About
Like many women, you may hesitate to take a break—held back by a deep sense of dedication to your career, your family, or both.
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Love Travel Girl exists to give you permission to step away from the daily grind and prioritize yourself through indulgent, immersive, and thoughtfully curated travel experiences.​
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We offer an unrivaled collection of journeys and retreats around the world—curated by women, for women—designed to inspire, empower, and restore.
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Founder's Story
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Shonda Merrick is an elite travel advisor and lifestyle strategist guiding powerhouse women 40+ to slow down, unplug, and reclaim their lives through curated, deeply personal travel experiences.
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As founder of Love Travel Girl and creator of The Joy of Disconnecting, she designs transformative journeys from heartfelt homecomings returning to the motherland to soul-centered retreats that redefine how women experience stillness, rejuvenation, and sisterhood.
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A certified travel professional through Virtuoso and the Global Business Travel Association, Shonda draws on more than two decades of high profile event planning—including experiences for up to 20,000 guests—to ensure every journey runs seamlessly, with each moment intentionally curated.
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As a speaker and storyteller, Shonda inspires women to embrace the pause as a form of power. Her signature approach is rooted in a lifelong love of hospitality, a commitment to wellness and a gift for creating spaces where women can exhale, let down their guard, and reconnect with what matters most: their joy, their wellbeing, their peace.
Preferred Partners
Unrivaled Global Presence, Always Beside You
We collaborate with the world’s most exceptional hotels, retreats, and experience makers—each handpicked for their commitment to personalized service, refined discretion, and unforgettable moments.​​
Love Travel Girl is an independent affiliate of Largay Travel, a proud Virtuoso member, who is endorsed by the Forbes Travel Guide for dedication to the experience of its travel clients.
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