Good Books for Down Time

While you're abroad time will fly as you are either, working, interning, teaching or volunteering! You'll make new friends and spend all your time soaking in the local culture. However, at some point you may find yourself overwhelmed and looking for time to rest and realax. Books can be your best friend while traveling.

This morning we found a very useful site of wonderful books (suited to travelers) that may interest you! Check it out here: http://www.roadjunky.com/article?c=Books

Books, however, are difficult to pack! Look for a book exchange, or just change them with friends you meet along the way. Another option is to purchase some audio books before you leave. 

Don't forget - if you're going to a country whose first language isn't English, a great way to practice your foreign language ability is to buy a book by a local native author and get a taste of the country's literary culture too!