All That Jazz

So, you here that a bachelorette party Chicago style is the way to go and you're planning a trip from your lazy little southern town, all the way to Illinois with the bride-to-be and her closest pals in tote. You're wondering now, however, who will pay the price.

Take it from a guide to city bachelorette parties, a rule of thumb is that the bride should not have to pay for a single thing during the course of the party. If you dine at a restaurant or drink at a bar, the attendants should foot the bill. If it involves going away, however, it's a little different. You should always pay for all activities and accommodations. If you're hopping on a plane, however, the bride-to-be should be expected to pay for her own transportation to the party. That being said, run the idea past her first and be darn sure that she wants to dish out to incur the cost of a plane ticket before deciding to have an out-of-town party.