Hello

你好

Hola

こんにちは

Bonjour

안녕하세요

Hallo

Привет

Hej

مرحبًا

Xin chào

नमस्ते

Ciao

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

Walking down the street in West Village, Morton St, New York City

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 🙏

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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

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A Few Recent Stories…

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A Few Recent Photos…

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