Hi! I’m Francesca, a native Californian and history teacher who loves to travel. I’ve been to 80 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.
Ireland is a spectacular country to visit and offers so many gorgeous landscapes and natural features. This 10 day Ireland itinerary focuses on the main
Plan the perfect two days in Dublin with top sights, history, travel tips, and day trips—ideal for first-time visitors exploring Ireland’s vibrant capital.
Learn how to book Ireland on Points with airline points and hotel rewards. Flights, Dublin hotels, and tips to visit Ireland using points and miles.
During three days in Krakow, discover the Wawel Castle, the somber history of Auschwitz and Plaszow, and the vibrant culture of the Jewish quarter.
There are many spectacular day trips to take from Vienna that you can add to your visit.
There are a ton of awesome hikes to take during one day at Devil’s Postpile National Monument and it is a fun addition to a Central California trip.
Full of hiking, outdoor wonders, and Native American sacred sites, you can easily spend 7 days in New Mexico. One Week in New Mexico is the perfect amount of time.
Tuscany is part of the central region in Italy. In the past, it was known as a major center of the Renaissance. Present day, it