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Closer Lives Travel Blog: Inspiring Cultural Discovery and Adventure

Welcome to our Blog

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Hi! We’re digital nomads, slow traveling the world full-time in a mix of budget and bougie style. Join us for inspiring travel stories, cultural insights, tips for navigating digital nomadic life, and recommendations from 42+ countries.​

Dive into our restaurant and Airbnb reviews, explore world cuisines, and discover how we connect with local communities and history.

 

Plus, check out our lifestyle blogs, including Jenn’s empowering gray hair journey and our take on alternative living!

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FREE Country Guides

Check out our all you need to know comprehensive country guides for over 20 countries, with everything from visa information to culture and customs, transportation to health and safety, must-see places and handy maps. We include helpful links, sim card info and even emergency numbers! Not to mention our blog posts, videos, interesting facts and much more.

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