Nashville
A cosmopolitan city with country music at its center
Nashville seems made for best friend getaways filled with dancing and live music .
Treat yourselves to a stay at the luxurious JW Marriott Nashville , a stylish four-star property that ’ s a short walk to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum . Begin with drinks and dinner with views of the city at the hotel ’ s rooftop bar and restaurant , before hitting the famed Broadway district also known as “ Honky Tonk Row .”
Bar owners and musicians accustomed to bachelor [ ette ] parties will welcome your group with open arms . Don ’ t miss the Bluebird Cafe , where many country musicians got their start and superstar Taylor Swift was discovered at the age of 14 . True country music fans will want to visit the legendary Grand Ole Opry for a live show .
When it comes to food , make sure to taste the city ’ s renowned hot chicken , a spicy and crunchy fried variety that can be found at food trucks and restaurants across the city . Order the spicy “ Shut the Cluck Up ” version from Hattie B ’ s served with green beans and mac and cheese .
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If time permits , head to the 12 South neighborhood for shopping at boutiques that include Reese Witherspoon ’ s Draper James ( where you ’ ll be greeted with a glass of sweet tea ) and the unique modern general store White ’ s Mercantile run by country singer Holly Williams .