Let’s go on an adventure.
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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2 Day Asheville Itinerary: A Perfect Weekend in Asheville, NC
Asheville is one of our favorite cities in the USA, and this itinerary for a weekend in Asheville comes from a collection of several trips we’ve taken and includes our favorite things we’ve done. Tucked in the North Carolina mountains, Asheville is a perfect city for just about anyone to visit. It has a lively…
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!
33 Books Set in + About Alaska
Alaska is a wilderness many people dream of visiting. But if you can’t plan a trip to Alaska any time soon, these books about Alaska will take you there. Our list has everything from fiction about strong women in Alaska, to non-fiction wilderness survival stories, to children’s books about Alaska’s beloved sled dogs. So if…
11 Best Day Trips from Huntsville, Alabama for Families
Looking for a fun family day trip from Huntsville, Alabama? While Huntsville has so many fun things to do on it’s own, it also sits in the center of so many great Southeast destinations. It’s within an hour-and-a-half driving distance of both Nashville and Birmingham, plus there are so many great outdoor adventures in this…
5 Unique (& Free!) Museums in Hattiesburg, MS You’ll Want To Visit
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, also known as the “Hub City” has so many fun things to do and is a great spot for a family-fun weekend. But if you love history and museums, there’s a lot to love here too. From military history to one of the most creative art installations/museums I’ve ever seen, here are my…
