Peanut Butter and Passports: Driving Apes, Skivvy Skydivers And Travel Tales From Around The World

by Tom Gose, Lisa Wasmer (Editor), Dave Lauer (Editor)

Tom Gose brings readers along on his travels to various places around the world. Starting with a trip to Hawaii, he also recounts trips to Peru, Bolivia, Cuba, Canada, New Zealand and Ireland smoothly weaving his comedic narrative on practically every aspect of traveling. Peanut Butter and Passports describes solo traveling adventures, skydiving and paragliding, road trips, boat rides, hikes, the wonder (and mishaps) of scuba diving, traveling on Bolivia's Death Road visiting Machu Picchu and many hilarious anecdotes and bits of observational humor to make the read a fast, pleasant and enjoyable one.If you have not yet stood on the ocean floor, driven switchback roads or jumped out of an airplane you will feel like you have by reading this self-deprecating and humor-filled account of those very things and more.The book it is like to run off of a cliff? The numerous downsides to the front wheel of your bike falling off while cruising downhill.The awesome spectacle that is "people-watching"Why it is so difficult to avoid laughing at times when you really want to.Why drivers once saw the head of an ape behind the steering wheel of a car on the highway.The spectacular aspects of each location are highlighted with 16 full color photographs and Tom Gose dives into the absurdities involved with traveling and all of the truly entertaining views of people he met and saw along the way. The stories of his travels are melded with entertaining life experiences that impacted his decision-making process throughout the adventures.The book balances “laugh-out-loud” humor with respectful views of other cultures and explains why traveling is so important to developing a well-rounded view of the world and the people you share it with.

Genres: Nonfiction, Travel

296 pages, Paperback

First published March 12, 2018

Reviews

[Kristin Roberts]

Authentic Travel Stories

Fun, light read!! The author captures an average American’s authentic perspective of his travels around the world in a light-hearted, fun, and captivating way! He makes these travels, and the cultural adjustments and fears that come along with it, seem attainable for anyone despite their travel history and abilities. I’ve never been to most of the places described, but his experiences came alive through his knack for storytelling and were relatable no matter where you’ve been! Wish there was a way to follow along with his future adventures (and mishaps!)! Sequel or blog updates perhaps?!?

[Lacey Miller]

Peanut Butter and Passports is a refreshingly funny take on travel. I found myself laughing out loud as my travel bucket list grew and grew. I even found myself stopping and reading passages out loud to my husband and we would laugh together. The authors view of other travelers mixed with stories of his past are perfect examples of what we are all thinking, but are too embarrassed to say aloud. I would reccomend this book to anyone who love traveling, would love to travel more, or just loves reading tales from an excellent story teller. 5 stars all the way!

[Kathleen Quinton]

Oh my goodness, I have not smiled this much reading a book in years! The author's stories are fascinating as he shares his travel experiences with a depth that helps you to visualize the sites he has seen and experienced. I felt as though I was journeying through Peru and his Hawaii experiences reminded me just how beautiful Mauii is. If you like to travel and learn about new countries and sites this book is for you. Expect to laugh along the way - it is seriously that fun. I hope that you will enjoy this book as much as I did!

[Alicia Scarborough]

This book had me in stitches as I read about each excursion and the near or actual mishaps that happened. The narrator had good humor and it appeared that nothing could get him down. I now know what Slap Happy means and I too suffer from the occasional case of Slap Happy. If you want to laugh your funny bone off then definitely pick this book up. It'll wipe that frown off your face and make you Slap Happy too.

[H.R. Hobbs]

As the title suggests, this book is about food and travel. Goes’ conversational, self-deprecating style is a fun read that at times will have you laughing aloud. If you have the traveling bug, grab a coffee and notepad because you’re going to want to note some of the truly inspiring places this book takes you to.

[Stephanie]

Fantastic Read!

Tom does a great job of weaving hilarious stories with intimate knowledge of some out-of-the-way places which serves as a wonderful guide to international travel. This is a must read for anyone who enjoys vacationing or has a fondness for comedic relief.

[Tracy]

Amusing travelogue

This isn't my usual genre of books but that said, I really enjoyed this book. The stories the author shared were both enlightening and amusing. This book has made me want to do some traveling!

[Kickingbird76]

A laugh out loud read that kept me smiling and turning the page. From one of the best story tellers I’ve ever met, Gose didn’t disappoint in his novel. It was a light, refreshing read. Funny first hand stories from around the globe that everyone will enjoy!

[Lindsey]

This was my first travel book to read and I really enjoyed it. As I read I was finding myself giggling at Gose’s mishaps and travel stories. I have even added some of his travel destinations to my own bucket list.

[Susan LeJeune]

When you simply need to laugh...

Coach Tom Gose has a way with words. He pulls you into the story - and makes you want to experience things like being so cold you drive with a gorilla mask on your face - and other assorted adventures! Can you imagine the looks? Or the stories waiting to be told - and laughed about.

When I need a laugh, this is now my go to book! Join me. You may dissolve in stitches!

[Tom Kyle]

The Great Escape

If you enjoy witty humor and learning a few new things about making travel fun, you will definitely enjoy this well written engaging book.

[Anna Payne]

A fun read

Entertaining, uproariously funny, this book is a no-no on a quiet flight. It kept my interest and made me laugh out loud.

[Joyce A. Wendeln]

Go To The Fun Place

And if you are Tom and Mark they are all fun places. But it is kind of like traveling with Oscar and Felix of the Odd Couple, which only makes it more fun.

[Carrie Allen]

This gave me some new ideas for places I'd like to travel to someday :)

[Kevin]

Funny and quick read. I travel a lot so this was a great airplane-read where. I can relax after a long day on the flight and get a few laughs. It is not a serious book and does become a bit repetitive. That said, it is a good light read for some humor.

[Stephanie]

Great storytelling about destinations many of us only dream about. Fabulous humor...I was laughing so hard that I was crying before chapter one. Great information which I will use as I plan my next trips and adventures.