“The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.” Saint Augustine
Now is a great time to start learning more about the places you’ll be visiting. Even a few background details can go a long way toward maximizing your enjoyment of your destinations. We are pleased to provide customized recommended reading lists courtesy of Longitude, a specialty bookseller. Click on your itinerary below to view a hand-picked selection of topical and current books, maps and other items; Essential Reading items at the top are offered at a 15% discount including shipping.
China ExplorerChina’s Cultural DelightsImperial Jewels of ChinaRoof of the WorldMagnificent MekongMemories of Mandalay
Pathways of the Pharaohs
Châteaux, Rivers & WineCities of LightDanube WaltzElegant ElbeEuropean SojournFrance’s FinestGrand European TourGrand Rivers of EuropeHeart of GermanyParis & the Heart of NormandyPassage to Eastern EuropePortraits of Southern FrancePortugal’s River of GoldRhine GetawayRomantic DanubeTulips & WindmillsVineyards & Vistas
Footsteps of the CossacksWaterways of the CzarsRussia Explorer
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