Your Itinerary
THURSDAY:
Arrive in Austin’s International Airport (AUS)
Transport to hotel
- Check into hotel
- First spa appointments
- Dinner and wine at resort
FRIDAY:
- Breakfast at or near resort
- Morning yoga or meditation session
- Stop by store to get drinks for party bus tour
- Dinner at The Oasis
SATURDAY:
- Morning spa treatment
- Afternoon hike or horseback ride at resort
- Check out the Alpine Coaster in Austin
- Dinner at resort
SUNDAY:
- Sleep in
- Shopping downtown
MONDAY:
- Check out of resort
- Depart from Austin International Airport (AUS)
Austin, TX is the perfect destination for you and your girls to let off some steam for a weekend. The city is home to fine dining, authentic Texas eateries, amazing luxury, all-inclusive hotels with an emphasis on wellness, and a never-ending list of things to do.
Lake Austin Spa Resort
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Voted the Top Destination Spa in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler, Lake Austin Spa Resort is an all-inclusive, luxury getaway in the outskirts of Austin. The resort is situated on Lake Austin and is surrounded by hills and forests which provides a quiet respite, the perfect backdrop for a girls’ getaway! Consider this gem an “adults-only, self-care summer camp”.
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You and your girls can enjoy your charming suite, get star treatment at the spa, explore the grounds, take a kayak out on the lake, take a cooking class, and sip wine over the three meals that will be included with your stay - the sky’s the limit during your stay at Lake Austin!
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At the LakeHouse Spa, melt into true relaxation during a massage or facial, book advanced skincare and body treatments, and participate in water-based wellness activities like floating meditation and aquatic massage. They’ll even make special arrangements for groups! The spa also offers a variety of packages, like Texas Starry Night, For The Love Of Water, and Half Day Away.
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Lake Austin’s accommodations offer a “casual elegance”: perfectly blending the approachability of southern hospitality and charm with the high class elegance of luxury. Their Premier Hot Tub Cottage and Signature Suite would be perfect for your girls’ getaway; you’ll have plenty of indoor and outdoor space for hanging out, custom furniture, a fireplace, a private patio, and lush bedding and bath products for a mini spa experience in your room.
Miraval Austin
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Situated in the Balcones Canyon Preserve, with views spanning over 280 acres in each direction, Miraval Austin is a true wellness getaway with a special emphasis on nature and mindfulness.
The beauty of Austin’s hill country combined with Miraval’s peaceful and luxurious spaces is the perfect combination for you and your girls to reach maximum rejuvenation on a weekend vacation.
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The accommodations at Miraval are described as “simple and serene,” with light, contemporary touches, tons of natural light, and stunning views of the canyon outside your windows. Miraval’s roomy suites are the perfect size for your group as its apartment-style living with private studios, custom bedding, in-room meditation channels, a mini fridge, filtered water, and even Himalayan singing bowls for that extra touch of mindfulness.
The main attraction at Miraval is the Life In Balance Spa: a one-of-a-kind mindfulness-focused wellness spa that offers lush services such as body renewal rituals, ancient Ayurveda practices, acupuncture, Thai massage, and Crystal Energy Work. Life In Balance utilizes ancient Eastern meditation and breathing practices in their numerous massage and facial options, and they even offer crowd favorites like mani/pedis, hair treatments, and even special treatments for mothers-to-be!
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To enhance your experience at Miraval, the spa professionals implement a Digital Mindfulness philosophy in which guests are highly encouraged to use personal devices in the privacy of their rooms and avoid bringing the noise of the outside world into their serene spa areas. You’ll also notice that when you book, you’ll be prompted to “set your intention” through Miraval’s Intention Inspiration Quiz, which will set you and your girls up for success at this weekend retreat.
When you have energy you need to burn, fun indoor and outdoor activities are around every corner on Miraval’s grounds. Take a yoga class, participate in a ropes course, go stand-up paddleboarding, go hiking, kayaking, explore the farms, and visit the horse stables.
