Breaking down the costs of going to Fernando de Noronha 

What you will spend on Fernando de Noronha Visiting this island is expensive, especially compared to the costs of the mainland. The island restricts the number of visitors to prevent overcrowding, which in turn drives up airfare costs, with only Azul and Latam airlines flying the island. Additional expenses include an island tax and a …

What you should pack for tropical island Fernando de Noronha 

Full packing list for Fernando de Noronha  This amazing island is the best but it is also far, far away from the mainland. So what are some things that you should bring with you when you go? Clothes There are not a lot of clothes that you need here on the island. It’s hot and …

What should you bring when you go to Lençoins Maranhenses

Lençoins Maranhenses is a wonderfully unique national park in the North of Brazil. It is a desert, dune area where during the rainy season bright blue/green lagoons form within the dunes. There is lots to do here and to make it easy for you I have made a list with stuff that is practical for …

What animals can you expect to see in Pantanal?

Animals in Pantanal you might see on your trip If you go to the wetlands of Pantanal you will see loads of animals. That is for sure.  Here are some fascinating animal facts about the Pantanal region: It boasts the highest density of jaguars worldwide. The majestic hyacinth macaw, the largest parrot species, calls this …

What animals can you expect to see in the Amazonian rainforest?

Animals you can spot in the Amazones The Amazon is a super unique and a mesmerizing place. The Amazonian rainforest spans over 9 countries (Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana) and spans 6.7 million square kilometers.  Besides 40.000 plant species, there are around 3000 fish species, more than 370 types …

What you need to bring when you are doing an Amazonian rainforest tour

The rainforest is very diverse and what you should bring will also be diverse. From sunscreen to rain jacket to binoculars. Some of the things below are in my favorites list, you might love them too.  Hat or baseball cap The sun is scorching hot and you don’t want to get a sunburn here. Bring …

How to slow travel and decide what you will do on your trip

This is a blog post about how not to fall in the trap of trying to push everything in your vacation and come home needing another one. This is just the way that I have learned to travel more slowly and enjoy my experiences more and more. Slow travel is all about experiencing life in …