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.

Yes, we begin with Cannes (where I am right now)—but we're actually talking about how certain places give you space to imagine new chapters of your life…

And what to do when you’re craving that feeling but can’t exactly move to the French Riviera.

We chat about:

• Why feeling good in your body can lead to unexpected clarity

• How changing your environment shifts your inner pace

• 5 ways to create that feeling—no travel required

• Sensory tricks that calm your system and wake up new ideas

This might be the best morning routine I’ve ever had.
Let’s talk about what life looks like right now in Cannes—from the jogs by the sea to the market finds and everything in between.

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Make your slow travel life easier. In this episode, I’m sharing the travel tips that help me settle in, stay comfortable, and actually enjoy the experience.

• How I find my next destination
• What to pack to feel at home
• How to pack for all seasons
• Essential apps for Europe
• The routine that makes all the difference

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In this episode, I’m breaking down why Budapest stands out (for me) from other European cities I’ve been to (27+ countries and counting).

If Budapest isn’t on your list yet, it might be after this episode.

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