Lavender Fields Forever
August 28, 2011 – 10:57 am |

Returning home to Michigan to spend some time with my mom this summer, I noticed a newspaper article she had clipped and tacked on the bulletin board next to her refrigerator. Written in June, the …

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Snow Skiing in North Carolina
January 4, 2012 – 6:00 am |
Snow Skiing in North Carolina

When it comes to snow skiing, you automatically think of Vermont, Colorado or Utah, right? Well, push aside any preconceived notions you may have about the South, and re-think your answer. In the high country …

First in Glass: Seeing Toledo Clearly
September 21, 2011 – 9:49 am |
First in Glass: Seeing Toledo Clearly

Never on my bucket list of road-trip destinations, it wasn’t until I actually went to Toledo, Ohio that I understood why so many Midwesterner’s defend their beloved city. Friendly, affordable, and accessible by plane, train, …

Grab the Girls and Head to Innisbrook
August 1, 2011 – 6:00 am |
Grab the Girls and Head to Innisbrook

Located near Tampa, Fla., Innisbrook, a Salamander® golf and spa resort, welcomes girlfriends to explore its 900 acres situated just a few miles from the Florida coastline and the Gulf of Mexico. From the top-notch …

Escape with the Girls to San Antonio
July 29, 2011 – 7:56 pm |
Escape with the Girls to San Antonio

Who doesn’t love getting away with the girls now and then? It’s a wonderful time to relax and recharge, and San Antonio offers a prime spot to do just that. Whether on the go or …

Renee’s of Sharyland, The Ultimate Girlfriend Treat
June 17, 2011 – 6:00 am |
Renee’s of Sharyland, The Ultimate Girlfriend Treat

If a gal wants a fun girlfriend retreat or if mom wants to score some points with her daughter (tween or teen), take your gal buddy or daughter to Renee’s of Sharyland in Mission, Texas.

Women in Nature in Sioux Falls, SD
June 15, 2011 – 3:09 pm |
Women in Nature in Sioux Falls, SD

Get your nature on at the The Outdoor Campus in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on June 25 for the 3rd Annual Women’s Try-It Day.

Girlfriend Getaways in Atlanta’s Four Corners
June 9, 2011 – 6:00 am |
Girlfriend Getaways in Atlanta’s Four Corners

Atlanta offers a lot of great attractions, entertainment, restaurants and accommodations for any size or style of girlfriend getaway. But sometimes it’s great to escape the hustle and bustle of the city for something a little more relaxed. Head out from Atlanta in just about any direction, and you’ll find some prime destinations for your next road trip with the girls.

Chicago Improv: Laughing All The Way Home
June 5, 2011 – 7:00 am |
Chicago Improv: Laughing All The Way Home

Considered the birthplace of modern improvisational comedy, Chicago is home to iO Theater, one of the most famous improv theater companies in the world.

Top 5 Places to go with Girlfriends When You’re in Tulsa, Oklahoma
May 25, 2011 – 7:27 am |
Top 5 Places to go with Girlfriends When You’re in Tulsa, Oklahoma

An affordable city to visit, Tulsa is old enough to be full of rich cultural history but modern enough to offer the conveniences of home. Known for Western Swing music, Tulsa is the birthplace of US Route 66. If that doesn’t get you in the mood to take a road trip, here are some Top 5 suggestions that will.

Guest Post: Key Largo to Key West
May 12, 2011 – 6:32 am |
Guest Post: Key Largo to Key West

They Florida Keys are a 125-mile long string of islands, bordered on the west by Florida Bay and the Everglades National Park backcountry, and to the east by the Atlantic Ocean. An ideal escape from winter in the Midwest, this guest post explains how to have make the most of a Key Largo to Key West road trip.

Guest Post: Inflatable Kayaking on Lake Okanagan
May 4, 2011 – 5:00 pm |
Guest Post: Inflatable Kayaking on Lake Okanagan

Kayaking Lake Okanagan in British Columbia, Canada is an adventure for girlfriends who love to travel and spend time outdoors.

Guest Post: Wheeler by the Bay, Wheeler, Oregon
May 1, 2011 – 5:41 pm |
Guest Post: Wheeler by the Bay, Wheeler, Oregon

Although the 21st century has given us tremendous technological advancements, sometimes it’s important to unplug and be able to shut off the computer and cell phone and remember a simpler time. There’s no better place to do just that than the Oregon Coast, and specifically a little town called Wheeler.

Fashion Resource: Shopping in Chicago
April 22, 2011 – 10:23 am |
Fashion Resource: Shopping in Chicago

Gaining momentum on The Big Apple and L.A., Chicago is emerging as a “Top 3″ contender in the fast-paced fashion industry. With more than 400 designers and 350 independent fashion boutiques, here are three forward thinking “must stop” shops on your next shopping trip through the Windy City.

Guest Post: Sea Kayak Adventures on Vancouver Island
March 26, 2011 – 8:01 pm |
Guest Post: Sea Kayak Adventures on Vancouver Island

One of the most beautiful, romantic, relaxing places on earth, Vancouver Island is also home to Canada Sea Kayak Adventures, a national geographic pick for both tour and destination. Spend a week on the water, eating gourmet food, lounging, doing yoga, or out and about taking it all in.

