So, you're in charge of organizing a bachelor party? Feeling under pressure to get everything right and to make this a night to remember for years to come? Well, don't worry - there are plenty of ideas available around Connecticut, if you know where to look!
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The traditional image of bachelor parties usually involves a wild, drunken evening followed by some embarrassing stories the next morning! There are, however, plenty of different and unusual things to fill a stag party. As the organizer, you have plenty of things to consider when planning a stag party. The first thing to consider is whether you wish to hold a private party, or whether you prefer a night on the town. A night out around Connecticut can require a lot less planning than a private bachelor party, as there's no need to hire a venue.
Begin the planning by deciding what your budget is, and how the cost of the night will be paid - will you be charging guests for the night? Or, will guests buy drinks from a bar with no venue costs associated? If your guests have a high budget, a night out in a casino or a trip abroad could be a great way of making your stag party a night to remember. If you decide to have a private party, then carefully consider the venue in Connecticut - what time will it close? How much does it cost? Will the staff be included in the price? Discuss all your needs with the venue management before agreeing to use the venue. One important factor in your planning, and possibly one of the more difficult aspects to organize, is the date of your event. Try to choose a date when most of your guest list will be available, avoiding public holidays and religious festivals. Unless your stag has a very strong stomach, it may be a good idea to plan the bachelor party for a few nights before the big day - after all, there's nothing worse than having a bad hangover while walking down the aisle! When you have the night planned, try to contact as many of your stag's friends as possible and let them know the date, time, and venue. You may wish to keep the details of the night a secret from the stag, so consider asking friends and relatives for a copy of any phone numbers and addresses.
For a great stag night to remember, you could consider expanding the night into a whole weekend away. Obviously, a weekend away would increase the overall cost of your event, but with low-cost flights and cheap hotels, it needn't break the bank - and it would certainly make your night special for the stag!
For US and Canadian bachelors, why not consider a trip to Las Vegas, the party capital of North America? You could arrange to spend some time in the bars and casinos and then stay in one of Las Vegas' many hotels. For European residents, a weekend spent visiting the sights of Amsterdam, London, or Barcelona could make for a memorable weekend for your stag. You could approach a travel agent, as most agencies do offer stag packages that will encompass transport and hotel accommodation for a set fee.
If you decide not to use a travel agent, as the organizer of the stag night, you should search out the most appropriate transport, hotels, and entertainment for your guests and the stag. Try to find the best bars, clubs, and maybe even plan out which places to visit. You could then send a copy of the approximate cost and details of the event to the guests, to see how many would be willing and able to attend the event - after all, there is no point in organizing a big stag weekend and then finding that none of the guests can attend.
The typical image of a crazy, alcohol filled evening around Connecticut can be shattered, if your bachelor doesn't drink alcohol. But don't worry, there are plenty more activities that can bring the stag and the guests together. A tee-total stag will most likely not want a night out around the local Connecticut bars, so why not try something unusual like paint balling - it's a great way to have fun without drinking, and it would make the perfect activity for an alcohol-free stag night. You could try to find an outdoor paint-balling arena that is open at night for an interesting touch. Karting could also be a good option - it's another good example of a way to have a great bachelor party with a non-drinking stag. You could even arrange a bachelor camping trip with activities such as fishing and hiking. Think about what activities the stag normally enjoys and then try to make a night out of it.
The obvious benefit to a tee-total stag night is that the stag has no worries about missing the day thanks to a hangover! So, this could allow you to plan the bachelor party for the evening before the wedding, without any worries.