Hi! I’m Francesca, a native Californian and history teacher who loves to travel. I’ve been to 71 countries across 7 continents and all 50 United States.
This blog focuses on California, the PNW, National Parks, and visiting foreign and bucket list locations on a budget. Follow along as I use the world as my classroom.
Austin, the vibrant capital of Texas, is a foodie’s paradise and a historian’s dream. Two days in Austin is the perfect amount of time to
Arizona is a popular place to visit many months out of the year. This post covers some of the best places to visit in Arizona
When thinking about which destination to travel to, Sri Lanka may not be the first option that pops into people’s minds. However, visiting Sri Lanka
December is a huge travel month for teachers and families alike. With a few weeks off, there are many options that are some of the
Valletta is one of the best places to visit in Malta and a popular cruise ship destination. If you only have one day in Valletta, these are some of the best things to do.
When visiting Fiji, people often think of dreamy white sand beaches and pristine blue water. Many people miss out on the opportunity to see the
The Maldives can be super expensive, so I decided to try and get to the Maldives by using my credit card points. Here is how we got to the Maldives on points.
Rancho Cucamonga is located between Los Angeles and Palm Springs. There are a ton of fun things to to in this once wine-producing region.
Hi! I’m Francesca, a native Californian and history teacher who loves to travel. I’ve been to 71 countries across 7 continents and all 50 United States.