The stag / hen do planning checklist
The timeline field-tested on 200+ weekends, step by step, plus every essential booking you shouldn’t forget (and why).
Essential bookings (with our best deals)
- Compare flights →
Book flights early
Group prices climb fast. Compare and book in one go to stay together.
- Book the transfer →
Airport transfer
A private van for the whole group on arrival: no scramble for taxis, fixed price upfront.
- Buy an eSIM →
Buy an eSIM card
Internet the moment you land, no roaming fees or local-SIM hassle. Essential to stay grouped and share the plan live.
- Insure the group →
Group travel insurance
Cancellation, luggage, medical costs abroad, nights that go sideways: insurance covers the whole group for a few euros.
- Compare rentals →
Rent a car / van
For out-of-centre activities (boat party, karting, beach), compare rentals, often cheaper than a fleet of taxis.
- Book tickets →
Tickets & activities
Skip-the-line, museums, experiences: book ahead, the best weekend slots go first.
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The timeline
D-60. Foundations
- Lock the date and the per-person budget
- Confirm the guest list
- Pick the destination and book flights (group prices rise fast)
- Secure central accommodation
D-30. Bookings
- Book the 2-3 headline activities (they sell out on weekends)
- Book the airport transfer and a car if needed
- Take out group travel insurance
- Collect the kitty money
D-7. Details
- Buy eSIMs to stay connected
- Confirm every booking and save the tickets
- Share the plan with the group
- Prep the costumes / challenges kit
The day. Enjoy
- Assign a kitty keeper and a plan keeper
- Keep confirmations available offline
- Have a blast 🥂
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