There is nothing that compares to a good book to transport you to a far off land when actually going to that far off land is still out of the question. I’m spending most evenings with my nose in a book. Usually I am able to get through 2-3 books a week on a good week, with a decent variety of subjects, but I love a good challenge.
Since we’re still grounded for the foreseeable future I wanted to share with you a travel related reading challenge that should help you through the doldrums of Summer. I’ve also shared my picks below each category.
A book set in, or about the destination of your last vacation.
The year of living Danishly – by Helen Russel
Anything by Peter Mayle
A book set in, or about the destination you were supposed to visit in 2020.
Oil and Marble: A Novel of Leonardo & Michelangelo – by Stephanie Story
Honey, Olives and Octopus: Adventures at the Greek Table – by Christopher Bakken
A book set in, or about a destination still on your list of places to visit.
A House in Fez: Building a Life in the Ancient Heart of Morocco – by Suzanna Clark
Whatever you do, don’t run: True tales of a Botswana Safari Guide – by Peter Allison
A book that has the word “travel” in the title.
Travel as a Political Act – by Rick Steves
The Art of Travel – by Alain De Botton
A book that takes place on an island.
In Search of the Craic: One Man’s Pub Crawl Through Irish Music – by Colin Irwin
The Jane Austen Society: A Novel – by Natalie Jenner
The Harry Potter Series – by J.K. Rowling (for the kids)
A book that takes place on a beach.
The Vacationers – by Emma Straub
Hoot – by Carl Hiaasen (this is a bonus book for the kids)
Want to join in for the month of August? I’d love to see your list!
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