10 Best Books to Inspire Travel

10 Best Books to Inspire Travel

Traveling has a way of opening our minds and hearts to new experiences and perspectives. Reading about the adventures of others can also be a powerful way to inspire our own wanderlust. Here are the top 10 best books to inspire travel:

  1. “Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel” by Rolf Potts – This practical guide to long-term travel offers tips and advice on how to turn your travel dreams into reality.
  2. “The Lonely Planet Travel Book” – This coffee-table book showcases the most incredible destinations and experiences from around the world, accompanied by stunning photography.
  3. “Eat, Pray, Love” by Elizabeth Gilbert – This memoir follows Gilbert’s journey of self-discovery as she travels to Italy, India, and Indonesia, immersing herself in different cultures and seeking spiritual enlightenment.
  4. “The Places in Between” by Rory Stewart – This travelogue recounts the author’s journey on foot through Afghanistan, from Herat to Kabul, during the early days of the American invasion.
  5. “Under the Tuscan Sun” by Frances Mayes – This memoir recounts the author’s move to Tuscany and her restoration of a run-down villa, offering a window into the beauty and culture of this enchanting region.
  6. “A Journey” by Tony Blair – This memoir recounts the former UK Prime Minister’s travels and experiences as he traveled the world and engaged with some of the most pressing global issues of our time.
  7. “The Longest Way Home: One Man’s Quest for the Courage to Settle Down” by Andrew McCarthy – This memoir recounts the author’s journey as he travels to over 20 countries in search of meaning and the courage to face his own fears and limitations.
  8. “The Geography of Bliss: One Grump’s Search for the Happiest Places in the World” by Eric Weiner – This travelogue explores some of the world’s happiest and most contented places, from Iceland to Bhutan, offering insights into what makes us truly happy.
  9. “Turn Right at Machu Picchu: Rediscovering the Lost City One Step at a Time” by Mark Adams – This travelogue recounts the author’s journey to Machu Picchu, offering a unique and often humorous perspective on one of the world’s most famous tourist destinations.
  10. “Notes from a Small Island” by Bill Bryson – This travelogue recounts the author’s travels around Britain, offering a witty and insightful commentary on the country and its people.

These books will inspire your travel dreams and set you on the path to exploring new destinations and cultures. So pack your bags and set out on your journey of discovery!

Rebecca is the founder of Sightseeing Sidekick travel blog and the publisher of both a lifestyle and a bridal magazine. Living in Northern Virginia, she’s a 50+ mother and grandmother who started travel blogging to share her “new to her” experiences as she has more time to travel. She hopes to “inspire women who previously may not have been able to travel due to career or family obligations to plan, sightsee, and create memories.” You can follow her on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube