For avid readers with wanderlust, a new travel service called Novel Travels is bridging the gap between the pages of beloved books and the real-world settings they depict. Founded by Corinne Levine, a travel expert and book enthusiast from Boca Raton, Novel Travels creates unique, literary-themed travel itineraries.
Levine, inspired by her own experiences being transported to incredible locales through her favorite books, saw an opportunity to share that magic with others. “As a luxury Travel Advisor and avid reader, I often found myself transported to incredible locales through the pages of my favorite books. This blend of vivid storytelling and wanderlust sparked the idea to create Novel Travels, where I could help others experience the magic of stepping into the scenes and actual locations of their beloved novels,” she explained.
Novel Travels offers a variety of options for book-loving travelers. They create meticulously crafted itineraries that allow travelers to immerse themselves in the settings of their favorite books. Whether it’s exploring the cobblestone alleys of a historical European novel or traversing the mystical terrains of a fantasy series in Nepal, Novel Travels transforms literary fantasies into tangible adventures.
The company also offers curated group trips, often hosted by the author themselves, and custom itineraries for those who prefer a more individual experience. Levine is currently working with authors like Fiona Davis (whose books are set in iconic NYC buildings), Jo Piazza (author of “The Sicilian Inheritance” set in Sicily) and Barbara Linn Probst (who wrote “The Color of Water,” set in Iceland) to create immersive travel experiences.
“Right now I am working with authors Fiona Davis who has written books all set in iconic NYC buildings, Jo Piazza who wrote “The Sicilian Inheritance” that takes place in Sicily and Barbara Linn Probst who wrote “The Color of Water,” set in Iceland. Itineraries are being finalized for all three right now and interested parties can learn more at the website,” said Corinne.
Novel Travels goes beyond simply recreating scenes from books, aiming to create a deeper connection to the stories and their settings. “By focusing on the individual’s specific literary interests, we create a deeply personal and meaningful travel experience that brings their favorite books to life in ways they never imagined possible,” Levine emphasized.
Leveraging her extensive global network and partnerships with Eltee Travel, a Virtuoso agency within the Global Travel Collection (GTC), Corinne manages all travel details. This includes flights, hotels, on-location tours and even meetings with authors when suitable. Novel Travels provides an opportunity for book lovers to experience their favorite stories in a whole new way, bringing the pages to life through personalized and immersive travel experiences.
