Chelsea Yamase (@chelseakauai) joins CREATOR: The Podcast to share her journey from shy Hawaiian surfer to million-follower creator. Host Ross Borden explores Chelsea's 11 trips to Indonesia and her philosophy of prioritizing raw, authentic experiences over Instagram-perfect locations. Chelsea dives into growing up in Hawaii and how she learned to free dive at a later age. She offers candid insights about earning 80% of her income through quality brand partnerships over quantity, organizing epic women's adventure retreats from Patagonia to the Galapagos, and why she recently put everything in storage to search the world for a new place to call home. Whether you're an aspiring travel creator or simply interested in conscious tourism, this conversation delivers valuable perspective on building an authentic creative career while grappling with your impact on the places you love. To learn more about CREATOR: The Podcast, visit creatorthepodcast.com 00:00 - Introduction to Chelsea Yamase  01:14 - Living in Bali and Upcoming Scooter Adventure  02:06 - Exploring Lesser-Known Indonesian Islands  04:05 - Philosophy on Travel and Authentic Experiences  05:41 - Balancing Tourism Recognition vs. Protecting Places  09:33 - Growing Up in Hawaii  11:28 - Free Diving Journey and Underwater Passion  14:35 - Travel as a Path to Mindfulness  16:19 - Social Media, Mental Health, and Inspiring Young Women  19:09 - My Soul Track App and Affirmations  20:49 - Business of Being a Creator  23:55 - Running Retreats and In-Person Events  26:14 - Three Countries Passport Question  30:38 - Leaving LA and Searching for Home  32:38 - US Culture vs. European Lifestyle  35:39 - Community and Third Spaces  36:07 - Closing Thoughts