47 - S2E4 - Why Alicante? The Vision Behind Alicante Nomad Summit and Building a Global Nomad Hub

In this inspiring episode, I chat with 3 of the members of the team behind the Alicante Nomad Summit, Emiliya, Fabian, and Johanna. We dive into the details of this exciting event happening April 4th and 5th.We explore the unique charm of Alicante as a digital nomad hub, discussing the city's blend of beautiful scenery, strong community, and accessibility. The team shares their personal journeys to becoming digital nomads and what ultimately drew them to Alicante.The Alicante Nomad Summit aims to connect local and international communities, promote sustainability in remote work, and showcase the city as a thriving destination for digital nomads. We discuss the diverse range of speakers and topics, from AI and agile thinking to mindfulness and remote work strategies.This episode is packed with insights into the vision behind the summit, the team's commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, and what attendees can expect from this dynamic event.Alicante Nomad Summit Details:Website: alicantenomadsummit.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/alicante-nomad-summit/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomadwayappEmail: team@alicantenomadsummit.comAbout Travel Not to Escape:Travel Not to Escape is a podcast dedicated to inspiring and equipping you with resources to create a life that you don't need to travel to escape from. Use travel as a catalyst to redesign your life, connect meaningfully, and live intentionally. Each week, we share stories of transformation, adventure, and the power of travel.   Listen and Follow:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.travelnottoescape.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠travelnottoescape⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Geleen's Instagram @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠geleenonthego⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take the⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Play Personality Quiz⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Travel Not to Escape Community on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank you for tuning in! The Alicante Nomad Summit team's passion and vision are truly inspiring. If you're looking for connection, inspiration, and a deeper understanding of the digital nomad lifestyle, don't miss this episode! Don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast. Share it with someone who's ready to take their own leap into location independence. See you on the next adventure!

46 - S2E3 - Navigating the Entrepreneurial Journey: Insights from Mike Michelini

In this episode we interview Mike Michelini, as shares his journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, discussing the challenges and mental health aspects of being an entrepreneur. Mike is the founder and host of Global From Asia, a platform dedicated to helping businesses with cross-border e-commerce and global trade. Michael also organizes the Cross Border Summit and Cross Border Matchmaker, events designed to serve as learning hubs for global business owners to enhance their cross-border operations. His most recent venture is Hamza, a Crypto startup for ecommerce on blockchain.He reflects on his early inspirations, the transition to starting his own business, and the importance of networking and community support. Mike emphasizes the significance of maintaining mental health, finding balance in personal life, and the value of trust and integrity in business dealings.TakeawaysEntrepreneurship often begins with a spark of inspiration.Navigating corporate life can be challenging for aspiring entrepreneurs.Building a business requires resilience and adaptability.Networking is crucial for finding support and opportunities.Mental health is an important aspect of entrepreneurship.Maintaining a work-life balance is essential for long-term success.Trust and integrity are foundational in business relationships.Learning from failures is part of the entrepreneurial journey.Creating a supportive community can help overcome challenges.Writing and reflection can aid in processing business challenges.Keywordsentrepreneurship, mental health, cross-border e-commerce, blockchain, networking, personal growth, business challenges, support systems, work-life balance, startup community

45 - S2E2 - Navigating the Entrepreneurial Journey with John Ho, Founder of Alt_Co Living

Keywordsentrepreneurship, digital nomads, co-living, community building, work-life balance, business challenges, support systems, personal growth, Thailand, Altco LivingSummaryIn this episode of the Travel Not to Escape podcast, host Geleen interviews John Ho, co-founder of Altco Living, a co-living space in Thailand designed for digital nomads. John shares his journey from a conventional career in hospitality to entrepreneurship, discussing the challenges he faced in the early years, the importance of support systems, and the balance between work and play. He emphasizes the significance of community in his business model and how he navigates market changes and financial planning. John also reflects on the future of digital nomadism and shares core wisdom for aspiring entrepreneurs.Takeaways John's journey to entrepreneurship was a long process. The first years of entrepreneurship are often challenging. Mindset plays a crucial role in overcoming failures. Support systems are vital for navigating entrepreneurial challenges. Balancing work and play is essential for well-being. Exploration and competition drive innovation in business. Differentiation in co-living spaces is key to success. Adapting to market changes is crucial for sustainability. Financial resilience is important for navigating slow periods. Building a community enhances the co-living experience.Chapters00:00 Introduction to John Ho and Altco Livings03:07 Challenges of Early Entrepreneurship06:41 Mindset and Learning from Failures08:58 Support Systems in Entrepreneurship10:38 The Importance of Community12:15 Self-Care and Mental Health13:08 The Role of Play in Entrepreneurship16:22 Exploring Play Personalities18:57 Innovation in Co-Living Spaces21:20 Differentiating Factors in Business24:50 Future Trends and Challenges25:27 Navigating Growth and Demand in Hospitality27:42 Financial Resilience and Strategic Planning28:22 Innovative Business Models for Digital Nomads30:45 Community Building and Market Adaptation32:05 Decision-Making Through Collective Wisdom33:25 Marketing and Community Engagement Strategies36:02 Fostering Virtual Connections and Alumni Networks38:26 Burnout Awareness and Health in Entrepreneurship45:27 Core Wisdom for Entrepreneurs

