Where to Travel Next Based on Your Favorite Book

For lovers of Like Water For Chocolate … Taste Your Way ThroughCancun

If you are drawn to the writing of Laura Esquivel’s novel Like Water for Chocolate, which weaves a story of a Mexican family with traditional Mexican recipes, then you will enjoy visiting the foodie-friendly city of Cancun. The JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa is centrally located and offers countless dining options both on and off property. From a newly opened tapas and paella restaurant to a speakeasy, the property is committed to telling unique stories through its culinary experiences. 

For lovers of Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea … Dive Into YourBahamas Adventure 

For fans of the classic science fiction adventure novel by French writer Jules Verne, pack your bags and get ready to explore the Bahamas. Nestled on the secluded South Andros Island, Caerula Mar Club feels worlds (and leagues) away and will allow you the oceanic escape you are craving.  Adventurous travelers will jump at the chance to explore the Andros Reef, which is the third largest barrier reef in the world at 100 miles long and is conveniently located directly in front of the resort! Guests can experience the purest diving experience in the Bahamas, with dives suitable for all levels of divers offering encounters with sea turtles, rays, reef sharks, tropical fish and blue holes that some say are home to the mythical creature called Lusca. 

For lovers of Moby Dick… Check out this Cape Cod Escape 

Herman Melville’s classic 1851 sailor’s tale is an ode to the American whaling industry and to New England in general. Check into Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club in Brewster, Massachusetts, where you will delight in the beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean. The resort’s main Mansion estate even dates back to the 19th century, when it was first inhabited by New England family The Nicholsons. Throughout the stay, guests will feel immersed in the history and charm of Cape Cod. 

For lovers of East of Eden… Discover the Golden State at this Napa Hotel 

The acclaimed novel by John Steinbeck is a family saga set in Northern California and is rich with descriptions of the region’s gorgeous natural landscapes. Guests of the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa Valley will find themselves surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills. Grab a glass of wine and take in the hues and scenery present in much of Steinbeck’s work set in the Golden State.

For lovers of Call Me By Your Name … Fall in Love with Tuscany 

Andre Acimen’s coming-of-age novel centers on a blossoming romance over the course of one Summer in Italy. The author’s prose is filled with descriptions of the sun-soaked streets, wine-filled parties and the tastes of Italy. Check in to the Grand Universe Lucca for a chance to indulge in an Italian Summer of your own. Located just inside Lucca’s Renaissance city walls, travelers will feel as if they have stepped into a different time and fall in love with the historical and breathtaking Tuscan city. 

For lovers of A Farewell To Arms… Explore Hemmingway’s Key West

Fans of Ernest Hemmingway’s will delight in the chance to visit the place where he wrote the  acclaimed novel set during the First World War. After first visiting in 1928, Hemmingway was an inhabitant and lifelong fan of the island. Located in the Historic Old Town, Southernmost Beach Resort invites guests to experience the sights Hemmingway once saw. Travelers will love exploring the famed Duval Street and relish in the resort’s lush gardens, endless sea views, and sandy beaches. For the ultimate literary experience, visit the Hemingway Home & Museum, just a 10 minute walk away from the resort.

For lovers of The Little Prince… Explore Lake Atitlan’s Casa Palopó

Tucked three hours outside of bustling Guatemala City sits the magical Casa Palopó, a private home turned boutique hotel perched above the shores of Lake Atitlán. The inspiring locale serves as a feast for the imagination, a sensation well attested by the many renowned writers who have stumbled upon the region over the centuries… bringing to life the characters, sights, and scenes of your most beloved stories. For the literary aficionados, dreamers, and just those seeking a touch of inspiration… the enchanting Casa Palopó offers guests the opportunity to step into the shoes of writer Antoine de Saint-Exupéry… who drew inspiration from the lush region during his extended stay in Lake Atitlán. Specifically from Cerro de Oro, a hill that sits at the bottom of one of the volcanoes, whose shape inspired the famous elephant and boa constrictor drawing in The Little Prince. Bookworms can cozy up in the hotel’s Lending Library, which houses hundreds of pieces of literature… and even reread The Little Prince while gazing at the very hill that inspired it.

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