The 205-page book goes into great detail on the art of long-term world travel and is not only informative, but inspiring, educational, and thought-provoking as well.

It certainly made me feel a ease and provided more insight into traveling.When Tim Ferriss, author of The 4-Hour Workweek, suggested I read Rolf Potts’ Vagabonding, I immediately picked up a copy… and I suggest you do too! It's fairly organised, but even if you don't feel it is the individual sections help target specific information you may need. There are some accounts of specific places and situation he visited to go along with the writing. Quotes from other writing, philosophers, travelers made it all the more appealing. I really enjoyed reading this book, the language used it very fluent and a joy to read. Included are lists of books and websites for help. All contain pages of Rolf's experience with quotes and a more in detail page on another travelers experience related to the section you're reading about. It's broken down into sections that have advice and information on: The change in lifestyle/coming away from your current situation or job and putting that into action, working abroad, travel warnings, money saving/dematerialising, traveling with children, older travelers, women & men specific traveling, travel guides, preparation, what to bring, money help, how to travel, attitude, cultural help, communication, hotel tips, etiquette, day to day living, health, open mindedness, practicality, spirituality, trying new things, improvising, volunteering. What a fantastically heart-warming book a real pleasure to read and with plenty of honest and very helpful information. re-assimilating back into ordinary life Updated for our ever-changing world, Vagabonding is an indispensable guide for the modern traveler.Now completely revised and updated, Vagabonding is an accessible and inspiring guide to In this one-of-a-kind handbook, veteran travel writer Rolf Potts explains how anyone armed with an independent spirit can achieve the dream of extended overseas travel. And Vagabonding teaches you how to travel (and think), not just for one trip, but for the rest of your life.” -Tim Ferriss, from the foreword There’s nothing like vagabonding: taking time off from your normal life-from six weeks to four months to two years-to discover and experience the world on your own terms. Why? Because one incredible trip, especially a long-term trip, can change your life forever. “ Vagabonding easily remains in my top-10 list of life-changing books.

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