Hi! I’m Francesca, a native Californian and history teacher who loves to travel. I’ve been to 86 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.
Spend two days in Ljubljana exploring historic bridges, Ljubljana Castle, charming Old Town streets, fascinating museums, and delicious Slovenian cuisine.
Discover the best day trips from London, from historic university cities and castles to seaside escapes, scenic countryside, and the Harry Potter Studio Tour.
Spend one day in Luxembourg exploring historic sites, underground tunnels, scenic viewpoints, charming streets, and delicious food with this easy itinerary.
Spend two days in London exploring iconic landmarks, world-class museums, historic sites, great food, and unforgettable views with this itinerary.
When visiting Jordan, a stop at the Dead Sea should be on everyone’s list. The following are some pro tips for visiting the Dead Sea.
This one week Egypt itinerary will feature all the main sites you cannot miss in Egypt, but it will definitely leave you wanting to explore more of the country.
Amman is the largest city in Jordan. One day in Amman will take you to some of the historical sites and to several awesome places to eat.
Wine tasting in Santa Maria, a lesser known California wine region, is the perfect weekend getaway and a great stop along a California road trip.