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The Upgrade: 3 Apps To Help Pull Off The Perfect Holiday Get-together

These cool apps will help you host a spectacular holiday soiree.
The Upgrade: 3 Apps To Help Pull Off The Perfect Holiday Get-together
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By Danielle Pointdujour · Updated December 6, 2020
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From Friendsgiving and Thanksgiving to secret Santa mixers and New Year’s Eve extravaganzas, ’tis the season for throwing amazing soirees. Holiday get-togethers are major social events where all eyes are on you. So, as the hostess with the mostess, the last thing you want is to get caught slipping.

No one wants to be labeled the “bad party” friend in the crew, that’s why from decor and menus to guest lists and playlists, we’re here to help ensure that everything at your holiday soiree is on point. These cool apps make planning the perfect event a breeze. Trust us, your forthcoming affair will be the talk of the town.

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Pro Party Planner
The key to throwing a successful holiday event is staying organized. With guests, food, gifts and more to keep track of, it’s easy for something to fall through the cracks. With Pro Party Planner, not only can you create lists to help you organize, but you can delegate tasks, manage your budget and check-in guests with the touch of a button.
The Upgrade: 3 Apps To Help Pull Off The Perfect Holiday Get-together
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SoundShare
Nothing makes a party go down hill faster than bad music, so you want to make sure everyone enjoys the tunes. With SoundShare you can share songs and build collaborative playlists no matter what music service your friends and family use, which means everyone gets to join in on the fun.
The Upgrade: 3 Apps To Help Pull Off The Perfect Holiday Get-together
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Highball
You’ve got the people, you’ve got the tunes, now you need the drinks. Sure, good food is a very important element to pull off the perfect holiday get together, but everyone knows that the cocktails keep the party going. With Highball not only do you have access to all your favorite creations, but recipes from others as well as the classics like Margaritas and Negronis.
The Upgrade: 3 Apps To Help Pull Off The Perfect Holiday Get-together
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