Hello
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你好
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Hola
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こんにちは
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Bonjour
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안녕하세요
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Hallo
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Привет
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Hej
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مرحبًا
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Xin chào
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नमस्ते
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Ciao
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Hello • 你好 • Hola • こんにちは • Bonjour • 안녕하세요 • Hallo • Привет • Hej • مرحبًا • Xin chào • नमस्ते • Ciao •
Welcome to Lianne on Leave
part archive, part guide
a living library of my journey to every country in the world
I’m so glad you’re here!
I’m Lianne – or as my friends and family call me, Li.
I’m a working mom and one of those people who’s always loved to travel. Exploring has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember, and my parents often tell stories of how, growing up, I dreamt of Paris, planned a life in Japan and swore I’d set foot in every country in the world.
Somewhere along the way, I tucked those dreams and plans away for a more traditional life. And for a while, it worked. But a few years ago that life came crashing down and once I made it through the storm, I looked around and asked myself: How did I get so far from what I’d always wanted?
That question led me back to the girl I used to be. This site is my love letter to her.
Inside, you’ll find a blend of destination highlights, travel insights and inspiration and all the magical moments + lessons gathered along the way.
Like I said, I’m happy you’re here. Thank you for visiting. Thank you for reading. And if you stay to look around or support me, thank you doubly. You’re looking at a part of my heart and soul 🙏
My Progress
As of 11.11.2025
6/7 Continents • 32/200 Countries* • 8/130 Territories* • 50/50 US states • 327 Cities Visited
*Based on country and territory counts from the Travelers’ Century Club
A Few Favorite Places…









