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Road Trip USA: Cross-Country Adventures on America's Two-Lane Highways.Road Trip USA: Cross-Country Adventures on America's Two-Lane Highways. by Jamie Jensen
Buy new: $19.77 / Used from: $12.95
Fantastic! It seemed impossible to include a lot of useful information when covering the USA but the author did it! I'm already taking notes for our fall journey. Outstanding information along with easy reading.
Moon Handbooks Coastal California (Moon Handbooks)Moon Handbooks Coastal California (Moon Handbooks) by Kim Weir
Buy new: $14.93 / Used from: $0.49
Excellent guidebook to the area. The 'must sees' for each area are very good. A very nice selection to choose from.
A Foxy Old Woman's Guide to Traveling Alone: Around Town and Around the World (Foxy Old Woman's Guide to)A Foxy Old Woman's Guide to Traveling Alone: Around Town and Around the World (Foxy Old Woman's Guide to) by Jay Ben-Lesser
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A fun little how to guide whether traveling alone or with a friend.
The Frugal Traveler: How to See More of the World for LessThe Frugal Traveler: How to See More of the World for Less by Caroly Jones
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For frugal, independent travlers who want to travel well and safely on a budget.
Live Your Road Trip Dream: Travel for a Year for the Cost of Staying HomeLive Your Road Trip Dream: Travel for a Year for the Cost of Staying Home by Phil White
Buy new: $12.21 / Used from: $6.58
We won't be traveling anywhere for a year straight, but this book is still great fun to read. From planning to journey accomplished. Very good.
Let's Get Primitive: The Urban Girl's Guide to CampingLet's Get Primitive: The Urban Girl's Guide to Camping by Heather Menicucci
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $2.79
While written for 'Urban Girls' this little how to guide will work to get anyone motivated and out there camping.
Italy Fever: 14 Ways to Satisfy Your Love Affair with ItalyItaly Fever: 14 Ways to Satisfy Your Love Affair with Italy by Darlene Marwitz
Buy new: $24.00 / Used from: $1.56
England is our passion but this book is a delight. No matter which is your favorite country, you will be able to relate, enjoy and get tips for maintaining your passion.
WALKING THE WORLD: MEMORIES AND ADVENTURESWALKING THE WORLD: MEMORIES AND ADVENTURES by Alan Cook
Buy new: $18.95 / Used from: $8.33
Outstanding incentive to plan a trip using those walking shoes!
Walking in France (Walking Guides)Walking in France (Walking Guides) by Gillian Souter
Buy new: $15.00 / Used from: $13.90
A lovely guide to walking in France including Paris. Includes advice on planning your walking vacation.
France on Foot: Village to Village, Hotel to Hotel: How to Walk the French Trail System on Your OwnFrance on Foot: Village to Village, Hotel to Hotel: How to Walk the French Trail System on Your Own by Bruce Lefavour
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Everything you need to know to plan a walking holiday in France. The planning and traveling information not specific to France would be useful in preparing for any long distance jaunt.
A Long Walk South: From the North Sea to the MediterraneanA Long Walk South: From the North Sea to the Mediterranean by Sean Rothery
Buy new: $32.95 / Used from: $19.24
A most enjoyable read of the author's 2300 km walk from the North Sea (Holland) to the Mediterranean (Nice, France).
The Great Paris WalkPackThe Great Paris WalkPack by Carole Howard
Buy new: $15.95 / Used from: $10.30
Fantastic set of walks in five Paris neighborhoods, each a separate pamphlet. Wish we'd had it for our trip this year. It certainly will go on our next trip!
Paris Made Easy: The Best Sights and Walks of Paris (Open Road Travel Guides)Paris Made Easy: The Best Sights and Walks of Paris (Open Road Travel Guides) by Andy Herbach
Buy used from: $6.35
Handy pocket size. Assumes you have other books to locate lodging and are now ready to take a small book in hand and enjoy Paris.
Romantic ParisRomantic Paris by Thirza Vallois
Buy new: $17.96 / Used from: $13.94
A lovely book of walks in Paris (beautiful pictures). A bit heavy to tote with you, but great for planning/dreaming.
Almost French: Love and a New Life in ParisAlmost French: Love and a New Life in Paris by Sarah Turnbull
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A delightful journey to becoming Parisian.
Sandra Gustafson's Great Sleeps Paris (Cheap Eats and Sleeps)Sandra Gustafson's Great Sleeps Paris (Cheap Eats and Sleeps) by Sandra Gustafson
Buy new: $12.76 / Used from: $1.31
Excellent series. We've found the author's descriptions to be both accurate and helpful when making lodging selections.
The World Awaits: How to Travel Far and WellThe World Awaits: How to Travel Far and Well by Paul Otteson
Buy new: $11.53 / Used from: $8.83
The chapter on budgeting your trip is the best I've read. It works for us!
The Grown-Up's Guide to Running Away from Home (Grown-Up's Guide)The Grown-Up's Guide to Running Away from Home (Grown-Up's Guide) by Rosanne Knorr
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The nuts and bolts guide for those thinking about retiring abroad or those just dreaming for 'someday.'
Just the Two of Us: A Cycling Journey Across AmericaJust the Two of Us: A Cycling Journey Across America by Melissa Norton
Buy new: $12.71 / Used from: $7.18
From planning to doing to done. Very well done. Excellent travelogue.
Lone Traveller: One Woman, Two Wheels and the WorldLone Traveller: One Woman, Two Wheels and the World by Anne Mustoe
Buy new: $11.21 / Used from: $5.96
The 2nd in the series of four outstanding books. At 54 the author retired and set out to see the world by bicyle.
Cycling Into Your SoulCycling Into Your Soul by M. Archibald
Buy new: $18.95 / Used from: $4.70
A journey through parts of Russia, Turkey, New Zealand, Asia. Pleasant read of the author's journey and the lessons she learned.
Traveling While MarriedTraveling While Married by Mary-Lou Weisman
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Small, portable (good travel companion), a hoot. 'How to take a trip with your spounse and come back together.'
The Art of TravelThe Art of Travel by Alain De Botton
Buy new: $11.16 / Used from: $4.94
A philosophical exploration of the whys of travel.
Without Reservations: The Travels of an Independent WomanWithout Reservations: The Travels of an Independent Woman by Alice Steinbach
Buy new: $11.34 / Used from: $0.01
A lovely journey of adventure and self discovery. Armchair travel at its best.
A Journey of One's Own, 3rd Edition: Uncommon Advice for the Independent Woman TravelerA Journey of One's Own, 3rd Edition: Uncommon Advice for the Independent Woman Traveler by Thalia Zepatos
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $4.90
A new edition of a lovely planning guide that's also a good read. Not just for solo travel either.
Away From My Desk: A Round-the-World Detour from the Rat Race, the Tech Wreck, and the Traffic Jam of Life in AmericaAway From My Desk: A Round-the-World Detour from the Rat Race, the Tech Wreck, and the Traffic Jam of Life in America by Rif K. Haffar
Buy new: $15.95 / Used from: $0.47
A one year around-the-world adventure by motorcycle.