Top 10 Spring Festivals for Girlfriend Getaways 2011
March 9, 2011 – 1:57 pm |
Top 10 Spring Festivals for Girlfriend Getaways 2011

Spring brings with it warmer temps, fragrant flowers and a renewal of the spirit. Road Trips for Girlfriends has sought out the top 10 spring festivals we think provide a wonderful getaway where you and your closest gal pals can get together and rejuvenate your souls.

Guest Post: Mud City, the Ultimate Gal-Pal Spa Getaway
March 2, 2011 – 8:51 am |
Guest Post: Mud City, the Ultimate Gal-Pal Spa Getaway

While most kids have played in the mud, Calistoga, Calif., in the Napa Valley offers girlfriends a wonderful way to renew, recharge and pamper while playing in the mud. And gal pals who play together, stay together.

Guest Post: Granlibakken – A Quiet Ski Gem for Girlfriends
February 14, 2011 – 6:45 pm |
Guest Post: Granlibakken – A Quiet Ski Gem for Girlfriends

Granlibakken Conference Center and Lodge at Lake Tahoe offers a wonderful low-profile, relaxing way to experience a girlfriend skiing getaway in the beautiful Sierra Nevada, without crowds, lines and noise.

Guest Post: A Girlfriend Getaway to the Ice Hotel
February 7, 2011 – 4:16 pm |
Guest Post: A Girlfriend Getaway to the Ice Hotel

By Carmel L. Mooney
Every year, for less than three months, a wonder of frozen water brings visitors from around the world into a mesmerizing world of sleeted chandeliers, an indoor polar slide, ornate frozen furniture …

Three Tips for Girlfriend Getaways to New York City
January 31, 2011 – 11:33 am |
Three Tips for Girlfriend Getaways to New York City

I’ve always dreamed of going to New York City: the lights of Times Square, the busy streets, the lush green of Central Park, the food–I wanted to see and experience it all. After many years, …

Guest Post: Night Skiing at the Luminary Loppet
January 11, 2011 – 8:32 am |
Guest Post: Night Skiing at the Luminary Loppet

Those of us who’ve had children are often overwhelmed at the idea of exercise after the birth of a child. Not only are we sleep deprived, but we’re also feeling a lot less sexy in …

Top 10 Fall Festivals for Girlfriends
October 8, 2010 – 9:52 pm |
Top 10 Fall Festivals for Girlfriends

With the arrival of colder temperatures and changing leaves, fall brings with a wealth of festivals and events that set the stage for an ideal girlfriend getaway. While nothing beats a road trip with your …

Rochester, Minnesota Sans Minivan
June 15, 2010 – 8:51 pm |
Rochester, Minnesota Sans Minivan

Road Trips for Families traveled to Rochester, Minnesota on a girlfriends weekend. Sans minivans, four girlfriends enjoyed art, culture, history, relaxation, and even a trip down the hotel water slide.

A Rocky Mountain Area Mother's Day Getaway
May 4, 2010 – 1:40 pm |
A Rocky Mountain Area Mother's Day Getaway

Still have not made plans with Mom yet for Mother’s Day?  I promise it is not too late to plan an impromptu road trip with Mom.  Sometimes the best trips are the ones that are …

A Mother's Day Road Trip Along the Shawnee Wine Trail
April 20, 2010 – 1:34 pm |
A Mother's Day Road Trip Along the Shawnee Wine Trail

Still looking for more ideas for a Mother’s Day Road Trip with Mom?  Our sister site Road Trips For Wine recently posted an article about The Shawnee Hills Wine Trail.  The trail, located in Southern …

Getaway Escapes Just For Moms & Daughters
April 11, 2010 – 4:48 pm |
Getaway Escapes Just For Moms & Daughters

What better way than to show Mom how appreciative we are of all the things she has done for us in our life than by not just spending some time with her, but by finding a great getaway or short adventure that you would both enjoy. Finding a getaway with the perfect balance of activities that you can do together as well as the option to enjoy a little alone time is the key. Some amazing resorts both you and Mom can love along with a California adventure that even your teen daughter might enjoy.

Colorado's wine country
August 30, 2009 – 6:42 pm |
Colorado's wine country

Western Colorado is home to two of the best “wine trails” in the country. Steal away to the Grand Valley and Grand Elks wine trails with nearly 35 wineries, vineyards and tasting rooms between them.

Maine – Weekend in Northern Paradise
August 15, 2009 – 6:42 pm |
Maine – Weekend in Northern Paradise

In spite of its reputation for great food and spectacular scenery, many people have never been to Maine. Since Maine offers an endless array of activities and numerous scenic and pampering inns, so it’s a great choice for a girlfriends road trip. Thanks to Ann Ewing at FrontBurner in Portland, for this great post about traveling to Maine!

Sand and sun reward girlfriends on the drive to Key West
August 10, 2009 – 6:43 pm |
Sand and sun reward girlfriends on the drive to Key West

Just one tank of gas away from Miami, FL and an easy drive is your already in south Florida, Key West is a trip on top of being a roadtrip. Girlfriends can escape to Key West via US Highway 1 and take in the majestic scenery cruising over the sparkling waters. Once you’re there, drop your inhibition on the beach and enjoy the relaxed lifestyle of the Florida Keys.

Mark Twain would recommend this girl's weekend
August 6, 2009 – 6:43 pm |
Mark Twain would recommend this girl's weekend

Pick your own date at The Garth Woodside Mansion in Hannibal, MO for a no boys allowed roadtrip destination.