WRITE YOUR LEGACY GHANA RETREAT
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August 21 - 28, 2024
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WRITE YOUR LEGACY GHANA RETREAT ✴ August 21 - 28, 2024 ✴
THE WRITE YOUR LEGACY RETREAT
You’re invited to an immersive writing experience
Join us on a transformative trip to Ghana, designed for young, Black professionals and creatives aged 24-36 (21+ required). Connect with your ancestral heritage, dance through Accra's vibrant nightlife, explore with a like-minded community, and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Ghanaian culture. It's more than a trip; it's a soulful journey you won't want to miss. Are you ready to experience the shift?
4 Reasons To Travel With Me
You Love Black History
I love all Black folks and have visions of a united global African diaspora. This retreat was intentionally designed to connect you with local Black history and culture through immersive experiences in Ghana.
You're Craving Community
You deserve to feel free while traveling; we don’t want to cramp your style. Unlike other companies, we won’t charge you extra for traveling solo. Almost all of our trips include single rooms for everyone.
You’re Writing A Literary Legacy
We put our money where our mouth is and support cool people, places, and businesses. On every trip we plan, we support at least two (but often more) Black businesses, from photographers to tour guides and beyond.
You're Tired Of Planning
You be planning your own trips, but sometimes it’s too much. You deserve to focus on enjoyment. We’ve been planning trips for our clients since 2017. Let us connect you with cool across the diaspora.
WHO I DO IT FOR ✈︎
WHO I DO IT FOR ✈︎
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Trip Style
Guided writing workshops
Cultural immersion
Community connection
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Accommodation
Boutique hotel
Private rooms
Centrally located
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Activity Level
Relaxed pace
Yoga class
Moderate walking and hiking
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Local Experience
English widely spoken
Keep cash on you
Easy to navigate - Uber & Bolt are available
Sample Itinerary
Day 1 - Awkaaba
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Retreat Intention Writing Session
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Accra City Tour
Today we will explore the best of Accra. Our city tour will take us to famous landmarks like the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial, Independence Square, and the W.E.B DuBois Center. We will learn the history of this beautiful country and its relationship with famous Pan-Africanists.
Writing Connection Circle
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Guided writing session
Accra City Tour
Lunch
RT transportation to all scheduled tours/events
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Breakfast
Lunch
Day 2 - Tap In With Accra
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Write Pitches That Land Workshop
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Writer’s Connection Circle
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Guided writing workshop
Writing connection circle
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Breakfast
Lunch
Day 3 - Write Away
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Akwaaba (welcome) to Ghana! We will pick you up from Kotoka International Airport and whisk you to our cozy boutique accommodations in the Osu neighborhood of Accra.
A Buoyant welcome gift will await you, and as you settle into your home for the week, we’ll be preparing for tonight’s welcome dinner.
You will get your first taste of Ghana with authentic local dishes at one of Accra’s well-loved restaurants for dinner.
Cheers!
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Airport transfer to hotel
Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant
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Dinner
Welcome drink
WHAT MY KINFOLK SAY ⤵
WHAT MY KINFOLK SAY ⤵
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"I joined Bri and seven other Black women for Detty December in Ghana 2022 and it was one of the best trips I've ever been on! I have traveled widely mostly/usually solo, but I couldn't have imagined a better trip for my first group retreat. Bri planned absolutely everything and all I had to do was pay and show up. She had been to Ghana 3x previous to our group trip and is so knowledgeable, prepared, kind and caring for everyone in the group, so I had no doubts that we were in good hands with her (and Cycy who led all the daytime group tours). For someone who plans all their own travel it was really nice to change roles and not have to worry about much. I got to take in all the wonders of Ghana from the nature, food, people and parties and fell in love with the country. I had such a fun time that I'm already considering going back for December 2023! I highly recommend booking with Buoyant Travel for any future trips, it's a guaranteed good time." -Tiffany S.
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"I had a great time on this trip and am looking forward to traveling with Buoyant again! Bri curated a great group of travelers, arranged beautiful and centrally located accommodations and special activities. The group day trips were well organized, with enough time to enjoy and not feel rushed going from one place to the next while still leaving plenty of time to explore on our own. Afrochella, the waterfall photo shoot, the tour of the city, and our visit to Cape Coast were my favorites. I appreciated Bri's communication throughout the trip, keeping us updated on schedules and changes, and checking in. Also, having a photographer, driver, tour guides, and local connections went a long way, especially while shopping and eating local foods. Everything, and I mean everything I tried, was delicious, from tilapia and banku to okra stew, light soup, waakye, fresh fruits, and bofrot – I enjoyed it all. At the beginning of the trip, I told the ladies I was looking forward to eating and dancing my way through Ghana, and I did just that! I couldn't have asked for a better *first* group trip with beautiful Black women from across the globe to experience the culture, company, and celebration that is December in Ghana. Thank you, Buoyant, for the experience!"-Kaya H.
