The 8 Best Books to Read Before Traveling to England

Digital nomad on the Scotland-England border at Coldstream reading books about England

Reading is one of the best ways to travel anywhere from the comfort of your home. Whether you’re planning a trip or just dreaming about taking one sometime in the future, these wonderful books about England (and the UK as a whole!) will take you to one of my favorite countries in the world.  Notes … Read more

The 6 Best Books to Read Before Going to France

A building and statue in Paris, France during sunset

Nothing gets you in the mood for traveling like a great book. Whether you’re planning a trip soon or just dreaming about France in books while stuck at home, these books set in France and classic novels will take you on a journey to one of the most beautiful and fascinating countries—one I love very … Read more

6 Best Books to Read Before Going to Italy

Solo female traveler on the Rialto Bridge in Venice, Italy

When planning a trip, my favorite way to prepare and get into the culture is by reading. It’s like a vacation before the vacation! So if you’re looking for the best books to read before traveling to Italy, you’re in luck – here are my top six recommendations.   The Neapolitan Novels by Elena Ferrante … Read more