Two of the most common "what if" fears many people have about the travel lifestyle, especially if you're planning to travel solo, revolve around boredom and loneliness. If you're hoping to get away from boredom and loneliness, this is a great question to ask!

In this episode, I share my take on these two important concerns.

For more helpful information about traveling full time, check out https://heatherbegins.com

If you're thinking of traveling full-time, there's no doubt some big fears will pop up. Any big life change, no matter how excited you are about making it, comes with some fear. So, in this week's episode, I'm sharing 4 of the biggest fears I had, that kept me unable to even take a step towards living my dream. Many other would-be full-time travelers have had the same fears at some point.

If you have any of the same fears, the intention of this episode is to help you figure out what to do to overcome them.

Mentioned in this episode - YouTube video - https://youtu.be/1ALm8YHUa-0

How To Afford Full Time Travel course  - http://MoneyForTravelBootcamp.com

Get more resources to start the travel lifestyle at https://heatherbegins.com

So, you're interested in becoming a full-time traveler, but everyone uses all these different terms, and it can get overwhelming to understand how you should approach the travel lifestyle. You've heard of many of the terms, but, how do you figure out whether you should be a digital nomad, a remote worker, or a career breaker? Is it better to travel solo, or with someone? This week's podcast will help you answer these questions and more!

This week's episode also comes with a free action guide you can use alongside of the episode. Grab yours at https://heatherbegins.com/travelertype

Remember to leave us a review, and send any questions to heather@heathermarkel.com, or contact us at https://heatherbegins.com

Before we dive into how to get started with full-time travel, it's important to understand that there are a LOT of different ways to live this lifestyle! So, in this episode, I'll be talking about 8 different ways you can travel full-time, as well as a helpful definition so you can know if this lifestyle is for you.

Please make sure to leave us a review if you like the podcast! And, reach out any time at heatherbegins.com or travellifestylecoach.com

See you next week!

Hello! I'm Heather Markel and I'm so excited to introduce my new podcast! Join me each week to discover how to start traveling full-time.

I'll be covering topics like how to get started, how to afford the travel, how to plan it, and more. 

I'll include step-by-step tips, as well as key insights to help you create the travel lifestyle of your dreams.

Make sure to subscribe so you can know when each episode drops!

One of the biggest questions people have about full-time travel is, how do you get started? It's easy to see that there are so many different things you need to think about and prepare, and then get stuck in overwhelm. So, this episode will give you a few simple things you can do to get started.

Mentioned in this episode:

Numbeo - country-specific cost of living (https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/)

Free webinar - More tips and ideas to expand your knowledge on getting started with full-time travel. (https://heatherbegins.com/fulltimetravelwebinarsignup/)

Take the 28 Day Challenge to get started with full-time travel - https://heatherbegins.com/howtogetstartedwithfulltimetravel

Check out Heather Begins for more information about the full-time travel lifestyle. (https://heatherbegins.com)

Full-time travel is one of the most wonderful experiences you could ever have. While it's not without it's challenges (which I mentioned in last week's episode) there are some amazing benefits to the lifestyle.

So, this week I'm diving into some of the ways full-time travel can not only change your life, but make you happier and more fulfilled. Full-time travel, even if you only do it for a month or two, can really change your life.

Mentioned in today's episode, The 28 Day Challenge To Get Started With Full-Time Travel. Learn more at https://heatherbegins.com/howtogetstartedwithfulltimetravel

Listen to last week's episode about the challenges of full-time travel at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-11-is-full-time-travel-right-for-you/id1784807320?i=1000694421519

or

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6T2W8lSFU7hezn9IdmSq8S?si=L2BEFdumSoO5k2rXHEAdPA 

This lifestyle is definitely NOT for everyone. But, is it right for you?

In this episode, I explore some of the day-to-day challenges and realities we face as full-time travelers. My hope is to give you the foundation of figuring out whether you're up to these challenges, as one of the ways to decide if this lifestyle is right for you.

Mentioned in this episode:

How To Make Money Without A Job - http://moneywithoutajob.com

Ep. 8 - How To Handle Naysayers

Ep. 10 - How To Make Friends While Traveling The World

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If you're traveling the world solo, and you don't want to be lonely while doing it, making friends is a great solution! But, when you're only in a place temporarily, it can feel challenging to make those friends.

In this week's episode, I'm sharing some great ways to meet and make new friends wherever you are in the world. While intended for solo travelers, these same strategies are ideal even if you're not traveling solo!

Mentioned in this episode:

Full-Time Travelers And Nomads (Use this URL if the text was not hyperlinked - https://www.facebook.com/groups/fulltimetravelersandnomads)

Free checklist about making friends as you travel - (https://heatherbegins.com/makefriends/)

For more great tips, check out https://heatherbegins.com

In this episode, I'm getting real. Female solo travel safety is so important. WARNING - I will share a couple of bad experiences I had. I'm a huge advocate for traveling solo. In the 7 years I've been traveling solo full-time, I've only had a few incidents, none of which have made me want to stop traveling. All of which have taught me a valuable lesson.

