Life in Brazil and Perserverence!
Rio de Janeiro: 25oC, overcast and a lot of rain. I’m up early, as always! I started my day with an intense workout, which left me feeling sluggish and lazy. However, I had a busy day ahead. My first task was to pick up my new glasses from Vera at Belli Occhi Otica in Centro Comercial in Copacabana, in the […]
Brazil’s Central East and West regions are renowned for their diverse landscapes, rich history and culture, and significant economic contributions to the country. The Central-West Region encompasses the states of Goiás, Mato Grosso, and Mato Grosso do Sul. It boasts a variety of landscapes, from the savannah and cerrado, a tropical savannah biome, to the Pantanal, the world’s largest tropical […]
Rio de Janeiro: 29oC, sunny, hot and stuffy. I rose with the sun, eager to embrace the possibilities this year has in store. Today marks the beginning of a new year, and what better way to kick off the first working day than with a refreshing walk along the picturesque Copacabana Beach until the end of Leme? As I walked […]
The Northwest of Brazil is a vast region encompassing four states known for its rich culture, stunning natural beauty, and vibrant history. One of the region’s most iconic sights is the Pantanal, the world’s largest tropical wetland and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Pantanal is home to an incredible variety of plant and animal life, including jaguars, capybaras, and […]
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! Rio de Janeiro: 28oC, cloudy, hot and stuffy. Good morning! New Year’s Day, often considered an uneventful anti-climax, holds a unique charm. It’s a day when most people rise later, nursing the remnants of the previous night’s celebrations or perhaps dealing with earth-shattering hangovers. It’s also the first bank holiday of the year before we return to […]
The Northeast of Brazil is a vast region encompassing nine states known for its rich culture, stunning natural beauty, and vibrant history. One of the region’s most iconic sights is the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park in Maranhão. The park is known for its unique landscape of white dunes and crystal-clear lagoons, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and […]
Rio de Janeiro: 29oC, cloudy, hot and stuffy. New Year’s Eve is a significant event in the city, and Copacabana is the centre of all the activity. While other beaches and neighbourhoods also host public gatherings with fireworks displays, Copacabana is the main attraction for welcoming in The New Year. Copacabana accommodates up to two million people on New Year’s […]
The North of Brazil is a vast region that encompasses nine states and is known for its rich culture, stunning natural beauty, and vibrant history. One of the most iconic sights in the region is the Amazon Rainforest, which covers over 60% of the country. The Amazon is the world’s largest tropical rainforest and is home to an incredible variety […]
Brazil is the world’s fifth-largest country, known for its rich culture, stunning natural beauty, and vibrant history. One of the most iconic sights in Brazil is the Amazon Rainforest, which covers almost all of the country’s North and is home to an incredible variety of plant and animal life. Visitors can explore the forest by boat, on foot, or by […]
In the summer months, Rio’s beaches become a melting pot of different cultures and people. From early morning until late at night, the beaches are filled with families, friends, tourists, and locals, all enjoying the sun, sand, and surf. After dark, many people head to the bars and restaurants that line the beachfront, where they can continue the party and […]