With only two weeks to the Olympics, I want to share my feelings and thoughts about Rio. I was in Brazil only 6 months ago visiting family so I can’t help but worry about what may happen there during the Olympics. If I’m feeling this way, all the way from here, I can only imagine […]
Facts about Brazil – Ouro Preto
Today I’m writing about a fascinating city that I visited in Brazil which became its first city to be recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Ouro Preto is a city that was used by the Portuguese to mine for gold and gemstones in the 17th century. The city still contains much of the original Portuguese inspired houses and churches and only […]
Traditional Brazilian Food – What I love the most
The quality of the food in Brazil is different from what we’re used to in Australia. The fruits and vegetables are nicer, but I find the food in general to be either too sweet or too salty in Brazil. But what I love the eat the most when I’m in Brazil is their more traditional dishes. Traditional […]
Brazil – What happened to you?
I’ve been in Brazil for several weeks now and despite being in love with the culture, there are some things that are lacking in Brazil making the country far behind many other nations. Below is a list of extraordinary things that I’ve experienced here, as well as information I’ve heard from relatives and friends. People are […]
How to prepare for Brazil – Brazil travel tips
Soon I’ll be packing for a 7-week trip to Dubai and Brazil to see some family members. Because I’ve travelled a few times to Brazil and had some unpleasant experiences, I wanted to write a post about how to best prepare for a trip over there. Below is a list of tips for staying safe, being prepared and making sure you […]
FIFA World Cup in Brazil 2014
I’ve been waiting for this World Cup since it’s announcement all the way back in 2007! However, as excited as I’ve been, I can’t ignore the negative media coverage surrounding Brazil leading up to the event. It’s no lie that Brazil does have a dark side and it’s really sad to read about the issues […]
The biggest carnaval in the world…Brazil
Carnaval in Brazil is like nothing you would have seen anywhere else in the world. Thousands of tourists will flock to Rio usually towards the beginning of the year to witness this very special celebration that stops the country. Talented samba schools prepare their themes, song and intricate handmade costumes throughout the year to compete […]
