Today’s guest is Kayla Kelly, a fighter, dream-chaser, and true global citizen. From studying abroad in Spain and Italy to now living and training full-time in Mexico as a Muay Thai fighter, Kayla has designed a life fueled by exploration, resilience, and bold self-belief.

In this episode, Kayla opens up about how falling in love with Muay Thai during the pandemic transformed her path. She shares what it’s like to train as a woman in a male-dominated sport, how solo travel shaped her worldview, and what it means to bet on yourself even when the odds feel stacked. With five fights under her belt and a spot in the Amazing Muay Thai Festival in Italy on the horizon, Kayla’s story reminds us of the power of discipline, intuition, and carving your own lane.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How travel and sport intertwine to shape identity
• Kayla’s transition from study abroad to full-time athlete
• The emotional and mental strength behind stepping into the ring
• How to stay grounded while living boldly abroad
• Advice for anyone chasing an unconventional dream

Connect with us:

Kayla Kelly: @kaykelly13

Ariel Travis: @wander_lounge and wanderloungepodcast.com

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What if making new friends didn’t feel awkward—but joyful? This week on Wander Lounge, Ariel sits down with Liv Schreiber, a creative entrepreneur redefining what it means to build authentic connection in adulthood. As the visionary behind Hot and Social and Camp Social, Liv is turning social spaces into soulful ones, crafting intentional experiences where community thrives and fun comes first.

From lakeside journaling and water sports to wine nights under the stars, Camp Social is a retreat designed for women and nonbinary folks craving meaningful friendships and playful reconnection. Liv shares how she grew a simple idea into a movement, why adult friendships deserve celebration, and how loneliness can be replaced with laughter, presence, and sisterhood.

In this episode, we explore:

• The inspiration behind Hot and Social
• How Camp Social creates space for real connection
• The power of joy, intention, and nostalgia in adult friendships
• Why it’s okay to seek new community (at any age)

Whether you're craving deeper connection or dreaming of starting your own community—this episode will inspire you to make friendship a fun priority.

Connect with us:

Liv Schreiber: @livschreiber and hotandsocial.com

Ariel Travis: @wander_lounge and wanderloungepodcast.com

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In this episode of Wander Lounge, we're joined by Kelly Lewis — serial entrepreneur, global traveler, and the visionary behind Go! Girl Guides, Damesly, and the Women’s Travel Fest. With over a decade spent disrupting the travel industry and empowering women to see the world on their own terms, Kelly brings a powerhouse perspective on what it really takes to build a life of freedom, impact, and creativity.

We dive into the story behind her best-selling book Tell Her She Can’t, how she scaled multiple 6-figure businesses from pure passion, and why her newest venture — Portland’s Wine Spa — just landed a spot on Time Magazine’s World’s Greatest Places list. Whether you're dreaming of your next solo trip or building something big from scratch, this episode will leave you fired up to say YES to your own wild ideas.

Connect With Us:

• Ariel Travis: @wander_lounge and www.wanderloungepodcast.com
• Kelly Lewis: @gokellylewis and @winespa_pdx