JANE SEES THE WORLD

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  • Costa Rica Package Deal

    Costa Rica Package Deal

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    In June of 2011, B and I went on our first international adventure together. For the inaugural journey, we went with a Costa Rica package deal we had found on Travelzoo. These packages are a great way to go if you want a hybrid vacation where some of your itinerary is put together by the…

  • Elements of a good road trip

    Elements of a good road trip

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    I love a good road trip. The 12-day, 10-state road trip we took through the Southern U.S. is one we talk about (fondly) often. And I still dream about the three-day road trip I took down the Oregon Coast. Road tripping is a great way to see this country as well as many others. In…

  • Best Travel Razor for Women Travelers

    Best Travel Razor for Women Travelers

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    This post is premised on a few things: 1. B and I travel. 2. B and I are proponents of shaving. You might not agree with #2, and that’s just fine. Do whatever makes you feel free. However, if you are on board with these two assertions, read on to see how we’ve reviewed different…

  • Airbnb reservation tips and tricks: how to find the perfect Airbnb [for you]

    Airbnb reservation tips and tricks: how to find the perfect Airbnb [for you]

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    Finding the perfect Airbnb (for you) is not an impossible feat. However, it is not always a walk in the park either. If finding the right place to stay using Airbnb has been a struggle for you in the past, fear not. R and I have learned a few things over the years that help…

  • 5 Montenegro Must-Sees

    5 Montenegro Must-Sees

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    On a recent visit to the Balkan Peninsula, B and I found ourselves spending one full day in beautiful Montenegro. This country is blessed with sweeping mountains, azure seasides and historic medieval towns. It is simply wonderful. Here are the five Montenegro must-sees that we visited and recommend for anyone lucky enough to travel to…

  • Women’s wool sock comparison for travel

    Women’s wool sock comparison for travel

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    Mostly for kicks and giggles, I thought it would be interesting to experiment and conduct a wool sock comparison for travel to see which ones I should take on my next trip. Here at Jane Sees the World, we have been quite vocal about our love of all things Icebreaker. Their products have been a…

  • Travel Beauty Hacks

    Travel Beauty Hacks

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    One of the premises of Jane Sees the World is that looking good isn’t our top priority whilst traveling. I suppose that is true for non-traveling life as well, but this post is going to focus on how we make ourselves at least presentable and offer some travel beauty hacks. Permanent makeup For those who…

  • 10 travel tips for when you do not speak the language

    10 travel tips for when you do not speak the language

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    Traveling to a country where you do not understand the language is a challenge. Period. However, I do have a few tips and tricks to help you navigate your way through that challenge. 10 of them, in fact. My foreign language travel tips are a result of more than one experience (a.k.a. blunder) in some…

  • Tips from the Road (Romania, Serbia, Montenegro and Bulgaria)

    Tips from the Road (Romania, Serbia, Montenegro and Bulgaria)

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    This week, B and I are on the road. We are on the downward slope of a two-week trip to Romania, Serbia, Montenegro and Bulgaria. This post will be quick since we are busy making memories. Here are some tips from the road about making the most of your travels. Eat gelato…every chance you get…

  • Travel Lotion Bars [with Four Ingredients]

    Travel Lotion Bars [with Four Ingredients]

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    Last week, R discussed tips for packing travel toiletries. This week, I have an easy DIY project that makes packing lotion a little easier. My travel lotion bars are easy to make and come together pretty quickly. I made my last batch the night before a trip! Other benefits include: The ability to make your…