When you think of South America, you might imagine gorgeous landscapes and rich culture, but there’s also lots of luxury to enjoy. Here are some top tips for savouring it during your exciting holiday. Steal Breath–Taking View From Above You might feel a tad overwhelmed by the sprawling continent and how to explore all of […]
Salvador, Brazil: 10 Must Do Activities
International football will remember the American run in the 2014 edition of the World Cup. Team USA plays Belgium in the round of 16 in the beautiful Arena Fonte Nova in Salvador. Many consider this city to be the birthplace of Brazilian culture. It is also the third largest in Brazil, and the capital of […]
Recife, Brazil: 10 Things Travelers Cannot Miss
This FIFA World Cup is doing wonders for our knowledge of Brazil’s geography and culture. It goes beyond the usual stereotypes conveyed by pop culture. Following Team USA, we explored Manaus and Natal. The final clash of the group G takes place in Recife, the capital of the state of Pernambuco. It is a place […]
Manaus Facts Every USMNT Fan Should Know
Natal Facts USMNT Fans Should Know
Isn’t it almost ironic that US Men’s Soccer National Team should kick-start the World Cup in a city called “Christmas” when the draw for group G (Ghana, Portugal, Germany) was anything but a gift? There is no doubt that the Yanks will feel the heat in the “city of the Sun”. Fans, on their side, will […]
World Cup: The USMNT Schedule Through a Traveler’s Lens
For the US Men’s National Soccer Team, the road to Brazil World Cup triumph will be an arduous one. The American athletes will have to beat the most fearsome world-class teams in the competition. They will also need to deal with some fierce sub-tropical climate and demanding travel itinerary. A look at that dreaded USMNT […]
Celebrating Brazilian Cuisine
Manaus, The Most Exotic FIFA World Cup Destination
In a little more than a week, the world’s biggest sports celebration will lead off in Brazil. In fact, this edition of the FIFA World Cup will attract hordes of tourists, locals and Football (Soccer for Americans) fans into 12 cities scattered over the Federative Republic. Among these cities, Manaus stands out as one of the rare […]
Iguazu Falls and the NEW Seven Wonders of Nature
5 Tropical Vacations to Get Away from the Cold
Winter is great and all, but sometimes it’s nice to get away from the cold weather and relax in the sun. Check out these amazing tropical vacations that are perfect to get away from the cold weather! 1. Curacao: This Dutch Caribbean isle is absolutely breathtaking. With more than 30 beaches, there is plenty to […]
Bussing Brazil Pt. 2
Part II: Bussing Brazil A man who we had seen earlier clearing coconut fronds, and the only human we had witnessed for twenty minutes, ambled upon us out of nowhere, and squatted by our side. He asked us where we were from, and I engaged in conversation with him. He was an illiterate laborer from […]
Bussing Brazil Pt. 1
Part I: Bussing Brazil There exists a delicate balance between expenditure and travel time. In theory, it’s always worth it to go for a cheaper ticket, the more inexpensive mode of transportation taking you from the same point A to point B while doing much less damage to your wallet. In a case like a […]