Read, Relax, Repeat: 11 Books Made for Holiday Mode {2025}

On September 15, 2025November 12, 2025 By Dee ThompsonIn Guides + Inspiration, Poolside PagesLeave a comment

A round-up of 11 brilliant books to pack for your next trip (or download to your Kindle). From emotional page-turners to easy holiday listens.

Travel // 8 Must-Read Books to Pack for Your Next Trip {2024}

On November 21, 2024October 13, 2025 By Dee ThompsonIn Guides + Inspiration, Poolside Pages1 Comment

I wanted to share some books that have gripped my attention span long enough to finish them and dare I say it, also enjoyed.

Guides // 9 Books to Pack in Your Suitcase {2023}

On October 26, 2023October 13, 2025 By Dee ThompsonIn Guides + Inspiration, Poolside Pages2 Comments

I love getting recommendations and am often asked for my recommendations so compiling these lists every year of my favourites books brings me lots of joy.

Recently I've read some absolute corkers but sadly also a few duds. So I wanted to share some of my favourite recent reads with you...

Guides // 9 Books to Read from your Pool Lounger, Aeroplane Seat or the Comfort of your Sofa {2022}

On August 25, 2022October 13, 2025 By Dee ThompsonIn Guides + Inspiration, Poolside Pages3 Comments

I love to be taken to far away places and dream of places I haven't yet seen but also enjoying the familiarity of places which feel like home. Better yet to read about times and places before travel was as accessible as it is today.