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Work With Us at Closer Lives

At Closer Lives, we explore more than maps - we journey through mindsets

At Closer Lives, we’ve built a platform around full-time travel, alternative living, and authentic storytelling. Through our blogs, videos, and lifestyle products, we connect with an engaged global community of readers and viewers who value mindful exploration and creative freedom. If you’re looking to reach a thoughtful, travel-minded audience through story-driven content that feels genuine, you’re in the right place.

Mini Media Kit & Audience Snapshot

A quick look at who we reach, what we create, and how your brand can connect through authentic, story-driven content.

94k

Site monthly views

26k

Blog monthly views

15

Domain Rating (DR)

15k +

YouTube Subs

25k +

Instagram followers

Collaboration Types

🎬Dedicated YouTube Video: 500 USD minimum for a full 5- to 8-minute feature
🎞️ Integrated YouTube Segment: 300 USD for a 45- to 90-second brand inclusion
Sponsored Reviews: 250 USD for a permanent SEO article inc. images
✍️ Guest Post (You Provide): 100 USD with editorial review
📝 Guest Post (We Write): 200 USD, including SEO research and drafting
🔗 Link Insertion: 70 USD for a contextual 12-month do-follow placement
📣 Social Add-On: 50 USD per platform for Instagram, Facebook or Pinterest

For full policies and placement details, visit our Media & Partnerships page.

Ways to Collaborate with Us

We offer flexible, transparent partnerships — from guest posts and reviews to creative campaigns — crafted to align with your goals and our audience.

Guest Post: Client Provided

  • $100 USD

  • Includes editorial review, publication on the blog, and promotion.

  • Content Scope: Unlimited word count, up to 10 high-resolution images provided by the client.

  • Outbound Links: Maximum of 2 relevant, non-promotional links per article.

  • Mandatory: Must be submitted and paid for via our official submission form.

Guest Post: We Write

  • Price: $200 USD

  • Includes: Full-service content creation.

  • Content Scope: Includes topic ideation, dedicated SEO research, professional drafting, and editorial review.

  • Outbound Links: Maximum of 2 relevant, non-promotional links embedded by our team.

  • Benefit: Guarantees alignment with our quality standards and maximizes publication speed.

Link Insertion: (Existing Post)

  • Price: $70 USD

  • Service: We will contextually insert your link into an already published article that is relevant to your niche.

  • Duration: The link insertion fee covers the administrative and editorial costs of adding and maintaining the link for a fixed 12-month period. Renewal fees apply after this duration.

  • Policy Note: To maintain compliance with Google's guidelines, all inserted links are strictly reviewed for relevance and are designated as rel="sponsored" (policy-compliant).

  • Requirement: Insertion is only possible if the link is contextually relevant to the existing article and the anchor text is approved by our editorial team.

Sponsored Review

  • Content: Honest, story-driven review of your product, service, or destination.

  • Optimization: Search-optimized article, including high-quality images and screenshots (where applicable).

  • Placement: Permanent blog placement with a policy-compliant, sponsored link (tagged with rel="sponsored").

  • Bonus: Includes promotion on one social platform of your choice.

Prices are in United States Dollars, paid upfront via BACS, PayPal, Debit/Credit Card or Wise.

Write for Closer Lives

Share your voice, stories, and insights with our global community of travelers and creators. We welcome authentic, experience-led guest contributions.

Are you passionate about travel writing and storytelling? 

 

Learn more about our guest blogging process, guidelines, and how to submit your proposal. We look forward to collaborating with talented writers like you!

Our Reach at a Glance

From 94K+ monthly site visits to over 15K YouTube subscribers and 2M+ views, our community continues to grow across platforms and continents.

94k

Monthly site visits

15

Domain Rating (DR)

26k

Blog monthly views

1k

Email subscribers

15k +

YouTube Subs - 2M views

250 +

Blog posts

25k +

Instagram followers

250 +

Vlogs

Trusted Partnerships & Collaborations

We’ve worked with leading travel brands, ethical companies, and hospitality partners who share our commitment to meaningful storytelling.

