The bags are packed and strapped to our backs, let's take the bus to Ilha Grande! Ilha Grande is, as the name suspects, a large island in Rio de Janeiro state, with plenty of beautiful beaches, hiking trails and waterfalls. Also the whole island is a tropical rainforest. Don't miss this jewel. Before we go we decided how we want to go to Ilha Grande. You don't have that many … [Read more...] about Ilha Grande, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Rio de Janeiro sightseeing
We decide to stick around in Rio de Janeiro for a few more days after the carnival. Because this city has so much to offer besides the unforgettable carnival. Rio de Janeiro is really a city that has it all, from long beaches to immense mountains with a fabulous view over the city. You can go hiking in subtropical rain forest or … [Read more...] about Rio de Janeiro sightseeing
Bucketlist item: Carnival in Rio de Janeiro
Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. For a lot of people this is a highlight in their travels to South America. Or one that is high on a lot of bucketlists. For us this is an experience to never forget. Arrival in Rio After a long night at Salvador Airport, we arrive totally knackered for the carnival in Rio de Janeiro. … [Read more...] about Bucketlist item: Carnival in Rio de Janeiro
Carnival in Salvador, Brazil
Let's get out of Guiné After a perfect night, all clean in a nice, big bed in a cool room, we wake up in Guiné well rested. What a great hostel, we would have loved to stay another night, but there's no time for that. Today we have to find a cash machine, or we'll be stranded here. Since there's none in this town, we have to find a way out of here. There's a van every day … [Read more...] about Carnival in Salvador, Brazil
Carnival in Brazil: Salvador and Rio de Janeiro 2017
Carnival in Brazil 2017. We went to both Salvador and Rio de Janeiro to celebrate Carnival and made this video about it. It's our first one ever! Check out the video including footage of the world known Parade of the Samba schools in the Sambadromo in Rio de Janeiro! The Carnival Parade in Rio de Janeiro was awesome! It surely is one to have on your bucket list and definitely … [Read more...] about Carnival in Brazil: Salvador and Rio de Janeiro 2017