Cassandra Davidson
Which property did you spend your Bachelorette party?
I arrived in Chicago on Thursday with my sister and best friend. Stayed our first night at The Robey hotel in Wicker Park. It's a super cool, industrial style hotel. Not to mention it was right next to the BANGTEL which was perfect. 💜 🌴
Friday morning we were able to walk over to the BANGTEL and check in for the weekend with my group. We stayed at BANGTEL from Friday to Saturday. Perfect amount of time for a bachelorette in my opinion. 💁🏻♀️
What was your theme?
Bikinis and Martinis 👙🍸
Why did you pick this location?
I lived in Chicago for a few years with my fiancé and really loved it. Also, the party and I were all from Minnesota. So Chicago was a perfect mini destination. We chose BANGTEL because the vibes of the airbnb are AMAZING. Such a fun, bright color scheme. Not to mention I love the location and it was near SO many fun bars and restaurants. Also the home is so cute on its own that it really allows for awesome photos without the need to overpack on decor. A win-win. 🏆
Cassie’s Bach Crew at ALOHA BANGTEL 😃 🎉 💕
What resources did you use to make the stay just right for the event?
Obligatory Bachelorette Photo Op in the ALOHA Blue Jacuzzi Tub 🛁 😝 🥂
When booking the home, BANGTEL had a resource guide with a lot of great restaurants, bars and things to do. My maid of honor and I definitely used that to make the most of the weekend. 🙌🏻
Also, can't go wrong with Amazon Prime. Most of our decor was ordered from there and we were able to bring one big checked bag with all that we needed. 📦
Was there a weekend itinerary? If so, please share in detail!
Yes!
Friday: Drinks & Dinner @ Whiskey Business for 5:30pm. On this night we did the bride in white and all girls in neon pink.
Saturday: Morning brunch @ BANGTEL with mimosas. We played a few games and also opened gifts. At 3:00pm we rented a yacht from Boat Setter down at Navy Pier. The theme was Bikinis and Martinis. Bride was in white swimsuit and the girls in black swimsuits. We also made fun gift baskets with black sunglasses, custom towels and martini glasses.
Boat ended at 7pm, arrived back at BANGTEL where we ordered pizza, made drinks and got ready for the night out. Outfits were black dresses and bride in white dress. There was a karaoke bar nearby that we walked to. The song we got to sing was Man I Feel Like a Woman by Shania Twain. It was a perfect end to the night and a super fun bar. It was packed.
Sunday: Checked out of BANGTEL at 11am, had a bloody mary at the airport and flew home. 🍹 ✈️
Any tips for future Bachelorettes on how to throw the best Bach party?
Be flexible and try to save where you can. You already have girls flying out, so I think doing one night of dinner in or finding fun, but low key spots can be a kind gesture to your friends. Also, the weather wasn't as sunny as I planned, but no matter what you are with your girlfriends and can make the most of the day. We still had a blast on the boat and by the end didn't even notice the weather. Stay positive and just enjoy, it goes by SO fast. 💨
Also, making a group chat together to keep communication seamless. Can be really helpful to coordinate outfits, decor and arrival times. :) ☎️
Our BANGTEL Bach Club Bachelorette 💕 @cassdavidsonn
Any weekend bloopers?
Not so much a blooper, but my sister in law and I may have had our fair share of champagne/martinis on the boat which led us to jump into Lake Michigan in the beginning of June haha. To say it was cold would be an understatement. 🥶
Boat Day 🛳️
Bachelorette's crew drink of choice for the weekend?
High Noons for the boat were a go-to, so easy! Plus Martinis were big with our theme. We made a pink martini that consisted of vodka, lime juice, simple syrup, grapefruit juice, a splash of cranberry juice and a lime wedge. So good! 🍸🍸🍸🍸
Cassie and her Bach Crew! 💕
BACH BIO
Name: Cassandra (Cassie) Davidson
City: Grand Rapids, Minnesota
Profession: Health Coach at Noom Inc
Instagram: @cassdavidsonn
Wedding date & location: 7/23/22 - The Bluebelle Event Venue, Bemidji, MN!