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"I traveled with Buoyant Travel group December 2019 and it was such a monumental trip. This trip changed my life. Ghana will forever remain special to me and I have already returned twice. Briona is not only an amazing woman but she is an incredible tour guide. In my opinion, the purpose of booking with a tour group is for convenience, meeting like minded people, reduced stress, an organized trip, and great memories. Briona checked all of these boxes and was super organized. I have quickly referred her to others and I plan to join her group in Brazil!I traveled with Buoyant Travel group December 2019 and it was such a monumental trip. This trip changed my life. Ghana will forever remain special to me and I have already returned twice. Briona is not only an amazing woman but she is an incredible tour guide. In my opinion, the purpose of booking with a tour group is for convenience, meeting like minded people, reduced stress, an organized trip, and great memories. Briona checked all of these boxes and was super organized. I have quickly referred her to others and I plan to join her group in Brazil!"-Amber C.
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Sample Itinerary
Day 4 - Follow Your Bliss
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Cape Coast & Kakum National Park
This journey marks our official return home. We’ll celebrate with a transformative visit to Cape Coast Castle and Kakum National Park.
At Kakum, we’ll hike to the famous treetop canopies, and at the ‘castle,’ we will follow the same path as our ancestors did during their last moments on the coast of West Africa before walking through the ‘Door Of No Return.’
This part of the trip will be powerful and emotional for many. Our expert guide will show us around the ‘castles,’ sharing crucial stories of our ancestral past. After the tour, we’ll have time to reflect with an oceanside lunch.
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Cape Coast “Castle” Tour
Kakum National Park Visit
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Breakfast
Lunch
Day 5 - Honor the ancestors
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Workshop: TBD
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Batik On The Beach
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(2) Guided writing workshops
Batik-making workshop
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Breakfast
Lunch
Day 6 - add new title
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Rooftop Yoga
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Creating A Sense Of Place Workshop
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Rooftop Yoga Class
Guided writing workshop
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Breakfast
Lunch
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Day 7 - Free Day
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We are so glad that you joined us this week in Ghana.
Today, you'll say 'see ya' later' to your new travel friends. Although our time together in Ghana has ended, the memories (and photos) will last forever. &
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Airport transfer
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Breakfast
Day 8 - See You Later!
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FREE DAY
Writer’s Connection Circle + Farewell Dinner
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FREE DAY
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Breakfast
Dinner
“Briona's workshop was thoughtfully curated and organized! We really appreciated how she grounded her presentation in the legacy of Black travel writers that came before her. Briona provided insightful skills and gave us an opportunity to put them in practice through diverse writing activities. This is a must take workshop for those who are looking to equip themselves with travel writing techniques cultivated by an award-winning practitioner!”
- Moriah Ray, African Diaspora Alliance
FAQs
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Pre-retreat community connection call
7 Nights Stay in a boutique hotel
Roundtrip airport transfers
Welcome dinner
Farewell dinner
Seven breakfasts, five lunches, two dinners
Accra City Experience
Cape Coast Castle & Kakum National Park Experience
Batik-Making Workshop
Yoga class
Local cooking class
One group photography session
Air-conditioned transportation to all itinerary activities
Local travel guide on all experiences
Buoyant trip host on all experiences
Buoyant Accra Travel Guide
Buoyant Retreat Gift Bag
Ghana playlist
WhatsApp group message
Daily pre-retreat email support and community connection call
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Flights
Visa, vaccination, and COVID-19 testing fees
Meals not listed
Travel Insurance (mandatory to attend this trip)
Non-itinerary activities t
Alcoholic beverages
Private photoshoot (available as an add-on)
Transportation to non-itinerary activities
Incidental room charges
Service tips
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Of course! Payment plans are available from the time of booking through July 1, 2023. If you book after this date, full payment is due when you book the trip.
A non-refundable $500 deposit is due at booking.
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Yes. The retreat is designed to give Black women writers of all levels the clarity, confidence, and tools to write impactful stories that shape their literary legacies. Workshops support all writing level.
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Visas are required to enter Ghana (for US and most EU passport holders).
Please check out the Washington, D.C., or New York Ghana Embassy’s websites for more information.
Check out Passport Health for Yellow Fever info.
Please email us with any questions you have at hello@youmetravel.co
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You may receive a full refund up to 48 hours after booking for all trips booked before September 1, 2023.
After 48 hours, all deposits and future payments are non-refundable
Life happens! If you need to cancel after 48 hours, we can transfer your trip place and payments to someone else.
If you cancel after 48 hours, we may provide future trip credits at our discretion
To request a cancellation, email hello@buoyanttravel.com
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Check at our hotel at 2 PM on August 21. Please plan to arrive at Kotoka International Airport by 4 PM to settle in and join us for our welcome dinner. The retreat ends on August 28 by 11 AM.
Your Host
Meet Briona
I spent years doubting if my writing was good enough, unsure and unfulfilled. From a lifelong dream of writing professionally to navigating the uncertainty of a nomadic life, I yearned to tell impactful global stories. Faced with the challenges of an anti-Black media industry, I scoured the internet for answers, leading me to a pivotal moment: contributing to POPSUGAR and embarking on my writing journey. With each byline, I gained the confidence to send pitches, eventually securing a place among multi-award-winning travel and food journalists, recognized by prestigious organizations and featured in top publications. ADD NEW BIO
