Wonderlust: A Spiritual Travelogue for the Adventurous Soul

by Vicki Kuyper

Wonderlust contains 30 spiritual travelogues of the author’s adventurous journeys around the globe. You will experience your own personal inner pilgrimage toward a better understanding of God and yourself as you join the author on a journey of discovery—from hiking the Inca Trail to riding a dogsled across the Arctic tundra—to find God's imprint on creation. Catch a glimpse of the wonder, beauty, and mystery of God's world—and your unique place in it and in God's heart. Each chapter is a minijourney that stretches across 7 states, 15 countries, and 5 continents. A "Personal Journey" section is included for personal reflection questions and journaling space.

Genres: Travel

224 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2007

Reviews

[Leslie Kroger]

This book I won in a giveaway. It definately was not what I was thinking it would be, but it turned out to be exactly what i needed to be reading during this particular time in my life. There was a lost in my family and I was struggling in the finacial area and this book not only allowed me to travel with the author over her travels but she reminded me that God always has a plan even when we can't see why or what it is.

[Pam Clark · Rating 5 out of 5]

Vicki Kuyper artfully ties her physical journey to her spiritual journey in a series of 30 stories based on her vast travels around the world. She has an enjoyable conversational style of writing and shares her experiences with authenticity, humor and grace.

[John Lucy · Rating 2 out of 5]

Most of the spiritual lessons from this spiritual travelogue are similar in nature to one another: you can go anywhere and find strength in God and your identity in God. Certainly a much needed lesson and worth repeating. In a book, however, it gets a little stale, unless you read slowly. That would be my suggestion, to read the book slowly, so that the encouragement Kuyper offers is somewhat fresh each time.

Also a little disappointed by the nature of the book. There are points where Kuyper shares fun travel stories, made more interesting by the fascinating information about Macchu Pichu and other places, but then she only sometimes elaborates. The spiritual lessons are often disconnected from the places visited. Rather, the lessons are more connected to Kuyper's mental and physical state at the time of travel. I believe that would make a great book: noting that we often endure trials and tribulations even while seeing or experiencing great joys. However, the stories begin with the place, not her state of life; the stories and the book itself are sold as connected to the external adventures, and as such it only partially delivers.

I'd still recommend this book for anyone struggling to find their way in life, particularly those who feel like they should feel more peaceful or joyful than they do.

[Cheri · Rating 2 out of 5]

I can’t remember when I started the first few pages of this book.it has been sitting on my night stand TBR pile for several years though. It seems like the perfect book for me, but after at least two tries, I can’t make it past chapter 10. Travel and spirituality should have depth and meaning. This book is so fluffy that I mistakenly thought it was written in the 70s. I couldn’t find any meat to this journey—physical or spiritual—that had any connection to the daily life I lead.

[Judy · Rating 3 out of 5]

A bit more 'God' oriented for me, but not a bad read if I overlook the religion.

[Mona Randall · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful combinations of my favorites: God and traveling in a book. Great stories!

[Jonathan Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed the thoughts and musings but the author on her travels. Especially loved how she incorporated Scripture and the Creator into each section.

[Reagan Jackson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this book. Vicki Kuyper writes beautifully and I felt like I was traveling along with her. And what a journey! She takes you all over the world (and several decades!), revealing many important lessons she learns along the way. Each chapter exists independently, so I was able to read this book bits at a time, though it was so enjoyable I found it hard to put down. I skipped over the journal questions, and simply enjoyed reading. It will certainly leave you a bit Wonderlust!

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. I love to travel, and I loved the way the author weaved travel with the beauty and grace of God's creation. I felt an awakening and a desire to express gratitude for all the world has to offer.

[Julie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Saw this at the public library and grabbed it. Read most of it while I was on the train last April. It was an interesting concept--a devotional travel book. I'd like to write that! Travel, and then write about where I've been. Awesome!

[Melissa · Rating 2 out of 5]

Started on my trip to Peru, but it became a little too inspirational for my mood at the time, maybe next time I feel like I need to connect with God through someone else, I will read the rest if it. Potentially enlightening.

[Harmony · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really like this devotional book. Vicki is a great story-teller and it's nice to come each day before God by reading stories and relating those experiences to your own life and relationship with God. I would definitely recommend this book

[Deena Peterson · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lessons of God's truths revealed through journeys around the world.

[Lu]

30 spiritual travelouges