Tips for Planning Perfect Girls’ Weekend Getaways in Virginia Lansdowne | April 1, 2024September 11, 2025 Maybe it’s been forever since you’ve been away with your friends. Or maybe you and your squad have standing vacation dates on the books every single year. Either way, we’re sharing tips for planning perfect girls’ weekend getaways in Virginia that will have you all shouting, “BEST. TRIP. EVER!” Everyone Loves a Spa Weekend One of your friends desperately wants a Hydrafacial. Another has been curious about exploring wellness treatments inspired by Eastern Medicine. So, as a first step, it’s important to nail down everyone’s desires and do your research to find a spa that does it all. Virginia Is For … Girls The whole world is your oyster… until you check airfares. Choosing a centrally located, highly respected spa resort for girls’ weekend getaways means you’re just a road trip or a short (and far less expensive) flight away from pure bliss with your besties. Beyond The Spa Even if you each plan to book multiple spa treatments over the span of your trip, there’s still time to consider between appointments. Your best bet is to stay in a resort that offers a complete collection of coveted amenities and daily activities. Think: acclaimed on-site dining, state-of-the-art fitness offerings, abundant recreation (did anyone say pickleball?) and fun things to do in the surrounding area. Because, even when your accommodations are AAA Four-Diamond-rated, you don’t just want to sit in your room. More Ways to Unwind That said, you don’t need to fill every single moment of every single day with a frenzy of activity. Remember, this weekend is all about much-needed rest and relaxation. Lounging poolside with a can’t-put-down book in one hand and a frozen cocktail or mocktail in the other is your right (and obligation!) in the summertime. When the season or weather chases you indoors, Lansdowne Resort offers complimentary wine tastings on Saturday afternoons and the one-of-a-kind Great Room Experience Saturday evenings. Packages for Girls’ Weekend Getaways in Virginia Rather than taking an à la carte approach to your trip, savvy travelers know to book an inclusive stay package that bundles your accommodations, spa treatments and other resort perks. Because you and your friends deserve it all! Sample Weekend Itinerary We’ve done the work for you with this easy-to-follow (or customizable) weekend itinerary: Friday Afternoon Check in and unpack Indulge in a pampering treatment at Spa Minérale Shower using the premium amenities in your spa-like bathroom Friday Evening In season, enjoy live music and cocktails outdoors at Harmony Garden Dine on tavern fare at Coton & Rye Stay for after-dinner drinks Saturday Morning Power up with breakfast at Riverside Hearth Participate in a Yoga Session or Group Fitness Class Saturday Afternoon Indulge in a pampering treatment at Spa Minérale In season, dine poolside at Currents, otherwise, sit down to lunch at Piedmont’s Spend the early afternoon hours at leisure Sample varietals at a complimentary Wine Tasting Saturday Evening Shower using the premium amenities in your spa-like bathroom Return to Coton & Rye for dinner (you know you were torn between two entrées last night — go with the other one tonight!) Stay for after-dinner drinks Sunday Morning Select a grab-and-go breakfast in Harmony Market Join us for a Guided Nature Walk Check out Squeeze in a final treatment at Spa Minérale Start planning your future girls’ weekend getaways in Virginia It’s time for the squad to enjoy a true escape from the everyday! Explore our extensive treatment menu at Spa Minérale to find everyone’s favorite sessions for pampering. Then check out our spa packages to find the one that’s sure to make you the hero of your next getaway.