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Whether you’re on a city break, or having a beach trip, you will no doubt have ‘relaxing’ on the agenda. It can be hard to know how to do this, so reading is a great place to start. Just taking time to sit and focus on the words helps calm the mind, and getting lost in the pages helps to switch off any stressful thinking.
Great for Solo Dining
If you fancy taking yourself out for a nice meal while abroad, taking a book with you can make it all feel less daunting. You can enjoy the experience and your food while having something to focus on and help you not feel self-conscious.
Nice Souvenir
Associating a trip with a specific book is a lovely way to keep the memories of it strong. You can think back to sitting in a park reading a gripping chapter, and this helps make the memories feel more real and personal.
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]]>The Little Paris Bookshop
This novel by Nina George follows a broken-hearted bookseller as he embarks on a journey to find the literary soulmate he lost decades before. More than just a beautiful setting, the story shares a message about books and their power to help us heal.
The Sweet Life in Paris
Cookbook author and pastry chef David Lebovitz shares insights and observations in this funny and charming memoir about his experience moving to Paris, learning the ins and outs of French culture and cooking French cuisine. Don’t read this one while hungry.
The Paris Wife
Fans of historical fiction are sure to love The Paris Wife, a novel by Paula McLain about Ernest Hemingway’s first marriage to Hadley Richardson. The story is written from Hadley’s perspective and explores their relationship as they move to Paris and befriend other artists and writers of the time.
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How many times have you arrived three hours early for a light, only for it to be delayed? Well by whipping out your Kindle, you can get lost in a novel and let time fly by. With thousands of options to choose from you are sure to find something interesting that catches your eye that you can read while you wait.
Information
Another way the Kindles are a great accessory for you to bring on your next trip. You can buy books recommended for the city of your destination. This way you have access to books that recommend restaurants, cafes, museums and a whole lot more. Thus, making it the perfect portable tour guide that you can use as you wish.
Live in Fantasy
By bringing your Kindle with you to your next destination, you can read a novel based in the country of your next destination. This is a great way to explore the city through a different lens and perspective. There is nothing more exciting than exploring a new city through the viewpoint of some of your favorite characters.
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Choose something long to keep you entertained for hours. Chances are you’ll have some lengthy layovers, long train journeys, and of course, plenty of time for lying on the beach. Pick a chunky tome you can really sink your teeth into. If you’ve got limited luggage space, opt for an e-reader or lightweight paperback that won’t weigh you down too much.
A Safe Choice is a Good Choice
A vacation is not the time to try a new author or genre you’ve never tried before. Stick to authors you know you love, your favorite genres, or even a much-loved book you’ve been hankering to re-read. The priority here should be relaxation and enjoyment—not struggling your way through Ulysses for the first time!
Keep it Light
Similarly, it can really bring down your vacation mood if you’re ploughing through a tragedy or misery memoir. Opt for light, easy reads that are entertaining, compelling, and heart-warming. It can also be fun to read books set in the place where you’re visiting!
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Set realistic reading goals so you wouldn’t end up packing more books than you need. If you’re spending most of your time relaxing at the beach or a hotel room, you’ll have a lot of time for reading at your disposal. If you’re sightseeing and visiting museums all day long, chances are you’ll be pretty tired by the end of the day.
Long Commute
If your trip includes long rides by bus or train, packing more books than you usually do is a good idea, since they come in handy when you want to pass the time.
(@monicakim.jpg)Saving Space
The longer your trip is, the more books you’ll need, but you’re probably going to bring a bigger suitcase. Figure out how many books you can read during this time, and don’t pack any more than necessary since they’re heavy and take up too much space. If you don’t have enough room for physical copies, ebooks and audiobooks are a great alternative.
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]]>Plan Your Next Trip
If there’s a place you’ve always wanted to visit, now may be the perfect time to start planning your trip. Whether it’s learning more about the place or exploring the accommodation options, doing this will help you get lost in your favorite destination, even though you’re sitting at home.
