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03/06/2025

Standing at the edge of the walkway on the Brazilian side of Iguaçu Falls, you feel the raw power of nature pressing in from all sides. The mist rises in thick clouds, soaking your skin as the deafening roar of the water drowns out everything else. The up close view are breathtaking - as hundreds of cascades tumbling over cliffs, framed by lush Atlantic rainforest.

20/05/2025

GOLD MINE VISIT ⭐️

Ouro Preto’s wealth was built on gold and mining. Back in the 1700s, it stood as one of the most significant hubs for gem exploration and extraction worldwide. In just a century, The town transformed from a quiet watering hole for Indigenous peoples into a bustling city of 250,000 inhabitants.

Its rise remains a striking testament to Portuguese colonial architecture and craftsmanship - yet it also reflects the relentless pursuit of gold and material riches that fueled its expansion.

Estefi and I were fortunate to visit one of these historic gold mines. The caves were far too dark for decent photos, but we had the incredible opportunity to see an actual gold vein embedded in the rock. Witnessing the delicate layers of shimmering minerals woven through ancient stone was a fascinating experience—history and geology right before our eyes.

18/05/2025

PRAÇA TIRADENTES 🇧🇷

The heart of Ouro Preto is Praça Tiradentes! This square isn’t just a pretty backdrop; it’s a stage where history played out in dramatic fashion. Once the epicenter of Brazil’s gold rush, it saw fortunes made, revolutions sparked, and legends born.

The colonial architecture are impeccable and the cobblestone streets, timeless.
And let’s not forget the towering statue of Tiradentes himself, a national hero who fought for independence. His story is woven into every stone here.

Today, the square buzzes with life - tourists snapping photos (including Bianca, Frank, Estefi and I) and the echoes of the past almost whispers in the air.
Whether you’re here for the history, the views, old friendships or just a strong Brazilian coffee, Praça Tiradentes delivers.

17/05/2025

OURO PRETO 🇧🇷

After a 6 hour bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to the state of Minas Gerai that Estefi absolutely hated for its many curves and mountains- we were finally in the village of Ouro Preto.

Not only is Ouro Preto very picturesque, it also holds quite an impressive history. You see, this was the place where the Portuguese colonizers found the highest amount of gold anywhere in South America.

So attractive was Ouro Preto back then that in the midst 17 hundreds Ouro Preto had over 200.000 inhabitants making it one of the largest cities in the world at the time!

So rich was Ouro Preto that in some areas of town it become a tradition to cover your rooftop with real gold - as a status symbol.

We went with Frank and Bianca to visit this gem of a town and had a few very memorable days. This was a place I had wanted to visit since the first day I set foot on Brazilian soil

For obvious reasons, you find many beautiful colonial buildings in and around Ouro Preto

12/05/2025

MURALS 🇧🇷

The center of Rio holds some extraordinary beautiful murals - on the indigenous people and their often forgotten heritage in Brazil - that were painted as part of the city renovation for the Olympics in 2016

10/05/2025

BAHIA DE GUANABARA

Sailing in and out of Rio’s port on the Bay of Guanabara’s light blue waters - and an incredibly beautiful city backdrop - on a warm sunny day with your wife and her good childhood friend, makes life feel worth living 😀🇧🇷

No wonder Rio de Janeiro is considered one of the most stunning cities in the world..

10/05/2025

FINAL ROUND OF PAQUETÁ PICS 🇧🇷

A few final stills from a memorable day on the island of Paquetá just outside Rio de Janeiro.

I love this little island that I have kept visiting for the last 20 years. Surprisingly, Estefi didn’t enjoy it as much as I expected. Something about it being too calm, lacking things to do and white sand beaches… 🏝️

09/05/2025

ISLAND MODELS 👩‍⚖️

When on a sunny, Brazilian island with a good camera in your hand and two pretty girls next to you.
What do you do?

An amateur modelling seance, of course..📸

Photography credits: me
Semi-willing models: Estefi and Jacqueline 😊

07/05/2025

ILHA DA PAQUETÁ 🏝️

Unknown to many foreigners, there is a small island inside the bay of Rio de Janeiro (Bahia de Guanabara) only a 45 min ferry ride away from the center of Rio, that is a little paradise of its own.

Cars are not allowed on the island, which is a blessing, and when you walk along its shores you encounter quiant old houses of many colours, churches, food stores, a few tourist shops and a good number of tropical birds.

On a sunny 35 degrees Carioca Summer Saturday, it is hard to think of something better to do, so we jumped on an early 8AM ferry towards Ilha da Paquetá…

07/05/2025

THOSE RIO THINGS…🇧🇷

Estefi and I rented what seemed like a decent and comfortable room right in the middle of Avenida Nossa Senhora de Copacabana during our first week in Rio.

This is the main avenue of Copacabana and seemed like a good place to be located.

We did wonder why we kept seeing a number of random people getting off on our fourth floor - but thought nothing of it, until our last day in this apartment building, when we discovered that the neighbour apartments “spa and relaxation” offer wasn’t exactly the kind of spa offer we thought it to be originally…😝

Oh well, what happens in Rio, stays in Rio, I guess.

05/05/2025

SALGEUIRO’s SAMBA NIGHTS: A Saturday Evening Well Spent 🇧🇷

Rio de Janeiro doesn’t just do Carnival - Rio is Carnival!
And nowhere is that more evident than in the samba schools, where passion, rhythm, and a little friendly competition turn rehearsals into full-blown spectacles.

Think of it like a Brazilian football league, but instead of scoring goals, they’re delivering incredible performances with feathers, sequins, and infectious beats. There’s even a Division 1 and a Division 2, meaning yes - samba teams get relegated and promoted just like in sports!
The samba schools are in it to win, with months of preparation leading up to their grand moment at Carnival. It´s serious business and the schools have fans like other sports teams.

Outside of Carnival season, samba schools open their doors for weekend rehearsal nights - aka one of the best things you can do in Rio. We decided to check out Salgueiro, one of the more famous samba schools, and let’s just say… it didn’t disappoint.

The energy? Electric
The music? Non-stop.
The dancing? Highly skilled (I actually know how to dance samba from having been part of three Carnivals).

Estefi, Jacqueline, and I threw ourselves into the rhythm, doing our best to mimic the pros. As seasoned Latinas, the girls are born to move, though this wasn’t Colombian salsa..
The pace? Fast.
The vibe? Unforgettable.
The sweat? Abundant.

Only hair in the soup is that Salgueiro lies in a bad neighbourhood (Andarai) of Rio and getting in and out of it at the early hours of the morning can be a somewhat scary experience.

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