The Latest Bachelor Party Travel Trends in the United States

The biggest trend in the bachelor party industry has been the destination bachelor party weekend. This is the time when good friends gather around to enjoy, laugh with, and share some of the final adventures of the single and to share in the celebration of his or her single send-off. In addition to celebrating, these events can foster a deeper connection, inspire discussions about relationships, and serve as a reminder of the friendships that are worth nurturing at every age. Bachelor party teams are a group of guys who are acquainted with the groom in some capacity throughout his lifetime. They could be childhood friends, college roommates, fraternity brothers, long-time friends, and a couple of newer ones he’s picked up over the years. That’s part of what makes the bachelor weekend one of the most memorable experiences, when all those friendships are brought together in one place! 

The destination cities are selected according to their interests and what kind of trip they would like to have. Some groups focus their weekend on golf or a big sporting event; others are interested in pool parties, boating, good restaurants, nightlife, and private entertainment. The destination is part of the bachelor party; the whole weekend is about what the groom and his closest friends enjoy doing together. We’ve identified four great destination bachelor party cities, based on what each one has to offer and what kind of bachelor weekends can be created around them.

Bachelor Golf Trip Trends in Scottsdale, Arizona

Scottsdale has become a top destination for bachelor groups, especially those building their trip around golf and partying. Between the hundreds of golf courses, epic pool parties, and party-friendly vacation rentals, it’s easy to plan a multi-day bachelor weekend with something different to do every day. Groups flying into Scottsdale can book an early tee time to beat the desert heat and spend the morning on the green with their friends. Even golf can become part of the entertainment. Some groups are adding Golf Caddie Companions to their round, hiring local caddies for every four golfers to ride along, drive the cart, help select clubs, serve drinks where permitted, and give the groom some extra attention. 

It turns several hours on the golf course into another bachelor party experience, rather than something the guys do before the real partying starts. After golf, the rest of the weekend can be built around the pool, a private hibachi chef at the vacation rental with new campaigns, a night out in Old Town Scottsdale, or whatever else the group has planned.

Pool Party Trends in San Diego 

San Diego is a popular bachelor party destination because there is so much to do during a long weekend. Groups can spend the day boating, fishing, or surfing, hit the beach, check out great restaurants, and head to the bars and nightclubs at night. San Diego has a lot to offer. 

Pool parties have also become a popular part of the San Diego bachelor weekend, especially for groups renting vacation homes with pools. Throw in some food, Bikini Bartenders, party games, and bachelor party entertainment, and the group can spend a whole day lounging by the pool. These casual events also provide ample time for flirting, chatting, meeting new people, and just enjoying a fun weekend, which is a great way to make the most of being single before becoming part of a couple. If guys wish to take their pool party to the next level, add Pool Party Girls to bring the entertainment right to them. They hang out with the guys, serve drinks, join in games like beer pong, and keep the party going all afternoon. 

Pro Party Tip: San Diego takes nighttime noise seriously, especially in vacation rental neighborhoods like Mission Beach. Keep the party under control after 10 PM, and always check your rental’s rules for noise, guests, and private entertainment before planning a pool party.

Yacht Party Trends in Miami

Miami will always attract bachelor groups with its white sand beaches, great restaurants, and legendary nightlife. South Beach puts it all together, from days on the beach to rooftop bars, lounges, and nightclubs after dark. But one of the biggest bachelor party trends we’re seeing in Miami happens right on the water. Chartering a private yacht has become a popular way to turn a day on the water into one of the main events of the bachelor weekend.

A yacht party gives the group a more private experience. They can play their own music, bring their own food and drinks, and spend several hours together enjoying the turquoise-blue waters of the Atlantic. Depending on the charter, groups can also add swimming, floats, jet skis, or other fun water activities. Bachelor party groups are also personalizing their yacht parties by hiring Yacht Party Girls. They hang out with the guys, dance, pour and serve drinks, and keep the party going while everyone enjoys the yacht. With Miami sunshine, your closest friends, and a chartered yacht, the day on the water can easily become one of the best parts of the entire bachelor trip.

Bachelor Party Food Trends in Austin

Austin has become a favorite bachelor party destination for its live music, nightlife, and Texas atmosphere. But food has become a big part of the bachelor weekend too. From Texas barbecue to private chefs cooking at the vacation rental, groups are making food part of the experience.

Barbecue lovers have plenty of reasons to choose Austin, including its world-class Central Texas-style barbecue. A barbecue stop is almost a given for many groups, but another trend is bringing memorable food experiences right to the vacation rental. When planning breakfast for the group, you no longer need to go out. Bad Girl Productions offers their famous package, Legs and Eggs™, where beautiful chefs come to the house or private rental to prepare breakfast, with options like breakfast burritos or pancakes and eggs, then keep the party going with dances and games.

Hibachi dinners are another food trend bachelor groups are bringing directly to their vacation rentals. An at-home hibachi chef can be paired with a Bikini Bartender or private mixologist, turning dinner into part of the night’s entertainment. The chef brings the grill and fresh ingredients and cooks right in front of the group, with options like fried rice, vegetables, steak, chicken, shrimp, salmon, scallops, or lobster, along with plenty of sake. Between Austin’s barbecue and restaurants, Legs and Eggs™ for breakfast and hibachi at the vacation rental, there’s no reason food should be an afterthought on a bachelor trip. This is one destination where the bachelor weekend is destined to satisfy your appetite.

The Personalized Bachelor Weekend Is the Biggest Trend 

The biggest trend connecting all of these destinations is personalization. Guys aren’t traveling across the country just to recreate the same bachelor party in a different city. They’re choosing destinations based on what the groom and his friends actually enjoy doing together. They pick a destination based on what personalized experiences they can enjoy. 

That might mean building a Scottsdale weekend around golf, renting a San Diego beach house with a pool, spending a day on a yacht in Miami, or planning an Austin trip around great food, live music, and nightlife.  The traditional bachelor party isn’t disappearing; it’s getting bigger. One night of celebrating can now become several days of golf, food, boating, pool parties, nightlife, and private entertainment, all built around the groom. That’s what makes a destination bachelor party worth the trip.

Choosing a Bachelor Party Agency That Keeps Up With the Trends

As destination bachelor parties have changed, the companies planning the entertainment have had to change with them. Bad Girl Productions® and Phoenix Bachelor Party have built their bachelor party experiences around the way groups are traveling today. Groups can book experiences like Golf Caddie Companions, Pool Party Girls, Yacht Party Girls, Legs and Eggs™, Bikini Bartenders, Hibachi Chefs, and other entertainment throughout the weekend.

When choosing an agency for a destination bachelor party, look for a company with an established history, independent reviews, Clear pricing, safe payment methods, contract documents, and portfolios of entertainers to look at beforehand. Most importantly, select a company that is aware that today’s bachelor party isn’t actually one huge night! The whole destination weekend can be a once-in-a-lifetime event for your group if you choose the right agency. Whether it’s a casual dinner with friends or a new friend formed through a first meeting and a conversation, a good party can have plenty of tales to tell well after the festivities are over.