Last Bash LBI: 5 Reasons Long Beach Island is the Perfect Bachelorette Destination

Planning a bachelorette party is a lot of work, take it from me, a professional bachelor and bachelorette planner. I know how difficult it can be to be a maid of honor and try to find activities that fit your bride’s vision while also trying to please an entire group of girls who seemingly could not be more different. So how do you ensure there will be plenty for everyone to enjoy so you can focus on your bride?

The answer is location.

If there is one thing I have learned, it’s that location is key to a successful Last Bash, choosing a place that not only fits the guest of honor’s vibes but also meets the needs of everyone involved! 2023 is the year of the up-and-coming. The bachelorette scene is blooming beautifully and growing to new locations that were always bachelorette destinations but are only now becoming bachelorette industry locations. That’s why Long Beach Island is this year’s perfect up-and-coming bachelorette destination.

Not convinced? Here are 5 Big Reasons LBI is the perfect bachelorette destination:

1. LBI has everything you need for a beach-loving bride.

LBI is an 18-mile-long barrier island that offers a coastline of seaside beaches and many bayside beaches. There are plenty of lifeguarded beaches up and down the island for the bride who loves an ocean swim, at least 13 surfing beaches for the bride who loves to hang 10, and a multitude of bay beaches for the bride looking for smoother waters. LBI also has plenty of local businesses offering surf lessons, beach yoga, boat rides, and more, creating so many opportunities for saltwater fun.

It is important to note that beach access during lifeguard hours requires the purchase of a beach badge. Many rental properties include beach badges for tenants but check with your rental property or Last Bash planner to figure out the rules for the municipality you are staying in.

2. LBI is NOT a tourist destination…

…but you can still find many of the same romp-worthy activities. The biggest benefit of LBI being a family island for Bachelorettes is that there is so much more space for your group to have fun and not feel like it’s overcrowded. Your group will have plenty of space on the open ocean to enjoy water activities, you will always have the best spots at rooftop bars to enjoy the music and the breeze and you are always guaranteed to have the best night out.

3. LBI is a food and drink destination!

LBI is home to so many unique restaurants, from sushi destinations, to Italian gourmet and everything in between. The island is also the home of breweries and distilleries and many restaurants are known for their craft cocktails. You are also guaranteed to have some of the best donuts in New Jersey and you won’t leave without visiting one of LBI’s many bagel shops for a pork roll, egg and cheese. LBI is perfect for foodies, and is guaranteed to have something for everyone in your group.

4. LBI is a quick drive from other super fun “down-the-shore” activities.

Looking to get a little crazier? Or maybe a fun day trip is what you’re looking for. Take a day trip or even an evening drive to one of the shore’s fun-loving hot spots or historic NJ towns. From the bridge, you can take a short drive to any of these spots:

- Atlantic City – 45 Minutes

- Wildwood – 1 hour and 6 Minutes

- Asbury Park – 49 Minutes

- Princeton – 1 hour and 21 minutes

- Seaside Heights – 36 Minutes

- Point Pleasant – 44 Minutes

5. Community is the cornerstone of LBI

Why is this an important reason to have your Last Bash in LBI? Because community means partnership, and you are guaranteed to find many local businesses supporting each other in LBI, which might include discounts, collaborating events, and so much more. LBI is the home of Chowderfest, Hop Sauce Festival, and the Beach Haven Beer and Food Truck Festival. These are just a few LBI events that bring together many community businesses in one place and provide some of the best fun the Jersey Shore has to offer. You can also catch many LBI community businesses hosting sidewalk sales, house parties, and more, all of which your Last Bash planner can easily help you find. That is why our business is built on the foundation of LBI’s community of businesses. The Last Bash is a proud supporter of the LBI community and offers dozens of exclusive discounts to many local businesses for customers who book with us.