In this episode of Go Far Girl, I’m joined by photographer, veteran, and studio owner Ayla Quellhorst, who never expected a business trip to turn into a sisterhood.

What began as a way to cover travel costs for her photography studio became something deeper — a journey where women learned to trust each other, advocate for themselves, laugh in the chaos, and show up fully.

We talk about:
✨ Taking your team on the road — and what travel reveals
✨ The messy, funny, very real moments that bond women together
✨ Navigating personalities, emotions, triggers, and expectations
✨ Why travel is the fastest way to truly know someone
✨ How intentional vulnerability builds unshakable loyalty
✨ What to do when things don’t go as planned (like… laundry + wet clothes + strangers talking trash by the pool 🙃)

Ayla also shares her work empowering women through boudoir photography — and how stepping into a space where you are seen, celebrated, and hyped up can be life-changing.

Whether you’re planning a girls’ trip, a team retreat, or your first solo adventure — this conversation is your reminder that the magic happens in the middle of the mess.

🌐 Website: https://www.aylaquellhorst.com
📸 Instagram: @aylaquellhorstphotography

In this episode of Go Far Girl, I’m joined by Dr. Marga Macias — a pediatrician, mom, and lifelong traveler whose most meaningful journeys have been shared with the people she loves.

We talk about how travel can completely shift the way we see ourselves and each other — from the unforgettable European adventure that revealed a playful, free-spirited side of her grandmother, to the joy of exploring the world with her own children now as adults.

We cover:
✨ Seeing loved ones in a whole new light
✨ Why travel brings families closer
✨ How to travel with kids at different life stages
✨ The gift of letting go, laughing more, and loosening the rules
✨ Why you should schedule the trip — not just talk about it

Dr. Macias also shares her perspective as a pediatrician on the emotional, developmental, and confidence-building benefits of travel for kids, and how even small trips can change everything.

Whether you're daydreaming about your next adventure or trying to convince yourself to finally book it — this episode will remind you that the memories we make together are the souvenirs that matter most. ❤️

Connect with Dr. Marga Macias:
Instagram: @MargaMacias
Facebook: Marga Macias
LinkedIn: Dr. Marga Macias

Today’s guest is Amrita Rose — an award-winning author, public speaker, and certified holistic life and career coach. At 60 years old, Amrita sold nearly everything she owned and set out on a bold solo journey to rediscover herself after burnout. She’s no stranger to transformation, having navigated multiple career shifts, lived across three countries, and written a self-help book that encourages people to ditch the status quo and embrace a life of meaning. In today’s episode, she shares the raw truth of what it means to start over, the unexpected lessons she learned in the U.K., and how travel helped her tap into courage she didn’t even know she had.

Check out Amritas Book - No Plaid Suits

Follow her website at Unstoppable Life, or on Youtube

Whitney Duenas Richardson grew up on Guam, survived a near-fatal car crash and a devastating hurricane, and found healing through travel. Now, as the founder of Global Sprouts, she’s on a mission to raise globally curious, compassionate kids. In this episode of Go Far Girl, Whitney shares how her island heritage, moments of loss, and resilience shaped her journey—and why teaching cultural empathy to the next generation matters more than ever.

Check out Global Sprouts and follow Whitney on her website, tiktok, or instagram. instagram.com/whitfromguam

Be sure to use code CHANTELLEKINCY at check out for a special discount. 

Is Honduras safe for solo female travelers? Madison from Madison’s Footsteps is here to challenge everything you think you know. After living for a year on the island of Roatán, she’s sharing the unfiltered truth about what life is really like in this Caribbean paradise.

In this episode of Go Far Girl, we talk about why Roatán might be the most underrated island in Central America, how it compares to more popular beach destinations, and what Madison learned as a solo traveler navigating life, friendships, and safety far off the tourist trail. From snorkeling and sunsets to shifting global perspectives, this is your sign to stop playing it safe—and start going where your heart pulls you.

Connect with Madison on her website, Madisons Footsteps. 

1:1 Roatan planning services: https://madisonsfootsteps.com/roatan-itinerary-planning/

Roatan restaurant guide: https://madisonsfootsteps.com/restaurants-in-roatan-honduras/

ALL Roatan guides: https://madisonsfootsteps.com/honduras-travel-guides/

What happens when a canceled couple’s trip turns into a solo adventure that rewrites your entire life?

In this episode of Go Far Girl, travel writer and coach Georgie Darling shares how one solo trip to Thailand after a breakup led to a total life transformation. From quitting her job and moving to Southeast Asia, to getting stranded on a tiny island in Indonesia during the pandemic, Georgie’s journey is a masterclass in turning unexpected detours into powerful new beginnings.

We talk about what 5.5 years of full-time solo travel taught her about confidence, freedom, and designing a business that supports the life you actually want. If you've ever felt stuck or unsure of your next step, this episode will give you the courage to choose your own path.

Follow Georgie on her website "The Freedom Route" or on Instagram

Tired of waiting for the “right time” to travel, Brodi Cole packed up her life, grabbed her husband and son, and hit the road—permanently. In this episode, Brodi shares how she left suburban life behind to become a full-time digital nomad, what it’s really like to raise a child while traveling the world, and why driving the Pan American Highway changed everything. If you’ve ever wondered how to afford full-time travel, how to make it work with kids, or whether it’s truly possible—this episode will open your eyes to a new way of living.

Follow Brodis adventures on her website, or on YouTube

Alexandra set out on a bold adventure to Vietnam—but when a sudden medical emergency left her reeling, she came close to calling it quits. In this gripping (and unexpectedly hilarious) episode of Go Far Girl, she shares the story of how everything went sideways, the moment she nearly gave up, and the stubborn strength that pulled her through.

Follow Alexandra and all of her adventures on her website, The Bucket List Mermaid, and on Instagram.  

Grab her free photography guide here.

Travel blogger Cat Xu takes us deep into the wild heart of Mongolia — a place she calls the most difficult and transformative destination she’s ever visited. From vast, unforgiving landscapes to unforgettable moments of human connection, this episode of Go Far Girl explores why the hardest journeys often leave the deepest impact.

Follow Cat: Nomadicated.com

At 19, Cat Xu walked away from college and into a life of solo travel — eventually exploring over 65 countries through vanlife, hitchhiking, and long-term backpacking. In this inspiring episode of Go Far Girl, she shares how she got started, the seasons of long-term travel, and what it really takes to build a life of freedom, one brave step at a time.

Follow Cat on her website and instagram.