10 things you need to know before traveling to Japan
Traveling to Japan requires planning – after all, it’s not every day that you get to go to the other side of the planet. The more you know about the country, the better your experience will be (and this goes for any destination). We spent a month in Japan and enjoyed the best the place has to offer: centuries-old temples in […]
Chapada das Mesas – Complete itinerary: what to do, where to stay, how to get there
In the south of Maranhão, a paradise of waterfalls, wells, viewpoints and trails to prove that the Northeast is not just about beaches and semi-arid regions. I first heard about Chapada das Mesas when I was in Lençóis Maranhenses during ap@ndem1a. Our guide spoke so highly of this region that it seemed pure jingoism to me […]
8 tips to avoid jetlag on your next trip
After traveling around the world a lot, here is a compilation of my best tips to never suffer from jetlag again – because no one deserves to lose a week of their vacation just “adjusting” to the time zone. I spent countless trips wandering like a zombie through the streets of other countries, falling asleep in the middle of the street (yes, I […]
Wrangell-St. Elias: all you need to know to explore America’s largest National Park
Visiting Wrangell-St. Elias National Park – the largest national park in the United States – was one of the highlights of our trip to Alaska. The weather cooperated (we had two beautiful days of sun and heat), and that helps a lot. But what really captured my heart was the remoteness […]
Itinerary and tips for visiting Terceira Island, Azores
If I told you that in the middle of the North Atlantic Ocean you will find an island with surreal landscapes, whose capital is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and which retains that atmosphere of paradise that has not yet been discovered by mass tourism. Would you believe that such a place exists? Welcome to Terceira Island, in the Azores Archipelago, in Portugal. […]
Northern Argentina: 10-day itinerary through Salta and Jujuy
. If I say that I love traveling around Argentina, will you agree with me or think that I’m crazy with ideas? What if I invite you on a road trip through a region of the country that many people don’t even imagine exists? A place where deserts, forests, canyons and salt flats alternate in the landscape, where mountains […]
Two weeks in Portugal: our complete itinerary and tips
Ahh Portugal, one of the most delightful countries to visit in Europe. It has that delightful European atmosphere, but with a homey feel. It’s easy to get to, easy to communicate with, easy to like and hard to resist the temptation to stay there and start a new life in Portugal. Portugal is one of the countries that […]
The best of Ushuaia: 4-day itinerary for spring and fall
Ushuaia, known as “the city at the end of the world”, is not called that for nothing: it is the southernmost city on the planet. You know that island at the southern tip of South America, Tierra del Fuego? Ushuaia is on the southern coast of that island. In fact, “end of the world” is an expression that you don’t […]
What to do in Pirenópolis: charming ecotourism in the heart of Central Brazil
Complete guide to visiting Pirenópolis: when to go, what to do, where to stay, shopping tips and more. The first time I heard about Pirenópolis was back in the 2000s. Some friends who lived in Brasília had mentioned a nearby historic city, full of restaurants and charming little shops and – best of all – […]
Things to do in Belize: San Ignacio, Caye Ambergris and Caye Caulker
Belize is one of the smallest countries in Continental America – second only to El Salvador – but that doesn’t mean there’s not much to see and do. With tropical forests, fascinating Mayan ruins and paradisiacal beaches with turquoise waters, Belize brings together the best of Central America. I’ve already written a post with our […]
One week in Belize: the perfect itinerary
Belize is the perfect destination for those who want adventure, culture, history and relaxation all in one place. This small nation – the second smallest in continental America – surprises with the diversity of experiences. From crystal clear waters teeming with marine life to adventures through flooded caves and tropical forests; from Mayan ruins to the colors and flavors of […]
Christmas in New York: itinerary with the best of the season
Tell me, who didn’t dream of spending a winter Christmas as a child, with lots of cold, snow and all the trees covered in thousands of lights? Well, we finally did it: a Christmas in New York! Fulfilling childhood dreams, even after a long time, is one of the most wonderful feelings in life. And […]
