Hen dos are a beautiful mix of friendship, chaos, and poor decision-making.                    You spend weeks organising the perfect weekend — only to end up crying in a taxi, wearing one eyelash and holding a half-eaten takeaway.

Here are the ten biggest disaster zones every bride tribe should know — and how to survive them like a legend (and still look human at brunch).

1. The “We’ll Figure It Out” Destination

Cheap flights ≠ good vibes. Some European cities (Prague, Riga, Budapest) quietly ban or limit hen groups, while others charge “party deposits.”

📍 Tip: Research before you book. Choose cities that actually want you there — like Lisbon, Dublin, or Brighton. And always reserve at least one “anchor venue” per night, so you’re not bar-hopping in despair.

2. The Giant Squad No Bar Will Take

A 15-girl army in matching pink sashes looks fun on TikTok — until every club door says, “Not tonight, ladies.”

📍 Tip: Split into smaller groups or plan mixed activities (one chill, one wild). Smaller numbers = smoother entry + less drama.

3. The Costume That Got You Banned

Yes, themes are hilarious. No, Brighton bouncers don’t love a human banana. Inflatable or full-body costumes are now a safety red flag in many UK cities.

📍 Tip: Comfort > Comedy. Go coordinated, not costumed. Your outfit should survive sweat, selfies, and toilets.

4. The “Tequila for Breakfast” Mistake

It starts as “just one prosecco” and ends with someone crying over chips at 2 a.m.

📍 Tip: Eat real food, hydrate early, and take two UPSWING capsules before drinking — they support your liver and nutrient balance. Then take another two before bed to help your body reset while you sleep.

That way, you’ll wake up fresh, not fossilised.

5. The Downtime Disaster

This is the most common trap of all. Everyone wakes up half-dead, no one booked brunch, and someone says, “Let’s just chill.”

Suddenly the morning disappears, the vibe crashes, and everyone’s scrolling food delivery apps instead of making memories.

📍 Problem: Overplanning makes people tired, but underplanning kills energy. “Rest time” easily turns into “nothing time.”

📍 Tip:

• Plan one light activity. Brunch, yoga, spa, beach walk — anything that gets people out of bed.

• Don’t rely on last-minute decisions. By the time you start googling, all good places are full.

• Include recovery rhythm. Take 2 UPSWING before drinking and 2 before bed — you’ll actually have energy to face the sun again.

6. The Airbnb of Doom

It’s cheap until it’s not. One bathroom, twelve women, and neighbours who hate fun. By midnight you’re whispering over wine like fugitives.

📍 Problem: Poor location or facilities kill the mood — too far, too small, or not “hen-approved.”

📍 Tip:

• Pick central and spacious accommodation. Multiple bathrooms = peace treaty.

• Check the rules. Many hosts secretly ban parties; one complaint can get you kicked out.

• Spend a little more. The best Airbnb lets you sleep well, laugh loudly, and not queue for the shower.

7. The 6 a.m. Flight of Shame

Early flights after heavy nights are friendship-killers. You’ll either miss it or board looking legally dead.

📍 Tip: Book a midday flight, eat breakfast, take your last two UPSWING capsules before bed, and you’ll make it through airport security looking semi-alive.

8. The “No Hens Allowed” Rule

Yes, some bars literally post NO HEN PARTIES signs.

📍 Tip: Call ahead. Choose quirky cocktail bars or live-music spots — fewer crowds, better stories. And avoid anywhere that sells glow sticks at the door.

9. The Bruised Bride

“I fell off a table and face-planted a chair. My wedding makeup artist cried.”

📍 Tip: Dance on the floor, not the furniture. The wedding photos will thank you.

10. The Emotional Meltdown

Someone overspends, someone under-packs, someone cries about their ex. Classic.

📍 Tip: Set expectations early — budget, drinking pace, emotional boundaries. You’re here to celebrate love, not test it.

💡 The Smartest Hen Parties Plan the Morning After

A legendary night doesn’t end at 2 a.m. — it ends the next morning when everyone actually makes brunch, sunglasses on, stories ready, and skin still glowing.

Take two UPSWING capsules before your first drink, and two more before bed.

That’s the Oxford-formula trick behind waking up clear-headed, hydrated, and ready to laugh about whatever happened to the banana.

Made for nights like ours — and mornings worth remembering.