Nobres: A great alternative for Bonito
Many people who go to the southern Pantanal in Mato Grosso do Sul like to combine their trip with a few days in Bonito, a beautiful area to see waterfalls, caves and many other things, in the same state. It…
Pantanal: where nature comes alive
Last month I could finally tick one much-craved trip off my travel wish list: the Pantanal. We had waited for the right season; the dry season, the season of jaguar spotting. It was a long wait – but the trip…
The best two weeks in Brazil itinerary for beginners
Brazil is an enormous country and if you’re planning a holiday there for the first time, the possibilities can be quite overwhelming. It’s impossible to see all of Brazil’s highlights in just a few weeks, so you’ll have to choose.…
Brasilia photo blog – the Brazilian capital from a different view
A Brasilia photo blog? That’s not the easiest task! The capital of Brazil is really not the prettiest city Brazil has to offer. Brasilia was built in the 1950s according to a specific plan (rather than it expanding over time),…
10 Travel tips for Brazil that will improve your trip
Brazil is an amazing country to travel in. From the Amazon, Cerrado and spectacular water pools, to islands, gorgeous beaches and fun cities – Brazil has it all. But it’s not the easiest country to travel. There’s violence, language barriers…
Fernando de Noronha travel guide
Brazil is a country full of gems. I know I have written almost exclusively about Brazil lately, but for a good reason – there are just too many incredible places to visit! The archipelago of Fernando de Noronha is the…
Another Brazilian paradise: Fernando de Noronha
I’ve travelled a lot in Brazil and I’ve also encountered many small paradises in this country – it’s incredible how much beauty Brazil has to offer. And Fernando de Noronha was no exception. This island in the northeast of Brazil…
Olinda – the most beautiful town in Brazil’s Northeast
Olinda was high on my list, after I heard many great stories about the town’s old colonial streets and relaxed atmosphere. These stories turned out to be very true. The town is absolutely stunning: cobbled streets and many, many colourful…
Jalapão: travel tips for a hidden gem
Brazil has many hidden gems that foreigners often do not know about. One of those gems is Jalapão, a beautiful area in the heart of Brazil. Located in the state of Tocantins, Jalapão belongs to the Cerrado biome, which is…
Jalapão – a hidden gem in central Brazil
Jalapão will definitely ring a bell to the average Brazilian – this area in central Brazil become famous for being the background of the popular tv novela O Outro Lado do Paraiso. But the average foreign tourist has probably never…
