Founded in 2002 by moderator Jean Goetzke, Travel with Me has logged in thousands of virtual miles. Jean’s personal love of travel and deep knowledge of the travel genre is a perfect fit for Glenview’s many globetrotting residents.

This group of intrepid armchair travelers share thoughts, ideas, experiences, and even the occasional complaint about a book read together. Sample tasty treats from the country highlighted on the evening’s exciting itinerary. Books are available at the Reader Services Desk one month prior to discussion date.

Friday, January 13 @ 7PM
Oracle Bones: A Journey between China's Past and Present by Peter Hessler
The human side of China's transformation is explored through growing links to the Western World. Hessler captures the soul of China by introducing the reader to ordinary people, gracefully moving from the ancient world to the present.

Friday, April 13 @ 7PM
Long Way Round: Chasing Shadows Across the World by Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman
Bike fanatics, McGregor and Boorman, rode 15,000 miles from the northernmost tip of Scotland to Cape Agulhas, South Africa. In between they admired Egypt's pyramids and visited Luke Skywalker's house in Tunisia.

Friday, July 13 @ 7PM
A Cook's Tour: In Search of the Perfect Meal by Anthony Bourdain
Popular food writer, Anthony Bourdain, traveled in search of the "perfect meal." His experiences are written with humor and intelligence.

Friday, October 12 @ 7PM
The Places In Between by Rory Stewart
In 2002, just after the fall of the Taliban, Scotsman Rory Stewart walked across Afghanistan from Herat to Kabul. Surviving the harsh elements through the kindness of tribal elders, teen soldiers, Taliban commanders, and foreign-aid workers, he collects their many stories along his way.