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Welcome to Closer Lives – Where Curiosity Meets Connection

Closer Lives is your digital home for thoughtful travel, alternative living, and soulful storytelling.

 

We’re Jenn & Leon, full-time travelers who believe that life is meant to be explored, deeply, and differently.

What We Do

From immersive blogs and destination guides to helpful travel resources and curated products in our Travel & Lifestyle Emporium, everything we create is designed to inspire and support your journey, wherever it may lead.

Who We Are

We left the 9-to-5 behind to live intentionally and creatively. With backgrounds in coaching, teaching, writing, and business, we blend real-world advice with a passion for storytelling and connection.

What We Believe

✨ Travel is a tool for growth 🌎 Freedom comes in many forms


🧠 Learning never stops 💬 Stories are how we connect

Our Engagement Story

Discover Aphrodite’s Rock, the legendary birthplace of the goddess of love, and our engagement spot! Find out more about our story, how it all happened, and all you need to know about visiting this incredible location (and also Leon's ancestral homeland).

Meet Jenn & Leon

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Jennifer David

Jenn is a former blogger in her 40s, has spent much of her life raising children (both her own and others) and is the founder of many projects.

 

She is a former funeral director and a certified death, life, confidence, and mindfulness coach. Jenn could be a perpetual student of the humanities and is a big fan of culture and astrology (she's a Scorpio).

She abides by the rule of living life to the fullest and finding one's true calling and purpose in life, through manifestation and the power of belief.

 

Oh, and she is a big fan of cuisine (who isn't!) She is also the intense but laid back one)

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Leon Gregori

Leon is in his 30s (he's a cancer), has never married, and has no children (before meeting Jenn and her famjam).

 

He formerly worked in retail and antiques/reclamation in the UK before leaving it all behind to join Jenn in Canada.

 

Leon is a published author, a fan of Brandy, KFC, Subway, and loves history, architecture, football (Arsenal), pool (billiards), technology, and politics. He is the polite but particular one!

 

Leon also runs our website in the background, constantly learning and evolving to help deliver the best user experience.

What We Offer

At Closer Lives, we blend creativity, exploration, and connection into everything we do. Here's how we bring you closer to the world and yourself.

Closer Lives Emporium

Our online store features travel-inspired designs and positivity-packed products.

 

From fun apparel to vibrant suitcases, each item is thoughtfully designed by us, with love from the road.

👉 Explore the Emporium

Explore Our Socials

Catch our latest travel vlogs, lifestyle reflections, and poetic snapshots.

 

Join us visually as we share what it means to live freely and curiously.

👉 Go to Social Media Hub

Guides & Destinations

Explore our Travel Hub for in-depth country guides, top destinations, and insider tips to plan smarter and travel deeper.

 

Find inspiration, resources, and everything you need for your next journey.

👉 Go to Travel Hub

 Travel & Lifestyle Blog

Dive into our slow travel guides, real-world tips, and behind-the-scenes stories.

 

We share raw experiences, itineraries, advice and more. Our blog is your go-to hub for inspiration, destination ideas, and life on the move.

👉 Visit the Blog

Closer Lives Community

A space to connect with fellow travelers, digital nomads, and alternative lifestyle enthusiasts.

 

Groups are a place for advice, real talk, and shared stories from people living life on their terms.

👉 Go to Groups

Essential Resources

Find trusted tools, services, and money-saving tips to make travel simpler, safer, and more affordable.

 

From eSIMs to insurance and beyond — everything you need to stay connected and prepared on the road.

👉 Go to Resource Hub

Coming Soon: Digital Nomad Training Courses

Ready to work from anywhere?

 

We're building a practical course packed with honest guidance and real experience to help you take the leap into location-independent living.

Stay Connected

Sign up to get our fortnightly newsletters with the latest blog posts, product drops, exclusive sales, travel tips, and even a behind-the-scenes look at our adventures as full-time travelers.

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