A GFG-Girlfriends' Getaway: A Woman's Guide to Traveling With Your Girls

By Vikki Miller-Walton

You will find this GFG-Girlfriends' Getaways' guide to be uplifting and fun, tapping into your inner self and exploring the soulful reasons for taking a GFG-Girlfriends' Getaway. It will potentially push you to step outside your limits and embark on what many women have decided is an important part of their empowerment.

A GFG-Girlfriends' Getaway can provide benefits that extend beyond not just your personal and professional needs but those of your health and community.

Do not delay! Stop making excuses and do not put off what you know you can do today. A GFG-Girlfriends' Getaway is a part of the journey of life, a new life, an enhanced life of a woman.

• Language: English
• Publisher: BookBaby
• Release date: Apr 1, 2019
• ISBN: 9781543960938

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Copyright © 2019 by Vikki Miller-Walton

All rights reserved. This book or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of the publisher except for the use of brief quotations in a book review.

Print ISBN: 978-1-54396-092-1

eBook ISBN: 978-1-54396-093-8

Dedication And Acknowledgements

With love and sincere adoration, I dedicate this book to my beloved parents, Boyd and Maxine. It is because of them I am who I am and all that I will ever hope to be.

To my dearest family and friends whom have closely embraced the joys of sisterhood and sojourned with me the lifetime moments of GFG-Girlfriends’ Getaway, I am eternally indebted and always humbly honored.

To those who have walked with me in countless ways of which they may not realize, I truly thank you, love you and greatly appreciate your contributions to my many endeavors in life.

In loving memory of my dear sister and friend Bonita Boatner-Young who shares an eternal piece of my heart. Gone too soon...

—Vikki D

About The Author

Vikki Miller-Walton is a corporate professional who has traveled extensively for 20-plus years both personally and professionally. Her travels have spanned all 50 U.S. states, 6 continents and numerous countries. As a wife and working mother, having raised a family, while developing lifelong travel friendships, she is convinced that traveling is a key component in the fulfillment of life’s journey. It is with this knowledge and wisdom that she is humbly compelled to write this book for your enjoyment, inspiration, and travel enlightenment.

You will find this book to be uplifting and fun, tapping into your inner self and exploring the soulful reasons for taking a GFG—Girlfriends’ Getaway. It will potentially push you to step outside your limits and embark on what many women have decided is an important part of their empowerment.

Vikki also recognizes that a GFG—Girlfriends’ Getaway can provide benefits that extend beyond not just your personal and professional needs but those of your health and community. With the support of her amazing editor, Peggy Glennie, we want you to enjoy the dialogue and join the GFG—Girlfriends’ Getaway club.

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Table of Contents

Preface

Introduction

Chapter 1: Why You’re Deserving Of A GFG-Girlfriends’ Getaway

Chapter 2: Convincing Significant Others

Chapter 3: Who Are Your Girlfriends? Travel Friends

Chapter 4: Decision Made – Girls’ Night Out For Planning

Chapter 5: It’s In The Details

Chapter 6: Costs And Finances – What To Consider

Chapter 7: Preparations While Away

Chapter 8: Disruptor Situations – No Drama Mama

Chapter 9: The Vacation

Chapter 10: Returning Home: Vacation Mode –

The Game Changer

Chapter 11: Summary And Conclusion

Chapter 12: Personal Quotes From Empowered Women

Who Embrace GFG-Girlfriends’ Getaway

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Preface

As a novice writer, I begin by sharing why I am compelled to write this book. As a woman, I’ve had the pleasure of sharing my amazing travel experiences with countless women and each discussion was filled with laughter and wonderment. Many have simply said, You must write a book. I’ve been told I have to share this knowledge and allow others to engage in the joys of finding themselves, enhancing friendships, and becoming better women as a result of a GFG—Girlfriends’ Getaway. You must show women how to go on a GFG—Girlfriends’ Getaway. I honestly agreed that this information needed to be shared and quickly, but how was this possible? With work, kids, family, and all the many obligations of life, I simply didn’t have the extra time to devote to writing a book.

Then one day while participating in a work-related training session, our instructor gave us our initial speech assignment centered around effective communication. She required each of us to present an impromptu speech. The purpose of the exercise was to enlighten the other participants of the group with our unique communication styles. I chose to discuss my GFG—Girlfriends’ Getaway and what inspired me to have the courage to go against the norm. As I passionately discussed how amazing the experiences are of leaving everything behind and focusing on oneself, the joys of the waters of Jamaica, the lovely sounds of the opera in Venice that left me in tears, the shopping expeditions in Las Vegas, I had the other participants—both men and women—bedazzled and in complete and utter amazement. I received one of the highest scores in the class for my presentation. I truly believe it was because I wholeheartedly believed in what I was saying and knew it to be honest and true.

As we went to lunch that day, the instructor pulled me aside and stated simply, You need to write a book. You have so much to share and you explain it so eloquently that it must be shared with the masses. I didn’t have the heart to tell her that I had already thought of writing a book and actually had an outline prepared. I didn’t want to expose my weakness in not finding the time to get it done, knowing how important of a topic it is. I began to realize I needed to make some adjustments in my life and get this book into the hands of women who needed it. This instructor confirmed what I already knew. It was time for me to write and complete this book.

Keep in mind, a GFG—Girlfriends’ Getaway is not for everyone. Some women are simply not comfortable with going away on vacations without their husbands and families. If you are one of those women, this book is not for you. But for those of you who recognize you spend fifty-two weeks of the year with your family and countless hours at work, if you think you deserve a few days out of the year to maintain some mental sanity, then this book is designed for you.

Also, this trip is not a substitute for your family or romantic getaways with your spouse or significant others. It is simply a supplement for a person you should lovingly embrace and that’s you!

This book will provide you with what I believe to be a tool that will take you to places you may have never been before both physically and spiritually. I assure you, a GFG—Girlfriends’ Getaway will be well worth the investment in time and commitment to enhancing your personal growth. Trust someone who has embarked on this journey for more than twenty-plus years. Don’t get me wrong, it won’t change or improve all of your personal situations, but it surely will give you a better understanding of who you are as an individual woman, mother, sister, friend, etc.

This book is going to open the door to many of the wonderful benefits of the GFG—Girlfriends’ Getaway. It will explore the benefits to enjoying a GFG—Girlfriends’ Getaway through the eyes of women and highlight the positive results. This book is not a traditional travel guide but a girlfriend’s soulful guide that uplifts your spirit and explores ways to live life to the fullest. Remember, it’s all about the woman in you! I hope this book will empower you to enjoy travels locally, regionally, and globally.

As you read this book, embrace the sincerity and written wisdom and know that I am truly an advocate and supporter of journeys that empower women and also help women to make this world a better place for all to live.

Do not delay. Stop making excuses and do not put off what you know you can do today. Don’t be one of those women who say, I can’t do it, it’s too hard or get enthusiastic about a GFG—Girlfriends’ Getaway and never follow through with participating in these types of life events. And don’t be that woman who procrastinates with sayings such as I’ll wait until I retire or once the kids are older. If you don’t make the effort, you’ll look around and regret missed opportunities.

Remember, tomorrow is never promised. Live for today and plan for tomorrow. Make a GFG—Girlfriends’ Getaway a priority. If it’s important to you, you’ll find a way. This book is a guide to help you find that way by giving you the tools to understand the need and importance. These trips can be a part of the journey of your life, a new life, an enhanced life for you as a woman. And at the end of the day, your family and friends will encourage you to explore these new opportunities once they see