A vacation is the perfect time to escape reality and dive into a good book. Whether you're lounging on a sun-soaked beach, exploring a new city, or nestled in a cozy cabin in the woods, the right book can enhance your travel experience. We've curated a list of the best vacation books you'll ever read, spanning various genres to suit all tastes and destinations. So, before you pack your bags, be sure to add these literary companions to your travel itinerary:

The Best Books For Travel Adventures

Adventure travel is all about facing the unknown, braving your fears, and taking on the most challenging, and possibly dangerous, way to travel. For adrenaline junkies, it’s the ultimate way to travel, and there can be no doubt that it leads to some compelling stories. Perhaps they can even inspire you to take on your own adventures.

Tracks By Robyn Davidson

Tracks is possibly the most inspirational story about travel and self-discovery of all time. It’s the true story of Robyn Davidson, who decided to walk across the length of Australia with her dog and four camels.Braving the harshness of the Australian outback possessed all kinds of challenges. She comes face to face with poisonous snakes, the wandering eyes of creepy men, and aboriginal people who prefer the solitude of their own people.

The Worst Journey In The World By Apsley Cherry-Garrard

The Worst Journey in the World is the real life story of Apsley Cherry-Gerrard, who was the youngest member of the team accompanying Robert Falcon Scott’s expedition to the South Pole.The expedition turned disastrous, leaving him the only survivor of the notorious journey. 

This novel recounts first-hand experiences, as well as sharing diary entries from his teammates, to give a detailed account of what happened during this legendary expedition. 

Apsley’s memoir not only keeps the memory of the brave Arctic explorers alive but tells of a remarkable feat of survival and one incredible adventure to a place most only hear about in books. Pick it up on Amazon on Paperback or Kindle

Wild – Cheryl Strayed

This book needs no introduction. I’m pretty certain that it features on almost every list of the best travel books to read. For those who don’t know, Strayed walked the 1100 mile long hike known as the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) in the US solo in 1995 after a tumultuous few years of her life. 

With no training or experience, she completed the trek through sheer determination and it ultimately helped change her outlook on life. It’s an incredible story of personal triumph and is an inspiring read, perhaps more so for females. The book has since been turned into a great film with Reece Witherspoon and it’s inspired a huge wave of solo female thru-hikers. It’s also been credited for making the PCT one of the world’s most sought after long-distance treks.

These vacation books are more than just reading material; they're passports to different worlds and experiences that can enrich your journey. So, pack your bags, find a comfortable spot, and let the pages transport you to new adventures as you embark on your next vacation.