Travel Mania: Stories of Wanderlust

Karen Gershowitz has traveled to over ninety countries since leaving home at seventeen. She has gained courage, risk-taking, and success, such as climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro, visiting remote areas of Indonesia, and making friends across the globe. Her story inspires armchair travelers to become explorers and emboldens everyone to be more courageous.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 13 July 2021
Publisher: She Writes Press

Karen Gershowitz embarked on an extraordinary journey from her hometown in the United States to Europe at the age of seventeen, setting out on a solo adventure that would span over ninety countries. Her unwavering passion for travel fueled her adventures, leading her to forge deep connections, experience both the joys and challenges of companionship, and undertake a transformative career shift. Along the way, she discovered the courage to take risks, pushing herself to conquer formidable obstacles such as scaling Mount Kilimanjaro, exploring remote regions of Indonesia on her own, and even becoming a proficient translator, despite her limited fluency in English.

Her unwavering determination and resilience were tested during an exhilarating elephant trek in Thailand, where she overcame her fear of falling. Moreover, her travels expanded her horizons, fostering friendships with people from diverse backgrounds, including a Japanese family who taught her the art of making sushi and a West Berliner who provided an intimate glimpse into the city shortly after the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Through her captivating story, Travel Mania serves as a testament to the transformative power of travel and the indomitable spirit of a woman who refused to let her dreams be confined by societal expectations. It encourages armchair travelers to embrace the spirit of exploration and encourages everyone to embrace the courage to pursue their passions, even in the face of uncertainty. Karen's unwavering dedication to travel is a testament to the profound impact that travel can have on one's life, offering a wealth of experiences, personal growth, and a deeper understanding of the world.

Weight: 494g
Dimension: 141 x 215 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781647421267