Guide to a Girlfriend Getaway

Grab your gal pals, it’s time for a girlfriend getaway right here in Laurel, Mississippi! Plan a day of shopping with your favorite ladies, book a rejuvenating spa day, savor evening sips at a wine night and make meaningful memories with all the wonderful women in your life. To help you plan your next vacation, we’re sharing some of the best ways to spend time with your best friends!

Time for a Sleepover 

Begin your stay by checking into one of Laurel’s finest lodging accommodations. The Grandiflora Bed and Breakfast is one of the luxury bed and breakfasts in the area and provides charming suites for each member of your girl group. This lavish location is the perfect place to kick off a weekend with your best friends!

If you're interested in the ultimate glamping experience, check out The Lodge at Sweetwater. Here, indulge in a relaxing retreat and spend the night in one of the deluxe cottage and glamping tent options. The peace and quiet is sure to leave you feeling refreshed.

For a place that offers the opportunity to spend a cozy night in and a night out at the same time, The Buzzard’s Roost has it all. Enjoy a relaxing stay in one of their artfully crafted rooms renovated by Ben and Erin Napier and seen on HGTV’s hit series, Home Town. Downstairs, visitors can even grab a bite or beverage at the restaurant and bar on site!

Shop Til’ You Drop

After settling into your cozy space for the weekend, hit the town for a healthy dose of retail therapy. Shop all the latest looks at local boutiques like It’s What a Girl Wants and Allie’s on Magnolia.

For all our Home Town fans, pick up signature souvenirs from establishments seen on TV! The Laurel Mercantile provides a little bit of everything you need. Shop for home decor, apparel, and more–all in the same place! Don’t forget to swing by their Scent Library to take home your new favorite smell, or snag a special piece for your kitchen from Scotsman General Store and Woodshop–like a maple serving board or French rolling pin manufactured locally.

If you’re in search of your new self-care essentials, bring home bubbly bath bombs and creamy body butters from Buff City Soap. Fill your bag with fresh and floral smells and let the relaxing begin. For those looking to refresh their space with seasonal decor or home furnishings, head to Rubie’s Home Furnishings or Holi-Daze Decor & More to find the perfect addition to your home.

Lounge With Your Ladies

Speaking of relaxing–it wouldn’t be a girlfriend getaway without a revitalizing trip to the spa! Renew Medi Spa offers an array of treatments for you to choose from. Book a hot stone massage, enhanced by aromatherapy to fully unwind. Next, receive a hydrating facial that will leave you feeling soothed and stress-free.

Afterwards, a yummy dinner awaits you and your friends! So many options- you can head to The Loft or Edgar’s for a sizzling steak dinner and cocktails or try the newly opened Homeslice Pizza Co. to share a pie and enjoy a round of frose! Finish off your trip by enjoying weekend brunch at Bird Dog the next morning or schedule an afternoon tea there during your stay. We can’t think of a better way to spend quality time with your girls!

With so many places to stay, play and dine–Laurel is the ideal destination for a girlfriend getaway for any group. To learn more about our charming town, visit our website and start planning your gals vacation today!