Best Travel Books

Embark on a captivating journey through Italy, India, and Bali in search of pleasure and devotion with this heartfelt memoir. The author, Elizabeth Gilbert, left behind a successful American life to explore the true meaning of happiness. Discover her wisdom and humor as she navigates three different cultures, exploring the art of pleasure, devotion, and a balance of the two. A must-read for anyone searching for inspiration and transformation.

Embark on a transformative journey with the tale of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who sets out from Spain to the Egyptian desert in search of buried treasure, only to discover the true wealth lies within. Paulo Coelho weaves a powerful and inspiring story full of wisdom and humanity, reminding readers of the importance of following our dreams and listening to our hearts.

Explore the captivating story of a young man who hitchhiked to Alaska in search of a new life, leaving everything behind. After abandoning his car, burning his cash, and taking on a new name, he wanted nothing more than to lose himself in the raw beauty of nature. But four months later, he was found dead, his body decomposed. Into the Wild follows this unforgettable journey of adventure, vision, and tragedy, and the mysteries that led to his untimely demise.

Discover the wonders of Australia with a hilarious and informative travelogue from a bestselling author. Despite its deadly wildlife, Australia captivates Bill Bryson with its friendly locals, spectacular scenery, and fascinating history. This engaging performance combines humor, wonder, and curiousity to take you beyond the beaten tourist path and introduce you to a land of clean cities, cold beer, and constant sunshine. Let Bill Bryson be your perfect guide to this immense and fortunate land.

Embark on a hilariously entertaining journey along the world's longest continuous footpath, The Appalachian Trail. Join Bill Bryson on this gruelling 2,000-mile hike through some of the most spectacular landscapes in North America, as well as its poverty-stricken and primitive backwoods areas. With Bryson's witty humor and unique perspective, A Walk in the Woods is the perfect adventure for any reader seeking a good laugh and a thrilling outdoors experience.

Discover how to explore the world on your own terms with Vagabonding. From six weeks to two years, Rolf Potts shows how anyone with an independent spirit can finance, plan, and make the most of extended overseas travel. Learn how to adjust to life on the road, work and volunteer abroad, and handle travel adversity. Vagabonding is an outlook on life that fosters creativity, discovery, and personal growth. Join the Vagabonding community at www.vagabonding.net.

Embark on a journey with an iconic American writer as he travels across the country with his furry companion, in search of the real America. John Steinbeck's "Travels with Charley in Search of America" is more than just a travelogue - it's a reflection on the American character, exploring themes of racial hostility, loneliness, and unexpected kindness. Experience the sights, sounds, and smells of a diverse nation through Steinbeck's eyes, as he drives through interstates and country roads, encountering truckers, bears, and old friends.

Embark on a global journey in search of happiness with this humorous and unconventional self-help guide. With stops in Iceland, India, and America, the author explores the concept of bliss and shares moments of "un-unhappiness" along the way. Part foreign affairs discourse, part hilarious travelogue, this book is a must-read for anyone in pursuit of happiness.