Category Travel Guides

Voyages on Paper: Unfolding the World Through Travel Guides

Welcome to “Voyages on Paper,” a specialised blog category dedicated to the wanderlust-infused pages of travel guides. Here, at The Time Traveller’s Guild, we understand that the journey begins long before the physical departure; it starts with the turn of a page. This category is crafted for those who dream of distant lands, cultural immersions, and exploratory escapades, offering a curated collection of articles that delve into the heart of travel through the unique perspective of guidebooks.

Bradshaw’s Guide vs. Google Maps: Planning a Journey Then and Now 🚂📍

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In the Victorian era, if you needed to plan a railway journey, you would reach for Bradshaw’s Railway Guide—the ultimate travel companion for navigating Britain’s extensive rail network. Today, Google Maps and modern rail apps have replaced printed timetables, offering…