How to Keep a Group of 10+ People Happy on a Bachelorette Trip

Jun 10

Planning a bachelorette party for a group of 10 or more? You’ve got your work cut out for you. Between different personalities, budgets, and energy levels, keeping a large group on the same page in New Orleans takes more than a cute itinerary.

Here’s how to keep the weekend fun, functional, and free of avoidable drama.

1. Start with Clear Communication

Before you make any bookings or plans, get aligned on the basics. Create a group chat or shared doc to cover:

Who’s confirmed
Budget ranges
Must-do vs. nice-to-have activities
Dietary restrictions or accessibility needs

Tip: Ask for preferences early, but don’t try to get group consensus on every detail. You’ll end up stuck.

2. Don’t Overschedule the Group

With 10+ people, everything takes longer — getting ready, ordering food, moving between locations. Trying to hit five places in one day will almost always backfire.

Instead:

Choose one main activity or reservation per half-day
Build in downtime, recovery windows, and flexibility
Leave some unstructured space for the group to split or chill

3. Set Expectations About Costs

Money issues can derail even the most well-intentioned weekend. Before the trip, make sure everyone understands:

What’s included (like housing or shared meals)
What’s optional (like add-ons or outfit themes)
How payments are being tracked or split

Apps like Splitwise, Venmo, or even a shared spreadsheet can prevent surprises and resentment later.

4. Know When to Let the Group Split Up

Not everyone wants to go to the drag brunch and the swamp tour and the burlesque class. Large groups work best when people feel like they have permission to opt out without judgment.

Tip: Offer occasional "choose your own adventure" moments. Some go shopping while others grab drinks — and everyone meets up later for the next group plan.

5. Don’t Try to DIY Everything

Big groups need more structure and more backup. You don’t want to spend your weekend calling venues, tracking RSVPs, or coordinating rides. And even the best spreadsheet can’t solve last-minute problems.

That’s why group organizers come to us. At Elouises, we specialize in planning smooth, seamless bachelorette weekends in New Orleans for groups of all sizes, especially big ones.

We build custom itineraries, handle reservations, manage logistics, and offer optional local support so you can relax and enjoy the party instead of playing cruise director.

Want to keep your group happy and your stress low? Start planning your weekend here.

Hannah Rodriguez