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A self-proclaimed “budget traveler who likes nice things,” Nicole Hu (@HuTravelsTheWorld) is living proof that luxury and backpacking can coexist 💅🌎

After quitting her job during the Great Resignation of 2021, Nicole set out to travel the world — and hasn’t looked back since. In this episode, she joins Cassy Martinez to spill all the tea on:

💼 What to do right after turning in your two weeks’ notice

📸 “Embracing the cringe” and going for it as a travel creator

💸 Realistic tips for budget travel that still feels bougie

📍Hidden gems from her recent adventures in Mexico and Colombia

If you’ve ever dreamed about quitting your 9–5 to see the world, or just want to learn how to make your travel money stretch way further, this episode is your inspo to book the flight — and keep it classy on a budget.

The pod that puts the ✨lover✨ in travel lover, join @CassyyMartinez as she swaps juicy travel stories with a slew of amazing adventurers who kiss and tell. Inspired to share your epic travel story? Leave a voicemail at speakpipe.com/globethotter to tell Cassy all about it.

🎧 Keywords: budget travel podcast, solo female travel, digital nomad tips, quitting your job to travel, backpacking Mexico and Colombia, travel creator stories, Nicole Hu, Globethotter podcast.

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Where to find Nicole Hu:

• Nicole's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hutravelstheworld/

• Nicole's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hutravelstheworld

• Nicole's blog: https://hutravelstheworld.com

An American in Paris, working New York hours — sounds dreamy, right? 🇫🇷☕️

In this episode, host Cassy Martinez chats with TC Newman, a journalist and writer who’s mastered the art of living abroad while working remotely. Her days begin with strolls through Parisian museums and French coffee, and end with a full New York workday — proving you can have the best of both worlds.

TC shares all her best tips for those ready to give expat life a real shot, including:

🏡 The site she used to score a free apartment in London by housesitting plants (yes, really!)

💻 How to balance time zones and boundaries when working abroad

🌍 Real talk on creating a life overseas without compromise

👑 A cheeky travel story involving a Prince Harry lookalike and a little too much absinthe

Whether you’re dreaming of Parisian mornings or plotting your remote-work escape, this episode is packed with insights that just might change your life.

The pod that puts the ✨lover✨ in travel lover, join @CassyyMartinez as she swaps juicy travel stories with a slew of amazing adventurers who kiss and tell. Inspired to share your epic travel story? Leave a voicemail at speakpipe.com/globethotter to tell Cassy all about it.

🎧 Keywords: living abroad podcast, working remotely in Europe, digital nomad in Paris, house sitting abroad, expat life tips, travel love stories, TC Newman, Globethotter podcast.

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Where to find TC Newman: 

• TC's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tcnewmantv/

• TC's Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tcnewmantv/

• TC's story on Josephine Baker for Inside Edition Digital: https://bit.ly/josephineIE

Let’s talk about sex, baby. 🔥

In this episode, host Cassy Martinez gets deep with Court Vox—a certified somatic sex educator and coach who helps people reconnect with pleasure and presence. Joining us from Costa Rica, where he was co-hosting a luxury retreat deep in the jungle, Court shares what it’s really like to travel the world helping clients find their “sweet spot” (literally and figuratively).

Together, Cassy and Court dive into:

💋 What somatic sex education actually means and how it transforms intimacy

🌍 How travel can expand your sensual and emotional experiences

💞 Experimenting with Tinder abroad and exploring polyamory

🧠 Navigating post-travel depression and emotional resets

✈️ Designing a lifestyle that blends travel, healing, and connection

Nothing’s off the table in this honest, open conversation about sex, love, and the power of living—and loving—without shame.

The pod that puts the ✨lover✨ in travel lover, join @CassyyMartinez as she swaps juicy travel stories with a slew of amazing adventurers who kiss and tell. Inspired to share your epic travel story? Leave a voicemail at speakpipe.com/globethotter to tell Cassy all about it.

🎧 Keywords: somatic sex education, sex-positive podcast, polyamory and travel, intimacy abroad, post-travel depression, sexual wellness, Court Vox, Globethotter podcast.

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• Get in the loop on our upcoming group trips: https://globethotter.com

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• TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@globeth0tter

Where to find Court Vox:

• Court's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtvox/

• The Body Vox on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebodyvox/

Losing your v-card in Paris? Turns out, it’s not all it’s cracked up to be 🫠

In this wildly funny episode, host Cassy Martinez sits down with Caulumn Andrews, a Scottish content creator, full-time backpacker, and self-proclaimed party philosopher currently living at an Edinburgh hostel—where he also slings pints at the rowdy pub downstairs.

Together, Cassy and Caulumn dive into:

🍻 The truth about long-term hostel life in Europe

💘 Hilarious (and cringe-worthy) travel hookup stories

✈️ The chaos of backpacking, missed flights, and fast friendships

🧠 Real talk: Who are we when no one from home is watching

💇‍♂️ And yes... what is it about Australians with mullets that’s just so oddly attractive?

