This book beautifully and artfully captures the all-too-human tensions and internal battles we all face. The poems are deceptively complex and brimming with sharp emotion. But despite often confronting uncomfortable topics like death and heartbreak head on, there is an unquestionable thread of hope and strength throughout the book that leaves the reader with the motivation to always go on, and to never stop exploring.

The photographs to the poetry of Len are the kind of rich content that take down the illusion of places, making them real. What I love most about this book is how openly human experience is brought to the fore and how there was tender relatable content. The book reminded me of the pleasure of being in another place and how that enriches a sense of self and the world. It’s also inspiring in the way that, it’s a lot about moving forward.

This book gives you all the feels and not just in matters concerning travel. It’s the kind of book that’s enlightening, gut-wrenching, and inspiring. Whatever you’re going through, you’ll surely find a poem you can relate to . The images combined perfectly with the poems would also move you to pack your bags and go on a trip for some soul-searching or even just a breather away from all the hustle and bustle.

Travel Anyway is a breath of fresh air! Many people are afraid to be emotionally vulnerable in their everyday lives and talk about the most important things in life. Perhaps my favorite part of the poems were the deep questions that were asked that prompted some deep self-reflection that I believe we all need from time to time. Would certainly recommend this book to everybody, particularly those who have felt challenged and changed by the joys of travel.

Allenie has a gift with words that perfectly encapsulates the different faces of love. As vivid as the photos are the different feelings and emotions, including pain, courage, breakthroughs, highs and lows, that — just like the photos — are far from black and white. Travel Anyway doesn’t just take us to the places she’s been to, but to the amazing journey as well. A must have for anyone who’s brave enough to love and keep loving anyway.