I've adopted some key strategies to stay safe, anywhere in the world, and I'll share them with you in this episode. It's so important to be prepared especially if you're a female solo traveler. So, tune in for some essential tips!

Mentioned in this episode:

US Smart Traveler Program - https://mytravel.state.gov/s/step

Free guide to solo travel safety - https://heatherbegins.com/solo-traveler-tips-handbook/

It happens to many of us - you're excited about this dream to travel full-time, but when you tell your friends and loved ones, they seem to have an endless stream of reasons you shouldn't. Worse yet, they make a lot of sense. So, how do you follow your heart when everyone around you wants to stop you? What if you're started traveling full-time and you get some negative feedback from people you thought were your friends? 

I'll cover 4 powerful ways to handle the naysayers that show up while you're thinking about traveling full-time, and while you're doing it.

Mentioned in this episode: Full-Time Travelers And Nomads. Find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fulltimetravelersandnomads

Health insurance is something you don't even think about when you work in corporate. But, if you're traveling full-time without a corporate job, this is an area you're going to need to think about. (And, if you have a job, and want to travel overseas, but your insurance doesn't cover you, then you need to think about this too!)

So, in this episode I'll share my perspectives on the value of health insurance for full-time travelers and nomads, and how to get health insurance.

Book a chat with me at http://fulltimetravelchat.com

Learn more about this topic on YouTube.

Before I started traveling full-time, I was terrified about having to see any doctor but my doctors in the US. In this episode, I'm sharing what I've learned about healthcare as I've traveled and some of my experiences with doctors and hospitals overseas.

Need more information about traveling full-time? Come check out Heather Begins (https://heatherbegins.com) for lots of resources!

The world has become more politically charged than ever, or so it seems. That begs the question, should we be traveling right now? What can we expect if we do? I share my thoughts in this episode.

If you're ready to get started with full-time travel, take the challenge! 10 minutes for 28 days gets you up and ready. Learn more at https://heatherbegins.com/howtogetstartedwithfulltimetravel/

Listen to other popular episodes at https://heatherbegins.com/howtotravelfulltimepodcast/

While there are a lot of steps to planning how to start traveling full-time, you may also wonder, how do you plan the actual travel, from place to place, when you're traveling full-time?

It's obviously much different than planning a one or two-week vacation. So, in this episode, I'll break down some ways to make it approachable. And, if you click the link below, you can get a free checklist to accompany today's episode.

https://heatherbegins.com/travelplanningchecklist

If you want more strategies to get started with full-time travel, check out my 28-day challenge at https://heatherbegins.com/howtogetstartedwithfulltimetravel/

You might also want to listen to another of my most popular episodes:

Ep. 5 - How To Get Started With Full-Time Travel

Ep. 9 - How To Stay Safe As A Female Solo Traveler

Ep. 8 - How To Handle Naysayers

Your first year of full-time travel isn’t just about booking flights and exploring new destinations—it’s a journey of personal growth like no other. In this episode, I'm breaking down the 8 major milestones you’ll experience in your first 12 months of travel.

If you're ready to step outside your comfort zone, experience deep personal transformation and build a life of freedome and adventure, this episode is for you!

Join the challenge to get started with full-time travel at https://heatherbegins.com/howtogetstartedwithfulltimetravel/

Are you contemplating a major lifestyle change and wondering whether full-time travel or moving abroad is the right choice for you? In this episode, I'll dive into some of the pros and cons of each lifestyle, helping you make the right decision.

Using the information in this episode should help you figure out which path best aligns to your personal goals. It's not an easy choice to make, but you'll find some ideas to make it more logical.

Get more tips at https://heatherbegins.com

Need help getting started with full-time travel? Join the challenge at https://heatherbegins.com/howtogetstartedwithfulltimetravel/ and check out episode #5 of this podcast for more tips.

#FullTimeTravel #MovingAbroad #LifestyleChange #TravelVsLivingAbroad #MidCareerTransition

Let's shed some light on this difficult topic. Some of you may have a clear-cut answer, but others may struggle to decide whether or not to travel full-time if your parents are aging, and, if so, how do you do it?

In this episode I'll share my thoughts on some considerations that may help you to make the best decision, for you.

Check out https://heatherbegins.com for more resources for your full-time travel life

Follow our travels on YouTube at https://youtube.com/@heathermarkel

Join the full-time traveler community on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fulltimetravelersandnomads

If your newer to the full-time travel lifestyle, you may be thinking about what to do with your home - the one you rent or own - while you're traveling full-time.

In today's episode I'll share some thinking points to help you strategize the best decision for you!

