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Holidays in Hell (A Picador Book)
1.  Holidays in Hell (A Picador Book) by P. J. O'Rourke
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  "Often harsh, and not always fair. Scathing and hilarious.  Withstands frequent re-reading."
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The Pillars of Hercules: A Grand Tour of the Mediterranean
2.  The Pillars of Hercules: A Grand Tour of the Mediterranean by Paul Theroux
The list author says:
  "A fascinating trip around the entire Mediteranean region. The account of his horror upon entering Albania will stay with me for a long time."
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3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)

Passage To Juneau: A Sea and Its Meaning
3.  Passage To Juneau: A Sea and Its Meaning by Jonathan Raban
The list author says:
  "Stunning writing, blending historical detail with an account of his difficult personal life."
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Neither Here, Nor There: Travels in Europe
4.  Neither Here, Nor There: Travels in Europe by Bill Bryson
The list author says:
  "Re-tracing the route he took around Europe as a young man, this is Bryson's funniest book."
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4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (98 customer reviews)

Road Fever
5.  Road Fever by Tim Cahill
The list author says:
  "Cahill should be better known. He's a funny, thoughtful writer. Here he sets out on the ultimate road journey, along with a professional adventure driver and 1000 milkshakes"
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Fresh-air Fiend: Travel Writings, 1985-2000
6.  Fresh-air Fiend: Travel Writings, 1985-2000 by Paul Theroux
The list author says:
  "Excellent collection of short writings. Particularly interesting when he examines the purpose of travel writing and what first prompted him to travel."
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Down Under
7.  Down Under by Bill Bryson
The list author says:
  "Kamikaze wildlife and disappearing prime ministers ............ Bryson gets to grips with Australia."
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4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (171 customer reviews)

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