The Klook logo features an abstract, colorful circular design with orange, blue, yellow, and purple shapes, followed by the word "klook" in lowercase orange letters.
The Wanderlog logo featuring a red four-leaf abstract symbol to the left of the word "wanderlog" in lowercase red letters on a white background.
The Kerotin logo features the brand name "KEROTIN" in uppercase letters with a decorative circular emblem above, containing a stylized "K" and floral elements. The text and emblem are in burgundy on a white background.
Holiday Inn logo featuring a stylized green "H" followed by the words "Holiday Inn" in green, cursive-style lettering on a light background.
Printify logo featuring a green, stylized hand holding a pencil to the left of the word "Printify" in green text, all on a white background.
GigSky logo with the words "GigSky" in large blue font and "World Mobile Data" in smaller blue letters below.
Mövenpick logo featuring a stylized gold bird above the word "MÖVENPICK" written in bold, uppercase, maroon letters on a white background.
Logo for Royal Agate Beach Resort featuring a stylized blue wave forming a circle with a red curve inside, with "Royal Agate" in blue script and "BEACH RESORT" in red capital letters below.
The image shows the TOOSIM logo, featuring a stylized purple square with a white curved shape on the left, next to the word "TOOSIM" in bold, modern black letters.
The image features the word "stay" in blue lowercase letters, followed by a solid blue speech bubble.
A stylized brown budhha stones logo is centered, with the text "Buddha Stones" in bold uppercase letters extending outward on both sides of a buddha outline, with a lotus flower outline behind it. The overall design is sleek and modern.
White text "12GO" on a bright green background.

The Story Behind Closer Lives

From teaching online to exploring 40+ countries, our journey has evolved into a creative platform blending travel, storytelling, and connection.

A couple stands together on a wooden observation deck overlooking the ocean, with distant land visible in the background. Both are dressed in casual summer clothes and sunglasses, smiling at the camera.

When we set off to travel full-time, teaching English funded our early adventures — but storytelling became the compass.

 

From that spark, Closer Lives was born: a travel blog, YouTube channel, and creative hub built from our shared experiences across 40+ countries.

We’ve since grown to 300K+ article views and 2M+ video views, collaborating with inspiring partners while staying true to authenticity and usefulness for our audience.


Today, we continue to explore, write, film, and create — always with a focus on meaningful connections and mindful travel.

Before We Collaborate

A few practical notes to keep our collaborations transparent, aligned, and rewarding for both sides.

Content must align with our values: travel, lifestyle, digital nomadism, ethical brands.

We retain editorial control and may decline non-relevant submissions.

Payments: upfront via BACS, Credit / Debit Card, PayPal or Wise.

Prices in USD and subject to change.​

For full placement details, see our Media & Partnerships page.

Common Questions About Collaborations

A few quick answers to help you plan and get the most from your partnership with Closer Lives.

How quickly do you respond to collaboration requests?

We usually respond within 48 hours (business days). For time-sensitive campaigns, please mention “Urgent” in your subject line.

Can you create custom packages or ongoing collaborations?

Yes! We often tailor packages for repeat partners or multi-post campaigns. Just mention your goals when reaching out.

Do you accept product exchanges or gifted stays?

Occasionally — if the brand, destination, or product aligns perfectly with our travel niche and storytelling goals. All gifted collaborations must still follow disclosure guidelines.

Will my collaboration include social media promotion?

Social posts are optional add-ons for +$50 USD per platform. We’ll happily advise which platforms best fit your campaign.

How long do published collaborations stay live?

Posts and reviews remain live permanently unless they become outdated or the brand discontinues operations. We guarantee active links for at least 12 months.

Can I request an update to a past collaboration post?

Yes — minor updates (like link or logo changes) can be made within the first 12 months at no extra cost.

Have more questions? See our Collaboration FAQs →

Ready to partner up?

Send us your brief — we’ll confirm fit, outline deliverables, and share next steps.

Let’s get started

Tell us who you are so we can ask the right questions.


The more detail you include, the faster we can confirm if it’s a fit.

🔸 If you’re a brand, agency, or PR contact, continue below to share your campaign details.


🔸 If you’re a writer, scroll or click Next → to skip ahead to the Guest Writer section.

We do not accept link swaps, PBN requests, or domain-list outreach. Automated mass emails may be silently discarded.

Interested in other ways to work together?

Check out our other resources to learn more, or reach out to us via email.

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