Life is a Trip: The Transformative Magic of Travel [Paperback]

Judie Fein (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2010

A guide to show how cultural travel will change how you see the world.

Editorial Reviews

Review

One famous travel writer, Bruce Chatwin, one asked another, Paul Theroux, what he thought about his work. As recounted in Theroux’s collection of travel pieces, Fresh Air Fiend, Theroux’s major complaint was that Chatwin “never explained the difficulties and in-betweens of travel—where he slept, what he ate, what kind of shoes he wore.” In LIFE IS A TRIP: The Transformative Magic of Travel, Santa-Fe based travel writer Judith Fein describes many such in-betweens. For her, the most mundane moments are often turning points, when a trip can turn into a catharsis, where plans are thrown out and intuition takes over. Fein loves to take herself off the beaten path and then wait to see what happens. Her collection of essays is not so much about an intrepid traveler as a spiritual searcher, someone willing to travel to the ends of the Earth to find answers.

Michael Wade Simpson, The New Mexican

Life is a Trip, Judith Fein's globetrotting adventures remind us that we travel to be changed, in big ways and small. This book is immensely readable, steeped in a spirit of connecting with place, with each other, and with our inner selves."

--Keith Bellows, Editor-in-Chief, National Geographic Travel

From irreverence, reverence. That's the magic of Judith Fein's writing. Her unconventional view of the world and her grand sense of curiosity open doors to new adventures and understanding. allowing us to look deeply in the differences that keep the word fascinating and the similarities that keep us unified. "Life is a Trip is a journal of the heart, soul and mind and we are much the better for it."

Catharine M. Hamm, travel editor, Los Angeles Times.

Delightful, vulnerable and at times painful are the scenes revealed in this fantastic volume. She catches the tender details of human interactions and pursuit of spirituality with a theme replete with grace for the subjects. Her writing inspires trust and those who want both heart and mind inspired will not be left wanting. A wonderful read."

Shannon Stowell, President, Adventure Travel Trade Association

About the Author

Judith Fein is an award-winning international travel journalist who lives to leave. She resided for more than then years in North Africa and Europe, where she ran an experimental theatre company and was an actor and director. She is an alumna of the Sundance Institute and worked as a film and television writer in Hollywood for twelve years.

Product Details

• Paperback: 120 pages
• Publisher: Spirituality & Health Publisher (August 1, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0981870880
• ISBN-13: 978-0981870885
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
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More About the Author

Judith Fein was born with a pen in her mouth. She's been publishing since the age of 6. Judith lived in Europe and North Africa for 9 years, where she wrote plays and ran a theatre company. She was a successful Hollywood screenwriter, playwright and speaker, and, for the past decade, she has been an award-winning travel journalist and editor whose work has appeared in more than 100 international publications. She occasionally takes people on exotic trips with her, gives inspirational talks, leads workshops, makes films and teaches travel writing (with her husband Paul Ross, who teaches travel photography). Judith is the editor and co-founder of www.YourLifeisaTrip.com, an award-garnering group travel blog with more than 90 contributors. Her website is www.GlobalAdventure.us and it lists all her outlets and blogs. Judith is a travel addict, and her blogs and articles are full of the humor and cultural discoveries that are her trademark.

Customer Reviews

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I'm With You All The Way!, August 25, 2010

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I just finished reading Judith Fein's new book, "Life Is A Trip," and I absolutely loved every word of it! With my crazy scheudule, as a mom and businesswoman, I have almost no time to sit down and read for my own pleasure. It was so great to be able to grab this book, whenever I had a free moment, and dive into one of Ms Fein's exotically exciting tales. She's a wonderful storyteller, who opens her heart and soul to every person she meets in her travels.

And her writing is not only inspirational, it's absolutely hilarious! The situations she gets herself into, and the wild things she ends up doing as a result, had me laughing out loud from the first paragraph of her introduction. She makes us feel like we're on each journey with her, experiencing the unusual, the unique, the unheard of, the impossible. Each place she visits translates to her readers as astoundingly educational, immensely inspiring, shockingly honest, and emotionally uplifting. Each took me to places I've never been, and probably will never get the priveledge of visiting in my lifetime.

I'm sending this book to everyone I know who is in need of positive change, healing, love, inspiration, or just plain fun. The life lessons that come through Ms Fein's amazing adventures are eye-opening, mind-expanding frolics that should appeal to anyone who loves people, life, travel and just plain existance on our planet. Judith shows us how to love and appreciate everyone and everything around us. Don't miss this book. It's a delight from beginning to end, and I can't wait for her next one!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful Reading, September 15, 2010

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Let me begin by saying I don't usually read travel books. But this one is very appealing. First, it is composed of short meaningful travel stories which means you can pick it and put it down without sacrificing your reading pleasure. Each story is unique and and captures the essence of the author's unusual approach to travel. Fein is open to whatever comes her way and seeks out interesting people and experiences. She is unafraid to venture into strange and unknown territory, wherever a story can be found, and to approach individuals who can offer her wisdom, a special window into an unusual culture or some life lesson. The presentation frequently ends with a lesson learned for enhancing her life and the reader's. JM

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It's like hearing it from a friend... a slightly crazy friend!, September 11, 2010

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I simply devoured this book. Judith's stories from her travels are both touching and hilarious. Only she will find herself in situations no one could possibly expect or imagine. Also, she writes like she's talking to you directly. Her storytelling is so personable and funny, you'll feel you know exactly who Judith Fein is by the end of the book if not sooner...and she'll be your best friend. Paul Ross's photos are fantastic!

More, please!!!