Best Man Stag Do Checklist
Quick answer: lock the budget, pick three destination options, get dates agreed, collect deposits, book travel and accommodation, then share one clear plan.
Use the checklist below, then spin a plan you can share with the group.
Quick tool
| Step | What to do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Confirm budget, dates and group size. |
| 2 | Spin three realistic options and send them to the group. |
| 3 | Collect votes, then deposits, before booking. |
| 4 | Book travel, stay and one headline activity. |
Example spin
Kraków, Poland
Estimated £245-£350pp
- Stay: Central apartment
- Activity: Shooting range
- Nightlife: Old Town bar crawl
- Wildcard: Groom wears a fake Ballon d'Or medal all weekend
Your spin will be different every time.
How to use it
- Keep the output short enough to paste into WhatsApp.
- Ask the group to vote before anyone pays a deposit.
- Track every booking link with UTM parameters if you share outside the group.
FAQs
When should a best man start planning?
Six months ahead is comfortable for European trips; three months is workable if the group is flexible.
What should be booked first?
Flights and accommodation, once deposits are collected. Activities can follow.
How do I stop group chat arguments?
Give the group three options, a deadline and a vote instead of asking open-ended questions.