Top Destinations: Stag Weekend

Las Vegas

Las Vegas is the number one destination for stag or bachelor holidays and parties. Made famous as the final call before the wedding, Las Vegas has been featured in numerous films as the perfect stag holiday. With gambling and nightclubs, showgirls and gentlemen’s clubs, stags out on holiday are surely to have the wildest singles night ever. Package deals purchased online will be the most economical. Event services can be purchased at an extra cost. Many hotels and casinos are accustomed to stag holidays and are full of suggestions for your taxi or limo when it comes to nightclubs and restaurants – so be sure to ask your concierge or valet!

Majorca

For a Stag holiday in Majorca the obvious choice is Magaluf. The town of Magaluf is geared up for young fun-loving groups of people with plenty of activities to keep you occupied. During the day there are some great water parks in Majorca that are very close to Magaluf. For a true boys stag holiday in Majorca take advantage of the go-kart centre in Magaluf which great offers and events for groups which is perfect for a stag or hen party. The go-kart centre covers the range from beginners to experts so you can really test your go-karting skills out. There are also great golf courses in Majorca all over the island so it's a great place to have golf holiday with the boys. There is a great sandy beach that enjoys a good spot for water sports in Magaluf and down the coast is the town of Palma Nova which is a slightly more attractive area to stay over if you don't want to be accommodated in the thick of the action.

For evening entertainment on your stag party in Majorca Magaluf offers great dance nights at a very reasonable price. Drinks are around 2 Euros in most bars and clubs and food is just as good if you're looking for a cheap deal. BCM Magaluf and Planet Dance are hotspots for attracting great DJs during the summer period and they put on a multitude of shows and often have foam parties. So if you want the traditional crazy stag or hen experience Magaluf is the place to head.

Budapest

Budapest has a reputation a one the major party cities in Europe and is home to some of the most stunning girls in the world. Bars and clubs are open until late so you can bop till you drop and with a host of strip club and lap dancing bars to choose from, Budapest has everything you need for a satisfying stag weekend. There are several agencies in Budapest that can organise a stag party for you which includes a nice meal, pub crawls and admission to a strip club and all for a reasonable price. During the day there are sports activities such as go-karting or play pigeon shooting or you may just want to browse around some of Budapest's many museum and art galleries and soak up some culture.

Amsterdam

Amsterdam is the perfect stag destination with plenty of bars, coffee shops and activities for groups of lads. Located just an hour's flight from the UK, stag weekends in Amsterdam are relatively easy to organise and don't have to cost the earth. Be warned however, the Dutch are a tolerant lot but have no time for drunk Brits or being so stoned you cannot walk straight.

If you are considering a stag weekend in Amsterdam, keep in mind that drinking alcohol on the streets is against the law. You will be forced to empty your drink onto the ground and may also receive a fine. Urinating in public is also a no-no and if you are caught by the police you will have to pay a penalty of €38. But don't let the rules put you off.

Amsterdam stag weekends are generally packed with cool activities from golfing to indoor snowboarding, bungee jumping and of course, tours of the notorious Red Light District.

Barcelona

Barcelona is a great destination to celebrate the stag’s last days of freedom before the big day. There is no shortage of activities for a stag celebration in Barcelona, and there is endless fun around the clock. A stag party in Barcelona can take a yacht charter on the Mediterranean, and watch the city’s football club play at the famous Camp Nou, the largest stadium in Europe during the day. By night, stag parties can become completely immersed in the city’s party atmosphere and nightlife which offers a variety of bars, ranging from old taverns to designer cocktail bars and night clubs where there is generally something to suit most tastes. With the great attractions on offer and the good all year round weather, Barcelona makes for a truly memorable stag weekend.

Sydney

Sydney is a party city and its glittering nightlife and sun-drenched location mean it’s a great destination for stag party holiday. There are a wide assortment of bars and pubs in King’s Cross as well as fine restaurants throughout the Harbours and Chinatown. In addition, smart wine bars, live music venues and clubs for all night dancing are within close range of the city centre. Guest Houses, Hotels and Apartments are all easily available in a scope of prices that will suit any budget and many are situated nearby the best night spots. During the day, stag party holidaymakers in Sydney can feast on some great seafood, try sightsee by bus or ferry or try energetic activities such as abseiling, rock climbing, surfing or sailing.

New York

Stag or bachelor parties in New York are full of action and excitement. The city is full of sports pubs, gentleman’s clubs, and cigar bars – a favourite among stags and bachelors looking for a party for their stag holiday in New York. Nightclubs provide many VIP and private party deals so be sure to make arrangements ahead of time to ensure you get the best seats in the house. For stags who favour a tamer but just as exciting evening, there are many sporting event venues in the city like Madison Square Garden, Yankee Stadium, or CitiField. Golf and chartered fishing trips are also a great way for the guys to celebrate a stag holiday to New York.

