Your Resort Reading List: 5 Books to Bring on Vacation

Sit back, grab your sunglasses, and relax. Here are 5 great resort reads that you won’t be able to put down!

One of the best things about going on vacation is the opportunity to read. Nothing beats the feeling of having nothing to do, nowhere to be, no real responsibilities, just lounging in the sunshine and losing yourself in a good book (preferably with a tropical drink in hand).

Whether you’re planning a fun family vacation or escaping to a tropical destination with your significant other, make sure to pack one (or a few!) of these amazing resort reads.

1. People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry

One of the most recommended books in the last two years, People We Meet on Vacation is a resort reading list staple. The book follows the story of Poppy and Alex, best friends from college who have traveled together every summer for the past decade. But when a rift in the friendship causes the two to stop talking for several years, Poppy is determined to finally set things right. She invites Alex on one last trip together, and the pair embark on a new adventure filled with lust, lies, and loss. A dazzling, easy-to-read novel, People We Meet on Vacation will leave you with a warm, hazy afterglow usually reserved for the best vacations.

2. Last Summer at the Golden Hotel by Elyssa Friedland

The perfect read if you’re enjoying some resort time of your own, Last Summer at the Golden Hotel is set at a glamorous resort in the Catskills. For more than 60 years, the Goldman and Weingold families—best friends and business partners—have owned and operated the iconic Golden Hotel. But as the facilities and management begin to fall apart, tempting offers to sell force the families to make a heart-wrenching decision. Can they save their beloved resort before it's too late? A Good Morning America Buzz Pick and a Best Summer Read from PopSugar, Last Summer at the Golden Hotel is a fast-paced, hilarious, nostalgia-filled story that transports you to a bygone era.

3. The Catch Me If You Can by Jessica Nabongo

A book to feed your wanderlust, The Catch Me If You Can: One Woman’s Journey to Every Country in the World introduces readers to bucket-list-worthy places and the people who live there. Celebrated traveler and photographer Jessica Nabongo—the first Black woman on record to visit all 195 countries in the world—chronicles her epic adventures around the globe. She shares fascinating stories, beautiful photographs, and her travel-musts. An inspiring travelogue, Nabongo’s memoir will have you planning your next vacation before your current one is even over.

4. The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid

A New York Times Bestseller with over 2 million copies sold, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo tops nearly every list of can’t-miss reads for 2023. The story of an aging and reclusive Hollywood movie icon, Evelyn Hugo, the book reflects on her relentless rise to the top, the risks she took, the loves she lost, and the secrets she could never tell—until now. Masterfully written and profoundly unforgettable, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo will have you hooked from the first chapter to the final revelation. Be careful! You may skip vacation activities to finish this book.

5. The Disney Story by Aaron H. Goldberg

This recommendation is a must-read for anyone visiting Walt Disney World® Resort. The Disney Story: Chronicling the Man, the Mouse and the Parks is a decade-by-decade tell-all that relives Disney’s most memorable moments. Beginning in the 1920s with Mickey Mouse’s debut and concluding in 2016 with the opening of Shanghai Disney, the book explores the incredible legacy of Walt Disney, The Walt Disney Company, and the Theme Parks. 

The perfect accessory for your Orlando vacation, The Disney Story is more than a history book. You will learn fun facts about the theme parks, movies, and Walt himself. There are numerous interesting and lesser-known stories that will expand your Disney knowledge and give you a fresh perspective as you explore the most magical place on earth.

Dreaming of a sun-filled getaway?

A chaise lounge, sparkling pool and refreshing drink is waiting for you at Caribe Royale Orlando! All you need is a good book. 

A stunning, quintessential Florida resort, Caribe Royale Orlando feels like you’ve arrived at a tropical oasis nestled amongst the excitement of Orlando. With a sprawling pool, 75-foot waterslide, tennis and basketball courts, catch-and-release fishing, seven on-site dining options, and spacious, newly reimagined suites and villas, Caribe Royale Orlando is the perfect combination of breezy fun, delicious dining, and relaxation. Plus, when you stay at Caribe Royale Orlando—a Walt Disney World Good Neighbor® Hotel—shuttle transportation to all four Disney Theme Parks and an evening shuttle to Disney Springs® is included in your stay.

Paradise is calling. Book your escape to Caribe Royale Orlando here.