10 Best Travel Books That’ll Feed Your Wanderlust

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There’s really nothing like travel. It’s probably my favorite thing to do in the whole world. But for those of you can’t currently travel or are in need of some travel inspiration, you’ll love the list of best travel books which I have put together today!

There’s nothing better than learning about new destinations, cultures, food and ways of living than through reading amazing travel books that will feed your wanderlust.

Whether you are planning a big trip somewhere soon, or just feel like escaping your world for a little while, these travel books should be packed in everyone’s bags, on your shelves or even loaded onto your e-readers.

It’s a proven fact that most of us learn better through stories. Being taken on a journey with a character through their experiences can teach us a lot about a country’s culture, food and beliefs.

It adds a whole lot more to our imagination, and really makes us want to go on an adventure ourselves.

The Best Travel Books That’ll Feed Your Wanderlust

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The books below have inspired many people to change their ways a bit and go some place new.

I hope you enjoy them!

1. The Yellow Envelope: One Gift, Three Rules, and A Life Changing Journey Around the World

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The story follows Kim and her husband who have decided to quit their jobs to travel around the world.

They are given a yellow envelope containing money and instructions to be used to help others.

With this they face many challenges whilst venturing through Ecuador, Peru, Nepal and beyond.

Check out the book here!

2. A Year In Provence

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In this story, Peter Mayle tells us about realizing his lifelong dream of moving into a 200 year old stone farmhouse in Southern France.

It’s witty, funny and a really enjoyable book to read!

Check out the book here!

3. Eat Pray Love

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I am pretty sure you have either heard of the film or even seen it!

This book became a massive hit when it was released in 2006, and was adapted into a film in 2010.

It’s all about the life of the author, Elizabeth Gilbert, and how she set out on a path no one thought could be possible.

Join her on her life changing journey to Italy, India and Bali where she learns to eat, to pray and how to love!

Check out the book here!

4. My Holiday in North Korea: The Funniest/Worst Place on Earth

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Whilst most people want to get away from North Korea, author Wendy Simmons wanted to get in.

In this surprisingly funny book, Wendy shares her accounts of visiting a country most seem to fear.

Now most of us may not want to visit this country, but this book is an interesting take on what it’s like to visit!

Check out the book here!

5. The Elephant Whisperer: My Life with the Herd in the African Wild

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This book is truly amazing!

In this true story, Lawrence Anthony tells his incredible story about how he took in a herd of wild elephants in order to save them.

One quickly realizes just how amazing these creatures are, and how one human becomes part of this beautiful herd of elephants.

The book is both heartwarming and sad, and will appeal to both animal lovers and adventurous people!

Check out the book here!

6. The Good Girl’s Guide to Getting Lost: A Memoir of Three Continents, Two Friends, and One Unexpected Adventure

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The thing I like most about this book is how relatable it is to so many people.

Rachel Friedman was a good girl who always played it safe and had good grades. Until one day where she surprises not only the people around her, but also herself, and books a one way ticket to Ireland.

Here she meets a free-spirited Australian traveller, and together they embark on an amazing adventure.

It’s a quick reminder of how when we get out of our comfort zones, amazing things can happen!

Check out the book here!

7. Shantaram: A Novel 

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This novel will keep you up all night as it’s so hard to put down!

Based on what happened to Gregory David Roberts, you quickly fall in love with this gripping story about an ex prisoner from Australia who finds himself living in the slums of Bombay.

Although it’s a very long book, it seems to keep you wanting more and more with each chapter!

Check out the book here!

8. Into The Wild

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This is yet another book that was turned into a Hollywood film.

It follows the life of Christopher Johnson McCandless who comes from a well off American family, but is chasing something different as to what is expected of him.

Follow his journey into the Alaskan wilderness, and see how he creates a new life for himself.

Check out the book here!

9. The Beach

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This is the original book that actually inspired to me to travel, so it had a big impact on me. It is also the sole reason I chased Thailand as a travel destination for so long!

Every now and then I’ll watch the film adaption of it, and it still has the exact same effect on me.

If you want an amazing story that’ll definitely fuel your wanderlust, then give book a read.

Check out the book here!

10. The Last Rhinos: My Battle to Save One of the World’s Greatest Creatures

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From the man who brought us The Elephant Whisperer, Lawrence Anthony decided to try and save the last few northern white rhinos. The only problem was that they were in one of the most dangerous locations on Earth, an area of the Congo controlled by the infamous Lord’s Resistance Army.

Defying all odds, Lawrence directly contacts the head of the LRA, and put his life at such a big risk in order to try save a beautiful species.

Check out the book here!

Have you read any books have inspired you to travel?

If so, I would love to know their names!

Cheers,
Richard-T

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