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busy running the world, but it’s time to embrace your inner queen bee and book that momcation, girl’s getaway, or bride tribe celebration you deserve. But, where, you say? Honey, please. Greenville has avocado toast. And frosé. And about a million other fabulous offerings that will charm you to pieces.
RELAXATION
Every good vacay begins with relaxation. If your stay includes a pool, a waterside cabana room at Aloft Greenville Downtown is never a bad way to start. Dig deeper by heading to Main Street’s River Falls Spa for some massage magic. With an added mani-pedi sesh, all the ladies will be feeling (and looking) fine. Upstairs is M. Judson Booksellers, a great spot for browsing or gifting. Other relaxation stations include The Spa at West End and Drift Float & Spa (think flotation therapy in sensory deprivation tanks).
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ALL RIGHT LADIES, gather your girl gang, because it is time to treat yo’selves. We know you’ve been
LUNCH
Since all that pampering is sure to leave you with an appetite, ladies who lunch can snag stellar bites at a variety of eateries. Caviar & Bananas offers house-made salads, sandwiches, and house-baked sweets, or try Southern Pressed Juicery—the Dragon’s Blood bowl comes hot pink and packed with power. Looking for lunch for a large troupe? Just call ahead and Barley’s Taproom & Pizzeria or Sidewall Pizza can easily accommodate all your girls. For classic plates, grab burgers and shakes at Grill Marks, and go ahead, girlfriend, order those skinny fries. They are worth every one of those calories that you aren’t counting!
ACTIVITIES Yes, y’all can rosé all day at Northampton Wine + Dine. We suggest reserving a wine tasting experience, paired with bread and cheese, of course! You can also opt for action by renting rides at Pedal Chic, and cycle the scenic GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail. Make a pit stop at the Swamp Rabbit Café and Grocery for a locally grown snack, or grab a Greenvillethemed gift—the café sells plenty of area artisan wares. Speaking of retail therapy, we’ve got you covered. Downtown mainstays range from lululemon to Anthropologie, though don’t skip throwback Mast General Store, conveniently located near popular roasters Coffee Underground, Port City Java, and Methodical Coffee. Fuel the shopping spree with a pick-me-up and work your way to the line-up of locally owned boutiques off Augusta Street, carrying brands like Tory Burch and Lilly Pulitzer. If all that shopping has you energized, we promise there’s more to explore. Bond during a breakout game at Escape Room Greenville, or whip up a fun treat together with a culinary class at The Cook’s Station. And since everyone’s on vacay, sweets before supper are totally permissible during a Cakes By U frost-and-sip session. To up the ante, embrace your inner Wonder Woman with a little target practice at Hampton Station’s Craft Axe Throwing. If you need help getting a handle on heaving woodsmen’s hardware, slice through a pint next door at Birds Fly South Ale Project for liquid courage. This saison-focused brewery is a Greenville staple.