In this episode of Port2Port, I chat with Cassie Meade, host of Women at the Helm and a maritime professional, about her experiences working at sea. She shares what life is really like onboard, the challenges and rewards of a seafaring career, and how women are making waves in the cruise industry. From life behind the scenes, Cassie gives a fascinating look at the world beyond the passenger decks. Tune in for an inspiring and insightful conversation! 🚢

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Ever dreamed of traveling the world? In this episode of Port2Port, I chat with travel content creator Juliya Sokolova (@julie.travelholic), who has explored 86 countries and shares her adventures with thousands online. Juliya reveals how she turned her passion for travel into a lifestyle, her wildest experiences, and expert tips on budget travel and creating stunning travel content. Plus, she shares her favorite destinations, unexpected surprises, and a few travel mishaps along the way!

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In this episode of Port2Port, I sit down with Mark Wolters, the man behind Wolters World, one of YouTube’s most trusted travel channels with over 1.1 million subscribers. Known for his honest, no-BS travel advice, Mark shares the evolution of his channel, his best travel tips, and the biggest mistakes travelers make.

We also talk about destinations that exceeded (or failed) expectations, how YouTube travel content is changing in 2025, and the travel hacks every explorer should know. Plus, Mark reveals his favorite underrated cities and dream destinations.

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