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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.
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....
As planned, I was able to tear myself away from the fascinating metropolis - somehow also glad that everything went without any incidents. The public opinion on safety in Rio is...
Where is Dani?
Back to the familiar. After my visit two years ago, I actually wanted to skip Florianopolis on this trip. But as we all know, plans change. So I set off. The weather...
Located 4 hours from São Paulo is Ilhabela - the beautiful island. Only the west coast is really developed, the rest is jungle! On the west coast are beautiful sandy beaches...
impressive natural spectacle on the Argentine-Brazilian border.
So let me start by saying: 2 days - 2 wonders of the world As I already mentioned, my journey took me from Punta del Este to Montevideo and Asuncion, and then to Ciudad del...
From the jungle in Rio
Of animals and plants and parks
From jungle and beautiful views
At 9:00 AM, it was time to say goodbye to Diamantina. The plan for today was actually to drive to Conçeiçao and visit the Bom Jesus de Matozinhos Monastery. However, the route...
At 11:00 am, we started our sightseeing tour with our tour guide Jan. We visited the place where according to Jan, São Paulo can be experienced best - Ibirapuera Park. The main...
We started the day with one last breakfast at our hotel. At 10 AM, we departed by bus and made our way to Campina Grande. Upon arrival
Brake line defective, we already know that. Car wash is necessary too, after more than an hour Bibo looks like new. We haven't had a truck accident so far, and we don't want any...
Escadaria Selaron
Still a little tired from the late arrival and an uncomfortable night, we started the day a little later. The two-story log cabin with a small garden and terrace looked really...
Today it was the turn of the Brazilian side of the falls. We meet our tour guide Maria and driver on time, who first take us across the border to Brazil and then into the...
At around 01:15 am, we arrived at the airport. My sister-in-law and brother-in-law accompanied us to the airport. Boarding started at 02:45 am. I almost missed the flight at...
On the return trip from Mosqueiro to Belém, we did the same as on the outward journey: Márcia and Garilson took the bus again, and the rest of the family took the car. But as...