It's the nerd trip of a lifetime!

Josette Mendoza Start Date: Jul 16, 2016 - End Date: Apr 15, 2017
  • London, United Kingdom
  • Bath, United Kingdom
  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Inverness, United Kingdom
  • Dublin, Ireland

My Travel Story

by: Josette Mendoza Start Date: Jul 16, 2016 - End Date: Apr 15, 2017
Hi everyone! My name is Josette but my friends and family call me Joey. I am a single mom, identical twin, history lover and HUGE Harry Potter nerd who has been bitten by the travel bug in a big way. I've had the opportunity to travel around the U.S. a little bit during my life visiting family but I've never had the opportunity to travel abroad and I think it's finally time to do it!
I will be dragging my very wonderful and willing boyfriend Jason along with me for the ride, and I know he will be a great travel companion. He's friendly as all get-out and patient beyond belief. As history buffs we have both wanted to visit Scotland, Ireland and England and I can't believe we are actually planning this trip!
Beyond being interested in history, I've chosen the UK as the destination for this trip for two reasons: #1 is my anscestry. My grandfather spent over thirty years researching our genealogy and I grew up knowing all about the Ross clan from Inverness, Scotland. So of course, that's one of my first stops! And seriously, who doesn't love a strong Scottish brogue??
#2 is the history and the Harry Potter! I want to explore these great countries, soak up the rich history these cities and towns have to offer, and squeeze in a little Muggle-sightseeing along the way.
This trip is all about discovery! I want to drink coffee in a streetside cafe, talk to the locals, explore the naural beauty and history of these countries, see the sights off the beaten path, visit magical places and have a great adventure.
This won't be an expensive guided tour, where someone tells us where to be every day. I want to plan this all on our own :)
It's about living life, valuing experiences over possessions, and getting out into this world! I'm reaching out to friends and family who have traveled for tips and tricks on how to make the most of my time and welcome any and all info you would like to share. Jason and I are both extroverts and look forward to engaging the locals in good conversation along the way :)
I appreciate all of you taking the time to read my story and consider helping my dream trip become a reality. All donations are deeply and humbly appreciated.....and a share on FB would be awesome! I plan to keep everyone updated on our planning and progress with frequent updates to this campaign and regular FB posts. Thank you all!
  • London, United Kingdom
  • Bath, United Kingdom
  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Inverness, United Kingdom
  • Dublin, Ireland