Third Floor Views

In this episode, we spill the tea on our finances and reveal how much we really spend living our unconventional lifestyles. Aelita shares the ins and outs of full-time van life in Europe, breaking down costs from gas to food and campsites. Meanwhile, Eva gives you the lowdown on backpacking across South Asia, detailing monthly expenses from rental stays to street food and local transport. We also...

Are you into slow travelling or are you the kind of traveller that has the longest bucket list? In this episode, we dive into the pros and cons of slow travel, why we chose it, and the problems we see with overtourism caused by social media. As we approach the end of Season 1, we're looking for your feedback to help us improve. Whether it's about the topics we cover, the structure of our episodes,...

Join us on a nostalgic rollercoaster in today’s episode as we dive deep into the debate of life in our 20s versus our 30s. We’ve tapped into our community for some juicy insights and personal stories to answer the burning question: When was life better—or let’s say, more fun? Was it the carefree chaos of our 20s or the more settled sophistication of our 30s? Whether you’re a nostalgic twenty-somet...

Have you ever considered taking a loan for your own wedding? We think that's quite crazy and are sharing our thoughts on weddings and everything that comes with it. We also asked our Instagram communties what they think about weddings or how much they spent. Weddings seem to be quite the controversial topic nowadays since it's becoming more popular not to get married but there are still lots of pe...

Ever dream of ditching your corporate job to become a solopreneur and living a nomadic lifestyle? Your hosts Aelita and Eva did just that! In this episode, we share our journeys from our very first jobs to the corporate career path, and what ultimately led us to seek freedom through solopreneurship. Get an inside look at our nomadic lifestyles - the fun chats, deep personal stories, and how we mak...

The idea of nomadic living - travelling constantly, exploring new places, total freedom - sounds amazing to many people. But what is the real, unfiltered experience like? In this episode, hosts Aelita and Eva openly share the highs and lows of their nomadic journeys. They discuss the incredible joys of waking up in new places, immersing in rich cultures, and having spontaneous adventures. But they...

As we navigate our 30s, the dynamics of friendship take an unexpected turn. Gone are the days when making new friends seemed effortless – now, it can feel like an uphill battle. In this candid episode, we get real about the hurdles of forging connections as an adult. From sharing hilarious "how we met" stories to unpacking what truly matters in a friendship at this stage of life, we leave no stone...

In this episode of 'Third Floor Views,' we're looking back at the lessons learned over the past decade. Life is a rollercoaster, and it's all about growing from our experiences, especially the slip-ups! Make yourself comfy and join us as we laugh, share, and dive into the messy, beautiful realities of life with open hearts and a dash of curiosity. Whether you're in for some inspiration or just wan...

Today, we're giggling over those "Oh wow, I'm actually an adult" moments. We explore everything from the realizations to the joy of cancelled plans to catching ourselves saying something we swore only 'old people' say.  So, grab your favourite beverage, get cosy, and let's celebrate the ordinary yet magical moments of being a grown-up. Because, as we've come to find out, adulting isn't just a...

Some gifts are great, but some... let's face it - can feel overwhelming. And that's exactly what happened when our host, Aelita, was gifted a spa treatment of full body scrub. This innocent gift turned into an episode full of laughs and unanswered questions as we chatted about the cultural differences in sauna etiquette.  We all know that Germans are famous for their nudity in saunas, and Ael...

Today, we're diving into a topic that's the heartbeat of every nomad's journey – routines. As digital nomads, we're the modern-day nomads embracing a lifestyle that comes with a lot of fun and adventure but also can lead to challenging times. Moving around from one place to another forces us to adapt to new environments all the time. So the one thing that keeps us grounded, focused, and sane – is...

Today we speak about a topic today that seems to be one of the hottest topics for women in their 30s! The big question do I want to become a mother or not? Our biological clock is ticking, still having kids or not comes with a lot of different factors, such as whether am I in a relationship, potential fertility challenges, social pressure for having children...the list is long. In this episode, we...

Welcome to another episode of Third Floor Views, where hosts Aelita and Eva dive deep into the evolving concept of 'having it all.' Today, we're peeling back the layers of this age-old aspiration, exploring what it means to us personally and how our perspectives have shifted dramatically from those of our parents' generation. In a world where Instagram feeds are flooded with images of constant adv...

We're Aelita and Eva, both living nomadically. A van in Europe and Guesthouses in Southeast Asia have been our homes for the last two years. In this episode we dive deep into the preparations we had to make for this kind of lifestyle and why we love it so much. Spoiler Alert, you'll learn a pretty weird fact about german rental apartments. So, make yourself comfortable, and let's kick off this adv...

Welcome to our very first episode of Third Floor Views – and we couldn't be more thrilled to share this moment with you! It's Aelita and Eva here, diving headfirst into the world of podcasting with a blend of excitement, joy, and a sprinkle of butterflies in our stomachs. Today marks the start of something truly special, a journey filled with laughter, learning, and the kind of friendship that lig...