The genre of travel writing has often centred around the experiences of men, so it is important to highlight the captivating and empowering travel narratives penned by women. There is no shortage of women writing historical fiction, memoir and nonfiction tomes about their own experiences or those of others. For World Book Day 2025, here is Outlook Traveller's list of seven remarkable books by women writers that will change the way you look at travel and the world.
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World Book Day 2025: Check Out These 7 Travel Books Written By Women To Inspire Your Next Holiday
If you're on the go or simply want to diversify your book collection, check out these thought-provoking travel books written by women that offer readers a rich and unique perspective on the world

There is no shortage of women writing historical fiction, memoir and nonfiction tomes about their own experiences or those of others
Photo: Dragana Zivkovic/Shutterstock
There is no shortage of women writing historical fiction, memoir and nonfiction tomes about their own experiences or those of others
Photo: Dragana Zivkovic/Shutterstock

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