22 articles tagged with brazil travel
The first time I stepped onto Rio's streets, I felt that familiar tingle of discovery—the same sensation I get when tracking wildlife through Darwin's forests. But here, the ecosystem is human: a vibrant tapestry of neighborhoods each with its own...
When most people think of Rio de Janeiro, images of Copacabana's golden sands and the rhythmic sway of samba dancers immediately come to mind. But having just returned from a week-long winter escape to this Brazilian metropolis, I'm here to...
The first time I laid eyes on Iguazu Falls, I was struck speechless – a rare condition for someone who's made a career out of describing the world's wonders. Standing at the Devil's Throat, with water thundering down from three...
The morning bells of São Francisco de Assis church pulled me from sleep just as they've done for locals for centuries. From my window, the undulating terracotta rooftops of Ouro Preto stretched across the valley, bathed in that distinctive Brazilian...
Standing at the confluence of the Amazon River and the Atlantic Ocean, Belém offers a fascinating gateway into one of Earth's most complex ecosystems. As someone who's spent decades studying how ancient peoples adapted to challenging environments, I found the...
The pulsing rhythm of samba drums echoed through the narrow streets of Lapa as I wandered alone through Rio's historic bohemian district. The city's energy was electric, reminiscent of those all-night Berlin warehouse parties from my stage design days, but...
Standing in São Paulo's chaotic Tietê bus terminal with my medical pack slung over one shoulder, I found myself doing what I always do in unfamiliar territory—assessing my options with the same methodical approach I use during triage. The 430-kilometer...
The cobblestone streets beneath my feet seemed to whisper stories of gold rushes and revolution as I wandered through Ouro Preto at dawn. This UNESCO World Heritage site in Minas Gerais isn't just another postcard-perfect Brazilian destination—it's a living museum...
The first time I laid eyes on Lençóis Maranhenses, I genuinely thought someone had photoshopped the landscape. Vast stretches of blindingly white sand dunes cradle thousands of turquoise and emerald lagoons that appear like a mirage in this otherworldly corner...
The moment my feet touched the golden sands of Copacabana, I knew Rio had captured my heart in a way few destinations ever could. As someone who's spent years guiding travelers along coastlines worldwide, I can tell you there's something...
The first time I stepped foot in Sao Paulo with my 10-year-old son Max, I felt like we'd walked into an animated feature film where every frame burst with vivid colors and unexpected characters. This wasn't the Brazil of travel...
While Rio and São Paulo dominate Brazil's nightlife conversation, Recife—the vibrant capital of Pernambuco—has been quietly cultivating one of South America's most authentic and diverse after-dark scenes. Having spent three unforgettable weekends exploring this coastal gem last summer, I've assembled...
The first time I felt the thunderous rhythm of a hundred samba drummers reverberating through my chest in Rio, I knew I'd found something that my former life of legal briefs and billable hours could never provide. After five visits...
The first time I laid eyes on the endless white sand dunes of Lençóis Maranhenses, I felt like I'd stumbled onto another planet. Having called Brazil home for several years now, I've explored many breathtaking landscapes, but nothing quite compares...
The taxi driver laughed when I mentioned my plans to seek outdoor adventures in São Paulo. 'Senhor, this is a concrete jungle, not the Amazon,' he said, navigating through the endless sea of high-rises that define Brazil's largest metropolis. After...