In this episode, host Ariel of Wander Lounge speaks with Colleen Vincent of Elevate Travel Group, to walk you through the full itinerary for our upcoming Greece group trip. Together, we break down what to expect in Athens, Santorini, and Mykonos, how the trip is designed to balance culture, connection, and ease. We answer the most frequently asked questions; from accommodations, activities, and payment plans. If you’ve been curious about joining a women’s group trip to Greece, this episode gives you all the details you need to decide if it’s the right fit.

Sign-Up for the Greece group trip at www.wanderloungepodcast.com

Connect With Us:

Ariel Travis: @wander_lounge

Colleen Vincent: @colleenvincent7

Today’s guest is Iantha Richardson, a talented American actress whose journey from Washington, D.C. to our screens is rooted in artistry, resilience, and intention. Trained as a dancer with a BFA from Fordham University: The Ailey School, Iantha began her creative path through movement before transitioning into acting.

She landed her first major role on This Is Us and went on to captivate audiences as Tessa Lorraine in American Soul. Her breakout performance as Faith Mitchell on ABC’s hit series Will Trent highlights her ability to bring depth, strength, and humanity to a character navigating loyalty, identity, and integrity within a male-dominated profession.

Beyond acting, Iantha is also a writer, director, and producer, driven by a desire to “control the narrative” and elevate meaningful stories from underrepresented perspectives. In this conversation, we explore her creative evolution, the courage it takes to pivot careers, and how intention plays a central role in both her art and life.

Whether she’s stepping into complex roles on screen or building stories behind the camera, Iantha brings thoughtfulness, ambition, and vision to everything she creates.

✨ In this episode, we discuss:

• Transitioning from dance to acting
• Navigating the entertainment industry with purpose
• Representation and storytelling from underrepresented voices
• What it means to control your own narrative
• Creating art with intention and integrity

This episode is a reminder that your path doesn’t have to be linear, and that owning your story is a powerful act.

Connect With Us:

Iantha Richardson: @ianthasherii

Ariel Travis: @wander_lounge

Today’s guest is Nikki Vargas, an undeniable force in the worlds of travel, storytelling, and women’s empowerment. Originally from Bogotá, Colombia, Nikki is a two-time published author and the voice behind the bestselling memoir Call You When I Land, a deeply personal exploration of identity, belonging, and becoming. Her work has been widely recognized by Glamour, Real Simple, and Good Morning America.

Nikki is also the author of Wanderess, an evergreen women’s travel guide praised by Forbes and Refinery29 for its thoughtful approach to exploration and self-discovery. Beyond the page, she serves as Senior Digital Editor at Fodor’s Travel and is the founder of Unearth Women, a groundbreaking magazine dedicated to amplifying women’s stories from around the globe. In this episode, we dive into Nikki’s journey as a writer, editor, and entrepreneur, the power of travel as a tool for self-expression, and what it means to take up space as a woman, both creatively and professionally. Nikki brings a global perspective, deep intention, and an unwavering commitment to storytelling that uplifts and connects.

This conversation is an invitation to reflect on where travel has taken you, and where it might lead you next.

Connect with Nikki:

Follow her journey at @niknakvargas , or on her website. Get a your copy of Call You When I Land and Wanderess.

Connect with Ariel:

Follow her on @wander_lounge. Sign up for the newsletter to learn travel tips and to get details about our upcoming group trip to Greece here.