Have a good look at the posters below of our favourite desi travel movies. Do you notice something missing? Male-dominated casts have forever defined the landscape of Indian travel movies. But irrespective of the narrative these movies put forward, the number of women travellers is on a rapid rise with their increasing financial and emotional independence. In fact, 80% of all travel decisions over the world are said to be made by women – where to go, how to pay, whom to travel with. (Source)
Dear ladies, when you are the brain behind all those family vacays, birthday parties, you also need to plan that long overdue all girls trip. It is a far reaching experience and here are the reasons why.
1. The perfect people to take a break with
The task list will never end, try putting yourself on top of that task list. The daily life web will not loosen up darlings unless you manage to find some me time – specially if you are a wife or a mum. Recharge your batteries with at least a weekend break. And there's no one better than your girlfriends to go on that much-needed getaway.
2. No idea is a horrible idea with your girlfriends
Do not wait for that perfect travel plan or an occasion to celebrate. The best part of being with your girl tribe is that even tarot card reading, pool side napping or getting a manicure together is so much fun!
As for my most memorable trip, one fine weekend, we girlfriends decided in a jiffy to go to Goa, and it was well worth it.
3. Safety is taken care of when you're in a group
Safety is a common reason why several women are uncomfortable travelling solo. An all girls trip is an excellent solution to this problem. A pack that stays together and look out for each other. If you do not have the right squad, there are travelling groups and forums only for women to connect (like Wonderful World or Women Expeditions).
4. It's cheaper than therapy
Travel is therapy. Food is therapy. Freedom is therapy. Shopping is therapy. Gossiping is also therapy. Travelling with females is full of relatable conversations, a time to share secrets which remain locked within your girl gang forever.
We spent days giggling and nights laughing our hearts out; I felt lighter like never before.
5. Enjoy things your partner doesn't
An all girls trip is that effortless time when you can spend an entire day as a spa day, sip mimosas while checking out fashion magazines, just lay back and soak the sun in peace. In short, you can do everything that otherwise annoys your partner.
6. Wear whatever makes your comfortable
You can choose to be a diva or a potato sack - there are no judgements in the band. No date night pressure. Infact when you can't decide what to wear, what to pair it with - the chirpy support team is at your disposal.
7. That Squad Vibe & Adventures
No one can push you more to explore the unexplored than a ladies' squad. When you accomplish something, there is a sense of pride in the whole squad.
We swam, we hiked, we drove, we partied and we stuck by. Tan lines were a symbol of good times and memories for life.
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