E-books have obvious advantages for travelers, as one can carry many of them on a single device such as a tablet or a smartphone. However, conventional, paper-based travel guides, still have their place. In particular, I like to be able to read as my airplane is taxying to the takeoff position and before the “you can use your electronic devices” announcement is made. Having said this, for my new destinations, I prefer electronic versions of travel books.
For my current trip to Shanghai, I am bringing a hard copy that already travelled with me to China three years ago.
