are within easy reach. Book it: A week starts at £2,315 (£192 per person for 12 sharing), including maid service. Flights are extra. cvvillas.com


 SPEND The spa weekend: Hen groups seeking some spa time will find plenty of choice, but for a luxury escape that combines a secluded getaway with


proximity to the city, suggest the Culloden Estate & Spa in Belfast. There’s a dedicated Ladies Spa Escape package – including an exfoliation treatment, Espa aromatherapy facial, personalised massage and lunch for £190 – as well as afternoon tea packages. And when they’re done being pampered there’s a raft of things to do beyond the estate, from Game of Thrones tours in the region and trips to Bushmills whiskey distillery, to walks on the North Downs Coastal Path and a night on the town. Book it: Rooms from £125 per person per night on a B&B basis. hastingshotels.com The city break: No hen and stag list would be complete without mentioning the all-important city break. Tui suggests


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