Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel
Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel
Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 2002
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Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 2002205
Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction
2000s
2002
Adult
18+ years
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Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel by Rolf Potts and Timothy Ferriss provides practical advice and inspiration for individuals aspiring to embark on extended travels. The book emphasizes minimalism, budgeting, finding work abroad, and immersing oneself in the local culture, encouraging readers to embrace a more deliberate and fulfilling travel lifestyle.
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Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel by Rolf Potts, with contributions from Timothy Ferriss, receives praise for its motivational and practical advice on extended travel. Readers appreciate its philosophical insights and actionable tips. However, some find it overly idealistic and lacking in practical depth for seasoned travelers.
Who Should Read Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel?
Readers who relish Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel by Rolf Potts and Timothy Ferriss are typically adventurous, open-minded, and seek a minimalist lifestyle. Similar to fans of Elizabeth Gilbert's Eat, Pray, Love or Timothy Ferriss's The 4-Hour Workweek, they appreciate thoughtful travel and personal growth.
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Vagabonding was released in 2003 and has since become a cult classic for travelers and digital nomads, inspiring thousands to explore long-term travel.
Rolf Potts, often considered the "Jack Kerouac of the Internet age," has traveled to more than 60 countries, and his travel philosophy garners respect from both novices and seasoned adventurers alike.
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The foreword of the book is written by Timothy Ferriss, author of The 4-Hour Workweek, who cites Vagabonding as a major influence on his own life and work philosophy.
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Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction
2000s
2002
Adult
18+ years
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