Getting away with “the girls” is always a great time—but instead of “lunch around the corner,” treat yourselves to an unforgettable weekend in the charming and beautiful mountains of Johnson City, Tennessee.
You’ll be pampered like royalty, relaxed by nature, and enjoy once-in-a-lifetime adventures—all for a fraction of the price you’d pay at big-city resorts. Take a walk through the historic streets of charming downtown Jonesborough. Do some window shopping, search for antiques, or just take a stroll and enjoy the beautiful architecture of Tennessee's oldest town. Best of all, we can help you organize and plan your “girlfriend getaway,” so that all you have to do is sit back, relax, and soak it all in.
And the only thing between you and rejuvenation is a short, scenic drive through the most beautiful mountains in the country.
Soak Your Body in Bliss
Indulging your senses means relaxation for the body, and pleasure for the soul. And there’s no better place to drift away than Austin Springs Spa —East Tennessee’s premier full-service spa.
Leave stress and anxiety behind, and float into a world of comfort and rejuvenation. Choose from a full range of spa services, with the right pampering and price to fit your budget.
As a Girlfriend Getaway package participant you will receive a complimentary Austin Springs Signature Product and 10% off your retail purchase the day of your appointment.
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Get Your Heart Racing
For the past decade, Bristol Motor Speedway has reigned as NASCAR’s most exciting venue and America’s favorite racetrack. Now you can experience the exhilaration that made “The World’s Fastest Half-Mile” famous.
Take a track tour throughout the facility, pit area, and infield—and then blaze some laps around the high-banked racing surface. It’ll bring a new level of excitement to your group, and will make your husbands green with envy.
Track tours are free of charge for Girlfriend Getaways. Please call 423.989.6960 to schedule your tour.
*Tours not available during race weekends or other special events.
Lose Yourself in a Timeless Production
Since 1933, Barter Theatre has engaged millions with enthralling dramas, brilliant comedies, and well-known classics. It was the springboard to stardom for Gregory Peck, Patricia Neal, and Ernest Borgnine, and is the State Theatre of Virginia.
Located in the nearby town of Abingdon, Barter Theatre has become a mainstay among theater-lovers across the country. And for newcomers to the area, it’s the perfect chance to let fascination reach legendary heights.
So, if you’re looking for an elegant night in a graceful, historic town, look no further. Barter Theatre is exactly where you want to be.
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Enjoy Some Old-Fashioned Retail Therapy
What’s a vacation without shopping?
From retail outlets to malls, downtown sidewalk shops to eclectic boutiques, event 18th Century antique stores, we’ve got those items you’re looking for — and plenty of those you never knew existed.
Or take a walk through the beautiful streets of Jonesborough and discover all of the unique shopping that Tennessee's oldest town has to offer. Browse through treasures at the Celtic Cupboard or the Museum Warehouse and check out the tempting sweets at the Lollipop Shop. Wherever you go, Jonesborough is the one-of-a-kind shopping experience that you've been looking for. If shopping is your passion, then you’re coming to the right place.
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Johnson City and nearby Jonesborough offer a wide array of lodging choices—from elegant, upscale hotels to warm and cozy bed-and-breakfasts. So whether you’re looking for simple and inexpensive or elaborate and picturesque, we’ve got accommodations to fit any budget, and any taste.
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