Five Tips for an 'All Girls Getaway' This Spring

Spring is almost here, and it's time to get out and about in the warm weather with your gal pals. There's nothing like a getaway with all the girls to catch up.

Where to? How about to a mountain cabin in Asheville, N.C.? Or maybe you'd rather experience the surf and a safari in San Diego, Calif.? Or perhaps you'd like to stop in Chicago, Ill., for a tour of the town, a shopping excursion and a makeover? The options are limitless. That's why the new Fine Living Network series "All Girls Getaway" is a great place to get ideas about where to go as well as travel tips.

For example, spending time in a mountain cabin in Asheville may sound low-key until you find out that in the spring The Biltmore Estate holds the Festival of Flowers showcasing more than 50,000 beautiful tulips. Did you know San Diego is known for perfect weather, beaches and popular attractions such as the world-famous San Diego Zoo and Sea World? And how can anyone skip Chicago with the Steppenwolf Theater, The Field Museum, Charlie Trotter's and The Magnificent Mile?

No matter where you decide to go, it's important to remember to do your research. These travel tips provided by the "All Girls Getaway" Fine Living Network series can help you plan your perfect getaway:

* Be versatile. At high altitudes, it's wise to dress in layers. Days can be hot while evenings can be very cold, making the versatility of layering ideal. Also, drink plenty of water.

Stay dry. If you think your clothes will get wet on your adventures, bring plastic bags in which to store them for the trip home.

* Be renter savvy. Remember some rental car companies charge a fee for additional drivers, so read the fine print. And before renting that sporty convertible, consider they usually have only half the trunk space of a sedan.

Pack tight. To conserve space, consider vacuum-packing your clothes.

* Let yourself adjust. If your travel plans have you crossing time zones, spend 30 minutes outside in the sunlight once you arrive to help your body adjust.