I grew up in Kenya with a passport full of dreams and a calendar full of responsibilities. The “right time” never arrived—so I stopped waiting. Over the next three decades I explored 90+ countries, learned how to plan calmly and safely, and proved to myself that travel can be both soul-filling and affordable.
Along the way I noticed something: we don’t travel for hotels or hashtags. We travel to feel different—braver, lighter, connected, joyful. That’s why I became an ICF-certified coach and created TravelwithMkay: a supportive place where midlife women get the clarity, structure, and confidence to say, “I’m going.”
Why I coach
You don’t need to be fearless—you need a plan you trust.
Safety and comfort can sit beside spontaneity.
Smart trade-offs beat big budgets every time.
The best trips are the ones you actually take.
How I help
We get clear on what you want from this trip, then build a simple, realistic plan around your destination, timing, budget, and safety—plus a light-packing approach that keeps you free to enjoy it. You stay in control; I’m your guide, sounding board, and cheer section from idea to touchdown.
If you’re ready to swap “one day” for “I’m going,” I’m here for you—gently, practically, and on your terms.
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Carry-on lists
Safety must-haves
Smart budget swaps
The view feels different when you’ve said, “I’m going
Together we turn what-ifs into a simple plan where to go, when to go, and how to go safely and affordably. Coaching for women who want trips they’ll actually take.
We’re in 2025 AI is everywhere.
Still, demand for human guidance is rising, a sustained 76% jump seen in consumers seeking for a travel advisor this year ~ Virtuoso.
Why Travel Coaching with Mkay?
Travel coaching links the why behind your trip to a plan you actually use. If you’re a woman 40+ who’s done waiting, Mkay helps you turn intention into “I’m going” — with confidence, calm, and choice.
Why not just a travel agent ?
Agency sells; coaching empowers. You keep control of decisions while we guide mindset, clarity, and trade-offs.
Outcomes over itineraries. We start with what you want to feel or change, then make travel serve that outcome.
Skills for life. You learn how to choose, plan, and travel well forever — not just for one trip.
Why Mkay ?
Designed for women . Safety, comfort, and budget-smart choices without losing joy.
Evidence-backed support. Gentle accountability, practical tools, and clear next steps.
Real-world depth. ICF-certified coach, 90+ countries — distilled into simple, doable guidance.
Why now?
Because “one day” keeps moving. Your energy, curiosity, and priorities are ready now — and the right trip can change how you feel about the next decade.
Ambitious travelers who loves to help. empower. and inspire others to travel more
Whether you’re passionate about sustainable travel, solo female travel, black women travel, couples who travel, retirees who travel, single moms who travel, traveling families, voluntourism, budget travel, travel hacking, culturally-limited women who travel, wellness travel, or any other area of specialty when it comes to travel and want to build a thriving business, you’re in the right place!
From dreaming to doing — ready to say ‘ I’m going ! ' ?
