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Niagara Falls on a Budget

March 30, 2026

I took a midweek summer trip to Niagara Falls during high season, crossing between the U.S. and Canada while balancing budget choices with a few well-timed splurges. Here’s how the trip came together—and what it really cost.

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Dear Jane Travel: The Best of 2025

January 12, 2026

A realistic look back at 2025: limited personal travel, work trips, growing blog traffic, small wins in partnerships, and unfinished goals. This end-of-year reflection breaks down what worked, what didn’t, and one clear priority for 2026.

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Traveling to Cuba

September 30, 2025

Planning your first trip to Cuba? In this story, I share my own first visit—exploring Havana, reconnecting with family roots, and discovering the country’s culture and history.

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Niagara Falls Through Cuban Eyes

August 31, 2025

Exploring Niagara Falls reveals more than rushing water—echoes of Cuban roots, lost poetry, and family history surface in surprising ways.

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Exploring Nairn

August 4, 2025

A solo day trip from Inverness to Nairn, a Victorian seaside town in northern Scotland, including tips on getting there, a walk to Culbin Forest, and reflections on local dog folklore.

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An Edinburgh Festival Fringe Itinerary

May 16, 2025

Explore Edinburgh during Fringe season, discover hidden gems in Inverness, and wander the beaches of Nairn — all by public transport! Follow along for tips, food stops, and must-see sights to help you plan a seamless Scottish adventure.

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Scotland: High Season Budget

May 2, 2025

Traveling to Scotland during high season doesn’t have to break the bank. I spent a week exploring Edinburgh and the Festival Fringe on a tight budget—here’s exactly what I spent and learned.

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Clootie Wells, Spiritual Portals, and the Forgotten Wells of Scotland

March 8, 2025

Scattered across Scotland, ancient wells hold forgotten stories of healing, curses, and lost spiritual power. From mystical Clootie Wells to a nameless spring on the River Ness, explore the folklore and history behind these sacred sites—and what happens when their magic fades. Read the full story now!

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Whispers by the River Ness

February 10, 2025

Explore the haunting beauty of Inverness’s River Ness islands: silent crows, glowing moss, and echoes of laughter from nowhere.

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Dear Jane Travel’s 2024

December 31, 2024

Dear Jane Travel got a glow-up in 2024! While most goals didn’t go as planned, I explored Cuba, Scotland, and family history. With a fresh look and lessons learned, I’m excited to keep writing and travel more in 2025, starting with an adventure to Thailand, Singapore, and Indonesia.

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