Sometimes in life you’re onto a really good thing if you can successfully combine two of your favourite things. Think chocolate and peanut butter or the internet and cats. In this case it’s travel and books. These are the top 5 travel destinations for book lovers.

The Hobbit Motel – New Zealand

If you’re crazy about the Lord of the Rings then you don’t want to miss a chance to live like a Hobbit in your very own underground Hobbit cabin. Set on a working farm, the motel is made from a combination of natural and recycled materials. The underground Hobbit cabins are made from natural timbers and natural materials for the curtains. And if you’re worried about the bed, don’t be, all the beds are ‘regular’ size so you don’t have to worry about hitting your head or your legs hanging off the end.

Shakespeare and Company Bookshop – Paris

Whether you’re a big fan of Shakespeare or not (who isn’t?) if you’re a book lover then you won’t want to miss out on visiting the Shakespeare and Company bookshop in Paris, France. The bookshop is extravagantly cosy and quirky and has English-language books (not just French). It’s only 3 minutes away from the Notre-Dame Cathedral too, so if you’re planning a trip to the French capital anyway then there’s no reason to miss it.

Hay-on-Wye – United Kingdom

Every book lover needs to visit the charming little town of Hay-on-Wye at least once in their lifetime. As the most famous book town in the world it has only 1,500 inhabitants and has as many as 24 bookshops. Each and every bookshop in town is well worth a visit but you definitely cannot miss the open-air bookshop in the Hay Castle. Try to visit during the Hay Festival of Literature & Arts which is held between May and June every year. Hay-on-Wye is on the Welsh-English border, just a little over 3 hours drive from London or 1.5 hours away from Bristol.

The One Room Reading Cabin – New York

All book lovers know that nothing is better than snuggling up with a good book. And the architects at Studio Padron are certainly book lovers themselves. They created a one room reading nook in upstate New York. The little tiny wood cabin library in snuggled in the middle of the woods and features walls lined with books, a cosy bed and chairs and a little fire place to keep warm. Nothing could be better.

Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter – London

Of course we can’t make a list of the top places to travel to for book lovers without including the Warner Bros. Studio Tour of The Making of Harry Potter in London. Get up close with the movie sets, costumes and props used in all the Harry Potter films. You’ll even be able to step inside some of the famous locations including the Great Hall, Dumbledore’s office, Hagrid’s Hut, the boys’ dormitory, the potion’s classroom and Professor Umbridge’s office at the Ministry of Magic.

You are on holiday surrounded by spectacular natural beauty and unique cultural and historic buildings. Much of this stunning scenery can lose its impact seen from the ground only, and some of it may be awkward and time consuming to reach overland. The solution to this suddenly comes to you, you could see so much more in a more time efficient way from the air. A helicopter tour seems to meet your needs. But, before you rush off and book one, here are some points you would be wise to consider.

Is It Beyond Your Budget? Maybe not

• Helicopter rides can cost a significant amount of money, and booking one for just you and your party could be way over your budget. Look into local providers and get in touch with them in advance to get better deals.

• Try to make up a group to spread the cost out a bit more. You may be on a cruise, or staying at a hotel or resort. See if other passengers or guests are interested in sightseeing by air. You could all save in the end.

Is Motion Sickness A Problem?

• The movement of a helicopter differs greatly from other forms of transport. It has been described as like mounting a camel on a zip line in a gale. Some people do experience motion sickness on a helicopter. You know if you’re prone to it, so make sure you take the appropriate medication.

• It is generally agreed that, because helicopter move by pushing air down, turbulence is not a problem on them.

Check the Weather Forecast

• Poor weather conditions could mean your tour is postponed. It could also limit your opportunities to take photographs. You’d be well advised to look at local weather reports to prevent being disappointed.

• Climate could also be a factor in what you should wear during the trip. Talk to the tour provider as you don’t want this airborne experience to be marred by chattering teeth and a runny nose.

Don’t Miss Out on Exclusive Locations

• It may be that there is a dazzling, but remote and isolated sight near your holiday location. This is suddenly a lot more easily seen – and from stunning angles- if included in a helicopter tour. It is a sad fact that a lot of visitors to Egypt have gone as far south as Aswan, but declined to visit the awe inspiring nearby Temple of Abu Simbel because of the long bus or taxi ride it takes. A helicopter tour solves this problem.

• Don’t feel limited to the sights a tour offers. A little negotiation can make your tour take in all the sights you want.

Ensure The Helicopter Tour You Take Is A Memorable Experience

Your friends will be intrigued, and not a little envious of the photos you take on your helicopter tour. Some advance planning and consideration of the factors above will mean that the experience remains ion your memory in even more vibrant colours than your camera could capture.