Traveling with a Bestselling Author
A book makes a perfect travel companion, and who doesn’t enjoy a good book or the thrill of travel? Tour With Absolutely has established strong relationships with best-selling authors who are delighted to travel with tour participants. And, of course, participants are more than happy to spend time with a celebrity. The stunning backdrop of France and Italy – two of the world’s most desirable destinations – render the overall experience all the more enthralling.
Why join a small group tour with a bestselling author?
Traveling with a celebrity adds a touch of glamour to an already rich cultural experience and our tours are carefully curated with the author to ensure no day is ever the same. Even if you’re not familiar with the author’s works, the days will be filled with memorable experiences such as exploring historical sites, participating in culinary workshops and wine tastings, browsing the markets for local crafts and even being a source of inspiration for the author’s next novel.
Thanks to the convivial atmosphere of a small group, new and lasting friendships are often formed. Aspiring writers gain invaluable insight from the author on writing and publishing a book. It’s said there’s a book inside all of us – so maybe you’ll discover your hidden talent! Additional perks may include personalized gifts, exclusive recipes…
Why authors like to travel with our tour participants
It’s a win-win situation – authors are equally enthusiastic about traveling with readers. As well as building readership and social media presence, they gain valuable feedback and inspiration from the different personalities encountered, interesting destinations and unique cultures. Authors on our tours tell us how much they enjoy the travel experience. Here’s what they say:
New York Times bestselling author Steena Holmes: ‘I love to create personable experiences with my readers and build lasting relationships with them’ Not only do they help me create characters for upcoming books, but sometimes they become a character themselves (with some changes and their permission – of course!) /
Read here why Steena likes to travel with our tour guests
Jules Larimore, literary-leaning historical fiction author: I value a personal relationship with my readers…It gives me a chance to learn how reading my novels has enhanced their travel. They help me to create characters, or character reactions
Read here why Jules likes to travel with our tour guests
Louise Scott Travel Blogger and Photographer: I love sharing my passion for France with people who are keen to see this beautiful country through my eyes. There is so much to appreciate: the language, the culture, some magnificent as well as humble architecture, stunning landscapes, wonderful restaurants, many exciting activities and, of course, some great shopping!
Read here why Louise likes to travel with our tour guests
Cheryl Jamison, celebrity chef and cookbook author: I’ve been fortunate to travel to these destinations in France and Italy on many occasions on my own. I feel they’re some of the most beautiful, charming, and sensuous destinations in the world. Of course, they also have extraordinary flavors! I love sharing these exceptional destinations with readers and other guests. I love to see their pleasure and sense of discovery as a part of these insiders’ culinary tours.
Read here why Cheryl likes to travel with our tour guests
Toby Neal, USA Today best-selling author: I love getting to know readers and sharing sources of inspiration with them. I want our trips to be amazing and memorable for those who travel with me; a once-in-a-lifetime experience for us to savor for years to come.
Read here why Toby likes to travel with our tour guests
Janine Marsh, Award-Wining author, editor and travel writer: I love to share the places that I’ve discovered, some not so easy to access, you need a little black book of contacts, knowhow and insider knowledge – and that’s what I’m so looking forward to sharing with those who are joining my Perfect Paris Tours in 2025. You’ll meet some of my friends, a famous French comedian (…), a fabulous photographer (…) and many more.
Read here why Janine likes to travel with our tour guests
If you would like to join a best-selling author on one of our popular trips, click here to discover our 2025 tour collection.
If you are an author and would like us to design a tour for you to travel with your audience, we’ll make it happen.
If you would like to travel with a best-selling author, click here to discover our 2025 tour collection.
If you are an author and would like us to design a tour for you to travel with your audience, we’ll make it happen.
Contact: emma@tourwithabsolutely.com
