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Rio de Janeiro
Few, if any, cities are as stunning as Rio de Janeiro. With its backdrop of tropical...
Iguazu Falls
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Ilha Grande
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featured from Destinations Rio de Janeiro
Few, if any, cities are as stunning as Rio de Janeiro. With its backdrop of tropical forest-covered mountains, fronting brilliantly white sand beaches and deep blue seas, it’s no wonder Rio is known as the Cidade Maravilhosa (marvelous city). This picturesque setting will be sure to snag you some stunning...
featured from Pictures Rio de Janeiro Pictures
Rio de Janeiro is one of the world’s great cities, from Corcovado looming over it to the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana. Many visitors travel to Rio only to promptly return home, pack up their stuff, and move here. The beautiful beaches, people, and love for life make Rio hard to resist. Despite a...
featured from Hostels Salvador Hostels
Salvador has a wide range of hostels, from colonial buildings in the bustling heart of the Pelourinho to beach side guest houses, there is something for every traveler. Alpha Hostel Located in the safer suburb of Barra, and only two blocks from the beach, Alpha Hostel is a great option for those looking to...
featured from Maps Rio de Janeiro Map
Rio de Janeiro lies on Brazil’s Atlantic coast, facing south.  Founded around Guanabara bay, the entrance to which is the iconic Sugar Loaf peak, the city’s coastline now stretches east and west of the bay, with the major tourist destinations of Copacabana and Ipanema located in the Zona...

Jericoacoara Nightlife

The party starts early in Jericoacoara, and it goes all night. It’s not hard to find people in this little village and the caipirinhas flow freely! The parties often spill out on to the beach and the music will keep you going all night long. For a such a little village Jeri parties hard! A beach side nap is great for next day recovery. Beach Barracas The best and the...

Jericoacoara Map

Jericoacoara is located approximate 300km West of Fortaleza, in the state of Ceará. Arriving from the East, the bus company Redenção provides at least two daily services to Jijoca, connecting to an overland truck for the last hour and a half of the 8 hour trip (both legs of the trip are included in the price).  If you’re coming in late try and book Jericoacoara...

Jericoacoara

Jericoacoara, better known as simply “Jeri”, mesmerizes travelers with the perfect mix of beautiful beaches, stunning scenery, abundant activities and pumping nightlife. The village, consisting of six sand streets in all, is sandwiched between the Pôr do Sol sand dune, grassy hills and gorgeous coastline on two sides. For your comfort Jericoacoara hostels are some of the...

Rio de Janeiro Hostels

Rio de Janeiro’s hostels and hotels come in a range of quality and price to meet every taste and budget!  Rio hostels are some of the best quality you’ll find in Brazil, but they don’t come at the budget prices you’ll find in some of the backwater towns.  Even so, Rio hostels offer tons of amenities and are packed with interesting and cosmopolitan...

Salvador Activities

There are a ton of activities available in Salvador and some great sites see that offer a window into Brazil’s past as well some of its present highlights (though also problems) so here are a few leads to get you started! Ride the Elevador Lacerda Hop on the Elevador Lacerda, connecting the Cidade Baixa and the Cidade Alta, for spectacular views of the colonial part of...

Praia da Pipa Pictures

Praia da Pipa is one of the Northeast’s most popular beach towns for international and Brazilian tourists alike, and understandably so.  The location is spectacular: white sand beaches front azul blue waters, backed by picturesque red stone cliffs and lush tropical greenery.  To top it all of, Praia da Pipa has largely preserved its small town feel thanks to the...

Morro de Sao Paulo Restaurants

There are some great deals to be had for backpackers looking for a hearty meal in Morro de Sao Paulo.  There is quite a range of restaurants and eateries, from traditional Bahian food to more international fare, that are quite handy to both hostels and nightlife.  The pizza rodízios are a sure bet if you’re looking for both a filling and satisfying meal that...