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Shikoku: Off the Beaten Path
Read more: Shikoku: Off the Beaten PathExploring Shikoku, Japan’s hidden gem, brought unexpected beauty. Navigating steep mountain roads, enjoying local fare, and strolling through serene villages made it a captivating chapter in my travels, leaving me eager to return.
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New Year, New Jane
Read more: New Year, New JaneIn 2023, spontaneous adventures filled my year—Spain, Japan, Florida, and even upstate New York. As 2024 unfolds, Dear Jane Travel dreams big: a blog glow up, affiliate partnerships, and the joy of blogging.
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Miyajima Island
Read more: Miyajima IslandJoin the adventure as Caleb and I trade city lights for the serene beauty of Miyajima Island. Discover the art of budget luxury at Jukesio Ryokan, indulge in culinary wonders despite allergies, and explore the hidden gems beyond the iconic torii gate. From a charming coin purse quest to a sacred mountain, our overnight escapade…
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Spontaneous Trip to Beppu
Read more: Spontaneous Trip to BeppuDespite a last-minute change of plans, my solo adventure led me to Beppu, the hot spring capital of Japan. From the scenic Sonic train ride to the mystical Hells of Beppu, and the unique experience of a sand bath at Takegawara Onsen, each moment was filled with cultural delights. Discover the charm of demon-themed Beppu,…
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Hiroshima: Part Two
Read more: Hiroshima: Part TwoTraveling to Hiroshima to explore it’s history through the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, and personal reflection into family history.
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Visiting Hiroshima: Part One
Read more: Visiting Hiroshima: Part OneHiroshima has some historical significance, and for me, there’s a familial connection, but I’ll leave the heavier stuff for the next time I write to you. Dear Jane, My friend, formerly known as Spanish Caleb, now Japanese Caleb, met me in Hiroshima for our weekend trip through the western Kansai region. Before I move forward…
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Kyoto: What I Did Instead
Read more: Kyoto: What I Did InsteadLots of suggestions about sights to see. Lots of doing my own thing. Dear Jane, A lot of suggestions were given to me about what I should see in Kyoto. There are so many famous sites, and I ignored most of the suggestions. Sorry, not sorry. I’m just not feeling the FOMO on large crowds.…
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Climbing Mt. Fuji
Read more: Climbing Mt. FujiA bucket list achievement three years in the making. Dear Jane, My calves hate me, and I have blisters on my toes, but I made it to the summit of Mt. Fuji! I actually had the blisters on my toes prior to climbing Mt. Fuji, so I feel extra accomplished. You walk a lot in…
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Japan in the Summer: Just Don’t
Read more: Japan in the Summer: Just Don’tA common piece of advice. But I ignored it. Dear Jane, I’ve been in Tokyo, Japan for a few days and it’s hot. It’s been in the mid-90s with humidity in the 80% area. This is similar what I experienced in Orlando earlier this summer, and I definitely thought that that work trip to Orlando…
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Introducing Dear Jane Travel
Read more: Introducing Dear Jane TravelDear Jane, This is my first post, on what I hope will be a great travel blog. The name of my blog and style of my blog in which I write it, is inspired by a family friend, Jane. She is a wonderful person who hit the retirement jackpot, and inspired my love of travel.…