{"id":44971,"date":"2019-05-08T10:57:16","date_gmt":"2019-05-08T09:57:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weddingdates.co.uk\/blog\/?p=44971"},"modified":"2019-05-08T11:05:33","modified_gmt":"2019-05-08T10:05:33","slug":"planning-ultimate-hen-best-friend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/qa.weddingdates.co.uk\/blog\/planning-ultimate-hen-best-friend\/","title":{"rendered":"Planning the Ultimate Hen Do for Your Best Friend"},"content":{"rendered":"

Planning a hen party for your best friend can be an exciting yet at times, stressful experience. There may be dramas along the way, and you might face a few obstacles, but with a little bit of preparation and a clear focus, you will be well-equipped for hen party success. If the thought of strippers, inflatables, and feather boas send shivers down your spine, don\u2019t panic! There are plenty of cooler hen party alternatives<\/a> to arrange for your BFF to give her the send-off she deserves. Here are a few do\u2019s and don\u2019ts to get the party ball rolling\u2026<\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t plan your dream hen do<\/strong><\/h2>\n

It\u2019s important that you remember this is not your own hen do! While you might enjoy a luxe spa day, will the bride-to-be appreciate it as much as you? Think about her likes and dislikes, and be sure to take these into consideration when planning any activities. Just because you love something, doesn\u2019t mean the bride-to-be necessarily will too. This is definitely not the time to be selfish, so put the bride first and plan around her tastes.<\/p>\n

Do set a budget<\/strong><\/h2>\n

It\u2019s easy to get carried away when it comes to planning the ultimate hen party, so it\u2019s important that budgets are set early on. You will also need to consider what the rest of the party are thinking in terms of spend, and be understanding and accommodating of differing financial situations. Money is a sensitive topic, after all, and you don\u2019t want any of the hens to feel like they\u2019ve been priced out of the celebrations! This is definitely worth creating a group chat for; this way, everyone will be on the same wavelength and can agree on a few of the basics.<\/p>\n

As the organiser, you\u2019ll likely be the one responsible for paying deposits and then recouping the funds from the other hens. So it\u2019s important that you work out how much you can afford to be out of pocket while you gather up funds from everyone, and what you\u2019ll do if you find yourself in need of cash for an emergency while you\u2019re waiting for the hens to pay you back. Do you have savings or a 0% credit card that can cover you up to a point? Can you ask everyone to give you their money before anything is booked, so that you\u2019re not out of pocket at all? Or, can you ask a few of the hens to settle their bill with you sooner than planned to help your cashflow?<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve exhausted all the possible options,\u00a0 you could consider taking out a short-term loan<\/a> to make sure your emergency gets taken care of while you wait for the hens to pay you back. Borrowing like this should be treated as a last resort, but it\u2019s worth researching if you think it\u2019s an option you may need.As each of the hens sends their money across, you can repay the loan, with a goal of paying it back as soon as possible. Make sure you can afford the repayments without the money you\u2019re owed by the hens, though, just in case one of them starts dragging their feet about paying you back!<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t leave it until last minute<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Leaving the finer details until the last minute will only cause you unnecessary stress and panic! You may find that certain activities get booked up and are unavailable on the dates you want, or are more expensive to book at the last minute. Wherever possible, finalise all plans as soon as possible and ensure that everything is booked and everyone is aware of the schedule. It may seem over-the-top, but compiling an itinerary and emailing it to the everyone in the hen party is a good idea to ensure that all attendees understand the plan of action.<\/p>\n

Do think outside the box<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Hen parties have come a long way from the stereotypical clich\u00e9s of whistles and cowgirl hats. Try and think outside of the box here, and research unique hen party ideas that will set yours apart from the rest and create memories to last a lifetime. Themed afternoon teas<\/a>, gin tasting, pottery classes and glamping are all fun ideas you could incorporate into your weekend. How does a mini hen party festival sound? Pitch up a few tents, throw over some fairy lights, stock up on blankets and reminisce over toasted marshmallows!<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t forget to have fun<\/strong><\/h2>\n

It\u2019s party time! All of the hard work is now over, so it\u2019s time to let go of any stresses and make sure you have the best time possible. Don\u2019t overthink it, and try not to worry as this will only give off bad vibes and dampen spirits. Grab a cocktail and have the time of your life.<\/p>\n

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