The Voluntourist: A Six-Country Tale of Love, Loss, Fatherhood, Fate, and Singing Bon Jovi in Bethlehem
“One of the best-written travel memoirs...this book spins a compelling yarn, linking six varied experiences into a cohesive narrative. Recommended for anyone who has been, or is interested in becoming, a ‘voluntourist.’ ” (Library Journal)“Readers of this unique travel memoir will undoubtedly be inspired to take a voluntour of their own, and the author includes helpful tips on how to do just that.” (Booklist)“A solid introduction to the world of volunteer tourism and a pleasant diversion for those who don’t mind a wandering road.” (Kirkus Reviews)“In his sincere and subtly written memoir, Budd gracefully--and often humorously--records how he changes ‘emotionally, physically, spiritually’ as he travels to work with ‘people with real problems and different perspectives.’” (Publishers Weekly)“Heart-warming...tempered with exactly the right amount of acerbic wit...Unless you’re comfortable laughing loudly in publis, you don’t want to read this on your daily commute.” (Vertge Magazine)“For those of you who haven’t read Ken’s book yet, get your copy NOW! It’s really that good.” (Jae-Ha Kim, syndicated travel columnist, Chicago Tribune)“Funny, touching, insightful and compelling.” (The U.S. Center for Citizen Diplomacy)“Lively...Entertaining...The author’s intelligence and autobiographical honesty engage the reader...Budd is a skilled writer with a good ear for dialogue.” (PerceptiveTravel.com)