• Adventure,  Beach

    Idyllic Ilha Grande

    Ilha Grande, located off the coast between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, is one of Brazil’s most beautiful islands. Covered in lush Atlantic forest and ringed with pristine beaches and crystal clear seas, this tropical paradise is a popular destination for locals and travellers alike. And after a week of being rained on in the colonial town of Paraty,…

  • Beach

    Hostel Spotlight: Hostel Do Morro – Florianópolis

    I had not intended to write about individual hostels in any shape or form but Hostel do Morro was so exceptional it may have started a new theme within this blog. To be clear, the Hostel is not overly decadent or luxurious, having the standard amenities such as a shared kitchen  and shared bathroom (But there’s a Kettle!!!) . It…