Welcome to 2010, single ladies! You've probably made your New Year's resolutions, cleaned out your closets and set your 30-day goals to start the New Year off right. I'm a firm believer in setting resolutions, and I'm also of the belief that a good resolution means doing something that benefits you, and others around you. While exercising regularly and quitting smoking are great ways to improve your health and lifestyle, there's a lot more to healthier living than cutting out the bad things - like a vacation!
With 2010 upon us, it's time to start thinking about where you'll travel to this year. While New York, Las Vegas and Los Angeles are always top of mind for single ladies, think outside the box and consider some of these alternate destinations, suitable for single women and their band of gal pals.
San Francisco: What's better than sipping a California Chardonnay with the Golden Gate Bridge as your backdrop? San Francisco has something for everyone - great food, great nightlife, great scenery and great day trips. Don't miss a ride on the famous Cable Cars and a stop at the San Francisco Art Institute. Wine country is about an hour drive from San Francisco and there are plenty of tours to take advantage of while you're there. Stay the night and enjoy a spa day overlooking the vineyards.
The mile-high city has mile-high opportunity. Ski, shop or spa your way through Denver. While you're here, don't miss a walk through one of the most expansive botanical gardens in the US. Spend your evenings dining at one of the nearby restaurants, owned by world-famous chefs. Don't forget a trip to the famous Coors Brewing Company -- stop in for a free tour and throw back a few samples of one of the best brews in the States.
Miami: There's more to Miami than bikinis and cocktails. Brickell Key is a 15-minute drive from South Beach and plays host to some of the best spas in South Florida. New restaurants and rooftop bars provide stunning scenery for diners and of course, there's always the South Beach nightlife. Raise hell with the best revelers on the East Coast along Ocean Drive at night and spend your days recovering by the pool (a mid-afternoon cocktail is not entirely off limits).
Chicago: Chicago is everyone's kind of town, so hit Michigan Avenue and starting living it up! The Magnificent Mile runs along Michigan Avenue and is home to some of the best shopping in the Midwest. Drop off your bags and tour some of the city's famous monuments including Buckingham Fountain, Navy Pier and Grant Park Symphony (if you visit Chicago in the summertime, the Grant Park Symphony hosts free concerts). Sports fans will love a trip to Wrigley Field!
New Orleans: Head south to Louisiana's favorite soul city. New Orleans is packed full of life, love and a lot of a good time. You can party it up during Mardi Gras or the New Orleans Jazz Festival, but if you want to experience New Orleans on a more personal level, visit late-spring through the summer or fall and enjoy the spirit of the city off-season. Take in a night of jazz on Bourbon Street, chow down on some of the best Cajun food this side of the Mississippi and visit the oldest above-ground cemetery - the Saint Louis Cemetery No. 1. Voodoo queens are said to cast their spirit in the cemetery, so tread lightly.
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