Hi, I am Lavonda
FOUNDER, GOTTA GET AWAY VACATIONS
I’m the founder of Gotta Get Away Vacations and a seasoned travel professional with over two decades of experience in the global travel industry.
My background spans corporate travel, complex itineraries, and high-stakes planning where precision, discretion, and sound judgment matter. That experience shaped how I approach travel today: with structure, clarity, and respect for both time and investment.
Gotta Get Away Vacations exists for travelers who want their trips handled thoughtfully and completely. I work with families, groups, and discerning travelers who value expert guidance, trust professional boundaries, and prefer decisions made with confidence rather than overwhelm.
I believe travel should feel expansive, not exhausting. The work behind the scenes should be quiet, intentional, and well-managed. That’s where I come in.
HOW I APPROACH TRAVEL PLANNING
WHO THIS WORKS BEST FOR
Every trip I plan is led by expertise, not guesswork.
I design full-service international itineraries that account for logistics, pacing, comfort, and experience as a whole. This is not a collaborative, back-and-forth planning model. Clients come to me for judgment, recommendations, and execution—not endless options.
My role is to simplify complexity, anticipate issues before they arise, and create trips that feel seamless from start to finish.
Luxury, to me, is not excess. It’s clarity. It’s knowing the details have been handled so you don’t have to think about them.
- Are financially prepared and decisive
- Respect timelines and professional boundaries
- Value relief over control
- Want one clear plan, not constant revisions
If you enjoy researching every detail yourself, comparing advisors, or building your own itinerary, we’re likely not the right fit—and that’s intentional.