Read
If you’re the one to always complain about not having time to read, this is your chance to catch up. With all the amazing books waiting to be read, who has the time to panic and be anxious about the virus?
Connect with Friends
Use video call apps to call your friends and you’ll instantly feel better and less alone. You can agree to talk about light topics only and make each other laugh when one of you needs it.
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]]>Ernest Hemingway – The Sun Also Rises
The Sun Also Rises is a novel based on the writer’s experience in Spain. It tells the story of a group of friends who travel from Paris to Pamplona to watch the running of the bulls and explores life after World War I.
Jules Verne – Around the World in 80 Days
Go on an adventure with an English gentleman named Phileas Fogg who’s trying to travel the world in 80 days in order to win a bet against his friends. The story was first published in 1872 and it’s still one of the most popular books in the world.
Jack Kerouac – On the Road
This novel was based on Kerouac’s travels across the U.S. with his friends. It’s considered one of the key works in his career and it has served as an inspiration to many authors, singers, and poets.
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]]>The design was inspired by the rich cultural heritage of Yangzhou, which used to be a place where many ancient writers and poets gathered in the past.
The plain glass exterior of the building hides the sleek interior made of black, mirrored ceilings and floors, which create an illusion of entering a never-ending tunnel made of books.
The bookstore is divided into four different areas, each inviting visitors to get lost amongst the thousands of books on display. The pure white “reader’s forest” zone leads into a corridor with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves extending endlessly to the side. There is also a peaceful reading room with benches to relax on, a theatrical readers’ hall, and a playground-inspired children’s area. On the 4th floor, there is a leisure area, where visitors can enjoy a good cup of coffee or tea.
The most intriguing aspect of the space is the double-height hall featuring zig-zagging sets of stairs that lead up and across tall bookshelves that line the walls. The stairs double up as seats, where visitors are encouraged to rest and read as long as they wish to.
Zhongshuge bookstore is a great place to not only read books but also take the time to think and interact with other visitors. The mirroring surfaces and ceilings dramatically expand the view, creating a sense of infinity, which further emphasizes the importance of reading. It is a creative space where you can browse for a new favorite story or simply spend hours enjoying the peaceful ambiance that will spark your imagination.
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]]>Solo Travel
If you’re traveling by yourself, there’s no doubt you need a book. Reading is an activity that’s still active even if you’re alone, and you can do it anywhere! Go read at a local bar or restaurant if you want to do something at night but don’t just want to sit on your phone all night. That way you can be a part of the local action but still entertain yourself.
On the Way
Whether you’re on a flight or a long bus or train, traveling to a place is the best excuse to get some reading it. Especially if you’re someone who doesn’t read a lot, it’ll put you in the mood for vacation which is super fun. Relaxing into the vacation mindset before you arrive is half the fun!
Time to Chill
If you want to blend in with the locals and take a break from site seeing, taking out a book and checking out a park or a green space! You might even meet some friends while you’re at it.
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]]>The Strand
Get lost in the most famous book store in New York. The Strand, located in Union Square, is known for their great collections, stellar recommendation system, and quirky book accessories. They get lots of famous authors for signings, so keep your eye out for their events.
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Bonnie Slotnick Cookbooks
This speciality book shop carries cookbooks that date back to the 18th century! Sift through thousands of books, magazines, and antiques that will up your cooking to the next level.
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Bluestockings
This bookstore/cafe is volunteer powered and collectively owned by feminists and other activists that share a passion for spreading knowledge. They are home to over 6,000 books on a variety of topics including gender studies, global capitalism, racial education, and more.
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The Mysterious Bookshop
This is America’s oldest mystery specialist book store. They stock original, signed copies of popular books, rare/collectable books, and paraphernalia. The coolest thing about The Mysterious Bookshop is that famous crime authors will write books that are ONLY sold in their store! Go find that next read today!
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