How a Dance in Brazil Reminded Me That I’m the Leader of My Life
How a Dance in Brazil Reminded Me That I’m the Leader of My Life Heather Markel, Writer, Speaker, Photographer, Traveler, Business Strategist An unexpected dance My trip to Brazil was unusually fast in this slow journey I’ve been on. Several months ago I...
Real and Perceived Danger
Real and Perceived Danger Heather Markel, Writer, Speaker, Photographer, Traveler, Business Strategist I’ve just seen a news article about the shooting at a mall in El Paso, Texas, and it’s gotten me thinking about danger. I’ve been traveling for a...
Red Wine, Lamb Chops, and a Walk Through an Old Town
Red Wine, Lamb Chops, and a Walk Through an Old Town Heather Markel, Writer, Speaker, Photographer, Traveler, Business Strategist “A self-reflective walk through timethoughts meander with the digestion of wine.” – Heather Markel, June 2019. ...
An Ode to Argentina – Part Two
An Ode to Argentina – Part Two Heather Markel, Writer, Speaker, Photographer, Traveler, Business Strategist “I will profoundly miss you.” – Heather Markel, July 2019. I’ve been so overjoyed to experience not just amzing landscapes...
Even Paradise Has Cockroaches
TRAVEL & LIFESTYLE Even Paradise Has Cockroaches Heather Markel, Writer, Speaker, Photographer, Traveler, Business Strategist “You follow your heart and do what you yearn.Finally feeling alive, no more stress to churn.But even amidst the perfect life,still...
Learn about Heather and what set her on her world journey. She also explains why this life is not just for Millenials, it’s for anyone that wants to create a life around what they love most in life. 
If you’ve been thinking that there’s got to be more to life than work, or, you’ve lost your job, and wonder whether now is the time to do something you’re more excited about, this quiz will help you. Answer a few questions and get a free guide to help you know the areas you need to work on, followed up with inspirational and helpful tips to put your dreams into action.
Traveling the world full-time may sound glamorous and exhilirating. (In many ways, it is!) But, it’s not full-time fun. Before you decide to go, take this quiz to make sure you’re ready, and, if not, find out how to bridge the gaps.
This fun quiz helps you understand what your travel personality is, and how to make sure you indulge it when planning your next trip to maximize your enjoyment!
This one is pure fun – test your transcontinental travel trivia knowledge. Hit the button below if you dare take the quiz and see your score! 
If you want to see every post I’ve written, starting with the most recent, this is the place to start!
In 2020, I was traveling in New Zealand as the coronavirus pandemic brewed, and, got stuck there. If you want to read about what this time was like and traveling during this time, check out this page.
Many of my blog posts are about things I’ve discovered about myself or about being, while I’ve traveled. If you’d like to focus on posts that only have self-discovery themes, click the button below.
I’ve been traveling the globe solo, and many of my posts share thoughts and resources specifically for other solo travelers. If you’re a fellow solo traveler, or you’re thinking about solo travel, this is a collection you will find of interest.
Sometimes I write posts where I give insider information on certain cities I’ve visited, which may be more along the lines of places to go, how to save money, etc. If that’s your main interest, check out this compilation of posts.
At the heart of international travel is learning about the many different cultures and ways of being around the world. The posts compiled on this page speak, specifically, about the cultural observations I’ve had.
If you’re looking to read blog posts about specific destinations, click the country of your interest below to go to it’s blog page and get country-specific reviews and thoughts.
