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Why ITF Travel
Read about what makes our approach different and get to know the team behind the programs.
Faculty-Led Travel, Done Right
At ITF, we believe that education is most powerful when it’s experienced. That’s why we specialize in faculty-led programs – custom-built around your course content, learning goals, and academic calendar. Unlike traditional study abroad programs, faculty-led tours give professors control over what’s taught and how it’s taught. Every activity, visit, and location is intentionally selected to support learning outcomes.
We provide a complete end-to-end service, managing all logistics so that faculty can stay focused on leading students and facilitating academic connections. Whether you’re exploring sustainable energy in New Zealand, economic policy in South Africa, or art history in Italy, our programs are designed to elevate academic content through global experience.
Site Visits & Field Work
Cultural Experiences
Guest Lectures & Expert Talks
Museums & Historical Institutions
Meet the Team
At ITF, our programs are built – and supported – by a small, globally experienced team committed to creating meaningful academic travel. Each member brings their own regional expertise, academic background, and love for immersive, thoughtful travel.
Francesca
Filippo
Lucia
Mia
Cameron
Francesca – Founder and Director
With a background in international education and certifications as a tour guide and travel agent, Francesca is the founder and director of ITF – International Tours by Francesca. Drawing on years of global experience, she designs faculty-led programs across Europe, Africa, Australasia, and Asia, with a focus on cultural depth and academic purpose. Her work is rooted in a passion for connecting people and place, whether through her Italian heritage or her long-standing ties to Southern Africa.
Filippo – Independent Tour Leader
Filippo is an independent travel professional with more than 20 years of experience leading educational and cultural tours throughout Sub-Saharan Africa and Europe. Through his company, Africamore, he works with ITF Travel as an independent third-party tour leader on selected programs. His extensive knowledge of the region’s history, wildlife, landscapes, and diverse cultures helps create authentic and memorable travel experiences for our clients and travelers.
Mia – Student Travel Leader
Mia has traveled to over 30 countries and brings a passion for cross-cultural connection and visual storytelling. As an on-site student leader, she supports group dynamics, communication, and safety, while capturing the spirit of the tour through her photography.
Lucia – Research Intern & Program Developer
Lucia holds a degree in Education from the University of North Carolina and supports the academic design of ITF’s custom itineraries. She assists with program research, curriculum alignment, and development of pre-departure materials, helping ensure that each tour reflects faculty goals.
Cameron – Accounts Manager
Cameron manages program budgeting, invoicing, and financial logistics for all ITF tours. With a Masters Degree in Accounting from NC State, he ensures transparency, accuracy, and smooth communication with faculty and university finance teams.
The ITF Difference
Every faculty-led program we build is personal. It’s shaped by your goals, supported by our team, and designed with care. Here are a few things that make working with ITF a little different.
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Ready to start planning your faculty-led program – or just want to learn more about how it works?
ITF Travel LLC
Carrboro, NC, United States