World Travel by Anthony Bourdain

World Travel: An Irreverent Guide is a posthumously published travel book by Anthony Bourdain, completed by his longtime collaborator Laurie Woolever and published by Little, Brown and Company (Hachette Book Group) in 2021. Drawing on Bourdain's decades of experience eating, drinking, and exploring across the globe, the book covers dozens of destinations spanning Asia, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and beyond.

Each destination chapter features Bourdain's signature candid and opinionated commentary on where to eat, what to drink, and how to experience a place like a local. The book weaves in contributions from friends, fellow travelers, and colleagues who shared memorable meals and adventures with Bourdain, offering a multifaceted portrait of each location. Chapters include practical travel notes alongside vivid personal anecdotes, making it both a functional guide and an entertaining read.

The book is a celebration of Bourdain's philosophy that food is the ultimate connector of cultures and people. It reflects his irreverent, no-nonsense voice and his belief that the best travel experiences come from venturing off the beaten path, eating where the locals eat, and approaching every destination with curiosity and openness.