Archive for the 'South America' Category

Welcome to Brasilia

Brasilia is the capital of Brazil… an original name, I know. As someone who enjoys new experiences, this definitely made the top 10. Such as something you’d see in a movie about a foreigner visiting a large Latin American family, this was no different. We left for Brasilia from Rio on Saturday morning a few […]

Bonito

Close to the border of Paraguay and Brasil (yes, I spell it with an ‘s’ now). Julia (+ family) and I, traveled to Bonito a couple weeks back, thanks to Marcelo, who had planned the trip right down to every detail. Our first day, we went snorkeling down a river (for about 3 hours), populated […]

London to Rio

Funny how things end up. You travel to Europe, and it takes you to Brazil. Twice. Soon to be thrice. Brazil is an amazing, under-rated country. Beautiful and rebellious. The people are friendly and welcoming. You learn what to do and what not to do quickly. Back in 2011, Jordan and I traveled back to […]

A New Year

I have to say, 2011 is going to be one tough year to beat. This last year is one for the record books. I’m sure going to try though! To the people I met and adventures we shared! CHEERS! Wishing you all a safe and happy new year!

Time is on my side

Well, turns out I have all the time in the world. Summer is officially gone. The weather outside is windy and rainy. Makes me think of Europe… and miss it. Biking across Canada seems unlikely for the following summer, so the planning process is underway for a new adventure. ‘Where’ to go is the decision […]