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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!
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50 Books Set in + About Japan
Japanese literature and culture has impacted Western culture for a long time with technology from Nintendo to Toyota and cultural icons from Hello Kitty to Pokémon. And while we love Japanese culture, if you want to truly take a deeper dive into Japanese culture, these books about Japan will be perfect for you. You’ll find…
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!

Hotel Review: Caribe Hilton in San Juan, Puerto Rico
Caribe Hilton sits just outside of Old San Juan and is a popular hotel for both vacationers and events (like weddings and work conferences). When Gerrit and I visited Puerto Rico for an anniversary trip, we stayed here while we were in San Juan. Below, you’ll find our Caribe Hilton review plus everything you need…

39 Books Set in + About Iceland
Are you thinking of traveling to Iceland? If you’re either planning a trip or dreaming of one day in the future, this list of books about Iceland will help you find the perfect read! Iceland has a rich literary history, and you’ll find so much fiction here. You’ll especially find a lot of mysteries and…

Disneyland vs. California Adventure: Differences + Pros & Cons
Are you planning a trip to Disneyland? Ideally, you’ll have 2-3 days to soak in the magic of Southern California’s Disney parks. But if you just have a day to make a trip to Anaheim and are trying to decide between Disneyland vs. California Adventure (also known as DCA), here are all the differences you…