“Tourists don’t know where they’ve been, travelers don’t know where they’re going. Travel is glamorous only in retrospect.” - this is such a great quote! And the one about putting your life in the hands of people you've just met on the road. So true!
I've heard of Dark Star Safari but never read it. I am a HUGE fan of quotes-of any kind! My favorite of Theroux's that you mention was "I cannot make my days longer, I strive to make them better."
“Tourists don’t know where they’ve been, travelers don’t know where they’re going. Travel is glamorous only in retrospect.” - this is such a great quote! And the one about putting your life in the hands of people you've just met on the road. So true!
He's got so many fun quotes. I'm glad some resonated with you Claire!
I've heard of Dark Star Safari but never read it. I am a HUGE fan of quotes-of any kind! My favorite of Theroux's that you mention was "I cannot make my days longer, I strive to make them better."
Dark Star Safari is a dense read but it's very inspiring. Thanks for the comment, Marlo!