Our reading road trip has ventured to all four corners of the United States, featuring reading selections and travel experiences from each region of the country. You can explore this blog series in its entirety here, and use this list for reference as you read through all fifty states. The Reading List Alabama: The Almost Sisters by Joshilyn Jackson Alaska: The Great Alone by Kristen Hannah Arizona: The Bean Trees by Barbara Kingsolver Arkansas: True Grit by Charles Portis California: East of Eden by John Steinbeck Colorado: Plainsong by Kent Haruf Connecticut: Revolutionary Road by Richard Yates Delaware: The Book…
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Bucket List Destination: The Galapagos Islands
Fourth in a series: Our Team’s Dream Destinations Located approximately 605 miles off the coast of Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands of the Pacific Ocean fascinate nature lovers and ecotourists alike. The island group consists of 18 main islands, 3 smaller islands, and 107 islets. Two airports serve locals and tourists, who often arrive by plane to embark on one of the small ships that explore the region. Must-See Islands? Each island in the Galapagos has its trademarks, and travelers should consider which landscapes, activities, and wildlife are their personal must-dos. Some of the most popular islands for tourists include Santa…
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Bucket List Destination: The Greek Islands
Third in a series: Our Team’s Dream Destinations The deep blues of the Aegean Sea, the sparkling white walls of the island architecture, and the bursting pinks of the creeping bougainvillea enchant travelers who long for respite on the Greek Islands. Must-See Islands? There are more than 6,000 Greek islands and only 227 have inhabitants. Islands considered must-see islands for first-time visitors include Santorini, Mykonos, Crete, Paros, and Naxos. Best Time to Travel? Generally, April to October is the best time of year to visit the Greek Islands, but those hoping to enjoy the beautiful beaches should plan for a…
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Bucket List Destination: Vietnam and Cambodia
second in a series: Our Team’s Dream Destinations Vietnam and Cambodia are bucket list destinations for many travelers who are drawn to the fascinating history, beautiful beaches, creative food scene, and scenic landscapes of these neighboring countries. Must-See Cities? Vietnam: Hanoi, Nha Trang, Hoi Ann, Hue, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang Cambodia: Angkor, Phnom Penh, Koh Ker, Siem Reap Best Time to Travel? Rainy season can vary by region, so some considerations must be made when planning your visit to Vietnam and Cambodia. Regions of these countries can also be quite hot and humid during particular times of year. Generally,…
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Interactive Bucket List Planner
The team at Encompass the World Travel and Westlake Travel wants you to dream big dreams about your future vacations and contact us to help you with your bucket list. Using our interactive planner as a guide, consider the experiences you’d like to have and the destinations you’d like to visit. Our team can assist with budget, best time of year to travel, and how to make your travel dreams happen! We will continue to celebrate bucket list travel planning all winter long, so subscribe to our blog and follow us on social media so you don’t miss a post!
