This episode’s about the little things that are going to help you feel more settled in Tirana, Albania.

Routines, meeting people, and why those details matter more than you think when you’re living abroad.

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When you start building a life abroad, the question of who am I in all this? always comes up. This episode is about that journey—navigating labels, letting go of old ones, and discovering a new way to name the life I'm living now.

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Whether you're just curious about life in Albania or planning a slow travel experience, this one’s packed with insight, stories, and heart.
In today’s episode, I unpack the reasons why I keep coming back.

We’ll talk about:
• What it’s really like living in Tirana as a slow traveler
• Why Albania is a top pick for digital nomads
• The everyday moments that make this city feel like home
• And so much more

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Ever wonder what it really takes to live a slow travel lifestyle?
This week, I’m answering your questions—from staying productive when the scenery keeps changing to dealing with loneliness, starting over (again and again), and the small rituals that help me feel at home anywhere. If you’ve been curious about the behind-the-scenes of this life, this one’s for you.

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This month, I spent four weeks in Marseille—and I’ll be honest, it wasn’t the easiest city to settle into.

In this Looking Back episode, I’m sharing what made it challenging, what helped me feel grounded, and what I’ll take with me.

We’ll get into the city’s deep-rooted history, its complex present, and how that tension shows up in everyday life—from its layered neighborhoods to its midday rhythms.

I’ll also walk through what I’d do if I were just visiting for a few days, plus the things I wish I’d known before coming to this part of France.

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What if the best part of a trip isn’t what you see, but what it brings up in you?
This week, I share our weekend trip from Marseille to Paris—but before I get into that, I want to talk to you about where this podcast is heading.

We chat about:

• Becoming more than a travel guide

• Taking the train from Marseille to Paris

• Renting electric bicycles in a new city

• Having dinner on my own in Paris

Not going to lie—Marseille is the kind of place that frustrates you one minute and wins you over the next. I didn’t fall for it right away, but the food, the sea, and one unforgettable hike are starting to change that.

We chat about:

• My hike to the Calanques and what you should know before you go

• A neighborhood that reminds me of Berlin

• The contrast between Marseille’s grittiness and refinement

• Three grab-and-go lunch spots I’m already loyal to

• My current coworking spot and my sunset ritual

  
  

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Marseille is layered, messy, beautiful—and it doesn’t reveal itself easily. If you slow travel, you know: the first few days can make or break how you feel in a place.

In today’s episode:

• A rough landing and the lessons tucked inside it

• The overlooked details that shape your everyday

• Finding calm in a city that pulls you in every direction

• A first look at what’s keeping me grounded here

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If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to spend a month in Cannes—this one’s for you.
More than just red carpets, Cannes has a slower rhythm and a livable kind of luxury that might surprise you.

We’ll chat about:

• Morning routines made better by the sea

• What’s worth trying at the local market

• A quieter side of luxury you can actually feel

• Day trips to Antibes and Nice (and how they compare)

• A reminder that connection can start with just a coffee invite

🎧 Let’s take a stroll through Cannes together.

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In this reflection episode, I’m unpacking something personal—the hesitation I sometimes feel sharing my "digital nomad", slow travel lifestyle.

Not because I don’t love it, but because of how I think others might see it.

If you’ve ever worried about being misunderstood, I think this one will resonate. Give it a listen.