Need to talk it out? Book a Travel Lifestyle Launch call 

Need to know how to afford full-time travel? Get all the tips and tricks you need! www.MoneyForTravelBootcamp.com

If you're looking at the full-time travel lifestyle from the outside, you may not realize how different it is from vacation travel. 

In this episode I describe 6 of the many differences between these types of travel to help set your expectations as you ease into the travel lifestyle.

Related episodes that might interest you:

8 Major Milestones Of Your First Year Of Full-Time Travel: https://open.spotify.com/episode/20nTAXMui64rQNwpihMzHl?si=AswvDSwaQeiEFp20z2hP7w

How To Pack For Full-Time Travel: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7KMU6PZzpHVZjHOihVuOIa?si=2k_HVF6kQRipukSEOoMXDA

Is Full-Time Travel Right For You: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6T2W8lSFU7hezn9IdmSq8S?si=wqt0zTz4TluFscMqtJEtcA

How to afford full-time travel:  http://MoneyForTravelBootcamp.com

How to get started with full-time travel: http://HowToTravelFullTime.com

Whether you travel full-time or not, hot weather is only getting hotter these days. I know, from personal experience, you need to have a plan for hot weather, and a few gadgets can help!

In today's episode, I'm sharing my best tips for traveling in hot weather climates.

Learn more about getting started with full-time travel at www.HowToTravelFullTime.com

One of the experiences you need to prepare for when traveling full-time is travel burnout. Yes, it's a real thing. And no, I'm not trying to talk you out of full-time travel!

When travel becomes your way of life, and you're making the adjustment from vacation travel to full-time travel, it's natural that at some point, you're going to experience travel burnout. So, this week, I'm tackling the topic and discussing some ways to navigate it if it happens to you.

Ready to take the first steps towards full-time travel? Check out http://HowToTravelFullTime.com

There can be a lot of surprises and changes when you first set out to travel full-time. For me, one of those surprises was to discover that traveling full-time is as much an inward journey through yourself, as it is an external journey through the world.

Tune in to learn what to expect on your own first year of full-time travel.

Want to learn more about what you need to do to get started with full-time travel? Check out http://HowToTravelFullTime.com

If you liked this episode, please remember to leave us a review!

This week, I'm sharing what it was like the year before I started to travel full-time. How did I get ready for it? What were my biggest obstacles? What was the hardest part of the experience? 

This is part two of a series on what it's really like to get ready to travel full-time, and then do it. How-to's are great, and, I thought I'd give you some insight into the feelings and the scary moments and the fun ones, too.

If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review!

If you're ready to dive in and get started with full-time travel, check out https://howtotravelfulltime.com

Every story has it's origin, and I thought I'd share mine! There are so many different reasons people start this lifestyle. This episode kicks off a series where I'll share my own personal experiences with the lifestyle, so you can get an idea of "what it's really like" or "a day in the life of.." to set your expectations.

Learn more about traveling full time at https://heatherbegins.com

See my adventures in action on my YouTube Channel at https://youtube.com/heathermarkel 

You're all set to travel full-time, and finally stay in Europe longer term! But, if don't do it right, you could find yourself banned from a lot of countries.

In today's episode, I share insights and information about traveling full-time in the Schengen region as an American, and how to do it right.

Mentioned in this episode/Helpful resources:
Websites to figure out which countries are currently Schengen. And, they can vary! And some countries in Schengen are not part of the EU, adding to the complexity. This is why it's really important to check multiple sources when you're looking in to your travel.

This site gives you a great COLOR CODED map key to show you current members, and whether or not they are members of the EU - https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/infographics/schengen-visa/ 

I mentioned 25 member states, but here are 27 mentioned: https://european-union.europa.eu/principles-countries-history/eu-countries_en#header_countries_list

ETIAS Visa Information: https://etias.com/

Keep your eyes open! Changes are coming with the borders, too. https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20250414IPR27987/border-security-meps-endorse-gradual-roll-out-of-entry-exit-system


Want great tips to get started with full-time travel? Check out the Travel Lifestyle Launch Kit at https://heatherbegins.com/howtogetstartedwithfulltimetravel/

Packing for full-time travel sounds completely illogical! Especially if you've only traveled for vacation or business, this topic may be hard to take in! So, on this week's episode, I'm diving in to the strategies that help you figure out what to pack.

Get a free cheat sheet of today's episode at https://heatherbegins.com/packingcheatsheet

Learn more about traveling full-time at https://heatherbegins.com

When traveling full-time, if you plan to leave the country, you have to think about visas and vaccinations. Which do you need? How do you find out? How long do they last....? This episode will give you some great tips on both.

Want to get started with full-time travel? Take the 28-day challenge at www.HowToTravelFullTime.com

Learn more about Heather and traveling full-time at www.HeatherBegins.com