The Bottom Line
- Irreverent, funny and introspective travel book with great practical, up-to-date advice.
- This book is aimed at young people like you - the author knows what you want to know.
- Although witty, it's a walk on the wild side and may be a tad too wild for some.
Description
- Teaches you how to crash without cash.
- Shows you big money savings on travel arrangements.
- Gives tips on staying safe and healthy while traveling.
- Provides international work possibilities information.
- Lists visa entry requirements for all countries.
- Provides unique travel philosophy ideas and opens the traveler's mind to unselfish travel.
- Plans some partying for less serious travelers.
- Gives practical advice: budgeting, where NOT to travel, best accommodations, etc.
- Lets the reader in on little known but must-see sights and destinations.
- Leaves a young reader inspired to pack and go!
Guide Review - Travel Guidebook World Stompers, a Global Travel Manifesto
"World Stompers" makes clear that the world is waiting for you and and shows you how to get there. Meant for young people, the book encourages taking responsibility for one's self and learning to interact with people in other cultures in a non "ugly American" way. The book also provides practical advice on matters like handling money, health and safety tips, current crucial addresses and phone numbers and much more. This guide is very much about budget travel; the message is that lack of lira shouldn't stop young people from exploring their world and learning how they can make a positive personal impact on the lives of others they meet along the way.
A word of caution: this book is often called "subversive" partly because Olsen believes young travelers should involve themselves in the local wildlife - and I'm not referring to flora and fauna. Many student travelers do party and he makes no bones about it.
If you're looking for provocative but practical travel reading, this is it.
