Bachelor Party Planning Basics
So you've been tasked with planning a bachelor party for your
old friend. Well, you've come to the right place! We all have
some idea what goes on at bachelor parties, but there are a few
things to consider if you are planning one.
You must think about your venue. Ideally, you are going to want
some relative privacy. A vacation home or chalet is ideal, as it
is private and comfortable. A hotel suite is also a good choice.
A private room at a restaurant or night club can also work very
well. All in all, your venue might well be determined by the
activities you have planned.
Transportation to and from the venue is another thing to
consider. You want to be sure that none of the guests are going
to be driving. We all know that incredible amounts of alcohol
will be consumed that night, so plan ahead. You are going to
want designated drivers. The challenge will be to find guests
that are not going to party. Another possibility is to rent a
limousine. Why not ride in style for the night?
Entertainment is the next aspect to consider. Now every party is
going to be different, so why not let the interests of the groom
dictate the entertainment? If he is a big sports fan, consider
renting a private box for his favorite game. If the groom is
interested in cards, organize a poker tournament. And if he is
interested in drunken debauchery, well, you know what to do.
Bachelor parties have certainly evolved over the years. At one
time, they were gentlemanly black-tie affairs hosted by the
father-in-law or best man. It was a chance for the men to get to
know one another. In modern times, they have evolved (devolved?)
into nights of drunken madness often involving exotic dancers.
Many modern grooms-to-be are responsible and respectable young
men, who don't wish to do anything that might taint their
forthcoming marriage.
Marriage is a very special and important time in the lives of
the bride and groom. If you are planning your buddy's bachelor
party, try to be thoughtful and considerate of his situation.
Perhaps, he is only too eager to leave the strippers and drunken
high jinks behind. Maybe he just wants to grow up!