We recently got in a gorgeous new book called The Travel Book: A Journey Through Every Country in the World, a coffee table sized work featuring colorful photographs and brief facts about every nation on Earth.  Even if the economy is standing between you and an exotic vacation, you can always travel to your dream destination via book.

Take a peek at some of these other photo heavy travel guides…

1001 Natural Wonders You Must See Before You Die

Frommer’s 500 Places to See Before They Disappear

Unforgettable Journeys to Take Before You Die

Unforgettable Places to See Before You Die

Unforgettable Things to do Before You Die

Unforgettable Walks to Take Before You Die

And a few fun to browse books lacking in pictures…

100 Best Worldwide Vacations to Enrich Your Life

1000 Places to See Before You Die

1000 Places to See in the US and Canada Before You Die

The Big Trip: Your Ultimate Guide to Gap Years and Overseas Adventures