Active Lifestyle

Active Lifestyle’s Finalist: The Traveler’s Bookcase on West Third in WeHo. The Traveler’s Bookcase makes our list not only because of the unique array of books they have for any destination around the world, but also for the caliber of speakers they get to come visit their shop. This year alone they have procured Arianna Huffington of the Huff Post, Reza Aslan of CBS (Middle East Correspondent), a Lonely Planet Writer from Brazil and a Tuscan wine maker turned author.

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Despite how much I love city life here in L.A., there are times when it can get monotonous. I’ll be honest, I have a travel bug. After all it’s part of the balanced equation for an active lifestyle. Fortunately, I’ve discovered a new place locally that can be any traveler’s home away from home.

Walking down W. 3rd Street one day between La Cienega and Crescent Heights, my eye was caught by a gem amidst the high-end boutiques, The Traveler’s Bookcase, a travel book and accessory store.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned globetrotter planning your fourth expedition around the world, or heading out on your first road trip out of state, this shop has everything you need. You’ll find very brand of travel book from Lonely Planet to Frommer’s, a variety of maps and atlases, travel novels, and even accessories like the ever popular Lug Nap Sac, an awesome two in one pillow/blanket setup that is perfect for planes, trains, automobiles, or even a park bench (should you end up in Pamplona, Spain during the running of the bulls and can’t get a room for the night)

The shop is also a great place to meet like-minded travelers like yourself. The Bookcase also offers a quarterly flyer and book readings with drinks and food from authors from around the world. Kids funday Sunday every Sunday at 11 a.m. Kids get milk and cookies and are read books from different countries around the world. Experiences like these can be a mini-vacation when life doesn’t let you get away, and a source of inspiration while you plan and prepare for you next big adventure.

Happy Trails!

The Traveler’s Bookcase
8375 W. 3rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
323-655-0575
www.travelbooks.com

To get on the email list please email info@travelbooks.com. Better yet, check out the store from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.. everyday.

Mention ydt this week at the Traveler’s Book case and receive 10% off any purchase over $20

Tags: Arianna Huffington, CBS News, Huffington Post, Travel Book Shop, Travel the World