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Heather Markel Full-Time Travel Lifestyle Coach

Heather Markel spent over 25 years stuck behind a desk in her corporate career. In 2017, she made a bold decision to quit her job and take a six-month career break to travel the world. Instead, she found a new way of life. Since that time, she’s been to 39 countries (and counting) on six continents, including being marooned in New Zealand for two years during the pandemic. Over six years later, she still has no permanent address.

Today, Heather is a New York Times featured Full-Time Travel Lifestyle and Business Coach who works with professionals who want to start or sustain extended travel or work remotely while traveling. She’s a best-selling author and a TEDx speaker focused on the opportunities of full-time travel. She teaches her clients the mindset, Money and mastery they need in order to afford, sustain and navigate that lifestyle. Her mission is to help frustrated professionals seeking freedom, flexibility and fun to “ditch their desk and discover their destiny®” through full-time travel.

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Ep. 56 - You Don'T Have To Travel Like A Backpacker To Travel Full-Time &Raquo; Channels4 Profile
Ep. 56 – You Don’t Have to Travel Like a Backpacker to Travel Full-Time

Some people assume that long-term travel means sacrificing comfort, constantly moving, taking exhausting flights, and living out of a tiny backpack. But full-time travel can look very different than t…

Some people assume t…

Some people assume that long-term travel means sacrificing comfort, constantly moving, taking exhausting flights, and living out of a tiny backpack. But full-time travel can look very different than that, especially if you're designing it around your real life, energy, comfort level, and priorities. In this episode, we talk about how to travel full-time comfortably, what sustainable long-term travel actually looks like, and why creating a travel lifestyle that feels good to you matters so much more than trying to travel the "right" way. If you're planning full-time travel or th…

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Ep. 55 - How To Create Stability While Traveling Full-Time &Raquo; Channels4 Profile
Ep. 55 – How to Create Stability While Traveling Full-Time

How do you actually create stability while traveling full-time? In this episode, we talk about how to create stability while traveling full-time and what makes long-term travel feel sustainable in rea…

How do you actually …

How do you actually create stability while traveling full-time? In this episode, we talk about how to create stability while traveling full-time and what makes long-term travel feel sustainable in real life. If you've been wondering how to travel full-time without feeling constantly unsettled, this conversation will help you think about stability in a different way. We talk about routines, travel pace, energy, and the small things that help full-time travel feel more grounded and manageable day to day. If you're planning full-time travel in the next 2–18 months and wondering whether this lif…

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Ep. 54 - How To Get Comfortable With Full-Time Travel &Raquo; Channels4 Profile
Ep. 54 – How To Get Comfortable With Full-Time Travel

How do you actually get comfortable with full-time travel without feeling like your life is constantly in flux? Many people picture long-term travel as exciting… but also a little chaotic. In thi…

How do you actually …

How do you actually get comfortable with full-time travel without feeling like your life is constantly in flux? Many people picture long-term travel as exciting… but also a little chaotic. In this episode, we talk about what daily life really looks like and how to make full-time travel feel stable, manageable, and comfortable. If you're preparing for full-time travel in the next 2–18 months, this episode will help you start thinking about what your version of this lifestyle actually looks like. And if you want help mapping out a version of full-time travel that feels comfortable, …

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Ep. 53 - How To Travel Safely In Uncertain Times &Raquo; Channels4 Profile
Ep. 53 – How To Travel Safely In Uncertain Times

Thinking about traveling right now, but feeling unsure about safety, rising prices, flight disruptions, or just whether this is the right time? In this episode, I'm talking honestly about how to trave…

Thinking about trave…

Thinking about traveling right now, but feeling unsure about safety, rising prices, flight disruptions, or just whether this is the right time? In this episode, I'm talking honestly about how to travel in uncertain times and what travelers need to consider before making decisions. It's important to not let fear make every travel decision for you. So I put together some thoughts and strategies in this episode to help you travel more confidently. If you've been wondering whether you should delay your trip, change your plans, or move forward more carefully, this episode will help you take a mo…

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Ep. 52 - How To Choose Where To Go When You Can Go Anywhere &Raquo; Channels4 Profile
Ep. 52 – How to Choose Where to Go When You Can Go Anywhere

How do you choose where to go when you can go anywhere? That's one of the first overwhelming questions you'll be "lucky" to tackle when you commit to traveling full-time. It can feel overwhe…

How do you choose wh…

How do you choose where to go when you can go anywhere? That's one of the first overwhelming questions you'll be "lucky" to tackle when you commit to traveling full-time. It can feel overwhelming to choose a destination when the whole world is an option. In this episode, I'm breaking down the key things to consider before choosing your next destination for full-time travel, long-term travel, or a career break. Tune in for some helpful tips! ******************************* Mentioned in the episode: How To Choose Where To Go When You Can Go Anywhere eBook and Accelerator progr…

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Ep. 51 - How To Handle Taxes, Healthcare, And Money Before Traveling Full-Time &Raquo; Channels4 Profile
Ep. 51 – How to Handle Taxes, Healthcare, and Money Before Traveling Full-Time

Taxes, healthcare, and money… not the most exciting part of planning full-time travel, but at some point, you realize you probably need to think about them. In this episode, I talk through how to…

Taxes, healthcare, a…

Taxes, healthcare, and money… not the most exciting part of planning full-time travel, but at some point, you realize you probably need to think about them. In this episode, I talk through how to approach these decisions without turning them into something overwhelming. Not from a "you need to know everything" place, but more from a "what actually matters right now" perspective. If you're in the early planning stages and this is one of those areas you've been putting off, this will help you start thinking about it in a way that feels a little more manageable. Nee…

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First Impressions Of Senegal

First Impressions Of Senegal Senegal…

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First Impressions Of Senegal Senegal Heather Markel, Best Selling Author, TEDx Speaker, Traveler, Full Time Travel and Business Coach Table of Contents 2 3 …

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Bagsmart: Blast 43L Roller Backpack &Amp; Blast Packing Cubes &Raquo; Channels4 Profile
Bagsmart: Blast 43L Roller Backpack & Blast Packing Cubes

Bagsmart: Blast 43L Roller Backpack & Blast Packing Cubes. As a frequent traveler, I Love the opportunity to review travel bags. In this video, I'm unboxing and reviewing the latest gear from Bags…

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Bagsmart: Blast 43L Roller Backpack & Blast Packing Cubes. As a frequent traveler, I love the opportunity to review travel bags. In this video, I'm unboxing and reviewing the latest gear from Bagsmart, including their 43L Roller Backpack & Blast Packing Cubes - compression cubes that make packing easier. Whether you're planning a quick weekend getaway or looking for the perfect carry on, this review covers everything you need to know about quality, functionality, and storage capacity. 📦 Product Highlights I take a deep dive into the unique features of the Bagsmart: Blast 43L Rolle…

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Ep. 50 - What To Do With Your Stuff Before Traveling Full-Time &Raquo; Channels4 Profile
Ep. 50 – What to Do With Your Stuff Before Traveling Full-Time

What should you actually do with your stuff before traveling full-time If you're planning full-time travel, one of the biggest questions people get stuck on is what to do with your home, your belon…

What should you actu…

What should you actually do with your stuff before traveling full-time If you're planning full-time travel, one of the biggest questions people get stuck on is what to do with your home, your belongings, and your life at home before you leave. This part of full-time travel planning can feel surprisingly overwhelming, especially when you're trying to figure it out while still working and managing your current responsibilities. In this episode, I'll walk you through how to think about your stuff, your home, and your living situation before long-term travel. Whether you're considering selli…

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