Discover thoughtfully crafted travel guides, planning tools, and curated resources designed to make exploring the world easier, richer, and more meaningful. Created by travel advisor and former educator Gina Arefi, these collections help you travel with confidence, purpose, and a deeper sense of connection.
Penelope’s Adventures is a brand-new children’s travel series that brings the world to life through the curious eyes of one very determined dog. Each book follows Penelope as she explores a new destination, discovering culture, history, food, and fun along the way. Created for curious kids and families who love to learn, Penelope’s Adventures introduces readers to destinations around the world through vibrant storytelling and kid-friendly cultural insights. These books make geography fun, spark global curiosity, and inspire a lifelong love of travel. Book 1 is available now!
Thoughtfully crafted guides that spotlight culture, style, and unforgettable moments. Explore curated recommendations and handpicked experiences to inspire your next exceptional journey.
Quick, spark-your-wanderlust inspiration. These bite-sized guides reveal the top reasons each destination belongs on your travel list—fast, fun, and easy to explore.
Helpful checklists and planning essentials designed to make every trip easier. These guides simplify the details so you can focus on enjoying the adventure.
Gina Arefi is a travel advisor and educator who has always believed in the power of curiosity, connection, and seeing the world with intention. After years of inspiring young learners in the classroom, she now helps travelers of all ages experience destinations in a way that feels meaningful and deeply personal.
Through her boutique agency, Gina Arefi Travel, Gina blends her educator’s heart with her expertise in global destinations to create beautifully planned trips, thoughtful travel guides, and resources that make exploring the world easier and more enriching. Her work centers on helping travelers go beyond the obvious—discovering authentic experiences, cultural depth, and moments that stay with you long after the trip ends.
Gina is also the creator of Penelope’s Adventures, a children’s travel-themed book series inspired by her love of teaching and her belief that global curiosity should start young. Each story follows Penelope, a sweet and adventurous pup, as she explores new parts of the world and introduces children to geography, culture, and the joy of discovery.
