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Apr-2014
It is my first day in Bonito and the word floatation is on my agenda. I had never heard about a “nascente”, but apparently it is a Portuguese word meaning a spring or a water source. The Nascente Azul, where I was going to, would mean a blue spring. Floating at a blue spring. Sounds […]
Going on a safari to the Pantanal in Brazil might be something you have never considered before since the place is not very well known to us foreigners. Instead of heading to the Amazon where you would normally think of going to I decided to discover the Pantanal which is actually known for its easy-to-spot […]
Apr-2014
Brazil has a lot more to offer on its coastal destinations than just hanging out at the beach getting a tan. I cruise from Pipa to Tibao do Sul along the Atlantic Ocean with Maria-Maria, a gastronomical boat trip.
Apr-2014
I just finished my surf session at the beach near Rio. I ordered a risotto with shrimps at the “bar da praia” while enjoying the beautiful view. What a difference from my previous sights I’m thinking as I realize I haven’t seen that many beaches before arriving to Rio. Though since I’ve been here I […]
Mar-2014
When you are getting ready for your backpacking trip and you are a woman you will probably think about stock-piling tampons into your backpack. So did I at first, but then I realized that there must have been many ladies with this problem before I did – and that means, someone must have come up […]
Mar-2014
Time to go and explore the mountain range of Mendoza. Since Mendoza is located in the Andes, leaving town and doing some sightseeing is definitely a must. I had no idea before arriving to Mendoza that there are so many amazing places pretty nearby.
Mar-2014
One of the nicest ways of getting from Chile (Puerto Varas) to Argentina (Bariloche) is probably by boat, which only Cruce Andino makes possible. If you love to see mountains, forests, lakes, but especially snow-capped volcanoes and glaciers, then this is definitely the most exciting way to cross Latin borders.
Mar-2014
You’re in Rio. Yes, the amazing Rio de Janeiro! So what’s the best way to explore such a big, impressive and busy city? By bike of course!