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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.
The Best Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants in Brazil
Brazil is a country widely known for its meat - especially barbecue, and the national dish Feijoada. Despite this, vegetarian and vegan...
22 hours ago
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 best beaches in Itacare, Brazil and how to get to them
Itacare , a small beach town located in the state of Bahia, Brazil, is known for having some of the best beaches in Brazil. The beaches...
Jul 12
What is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and where to try a BJJ class in Brazil
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is more than just a martial art; it’s a transformative experience, a discipline that builds mental resilience,...
Jul 1
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
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
Itacare Daily Nightlife Guide: Where to Go Out in Itacare, Brazil
Itacaré , located in the state of Bahia in Brazil, is the small beach town that has it all. It has beautiful palm-tree lined beaches,...
Apr 16
What is Altinha? Brazil's unique beach sport
Altinha is a popular beach sport in Brazil blending beach volleyball and football. It emphasizes skill, coordination, and team work. It...
Feb 10
The top 5 digital nomad hotspots in Brazil for 2025
Brazil is quickly becoming a favorite destination for digital nomads, thanks to its natural beauty, vibrant culture, and the introduction...
Dec 9, 2024
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