exploring the Mission San Juan Bautista
California, USA

Mission San Juan Bautista – On the California Mission Trail

The Mission San Juan Bautista is the largest of the 21 missions on the California Mission Trail- an incredibly beautiful and well-preserved mission which is also known as The Mission of Music. And, oh my goodness you guys- what an amazing introduction to the history of California I had, with a visit to this peaceful… Continue reading Mission San Juan Bautista – On the California Mission Trail

yellow room inside I'olani palace
Hawaii, USA

‘Iolani Palace- Visiting the Only Royal Palace in the USA, and how Hawaii became the 50th State

Did you know that one US state once had a royal family? Here's the story of 'Iolani Palace, and how Hawaii came to be the 50th state. *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small commission from purchases you make, at no cost to you. I visited 'Iolani Palace during my budget stay… Continue reading ‘Iolani Palace- Visiting the Only Royal Palace in the USA, and how Hawaii became the 50th State