If you’ve ever made a best friend (or a questionable decision) abroad, this episode is your love letter to the beautiful mess that is backpacker life.

The pod that puts the ✨lover✨ in travel lover, join @CassyyMartinez as she swaps juicy travel stories with a slew of amazing adventurers who kiss and tell. Inspired to share your epic travel story? Leave a voicemail at speakpipe.com/globethotter to tell Cassy all about it.

🎧 Keywords: backpacking Europe, hostel life stories, travel hookups podcast, funny travel stories, dating abroad, party hostel culture, Caulumn Andrews, Globethotter podcast.

Keep up with GLOBETHOTTER:

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• Get in the loop on our upcoming group trips: https://globethotter.com

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Where to find Cassy Martinez:

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• TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@globeth0tter

Where to find Caulumn Andrews: 

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caulumn2/

• Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/caulumn

• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caulumn

What does “home” mean when you’re constantly on the move? 🌍💫

In this soulful episode, host Cassy Martinez sits down with Briona Lamback —award-winning writer, poet, and co-founder of Buoyant Travel, a global community for Black travelers. A true multi-hyphenate, Bri is a traveling poet, cocktail alchemist, and storyteller redefining what belonging looks like on the road.

Together, they dive into:

❤️ Falling in love at first sight in Ghana (and the host who stole her heart in Rome)

🌍 The search for people and places that feel like home🍸 The best cocktail bars she’s discovered abroad—including where to find the best espresso martini in London

🖤 Building community and representation through Buoyant Travel

If you’ve ever chased connection across continents—or wondered where home really is—this conversation will leave you inspired, grounded, and maybe craving a martini.

The pod that puts the ✨lover✨ in travel lover, join @CassyyMartinez as she swaps juicy travel stories with a slew of amazing adventurers who kiss and tell. Inspired to share your epic travel story? Leave a voicemail at speakpipe.com/globethotter to tell Cassy all about it.

🎧 Keywords: Black travelers podcast, finding home through travel, travel love stories, Buoyant Travel, solo female travel, best cocktail bars abroad, Briona Lamback, Globethotter podcast.

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• Get in the loop on our upcoming group trips: https://nor.by/r2euBP

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• TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@globeth0tter

Where to find Briona:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brionaa.l/

• Her travel company, Buoyant: https://buoyanttravel.com/

A motorcycle-riding digital nomad who splits her time between the US and Indonesia, Sarah Lempa is both the woman you want to be and the woman you’d probably date. 💋

A fearless freelance writer and founder of Dang Fine Creative, Sarah has penned viral stories like “7 Things I Learned from Dating in Other Countries,” proving she knows a thing or two about travel love.

In this episode, host Cassy Martinez chats with Sarah about:

🌏 Buying a one-way ticket to Bali after ditching her college internship and situationship

💋 Making out with a stranger 42,000 feet in the air (yep, true story)

💻 Life as a motorcycle-riding digital nomad

🔥 How to build confidence and be the badass you want to date

If you’ve ever fantasized about booking a one-way ticket, reinventing yourself abroad, or redefining what dating looks like when you’re constantly in motion—this episode is your sign.

The pod that puts the ✨lover✨ in travel lover, join @CassyyMartinez as she swaps juicy travel stories with a slew of amazing adventurers who kiss and tell. Inspired to share your epic travel story? Leave a voicemail at speakpipe.com/globethotter to tell Cassy all about it.

🎧 Keywords: solo female travel, dating abroad, Bali travel podcast, digital nomad lifestyle, confidence tips for travelers, travel love stories, Sarah Lempa, Globethotter podcast.

Keep up with GLOBETHOTTER:

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• Get in the loop on our upcoming group trips: https://globethotter.com

• Shop Globethotter merch: https://bit.ly/shopglobethotter

Where to find Cassy Martinez:

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• Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/cassyymartinez

• TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@globeth0tter

Where to find Sarah Lempa:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelempa/

• Her website: https://www.sarahlempa.com/

• Her biz, Dang Fine Creative: https://www.dangfinecreative.com/

Travel tip extraordinare and content creator, Klaudia Jakubiak AKA The Travel Critic, stops by the pod to share her tale of manifesting a tall, dark and handsome Portuguese Papi on New Year's Eve thousands of miles away from home. No stranger to manifesting cool experiences all over the world, tune in for Klaudia's tips for making your travel dreams a reality… International love affairs included.

The pod that puts the ✨lover✨ in travel lover, join @CassyyMartinez as she swaps juicy travel stories with a slew of amazing adventurers who kiss and tell. Inspired to share your epic travel story? Leave a voicemail at speakpipe.com/globethotter to tell Cassy all about it.