Miraval is big on all-inclusive packages because they want to take the guesswork out of their guests’ stay! We highly recommend booking your stay with Miraval through one of their carefully curated packages like the Unlimited, which includes a $175 nightly resort credit, access to their on-site dining options and, of course, their award-winning spa.
Even more, when you use this exclusive self-booking tool, you’ll receive:
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Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom
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$100 USD hotel credit per person, per stay, to be utilized during stay (not applicable to alcohol or retail, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full, not combinable with other offers unless indicated)
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Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
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Complimentary Wi-Fi
Dining In Austin
When you’re not unwinding at your spa resort outside the city, you’re eventually going to want to venture closer to the city to see what Austin is famous for - food!
The Oasis On Lake Travis
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One of the best outdoor dining experiences in Austin, The Oasis serves up delicious, hearty Tex-Mex dishes on a tiered deck overlooking Lake Travis. Indulge in their house nachos, quesadillas, fajitas, enchiladas, burgers, seafood, and house cocktails like margaritas, bloody mary’s, and local craft beers.
Address:
6550 Comanche Trail
Austin, TX 78732
Hours:
Monday - Friday: 11:30AM - 9PM
Saturday: 11AM - 9:30PM
Sunday: 11AM - 9PM
Taquero Mucho
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You’ll definitely want to bring your camera for this experience! Taquero Mucho in Austin is a dining and photo-op session all wrapped into one. This would be a fantastic option for weekend brunch or one of their weekday happy hours! The atmosphere is an Instagram dream: pink everywhere, an aesthetic bar, and photo-worthy drinks and dishes.
You’ll also want to share the margarita flight, the “We Gucci” margarita, and their house-made tequila-infused honey. For food, try their delicious asada, quesadilla, and tortas!
Address:
11101 Burnet Rd Suite #A-170
Austin, TX 78758
Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 11AM - 10PM
Friday: 11AM - 12AM
Saturday: 10AM - 12AM
Sunday: 10AM - 10PM
Sign Bar
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Another super Instagrammable spot to grab some refreshments is the iconic Sign Bar! This brand new nostalgia dream started as a passion for collecting vintage restaurant signs; now, guests can be transported back in time by their sheer volume of authentic memorabilia.
Think of Sign Bar as an immersive experience; they have a full bar along with a vast array of food trucks serving up authentic Texas barbecue, Mexican food, Tex-Mex, and so much more. There will be something for everyone in your group at Sign Bar!
Plan to spend a good amount of time here because you’ll want to try all the unique cocktails and local brews on their menu like blackberry mules, spicy margaritas, Old Fashioneds, and their iconic Bloody Mary during their weekend brunch.
Address:
9909 FM 969 Bldg 3
Austin, TX 78724
Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 4PM - 2AM
Friday - Sunday: 11AM - 2AM
Fun Things To Do In Austin
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Nothing screams “girls’ weekend” like a party bus! Combine that with bottomless mimosas and an included photoshoot, and your girls ought to be sold.
Ride around town in style through this exclusive Austin Murals Tour. Highly popular among bachelorette groups and besties on vacation alike, this tour allows you and your girls to see all of Austin’s most popular murals by being passengers on a roofless party bus.
There is a cooler on board if you’d like to bring your own alcoholic beverages, and you’ll also be stopping at Freddo ATX for mimosas along the way. Each stop includes a photoshoot in front of the mural until you get the perfect shot. This tour is a great way to see the city without the hassle of driving yourself and you get some fun memorabilia to take home!
Texas’s Only Alpine Coaster
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For the thrillseekers in your group, scope out that adrenaline rush at Cliff Carver, the very first Alpine coaster in the state of Texas! This mile-long, gravity-propelled sled coasts down the side of a small mountain that offers breathtaking views of the Austin area. The sled only goes a maximum of 25 mph so even your most timid friend can muster the courage to give it a go! Plus, the brakes allow the riders (maximum of 2 per sled) to go at their own pace.
It costs $20 per person or $35 for a pair and you can reserve your sled time online. Getting