Prague

It was the concept of a stag holiday in Prague that initially enticed the men to taste this virgin city. Pretty affordable compared to the rest of the EU, a stag holiday in Prague can be an enjoyable experience and is rated by us one of the top ten Stag destinations in Europe. However, severely intoxicated gangs of boisterous lads, brazen prostitutes and the constant torrent of cursing might spoil some of the fun for you. Most locals are annoyed at the ruckus a stag holiday wreaks in their lives at a time when they ought to be enjoying a good break from their hectic week. A lot of pubs have now nailed permanent signs on their front doors stating “No Stag Parties allowed”!

Private tour operators have been quick to take advantage of this situation and now offer stag holiday packages over weekends which include accommodation either in a campsite or B&B or hostel or hotel, sultry strip shows, extreme sports such as bungee jumping, quad biking, white water rafting, other activities such as paintballing, karaoke shows, cabarets¸ sightseeing and beer guzzling.

Prices start from EUR 150-onwards. Additional airfare applies if booking flight tickets through these operators. A stag holiday in Prague though not entirely inexpensive is bound to offer good value for your money with the multitude of items cramming your itinerary.
 

Ibiza

Rated as one of our top ten stag destinations, Ibiza is the party capital of Europe and that’s why men flock here for their stag weekends. San Antonio is the place for a stag weekend in Ibiza but if you fancy something more idyllic, Ibiza Town or Playa den Bossa are just as much fun. In any resort you will find 100's of bars to choose from and when the sun goes down the world’s best clubs are on your doorstep. Stag weekends in Ibiza are renowned for hosting some of the best nights out in all of Europe. This is an incredibly popular destination, particularly for July and August so, book well ahead.

Madrid

High on the lists of people arranging a European stag do, Madrid is not only the home of Real Madrid but is undoubtedly one of the most stylish and vibrant cities in which to celebrate. The locals are renowned for their warm hospitality and the nightlife is buzzing.

There are a number of tour operators who arrange stag weekends in Madrid, which means that everything is laid on for you and all you have to think about is having a blast.

Quad Biking across miles of extreme terrain are just one of the activities you can enjoy during the day and you could even take an exhilarating trip on the Teleférico, a cable car that takes you from Paseo del Pintor Rosales, (Metro Argüelles or Moncloa), to the Casa de Campo, where you will also find Parque de Atracciones, the city's main amusement park. At night things don't get going until after 10pm every night of the week and clubs are open until dawn, so your stag weekend in Madrid will be a non-stop party!

Spain

Marbella in Spain is an ideal destination for a stag weekend. Fly into Malaga or Gibraltar and head straight for the beach off the Andalucian Coast, widely known as the playground of the rich and the famous. The area is split into three resorts along 27kms of coastline. Marbella is the main resort, where what was formerly a small fishing-village has now been transformed into one of the most exciting holiday resorts along the Mediterranean coast. Of course, there is any number of similar resorts to choose from, including Benidorm, or cities such as Barcelona or Madrid.

Once you have arrived in Spain for your stag holiday you may wish to go on a fishing expedition, go-karting, jet-skiing, paintballing, golfing..the options are endless.
 

Lisbon

For stag parties Lisbon offers a wide selection of hotels, venues, clubs, bars and other nightlife options to suit most budgets. English is widely understood in most travel and tourist situations, so stag parties should be reasonably easy to arrange. There are many spas in Lisbon and most large hotels offer massage and relaxation treatments, great for stag celebrations. Of course the beach is nearby and the weather is great for recuperating after a night of partying. Restaurants are often on the small and friendly side, but larger eateries also exist. Drinks are much cheaper than most of Europe and parties often spill out onto the streets in this festive city. Lisbon is a friendly stag destination with many options and facilities and is still just slightly off the beaten path, so raucous crowds aren't a problem like with many stag destinations.

The Algarve

For stag parties the Algarve offers a wide selection of hotels, venues, clubs, bars and other nightlife options to suit most budgets. English is widely understood and many organizations that run stag celebrations are owned by British expats or UK-based companies. The Algarve’s beautiful beaches, near-perfect weather, affordable prices and loads of great accommodation options make it an excellent choice for stag parties. Wind down with friends in a safe and relaxed environment with plenty of nightlife, restaurants and fantastic beaches. The proximity to the rest of western Europe, the year round sunshine, golf courses and gorgeous settings don’t hurt either. For those willing to splurge, the many resorts with full spa and wellness facilities make the Algarve’s stag getaway package complete.

Costa Del Sol

Goa

Not typically a stag destination but Goa could easily accommodate a stag party. There is a very vibrant party scene in north Goa which would be the best option for a boozy stag destination, rather than the south, which is more accommodating of the relaxing beach luxury holiday. There are enough beach parties, all night clubs and bars to entertain the wildest stag and the Baga or Calungute areas of north Goa would be highly recommended. With the food and drink being so cheap in Goa, along with the wide range of entertainment on offer, overall Goa as a stag destination would definitely work.