Vagabonding

For me, this book came after a long line of other books written in its vein, this despite the fact that Vagabonding was written before most of them. Having read it so late in my independent travel reading career, I found it less than revolutionary, but I can easily see how it is an oft recommended book. The content is a very good mix of practical tips, motivational stories and inspirational quotes to help young travelers with some savings work up to long term traveling. I say young travelers because while there are some token nods to families and older travelers, but younger people without kids will get the most benefit from Vagabonding. If you feel like you could use an extra boost to get the courage up to go see the world, definitely give this a read.