The captivating beauty of Rio’s iconic mountains, beaches, and landmarks are best viewed from up high. We hiked Trilhas de Morro Dois Irmãos, which is a rock formation located in the Vidigal. Here’s a complete guide to hiking your way up to one of the most incredible views of the city:
One of Rio de Janeiro’s most recognizable landmarks is Christ the Redeemer. Wherever you go in Rio, you will see this glorious statue watching over the city. It attracts 3,000- 4,000 visitors daily, or over a million visitors each year. People from all over the world travel to come and do the most to get a picture with the statue. However, as you can imagine, with such a popular attraction, picture taking is a challenge! Here are 5 of the 100s of hilarious attempts I made at getting a half-way decent shot with Christ the Redeemer:
Going on a Rio de Janeiro vacation has been on my travel bucket list for years! After several failed attempts at trying to visit the vibrant city, it finally worked out! Here’s a guide and travel tips for spending 6-days in Rio de Janeiro.
2017 was the year I vowed to myself to live FULLY & BOLDLY, despite unpleasant surprises life threw my way! I promised myself that no matter what, I would be the owner of my own happiness, which is a process and not an outcome. This year, my journey to living intentionally took me to 7 countries across 4 continents. Here’s a recap of my most memorable domestic and international travel moments of 2017:
My winter will start off a little warm this year, as I’m spending a couple of weeks exploring Brazil! We plan on spending the majority of our time in Rio, Salvador, and Iguaçu Falls, which will be hot, humid, and rainy at times. While Brazil is known for its beautiful beaches, this packing list doesn’t focus on how many bikinis or shorts you should pack. Here’s the packing list for travelers who want to explore Brazil in a more adventurous way:
In 2017, I’ve visited seven countries while working a full-time job. A common and legitimate question I often receive is “How do you travel so much?”. Ask and you shall receive, here’s a sneak peak into how I maximize my time and resources to support my travel lifestyle:
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‘Tis the season of giving! As I have gotten older, I tend to gift more functional and meaningful items. Here’s my curated holiday gift guide for my fellow functional gift givers who are on a budget. It includes my favorite Amazon finds under $25 that will keep travel lovers organized, safe, comfortable, plugged in, and will help them preserve memories while traveling.
This past year, I’ve made a concerted effort to figure out and be comfortable with wearing my hair natural while traveling abroad. I’m pleased to announce that, although the journey with my curly hair and traveling was long, I finally got it down to a manageable routine! Here are my curly hair necessities for traveling abroad:
I’m a city girl at heart (born and raised in NYC), but over the years I’ve developed a deep appreciation for nature and greenery. Singapore is an interesting mix of the two. The country is committed to staying true to the feeling of being a “City in a Garden”. In Singapore you’ll see world class modern architecture surrounded by an abundance of plants and trees. Although small in size, 278 square miles, Singapore is one of Asia’s largest economic and industrial powerhouses.
Memories of Bali’s luscious green jungle landscape, undulating rice fields, stunning Hindu temples, volcanoes and the warm spirit of Balinese people are still very fresh in my mind. I recommend a trip to Bali for anyone who enjoys relaxing travel, mixed with adventure and vibrant culture. Here are some useful things to know before you visit Bali: