LOS ANGELES
Where: Hotel Bel Air
What: Girlfriend Getaway Package
Why: For a day on the town Hollywood-style, bring a friend and check into the celebrity favorite Hotel Bel Air, where you start your visit with a bottle of wine and a fresh fruit plate. Your package includes town car transportation to Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Westwood or Century City in case you want to do a little shopping or to check out some local spas. Back at the hotel, enjoy a complimentary breakfast and relax while people-watching by the pool.
• How Much: Starting at $395 per night for two people
• For more information, visit the Hotel Bel-Air Web site, part of the
Dorchester Collection.
PARIS

Hotel Plaza Athenee, Paris, France. Photo Courtesy Plaza Athenee
Where: Hotel Plaza Athenee
What: Haute Couture Experience
Why: If you've always wanted a taste of true designer shopping, this unique girlfriend getaway package answers the call. After checking into your luxury room you and a friend will be whisked away to the Yves Saint Laurent fashion house in Paris for an exclusive viewing of couture dresses. You'll also receive a special Haute Couture welcome gift. At the hotel, breakfast for two is included along with a historical souvenir book.
• How Much: Starting at about $1,867 per night for two people
• For more information, visit the
Hotel Plaza Athenee Web site, part of the Dorchester Collection.

San Juan Marriott's Girls' Escape. Photo Courtesy San Juan Marriott, Puerto Rico
SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO
Where: San Juan Marriott
What: San Juan Marriott's Girls' Escape
Why: This three-night escape package combines a spa experience with some sightseeing and even a little gambling if you're ready to try your luck. Also included you have a one-hour Cosmo's Happy Hour at the Lobby Bar, ocean fresh facials, ice cream party and in-room chick flick, city tour for two and $25 gift cards to the Plaza Las Americas, the largest mall in the Caribbean.
• How Much: Starting at $470 a night for two people
• For more information, visit the San Juan Marriott Resort Web site.
The "Top 10 Global Girlfriend Getaway" packages in this article can all be adjusted depending on how many people you have in your group. Be sure to call ahead and book early so you can have exactly the kind of experience you're looking for.
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