Epic Journeys Blog Tour: Review

Epic Journeys
Release Date: October 22, 2019
Publisher: National Geographic
Hardcover: 416 pages

Description:

From rafting the Zambezi River's 23 stomach-flipping rapids to hiking the Inca trail and sailing from island to island in Greece, the travel experts at National Geographic reveal the world's best adventures in this stunning--and practical--treasury. 

From navigating the class-five rapids of the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon to sandboarding the slopes of a volcano in Nicaragua to dogsledding in the Arctic, this beautiful and comprehensive book offers trips of a lifetime for explorers and adrenaline junkies alike. Filled with more than 300 vivid photographs, this inspirational guide reveals over 225 of the planet's best destinations for hikers, skiers, divers, rafters, and more. You'll also find everything you need to know for the ultimate epic journey: what to see, when to go, and what to do. Combining adventure with cultural experiences--for example, a safari through Madagascar or visiting the ruins of Buddhist temples after sea kayaking the warm waters of Vietnam--this one-of-a-kind collection, complemented by top ten lists and adventurer essays covering everything from the best hiking trails to the top wildlife parks, will lead you to new heights of exploration. 

 

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National Geographic has done it again with this incredibly gorgeous and informative reference book that readers of all ages and interests are sure to love. I'm a huge fan of travel and I always enjoy discovering new places, cultures, rituals and ceremonies, festivals, landmarks, and everything else I can. This book truly takes the reader all across the globe introducing them to a wide array of countries and environments they might not have even known existed. Since the book is all about journeys, it highlights some of the best destinations for different activities and travelers. From hikers and skiers to scuba divers and white water raters - there's something that will appeal to everyone inside these pages.

 

I have really enjoyed reviewing some of the National Geographic releases of this year and they have all been amazing, but this is - by far - my favorite. As I mentioned, I love to travel and learn about new people and places and that's basically what this book is all about. There's so much incredible and fascinating information about various countries and destinations packed inside the pages. And then there are the photographs. They are nothing short of stunning and I honestly just went through the book and looked at all the photos and read their captions. It was amazing and I learned so much from doing just that and not even reading any of the text. I don't know if someone could sit down and read this whole book - word for word - in one day. There's so much information and (like I've mentioned) the pictures are phenomenal. It took me hours to just look through the pages at the photos and read their descriptions. This is a must have for travel lovers and those who enjoy reference books about places around the world. I definitely recommend this book to everyone regardless of age or reading preference. This is a book that transcends all of these things and will appeal to the masses.