Keep up with GLOBETHOTTER:

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• Shop Globethotter merch: https://bit.ly/shopglobethotter

Where to find Cassy Martinez:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassyymartinez

• Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/cassyymartinez

• TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@globeth0tter

Where to find Klaudia Jakubiak: 

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetravelcritic/

Did someone order an Americano? 🇫🇷☕️

In this episode, host Cassy Martinez sits down with Damon Dominique—Paris-based content creator, writer, and self-proclaimed playboy who’s built an international following by mixing travel, philosophy, and unapologetic charm.

Together, Cassy and Damon get into:

💬 How to put yourself out there and make new friends anywhere in the world

💘 Damon’s secrets for flirting and connecting across languages and cultures

🌍 What it’s really like living abroad in Paris as an American

📱 Why his approach to dating goes way beyond Tinder Passport

Whether you’re traveling solo or just trying to channel your inner main character, this episode is packed with gems that’ll help you live—and love—more boldly wherever you land.

The pod that puts the ✨lover✨ in travel lover, join @CassyyMartinez as she swaps juicy travel stories with a slew of amazing adventurers who kiss and tell. Inspired to share your epic travel story? Leave a voicemail at speakpipe.com/globethotter to tell Cassy all about it.

🎧 Keywords: Paris expat life, making friends abroad, flirting while traveling, solo travel podcast, digital nomad lifestyle, Damon Dominique, travel confidence, Globethotter podcast.

Keep up with GLOBETHOTTER:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theloverintravellover

• Join Globethotter's Whatsapp Group: ⁠http://bit.ly/3W9OR23⁠

• Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/globethotter

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• Get in the loop on our upcoming group trips: https://instagram.com/globethotter

• Shop Globethotter merch: https://bit.ly/shopglobethotter

Where to find Cassy Martinez:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassyymartinez

• Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/cassyymartinez

• TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@globeth0tter

Where to find Damon Dominique:

• YouTube: https://tiny.cc/damondominique

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/damondominique/

• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@damondominique

• His French Course: https://courses.damondominique.com/

It's official, we've got an ex-travel crush on the pod! 😬

In this cheeky and unfiltered episode, Cassy Martinez sits down with Jackson, a former travel flame she first met at a sticky little party hostel in Lisbon—and then ran into again months later in London (because the travel gods love a plot twist).

Nothing’s off-limits in this one, as Cassy and Jackson recount:

💋 Hooking up in a hostel dorm

🚿 The incident involving an accidental golden shower

🎒 How backpacking sometimes brings out your inner villain

❤️‍🔥 What it’s like reconnecting with an ex-fling on the road

Equal parts hilarious, cringe, and brutally honest, this episode is proof that sometimes you have to travel long enough to see yourself become the villain—and love every messy minute of it.

The pod that puts the ✨lover✨ in travel lover, join @CassyyMartinez as she swaps juicy travel stories with a slew of amazing adventurers who kiss and tell. Inspired to share your epic travel story? Leave a voicemail at speakpipe.com/globethotter to tell Cassy all about it.

🎧 Keywords: travel hookups podcast, hostel life stories, dating abroad, backpacking confessions, funny travel stories, ex-fling abroad, Lisbon hostel.

Keep up with GLOBETHOTTER:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theloverintravellover

• Join Globethotter's Whatsapp Group: ⁠http://bit.ly/3W9OR23⁠

• Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/globethotter

• YouTube: https://www.bit.ly/globethotteryt

• Get in the loop on our upcoming group trips: https://instagram.com/globethotter

• Shop Globethotter merch: https://bit.ly/shopglobethotter

Where to find Cassy Martinez:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassyymartinez

• Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/cassyymartinez

• TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@globeth0tter

Where to find Jackson:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacksonfc1

“Wanna go together?” Three simple words that can change your entire trip as a solo traveler. 💫

In this episode, host Cassy Martinez and guest Talia Malberg relive the story of how they met while scoping for cuties in a sweaty Bosnian nightclub—and then ended up backpacking through the Balkans together for two unforgettable months.

Expect:

💃 The story of one wild night that turned into a two-month friendship

🎒 Real talk about meeting people while solo traveling

🌍 What it’s like to backpack through the Balkans as women

💘 How saying yes to random connections can change everything

This episode is a love letter to the beautiful chaos of solo travel—and the strangers who become soulmates along the way.

🎧 Keywords: solo travel friendships, backpacking Balkans, meeting people while traveling, Sarajevo nightlife, women traveling solo, travel podcast stories, Talia Malberg.

The pod that puts the ✨lover✨ in travel lover, join @CassyyMartinez as she swaps juicy travel stories with a slew of amazing adventurers who kiss and tell. Inspired to share your epic travel story? Leave a voicemail at speakpipe.com/globethotter to tell Cassy all about it.

Keep up with GLOBETHOTTER:

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• Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/globethotter

• YouTube: https://www.bit.ly/globethotteryt

• Get in the loop on our upcoming group trips: https://instagram.com/globethotter

• Shop Globethotter merch: https://bit.ly/shopglobethotter

Where to find Cassy Martinez:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassyymartinez

• Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/cassyymartinez

• TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@globeth0tter

Where to find Talia Malberg:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talia_malberg