#005: Many travelers measure their experiences by the number of countries they’ve visited. But what if there’s a better way? In this episode, I share why I’ve never kept count, how chasing numbers can take away from the real meaning of travel, and what I focus on instead. If you’re looking to move beyond the checklist and into something deeper, this one’s for you.

Pack Light Live Full is a podcast about building a meaningful life on your own terms. Host Carmen Van Kerckhove shares candid stories from her unconventional career path—from investment banking analyst to martial arts school owner to million-follower travel influencer—exploring how to create success that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside. Through honest conversations about career, social media, travel, and life's big transitions, Carmen challenges conventional wisdom about what it means to "have it all."