Roam from Home

Escape the travel-bug through the pages of a book, and discover your next destination from the comfort of home.

When Travel Isn't an Option, Let Books Take You There

As part of our quarantine themed "Roam from Home" blog series, Yampu Tours sets to alleviate symptoms of the travel-bug with inspiring ways to see the world from the comfort of our own homes, and what better way to escape than through the pages of a book? Who knows, you might even add a few more destinations to your bucket list. So grab a cup of tea and settle into your cozy place and let's go!

Books for the Travelholic

Monica's Picks
Stories that transport you across continents and into the hearts of distant places.

Celestine Prophecy

Celestine Prophecy

Read this just before meeting Jose and leaving for Peru with him—a book that changed everything.

The Lioness of Morocco

The Lioness of Morocco

A tale of Morocco that captures the mystery and allure of North Africa's most enchanting corners.

The Sun Also Rises

The Sun Also Rises

Hemingway's masterpiece of wandering and belonging, a classic for anyone who travels with their heart.

The House of Spirits

The House of Spirits

Magical realism woven through generations—a journey across Latin America's soul and secrets.

A Year in Provence

A Year in Provence

Settle into the rhythms of the French countryside and discover why some places feel like home.

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Stories That Open the World

It's never too early to instill the wonders of travel. Children's books are portals—they plant seeds of curiosity about distant places, different cultures, and the kind of wanderlust that grows with every page turned. A story set in Peru, India, or Morocco becomes an invitation to explore, long before a child ever boards a plane. These tales teach young readers that the world is vast, beautiful, and waiting to be discovered.

Lance's Picks

Books for Young Travelers
It's never too early to instill the wonders of travel.

Magic Treehouse

Magic Treehouse

Time travel through history with Jack and Annie, discovering ancient civilizations and distant lands with every turn of the page.

Madeline

Madeline

A spirited girl in Paris teaches young readers that adventure and independence thrive in the most charming corners of the world.

Strega Nona

Strega Nona

Italian folklore comes alive through a magical pasta pot, introducing children to the warmth and wonder of Mediterranean villages.

Tikki Tikki Tembo

Tikki Tikki Tembo

A Chinese folktale that opens doors to Eastern traditions, showing how stories connect us across cultures and centuries.

The Story of Ferdinand

The Story of Ferdinand

A gentle bull in Spain discovers that being different is beautiful, teaching children to honor their own quiet nature.

How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World

How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World

Geography unfolds through a recipe, as a baker travels the globe gathering ingredients and discovering the people behind them.

Ready to Roam

Let these stories inspire your next journey

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