What to do in Iceland: the best of the south and east of the island
How I longed to visit Iceland! I had already tried twice. Both attempts failed before I even boarded the plane. The first time was back in the 2000s, when it was almost impossible to find information about unusual destinations, and everyone thought I was crazy for wanting to go to a place they didn't even know about […]
Norway itinerary: what to do in 7, 10 or 12 days (and beyond)
Norway, a country that seems to have come straight out of a fairy tale. With breathtaking landscapes, majestic fjords, and Viking culture, it was a destination that had been on my wishlist for years and that I finally managed to visit. Located on the Scandinavian peninsula, with a coastline dotted with countless fjords, Norway borders Sweden, Finland […]
Iceland itinerary: complete 5 to 9 day road trip guide
Iceland, land of ice and fire. A country of raw nature and sublime beauty. One of the most anticipated trips of my life! I'd already tried to visit Iceland twice (in 2006 and 2022), but for one reason or another (both related to lack of funds, of course), I had to postpone it. […]
Guide to visiting the Brazilian Amazon: Manaus, Novo Airão & Anavilhanas
Everything you need to know about visiting the Amazon, including Manaus, Novo Airão, and Anavilhanas National Park. I'd long dreamed of visiting the Brazilian Amazon. This vast expanse of water and forests we hear so much about—whether for its natural riches and incomparable beauty, or for the constant threat that looms […]
Complete guide to visiting Zanzibar: itinerary and tips
Ah, Zanzibar! The tropical island of turquoise beaches and centuries of history. A paradise in the Indian Ocean that I never, in my wildest youthful dreams, imagined I'd one day visit. Well, we made our long-awaited safari in the Serengeti happen, and well, why not, since we're right there, […]
What to do in Cape Town: a 4-day itinerary
Cape Town deserves an entire trip all to itself. It's the kind of place you can return to again and again, and it will always be spectacular. You know that cosmopolitan city that has a little bit of everything, to please the most diverse travelers? It has historic museums, breathtaking landscapes, plenty of greenery, and […]
Kenya and Tanzania Itinerary – with safari in the Serengeti and beaches in Zanzibar
Traveling to East Africa has always been at the top of my travel bucket list, but for one reason or another, it kept slipping away. But one day, the time comes! After years of planning, the trip went from a dream to a hall of fame: 16 […]
20 days South Africa itinerary
If there's one trip that will stay in our memories forever, in that top three of life's best, it's South Africa. We spent 3 days there, and this itinerary is one of the ones I'm most proud of, as it was so complete and special. To say that we really enjoyed the country is […]
How to go on safari in Kruger National Park
How about going on safari in one of Africa's most iconic parks, spotting thousands of animals, in comfort and with stunning scenery, and without breaking the bank? Come with me and I'll explain how to visit Kruger Park in South Africa! I've been wanting to go to sub-Saharan Africa for a while now, and […]
Tips for traveling to Morocco: when to go, what to wear, safety and more
The desire to travel to Morocco was strong, but so were the doubts: is it safe for a woman to travel alone to Morocco? What should I wear in Morocco? When is the best time to visit? Do I really need a guide? How much does it cost to travel around Morocco? Is there a lot of harassment from vendors? What is the food like? What about money, credit cards, […]
What to do in Morocco: 10-day itinerary
Going to Morocco was a longtime dream. When I first went to Spain, my plan was to cross the Strait of Gibraltar to Tangier, then continue on to Fes and Marrakesh. Long story short, I loved Spain so much that I abandoned the Moroccan idea, only to later regret it and have […]
10 things you need to know before traveling to Japan
Traveling to Japan requires planning – after all, it’s not every day that you get to go to the other side of the planet. The more you know about the country, the better your experience will be (and this goes for any destination). We spent a month in Japan and enjoyed the best the place has to offer: centuries-old temples in […]
