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Welcome to the Next Stop: Brazil Blog
Here you'll find curated travel itineraries for some of Brazil's best travel destinations, guides for visiting the best tourist attractions, and my personal food & accommodation recommendations. Feeling more adventurous? Find guides to help you get off the beaten path and discover some of Brazil's best hidden gems.
12 incredible things to see and do in the Amazon Rainforest, Brazil
The Brazilian Amazon is not a single destination but a vast region the size of a continent, stitched together by an immense network of...
Oct 2
Where are the best places to see sand dunes in Brazil?
Thinking of Brazil often brings to mind images of dense green tropical rainforests and beaches. However, Brazil is actually home to a...
Sep 26
Is Brazil safe to visit? The safest Brazilian cities for security-conscious travellers
Brazil attracts millions of visitors each year with its beaches, culture, and natural landscapes. At the same time, safety is a common...
Sep 4
How to spend 3 days in Boipeba, Bahia: 3 day travel itinerary
Visiting Boipeba is a must for travellers looking to experience one of Brazil’s most pristine island destinations, located in the state...
Sep 1
How to spend 4 days in Morro de Sao Paulo, Bahia: 4 day travel itinerary
Visiting Morro de São Paulo is a popular choice for travellers wanting to experience one of Brazil’s most well-known island...
Aug 26
Best beaches to visit in the Northeast region of Brazil in 2025
The Northeast region of Brazil has a diverse selection of beaches, each offering completely unique experiences - from hang-gliding over...
Aug 23
The 8 best multi-day hikes in Brazil: Trekking vacations for adventurous travellers
Brazil is a vast country with a wide variety of landscapes that make it a compelling destination for travellers who enjoy active...
Aug 8
How to get to Pipa from Salvador: Avoid this common mistake!
Traveling to the surf town of Pipa on the coast, to the Bahia's capital city of Salvador  is a fairly long trip, but can be made quicker...
Aug 1
The best hiking destinations in Brazil: Trekking vacations for active travellers
Brazil has an extensive network of hiking destinations that range from tropical rainforest to high-altitude savannah. While many...
Jul 29
How to hike the Four Beaches Trail in Itacare: Itacarezinho, Camboinha, Havaizinho, and Engenhoca
The Four Beaches Trail (Trilha das Quatro Praias) in Itacare , a tropical surf town in Bahia , connects four of Itacare's most beautiful...
Jul 23
How to get to Usina Waterfall in Itacare: Trail map to Usina Waterfall and Jeribucacu
Usina Waterfall (Cachoeira da Usina) is a small freshwater cascade located in the Atlantic Forest near Jeribucaçu Beach in Itacare ,...
Jul 20
The 7 Deadly Sins of Travel in Brazil: Brazilian culture & what not to do
Traveling in Brazil is a unique adventure, from the vibrant cities to the stunning beaches and Amazon jungle. But if you want to make it...
Jul 10
The ultimate Brazil 2 week travel itinerary: A little taste of Brazil
You’ll start at the jaw-dropping Iguaçu Falls , swim in crystal-clear island waters at one of the best beaches in Brazil Ilha Grande ,...
Jun 28
The ultimate 5 day travel itinerary for Salvador, Brazil
Salvador, the capital of the Brazilian state of Bahia, is one of the oldest colonial cities in the Americas and a cultural epicenter of...
Jun 25
How to get from Itacare to Salvador: Avoid this common mistake!
Traveling from the surf town of Itacare , to Bahia 's capital city of Salvador  is easy and should only take you around 6 hours - if you...
Jun 19
The ultimate 4 day travel itinerary for Jericoacoara, Brazil
Jericoacoara , located in the state of Ceará in northeastern Brazil, is a small coastal village situated within the Jericoacoara National...
Jun 13
The Festa Literária Internacional de Paraty (FLIP) 2025: Brazil's biggest literary festival
The Festa Literária Internacional de Paraty (FLIP), the annual international literary festival held in Paraty each year, is one of...
Jun 10
The ultimate 2 month travel itinerary for Brazil
Dreaming of an unforgettable trip through Brazil? If you're ready to spend two months of traveling from the southern border to the far...
Jun 1
Review: Boat tour to Cleandro Waterfall in Itacare, Brazil
If you're visiting Itacaré and looking for a unique, off-the-beaten-path adventure, the Cachoeira do Cleandro ( Cleandro Waterfall) boat...
May 19
The ultimate 5 day travel itinerary for Itacare, Brazil
Tucked between the Atlantic Rainforest and the turquoise waters of Bahia’s Cacao Coast, Itacaré  is a laid-back surf town that's become a...
May 16
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