11 Travel Novels That Will Make You Feel Like You're Adventuring Too
“Outlander,” Diana Gabaldon
Claire Beauchamp, a World War II nurse on her honeymoon in Scotland, accidentally travels back in time through a circle of ancient stones. Separated from her husband, she finds herself in 1743, amid the war between the Scots and the British of which she becomes an integral part.
This is a historical sci-fi romance that will leave you swooning for a red-headed clansman to sweep you off your feet and into the Scottish Highlands.
“The Hobbit,” J.R.R. Tolkien
Although technically a children’s novel, “The Hobbit” is an inspiring classic that reads well no matter what your age. Young Bilbo Baggins is swept up in a quest to regain a group of dwarves’ treasure from a treacherous dragon.
Along the way he encounters many trials and tribulations, but proves his worth when he helps the dwarves gain back their treasure and their historic home in the Lonely Mountain. Full of action and adventure, “The Hobbit” will have you dreaming of far-off places whether fantastical or real.
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“Into the Wild,” Jon Krakauer
“Into the Wild” is the true story of Christopher McCandless, a young man who rejected society in search of himself, eventually ending up in the Alaskan wilderness where he perished.
Although it has a sad ending, Christopher’s youthful idealism and spirit of adventure provide inspiration for travelers at a crossroad, looking to embrace their own spontaneity and lust for life. This is one of the best novels about travel for those who love getting outdoors and immersing themselves in nature.
