Paraty, Brazil: A Colonial Beach Paradise
When visiting Brazil, many people head straight to the big cities of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. However, there is a beach paradise located in between the two metropolises called Paraty that is a...
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Breaking Language Barriers: A Date Without Words in Paraty, Brazil
I could hear the music blasting from my hostel dorm, addictive rhythms and beats beckoning me out onto the beach. While I hated going to the bar alone, I didn’t know if I would be able to resist....
View ArticleHolistic Healing Practices From Around the World
Nowadays, it seems like there’s a pill or shot to cure every illness. But do we really know how safe these unnatural remedies are? Throughout my travels and by talking with locals from other cultures,...
View Article10 Free Things To Do in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
For travelers heading to South America, Brazil is one of the more expensive countries on the continent. The popular Rio de Janeiro can be especially difficult to navigate on a budget. To help you plan...
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11 Things Learned About Brazilian Culture From Visiting
After spending a few weeks traveling through Brazil, visiting various cities, interacting with locals, sampling the local foods, and doing some forro dancing, I’ve made a few observations about...
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11 Adventurous Activities In South America
For those looking for adventure, South America is full of options. Whether you’re looking to dive with sharks, bike precarious paths overlooking steep cliffs, venture deep into the world’s largest...
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The Downside Of Travel: Family And Friends Who Don’t “Get It”
image via VonSchnauzer While I could go on forever about the benefits of travel and how it is a life-enriching experience, I’ve found one major downside to immersing yourself in this world: Dealing...
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Photo Essay And Guide: How To Hike Sugarloaf Mountain In Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Sugarloaf Hiking Sugarloaf Mountain was one of my favorite experiences in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. However, figuring out how to do it can be confusing. After asking numerous locals and making many...
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Brazil Opens First ‘Love Hotel’ For Pets
image via wsilver Did you know Brazil is home to 31 million dogs, making it the country with the second largest canine population after the United States? It’s no wonder then, that you’ll soon be able...
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Photo Of The Moment: The Surf At Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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12 Cultural Experiences To Have In Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is full of worthwhile activities for travelers. For those who want to delve deeper into the culture, try adding the following experiences to your itinerary. Visit A Cultural...
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Top 10 Cruise Destinations For 2013
Image via hollyereid As the last days of 2012 approach, the time is perfect for thinking about the top cruise destinations for 2013. Galapagos Islands The Galapagos Islands can be the top cruise...
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Travel Hotlist: What Was Popular In 2012 And Projections For 2013
Ancient temple in Burma. Image via ZaNuDa. Gemma Bowes of The Guardian released a report today on the hottest destinations and travel trends of 2012, as well as projections for 2013. Some finds...
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Brazil Prepares For 2014 World Cup With Free English Classes For Prostitutes
Image via Helga Weber English is the new language of love, at least in Brazil. In order to prepare for the English-speaking tourists that will undoubtedly be traveling to Brazil in 2014 for the World...
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Top Outdoor Experiences In Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Climbing Sugarloaf Mountain with the cable car Rio de Janeiro is unique in that it is a large city of over 6 million, but is not a concrete jungle. On the contrary, what visitors remember about the...
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What It’s Like To Be Threatened In Rio (And What I Learned From The Experience)
Photo courtesy of Aurimas Adomavicus. Two Reais and seventy-five cents. That should cover the bus ride back to my hostel in Gloria. It wasn’t a lot of money — about $1.25 USD; however, it was enough...
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Scary Encounters Abroad And What I’ve Learned From Them
Photo courtesy of Aurimas Adomavicus. Traveling isn’t always a picnic. Sometimes, we encounter situations that threaten our safety and make us second guess our security. The important thing when...
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14 Essential Tips For Backpacking South America
Bring a good book for the long bus rides. Photo courtesy of Karoly Czifra. Backpacking South America is a worthwhile adventure I recommend everyone to have at least once in their lives. Before I...
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My Most Ridiculous Bus Encounters Backpacking South America
Photo courtesy of Geraint Rowland via flickr. I’ve been skydiving, bungy jumping and paragliding; however, I’d have to say my most adventurous escapades are from my bus rides through South America. The...
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5 Travel Experiences: From The Adventure Shy To The Extreme
Biking the Death Road in Bolivia. Photo courtesy of Marco Antonio via flickr From the adventure shy to the thrill seeking traveler, there’s no shortage of experiences to be had across the globe. That...
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