In trying to teach my sister self sufficiency in traveling, I had her practice by getting up at 7am to … Continue reading Adventures in Aguardiente: No Me Molestes at El Totumo Mud Volcano
Waking up with a massive hangover and minimal sleep under my belt, I was still super excited that MuiMui would … Continue reading Backpackers of Cartagena
For our last 2 days in Bahia (and Brazil, and South America), the three of us moved to another hotel … Continue reading Bye Bye Brazil
After that wonderfully safe night exemplifying the side of Bahia we were hoping not to see, we were inclined towards sitting … Continue reading International Drunks in Bahia
Since we were strongly advised by pretty much everyone NOT to go out at night, we figured when in Salvador … Continue reading That time we almost got mugged in Pelourinho
My first impression of Bahia came through one of my Brazilian coworkers. When I told him I was going to … Continue reading Struggling Through Beautiful Bahia
I’ve been keeping a personal journal separate from my blog, which tends to be more abstract, grammatically incorrect, lacking in … Continue reading Final Thoughts on Rio
The day after Carnival ended the city was drastically different. I no longer heard the alluring sounds of drums pounding … Continue reading Carnival Aftermath
Because what happens when you travel with a group of Type A organized individuals is when things get planned they … Continue reading Christ the Redeemer and The Rio Music Festival
Because I’m such a professional puker (2nd time in Rio in 4 days – champ right here) I had zero … Continue reading Lapa and Copacabana Beach at Night
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