Hi! I’m Francesca, a native Californian and history teacher who loves to travel. I’ve been to 83 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.
Spent an extraordinary three days in Siem Reap. Discover the secrets of Angkor Wat, witness the HeroRATs in action, and indulge in authentic Cambodian cuisine.
Plan two days in Los Angeles with top sights, travel tips, and must-see spots from Hollywood to downtown, plus museums, food, and easy transit options.
Experience a magnificent one day in Brooklyn. Discover the Botanic Gardens, walk the iconic Brooklyn Bridge and indulge in wold-famous coal-fired pizza.
Experience a spectacular two day El Nido itinerary. Discover lagoons, hidden coves, and pristine beaches in Palawan’s breathtaking island paradise.
The Amazon is the world’s largest and most biodiverse tropical rainforest. It is located in nine different countries and spreads over 2,700,000 square miles. On
This post will delve into the question “Is Washington D.C. worth visiting?” answering whether you should add the capital city to your travel itinerary.
There are many of the best places to visit in California in March, as spring is the perfect time to visit California.
Philadelphia, the birthplace of the United States is a highly underrated city. There are tons of cheap things to do during two days in Philadelphia.