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 – A 4-day itinerary for spring and autumn

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 – […]
What to do in Belize: the best of 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: a perfect itinerary for first-time visitors

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: complete 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 […]
Hiroshima: 2-day itinerary, with a day trip to Miyajima

Hiroshima is one of those places that you can’t miss on any trip to Japan. When planning the trip, I was a little worried that Hiroshima would be a dull city, a heavy visit and even inappropriate for visiting with children. Oh, how wrong I was! Hiroshima is a vibrant, modern city that offers everything […]
How to Make a Travel Photo Album

One of the best parts of traveling is the memories we make. After all, the best trips happen in three stages: the first, when we plan it; the second, when we experience it; and the third, when we remember it. I’m from the time when we took 4 films of 36 photos for a 1-month trip. On the way back, […]
What to do in Sarajevo: a 1 or 2-day itinerary in the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina

Sarajevo was one of the last stops on our twenty-day trip through the Balkans, which, in addition to Bosnia and Herzegovina, also included Serbia, Montenegro and Croatia. On the one hand, I was very curious to visit Sarajevo, the scene of some of the most important events in human history and a meeting point between East and West. On the other hand, I was a little wary of […]
Complete guide to visiting Lençóis Maranhenses: Tips and essential itinerary

I’m warning you now: visiting Lençóis Maranhenses is not for everyone. If you’re planning to go to Lençóis, know that after spending a few days there, you’ll fall in love with the place so much, so fascinated by the beauty of the dunes and lagoons, the hospitality of the locals and the rustic atmosphere of the place, that you’ll come back to […]
The best of Kyoto: What to do in 4 (or 5) days in the former Japanese capital

Kyoto was one of the last stops on our four-week trip through Japan. You know the saying, “save the best for last”? That’s exactly what we did. After soaking up the modern energy of Tokyo, exploring medieval villages, crossing the Japanese Alps, and soaking up the history in Hiroshima, we arrived in Kyoto thinking we had […]
All you need to know to travel in a RV across the USA

I have a confession to make: I avoided traveling in a motorhome for a long time, “it's just going to be trouble”, “that's a cricket thing”, “I don't want to have work on vacation”. Hahaha, how wrong I was! We traveled more than 2 thousand kilometers in two weeks across Alaska in a motorhome, the first trip of this type we had done, and it was […]