44 - S2E01: Shaving Your Head in India, Queer Travel Community Resources, Digital Nomading and Becoming a Freelance Podcast Producer With “While Shes Away” Podcast Host and Dianni Hall

Welcome to Season 2! In this inspiring episode, I chat with Dianni Hall, a queer solo budget backpacker, digital nomad, and freelance podcast producer, who has been traveling the world for nearly six years. Dianni shares her transformative journey from “burning her life down” to go on her first solo trip to India at 23 to celebrating Pride in São Paulo, and how her travels have deeply shaped her identity and career. We explore the power of shedding old identities—literally and figuratively—through her experience at an ashram in India, where she shaved her head, symbolically letting go and embracing a new chapter. Dianni also discusses her transition into freelance podcast production and offers valuable resources for aspiring digital nomads and queer travelers. We talk about the importance of finding queer communities while traveling, the evolving nature of travel, and how to maintain a playful spirit even as an adult. I also give a shout out to important resources like SafetyWing for affordable travel insurance, especially when the unexpected things come up! This episode is packed with personal stories, practical tips, and reflections on how travel can transform not just your lifestyle but also your inner world. Contact Dianni While She’s Away Podcast Make Money While Traveling Workshop Instagram TikTok Finding Queer Community While Traveling Quouch: https://quouch-app.com/ LGBTQ Backpackers Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/lgbtq.backpackers/  Rainbow Remote by Hannah Dixon https://www.linkedin.com/company/rainbow-remote/?trk=public_post_main-feed-card-text  For Freelancers - HoneyBook: www.honeybook.com Sustainable Travel:  Responsible Travel Podcast  About Travel Not to Escape: Travel Not to Escape is a podcast dedicated to inspiring and equipping you with resources to create a life that you don't need to travel to escape from. Use solo travel as a catalyst to redesign your life, connect meaningfully, and live playfully. Each week, we share stories of transformation, adventure, and the power of solo travel. Listen and Follow: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.travelnottoescape.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠travelnottoescape⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Geleen's Instagram @⁠⁠⁠⁠geleenonthego⁠⁠⁠⁠ To learn more about how to make more meaningful connections anywhere in the world, join ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Passport to Connection.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the ⁠⁠FREE Solo Travel Confidence Workbook⁠⁠ Take the ⁠⁠⁠Play Personality Quiz⁠⁠⁠ Join the Travel Not to Escape Community on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you for tuning in! Dianni’s journey is filled with valuable lessons about travel, transformation, and embracing your true self. If you found this episode inspiring, don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast. Share it with someone who’s ready to take their own leap into solo travel or freelancing. See you on the next adventure! SafetyWing Insurance: For your next journey, consider SafetyWing, designed to provide digital nomads and travelers with reliable coverage. Stay safe and secure while exploring the world!

S1E43: Feeling Stuck? Try These 5 Transformative Self-Reflection Questions

In this week’s episode of Travel Not To Escape, we're diving deep into the transformative power of solo travel and self-reflection. Reflecting on the amazing conversations from Season 1, we’ve compiled critical self-reflection questions from five inspiring guests to help you kickstart your own journey of transformation. Self Reflection Questions If you die tomorrow, are you happy with the life you've lived? Are you being your truest self? Why? Why do you believe what you believe? Why do you act the way you act? What sparks you and what things would you do just for the sake of doing them? Why can't you trust yourself in your intuition? Listen to the guests episodes! ⁠S1E22 - Embracing Change: A Journey into Remote Careers, Slow Travel, and Intentional Living with Kristin Vierra⁠ S1E29 - Finding Home in Medellin: Elky's Digital Nomad Journey of Personal Growth S1E28 - Digital Nomad Dreams: Yuri Chu Su's Journey from CPA Career Shift to Self-Discovery S1E19 - Arielle Schmidt’s Transformation From Stressed Corrections Officer to Holistic Healer S1E24 - Lindsey Dukes on Life Crossroads, Following the Breadcrumbs, and the Origin Story of The Medicine Connective Connect with the guests: LinkedIn: ⁠⁠Kristin Vierra on LinkedIn⁠ or ⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠kristincvierra ⁠ Tranquility Rising on Instagram⁠ The Medicine Connective ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/the.medicine.connective⁠⁠ Dukeslindsey ⁠https://www.instagram.com/Dukeslindsey ⁠Elky Ramirez Instagram Yuri Chu Su ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠  About Travel Not to Escape: Travel Not to Escape is a podcast dedicated to inspiring and equipping you with resources to create a life that you don't need to travel to escape from. Use solo travel as a catalyst to redesign your life, connect meaningfully, and live playfully. Each week, we share stories of transformation, adventure, and the power of solo travel. Listen and Follow: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.travelnottoescape.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠travelnottoescape⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Geleen's Instagram @⁠⁠⁠geleenonthego⁠⁠⁠ To learn more about how to make more meaningful connections anywhere in the world, join the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Passport to Connection Program.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the ⁠FREE Solo Travel Confidence Workbook⁠ Take the ⁠⁠Play Personality Quiz⁠⁠ Join the Travel Not to Escape Community on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