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Welcome to Flying Off the Bookshelf —a travel blog for bookworms. I travel the world through books and in real life. Join me on my adventures!
Here you’ll find travel tips on everywhere from Europe to Disney World to my own Alabama backyard. PLUS we have book recommendations for destinations all over the world — whether you are planning a trip or just want to experience some armchair travel!
Latest from the Blog
How to Use Genie Plus at Disney World (2024)
In Fall 2021, Disney unveiled the new Genie and Genie Plus (Genie+) system. This system replaced once were once known as Fastpasses. Now, we have Lightning Lanes you can book with Genie Plus, which allows you to access a shorter line for certain rides. But how to use Genie Plus isn’t nearly as straightforward as…
Hi! I’m Erin!
Welcome to Flying Off the Bookshelf — a blog all about books and travel!
I’m a mom, wife, and peanut butter addict. I live in North Alabama, and I love my home. But I also love to get out and explore!
Whether I’m traveling to Europe, visiting Disney, or just exploring the world through a good book, I love a good adventure!
Disney Scented Candles That Smell Like Parks and Resorts
There’s nothing worse than a Disney vacation hangover. And while I haven’t found the cure (except booking that next trip!), there are a few tricks that can help you bring the Disney magic home with you, and one of my favorites is Disney scented candles! When we got home from our stay at the Polynesian,…
Yellowstone vs. Grand Teton: Which National Park Should You Visit?
Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park are two gems of Wyoming and two of the most popular parks in the US. But even though they are right next door to each other, the experiences at these two National Parks are completely different! So which should you visit? We’re going to break down everything…
Guide to Visiting Georgia’s Beautiful Amicalola Falls State Park
If you live in the Southeast USA or are visiting Atlanta, here’s your nudge to add Amicalola Falls State Park to your travel list! It’s a fantastic place to get out in nature, do a bit of hiking (although you can totally see the best sights without a long hike!) and maybe have a little…