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13 Must-Read Books to Transport You to Paris Before Your Trip
Planning a trip to Paris? Lucky you! Whether it’s your first time or your tenth, Paris has a way of making every visit feel magical. But before you jet off to sip café crème at a sidewalk bistro or wander through the charming streets of Montmartre, why not set the mood with a little literary escapism? Books have the power to transport us, and these Paris-themed reads will have you dreaming in French before you even board your flight. From classic literature to historical fiction and even some contemporary romance, here are 13 books that will bring the magic of Paris to life before you land at Charles de Gaulle.…
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12 Must-Read Books to Fuel Your Italian Wanderlust
So, you’re planning a trip to Italy? First of all—jealous! Second, before you start perfecting your pasta twirl and brushing up on your “ciao” and “grazie,” let’s talk about a little pre-trip homework. And by homework, I mean the best kind—books! Reading stories set in Italy before your trip will not only transport you there early (hello, mental vacation!), but it will also enrich your experience once you arrive. You’ll recognize landmarks from the pages of novels, understand cultural nuances better, and maybe even impress a local with your knowledge of Renaissance Florence or glamorous 1960s Rome. From classic literature to modern love stories, and even a touch of mystery,…
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Travel Book Club (March 2025): The Little Italian Hotel
It’s time to get started on the book in our 2025 Travel Book Club! In March we’ll be reading The Little Italian Hotel. I’m currently studying Italian, so I thought this would be a fun read. Stick around to the end of the post to vote for April’s book! The Little Italian Hotel Author: Phaedra PatrickPages: 320Published: 2023 Join the discussion on Facebook starting March 24! Want to read more books featuring Italy? 12 More Books to Fuel Your Italian Wanderlust Vote for April’s Book If you like it, put a pin on it!
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Travel Book Club: Black Girl in Paris Discussion (Feb 2025)
It’s time for the next discussion in our 2025 Travel Book Club! In February we read Black Girl in Paris and I’ve compiled some questions below to get the discussion started! Share your thoughts, then check out what we’re reading next month! Black Girl in Paris Author: Shay YoungbloodPages: 238Published: 2000 Join the discussion on Facebook! Caution: Spoilers Ahead! Okay, so Black Girl in Paris by Shay Youngblood is one of those books that makes you want to pack a bag, hop on a plane, and just see where life takes you. It follows Eden, a young Black woman from the U.S. who moves to Paris in the 1980s, chasing…
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Travel Book Club (Feb 2025 Book): Black Girl in Paris
It’s time for the book in our 2025 Travel Book Club! In February we’ll be reading Black Girl in Paris. I brought this with me on my recent trip to Paris and it was so fun to read while in the city of light and love! Black Girl in Paris Author: Shay YoungbloodPages: 238Published: 2000 Join the discussion on Facebook starting February 24! If you like it, put a pin on it!
