I love to read about a place while I’m in the planning stage of a new journey and while I’m travelling. I’ve included a few of my favourite books in my little Travel Itch Amazon.com store from my collection that I’ve read along the way. They are a mix of fiction and non-fiction.
I’ve included some fiction like Dan Browns DaVinci code because they provide a fabulous description of places like Rome, it’s buildings and secrets. I’ve included some non-fiction titles about famous artists like Salvador Dali and Bernini because you have to visit their galleries when you travel and getting to know them before you go makes it all the more interesting!
I’ve listed the travel reference books I like – mostly Rick Steve’s guide books. They’re practical and sometimes take you off the tourist trail. I’ve also listed a few books on approaches to travelling, photography and journaling because I like the thought of capturing my travel memories with a quick sketch or watercolour.
Below are the books in my travel related library for some inspiration!