Planning your bachelorette weekend? With Austin topping many lists for the place to have bachelor(ette) weekends, Events Unleashed is here to let you know some of our favorite ATX activities, places to stay, and places to eat to include in your weekend itinerary!

What to do:

1. Spa Day
Whether it's at the start or end of your weekend, make sure to get some relaxation in at one of Austin's top rated spas like Lake Austin Spa Resort. 
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2. Kayaking on Lady Bird Lake
Head over to the Rowing Dock for some fun on the lake and downtown Austin sightseeing. Choose from different options such as stand-up paddle boarding, canoe's, and double kayaks!

3. Brunch
Some of our favorites and popular brunch spots in Austin are Bangers, Irene's, The Park at the Domain or Culinary Dropout. Can't decide where to brunch? Try out Brunch Tours with Austin Eats Food Tours.

4. Bars
There are three popular areas for night life in Austin: Rainey Street, 6th Street, and Rock Rose Ave in the Domain. Some popular spots for a bachelorette weekend include:
6th Street:
Green Light Social or Maggie Mae's
Rainey Street:
Container Bar or The Alibi 
Domain:
 Wonder Bar or 77º Rooftop Bar

7. Boat Rentals on the Lake
Head to Lake Austin or Lake Travis and rent a party boat with ATX Party Boats for the day. With many options to choose from, you're sure to have a good time with you and your I Do Crew.

8. Winery
Get your buzz on by stopping by one of Austin's local winerys like The Austin Winery. ​

1. Hotel Van Zandt: With lots of charm, an amazing restaurant, and a scenic rooftop bar and pool, Hotel Van Zandt is a great place for you and your girls to stay. Did we mention it's right behind Rainey Street? Just a 2 minute walk and you've got plenty of bars to choose from!

2. South Congress Hotel: A popular, contemporary boutique hotel in Austin, South Congress Hotel is in a perfect location. This hotel is walking distance to popular shops and bars, and a short uber ride to 6th and Rainey.

​3. JW Marriott Austin: Who doesn't love a JW Marriott? This downtown Austin one definitely doesn't disappoint. Right in the heart of Downtown, you're close to everything Austin has to offer.

1. The Oasis on Lake Travis offers gorgeous Lake Travis views and tasty food.

2. Hula Hut also offers beautiful lake views. Hula Hut serves delicious traditional tex-mex with a hawaiian twist.

 3. Caroline Restaurant in Downtown Austin serves craft cocktails, beer, and wine, tasty food, and contemporary vibes. Head to the bar Upstairs at Caroline's to keep the fun going all night long.

4. Second Bar + Kitchen offers a sophisticated setting with delicious American cuisine.

5. Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen offers an impressive beer & wine menu and flavorful dishes. Oh and trust me... try the pineapple upside down cake!

We hope our list comes in handy when planning your Austin bachelorette weekend!

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​Post written by Kaley M. for Events Unleashed.

Wedding planners, wedding coordinators, event planners, event coordinators, event designers... there are a lot of terms for wedding and event professionals and they may sound one in the same. The roles of each are similar but there are distinct differences between them all. If that isn't already confusing enough, most wedding and event planners also offer coordination services.

We're here to help you make sense of it all! Keep on reading to learn more about each and the roles they play when it comes to your big wedding or event day.

Wedding or Event Planner
A wedding or event planner helps you plan aspects of your event, with the the level of service usually differing amongst package options. Most planning packages will also include coordination services from the planner or someone on the planner's team. Planners help you in many ways, from recommending vendors and venues, to scheduling appointments, to managing RSVP's, to developing the event theme & concept, to floor plans and more.

Wedding Planners often focus their services on weddings but some may also offer event services. For Event Planners, some may offer services for all events, but others may specialize in a certain type of event planning. These categories include but are not limited to:
-Non Profit Event Planners: Plans non profit and charity events such as galas, fundraisers, auctions, and more.
-Corporate Event Planners: Plans corporate events such as company launch parties, dinners, luncheons, seminars, company parties and retreats, company conferences, and more.
-Meeting and Conference Planners: This planner specializes in planning meetings and conferences that are usually on the larger scale.
-Social Event Planners: Plans social events such as birthday parties, baby showers, engagement parties, graduation parties, wedding showers, holiday parties, themed parties, and more.
-Virtual Event Planners: Specialize in planning and gaining awareness for online events.

Wedding or Event Designer
Wedding or event designers specialize in design and decor, being experts at making your event visions come to life. Event designers may offer their own planning & coordination services or work closely with other planners, allowing them to focus solely on design.

Event Production
​Event production focuses on behind-the-scenes tasks such as lighting, audio-visual, video, stages, and more. Event production works closely with the planner to assure the production is on par with the planning.

With COVID-19 causing waves worldwide, we are finding a divide in the United States, with many states extending stay-at-home orders while others are slowly working to reopen with restrictions in place. 

During this time at home, the event industry has taken a big hit. Many non profits rely on the funds raised through galas, and with the orders in place restricting large gatherings and events, raising money during this time may seem somewhat impossible. Events Unleashed wants you to know you can still raise the money you need during this time, and that we are here to help!

More options than you think
​As a non-profit, you have more options than you think when it comes to raising money during this pandemic. Even through devastating times, people are still willing to help, so it's important not to get discouraged!

1. Raise through your website and social media
Now more than ever, engaging with your audience on social media is a great way to gain support. Revamp your website and/or social media, create content that really gets your mission across, and let your followers know they can donate (big or small) with an easy click of a button. Create an easy donation process on your website or use Instagram's new donation sticker option.

2. Postponing your event
Postponing your event is a great alternative to canceling. The event industry is working hard to get all the events that needed to be canceled moved to late 2020 or early 2021. It's not too late to postpone yours!

3. Online/Virtual Gala 
Turning your event virtual is a great way to keep your fundraising goals up to date. With easy ways to go live (like Facebook Live), you're still able to have silent auctions, live auctions, paddle-raises, online donation options, text-to-donate, and more! You can provide your audience with fun and entertainment from the comfort of their homes. Reaching out to guest speakers or performers and asking them to participate can also help raise engagement. 

To learn more about a virtual gala or event, contact us today! We'd love to help you navigate the online event space while providing support during planning.