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Brazil is one of South America’s most exciting destinations, drawing travelers with its huge geographic variety, vibrant culture, and contagious energy. From the rhythm of samba in Rio de Janeiro to the colonial charm of Salvador, the country offers a mix of iconic cities, rich Afro-Brazilian heritage, and some of the world’s most dramatic natural landscapes. What makes Brazil especially memorable is the sheer range of experiences: you can relax on golden beaches, explore the Amazon rainforest, spot wildlife in the Pantanal, and stand in awe at Iguazu Falls all in one trip.
Key highlights include visiting Rio’s Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain, experiencing the beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema, and discovering Brazil’s extraordinary biodiversity through jungle lodges, river cruises, or guided safaris. Travelers should also make time for the country’s food and festivals, from churrasco and feijoada to Carnival celebrations and local music scenes. Practical tips: Brazil is vast, so domestic flights can save time; learning a few Portuguese phrases is helpful outside major tourist areas; and it’s wise to stay aware of personal safety, especially in large cities, by using registered transport and avoiding isolated areas at night.
The best time to visit Brazil is from October to March, when travel popularity is highest and many destinations are lively, warm, and full of activity. November through February are especially appealing for beach trips, festivals, and city energy, though they can also be busier and more expensive.
From January 24th to February 9th, I stayed at Eco Hostel Lujimba. The owner is from Argentina and lives with his son 150 meters from the beach. I worked in the hostel with 6/7...
At around 11:30 pm, we arrived in Campo Grande by bus. Originally, we planned to sleep at the train station since the aunt from blablacar was supposed to pick us up at 5:30 am....
27.10.2018 The second day in Rio. Good morning Rio The weather is better today😊 We are awake too early and the clock always shows something wrong, because daylight savings...
Hard to believe that our long-awaited honeymoon (which we've been looking forward to for almost 1.5 years now!) is actually starting now. After a very peaceful flight with a...
On Tuesday, April 17th, we naturally slept in and Clece drove us to the apartment. We checked in and then went to Orbita Blue Beach, where we sat in beach chairs with our feet...
We had a very short and cold stay in Bogotà and made a good choice with our hotel near the airport. First, we were impressed by the size of the airport - very modern and clean....
After the daily schedule was tossed back and forth five times, the choice was finally made for the Sugarloaf. I just found out that the literal translation would actually be...
But earlier in Brazil than expected. When choosing the first destination, I was looking for a beach and a city at the same time. The choice fell on Porto Alegre. Although I...
A white beach after another, cottage settlements & skyscrapers next to them, green everywhere, mountains behind, high above the Christ the Redeemer statue watches over...
When we take the bus from the airport towards downtown, we can already see that this city is different from São Paulo. Very run-down buildings and hardly any skyscrapers!...
As we mentioned in our last article, the weather here is not great at the moment, so we thought it would be best to take a city tour. São Paulo is the largest city in Brazil, a...
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Hi guys, In this article, we introduce you to the beautiful beaches of Brazil, which are perfect for relaxing. Besides chilling, you can also engage in sports activities such as...
The three weeks had passed too quickly and our last full day in Brazil had begun. After breakfast, we took three small buses down to the harbor and at 9:00 a.m. we started our...
After leaving São Paulo by bus the previous evening at 10:00 PM, we arrived in Itabirito the next day around 8:00 AM. With its population of about 50,000, the city is considered...
So, the jungle adventure in the Amazon was a real 'Wow, they are actually doing this better than we are' experience. Not a single empty soda can in sight – every piece of...
Since we were doing well the day before and it was already pleasantly warm at breakfast, we packed our bag for the beach and took an Uber to Ipanema Beach in just 20 minutes....
The main reason for our stay in Curitiba was to take the famous “Serra Verde Express”, which travels over 100km through the tropical rainforest to Morettes. The route was...
After almost 4 weeks in Rio and a final breakfast on the gallery of the hostel, the belongings were stuffed back into the backpack because we were supposed to go to the bus...
Our day trip on 22.10 included destinations directly in Rio de Janeiro. We started with a visit to the Christ the Redeemer Statue. Truly impressive at 30 meters! Next was a...
As there wasn't much going on in Guarda do Embaú, we went back to the island. But this time to the center of Campeche. Campeche is actually the right size, there's something...
Back to São Paulo to pick up our Egon after going to Rio de Janeiro. Then, after another day of driving, we arrived on the island of Florianópolis. We found a nice vacation...
14.02.: tailwind, bright blue sky, and the temperatures suggest that maybe I should put on something warmer. Today I am early and hope that the bakery is already open. I enjoy...
24.01.: self-fulfilling prophecy or have I actually already made the step into South American reality? coffee room is what the breakfast room is called I didn't...
On 27.12.18 my mom brought me back to Frankfurt am Main airport. There I had one last German pretzel and then went to the gate to fly to Lisbon. My flight was 1.5 hours delayed,...
01.11.2018 Overnight stay in Rio and onward journey to Armacāo dos Būzios. After an overnight stay at the Intercity Hotel Porto Maravilha at the port, today we're heading along...
28.10.2018 Our third day in Rio Today we are first going to the Christ the Redeemer statue. We take a taxi to the base station of the Corcovado train and then continue with the...
A dream weather today in Paraty - the old colonial city. Overall a very worthwhile vacation destination and I almost regret that I always buy the bus ticket the night before....