This Is What A Bachelorette Party Looks Like Around The World

1. USA:

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Nobody does a bachelorette quite like the USA. In fact, Miami, Las Vegas, and New York have been rated as some of the best bachelorette parties in the world. They usually involve a fairly wild night out with lots of bar hopping, (drinking) games, and even sometimes male entertainers!

2. Canada:

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In Canada, a bachelorette party follows a very similar structure as the USA. There is usually a girl's night out with the bachelorette and her closest female friends. There are party games, cocktails at the beginning of the night, and usually bars or clubs for later on!

3. Italy:

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In Italy a 'cena delle donne' is common, meaning a special dinner with her closest friends or female family members. Bachelorettes in Italy are very much focused on quality food and wine. But, there's usually a party with family and friends that involves games!

4. Australia:

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In Australia, a bachelorette usually starts (and sometimes stays) on the beach. The friends will take a barbecue and drinks to the beach and put on some music to enjoy their own beach party. This usually starts early in the afternoon into the night, or sometimes a bar later on!

5. United Kingdom:

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Bachelorette parties in the United Kingdom are called 'hen' parties or 'bridal showers'. They are sometimes last for more than one day featuring some kind of afternoon tea, perhaps a spa weekend, and a night out with drinks, cocktails, and music in a big city.

6. Japan:

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In Japanese culture, a bachelorette traditionally didn't happen as a pre-wedding celebration but as an after-the-wedding celebration called a 'nijikai'. It would take place the day after the wedding and there would usually be karaoke and games with wedding guests.

7. India:

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Indian bachelorettes are traditionally called 'mehendi' or 'hendi' which feature traditional Indian ceremonies or rituals. Now, these are often combined with modern elements which have been influenced by the West. During an Indian bachelorette, it is customary to get a henna.

8. Ireland:

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Irish 'hen parties' now usually entail a huge pub crawl around the city with friends. Typically, an Irish bachelorette will involve a lot of alcoholic beverages. And the day before or after, is often a fun and interactive activity that the women will do together.

9. France:

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French bachelorette parties are traditionally fairly refined events. The night will start with a gourmet meal where the bachelorette and her friends will gather and enjoy some delicacies paired with fine wine. It is also common for a bachelorette to include a wine-tasting activity or a trip to a vineyard!

10. Mexico:

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Siesta, fiesta, and tequila are just a few Mexican delights to feature in a typical bachelorette. The group will gather for a meal together before getting ready together for a party. These parties are often private, rather than going out to a club. They are sometimes hosted at the beach.

11. Brazil:

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Bachelorettes in Brazil feature a traditional gift-giving ceremony where the friends of the bride-to-be will present her with lingerie. This is called the 'cha de lingerie' and food and drinks proceed with this, followed by party games which have been prepared by her friends.

12. China:

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Bachelorettes have become more Westernized over the last few years, however, they usually remain a smaller and more intimate occasion. They will often revolve around a tea ceremony where the bachelorette and her close friends gather to play traditional games.

13. Greece:

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There is a practice called 'krevati' in Greece where the friends of the bride will decorate her bed with gifts and flowers. It is essentially what would be referred to as a 'slumber party' in the USA. But, it is a traditional Greek bachelorette ritual where the bride-to-be is spoiled by her nearest and dearest.

14. South Africa:

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South African bachelorettes now look very similar to many other places around the world. But in the past, they didn't so much have a bachelorette. The females closest to the bride-to-be would gather around and they would present their gifts which would often be home-related to prepare her for her new life ahead.

15. Spain:

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Spanish bachelorette parties are usually much more casual and relaxed. This time is seen as binding for the bride-to-be and her friends before the big day and a time to relax. Spa days or pool days are common Spanish bachelorette activities and they usually feature a huge meal.

16. Nigeria:

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Nigerian bachelorette parties often include traditional dance performances where the bride-to-be and her friends will participate in traditional dance routines and ceremonies. At a Nigerian bachelorette, the mother of the bride and her female family members usually attend along with friends.

17. Thailand:

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Traditionally during a Thai bachelorette, there is something called a water pouring ceremony which is known as the 'Rod Nam Sang'. The bride pours scented water over her parent's hands as a sign of purification and renewal to symbolize her gratitude. She also kneels in front of her relatives to show them gratitude.

18. Turkey:

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The kina gecesi or the 'henna night' is an event that happens in the lead-up to the wedding. Friends and family gather and at the centre of the celebration is the application of henna. The decorations are bright and include candles and lanterns to symbolize light and joy.

19. Argentina:

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In Argentina the bachelorette is called the 'previa' is an informal gathering that happens before the wedding so that the bride can gather with loved ones to relax before the ceremony. The celebration takes place in a casual setting and the emphasis is on conversation, drinks, and snacks!

20. Poland:

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Polish bachelorette parties in Poland are called 'Wieczor panienski' which literally translates to girls' night out. The bachelorette invited her girl friends and female family members are they started with traditional games such as quizzes about the bride and groom.

21. South Korea:

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Bachelorette parties in South Korea are not as common, however, they have modernized to reflect changing trends around the world. Now it has become fairly common for a bachelorette party to feature a group of women in matching outfits taking photos and having fun.

22. Norway:

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Norwegian brides may have a 'jentekveld' which is a girl's night out with lots of dancing and cocktails. There will be a lot of emphasis on preparing for the night and making sure everybody is wearing their best outfit to celebrate the bride's big night before the wedding day.

23. Portugal:

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Portuguese bachelorettes are called 'despedida de solteira' which translates to 'farewell to singleness'. The key component of the celebration is a big meal at a restaurant where everybody will gather to celebrate the bride and listen to traditional Portuguese music.

24. Egypt:

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In Egypt, there is a ritual called the 'zar' ceremony which takes place a little bit like a bachelorette party. But, the meaning of it is to ward off evil spirits and purify the bride from evil so that she can start her marriage journey with the best of luck.

25. Philippines:

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Traditional Filipino food is at the heart of a bachelorette party in the Philippines. The celebratory night is organized by the bride's friends who arrange traditional games which sometimes involve scavenger hunts to make the night as memorable as possible.

26. Germany:

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Bachelorette parties in Germany are a big thing and the nights have a reputation for being fun and loud events. The night usually revolves around games and pranks and lots of bar hopping around the city. The friends conspire together to pull a fun prank on the bride-to-be.

27. Austria:

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Activities are a common way to celebrate a bachelorette in Austria. A spa day is a common choice and it's not uncommon for the bachelorette party to go hiking for a day to engage in a physical and fun activity. Then, later on in the evening, it is usual to have some celebratory drinks.

28. Sweden:

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Swedish bachelorettes are also very mixed in that the party usually combines a day of activity with a night of enjoyment. In the daytime it is customary for the party to do an outdoor activity, zip lining perhaps for example. Then at night clubbing is the most common choice.

29. Russia:

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A Russian bachelorette is called a devichnik and usually involves traditional Russian games. Dancing is a huge part of the celebration and the majority of the party will be focused on the bride and her friends dancing the night away and making a toast to the bride and groom.

30. Netherlands:

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In the Netherlands, one of the most common bachelorette activities is for the bride's friends to organize a boat/ tour party where the friends will hire a boat to take them around the city or the canal and serve drinks and organize drinks for the women.