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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.
Brazil Wildlife Guide: 18 Crazy Animals of the Amazon Rainforest, Pantanal & more
Brazil is home to a wide range of ecosystems, each supporting distinct wildlife adapted to its environment. With 6 distinct biomes -...
Mar 27
Top 10 Brazil vacation packages: Save money on a package holiday
Dreaming of lying on a beach, reading a book and sipping a cold coconut? Or exploring a bustling city with world-class cuisine? No matter...
Mar 22
Brazil vacation packages: The 15 best all-inclusive resorts in Brazil
When planning a trip to Brazil, choosing an all-inclusive resort can make for a stress-free and luxurious experience. These resorts...
Mar 8
The 12 Most Popular Carnival Blocos in Salvador: 2025 bloco schedule & what to wear
The Carnival in Salvador, the heart of Bahia, is an electrifying celebration known for its trio elétrico parades, transforming the city...
Feb 27
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
10 things to see and do in Salvador when it rains
Salvador, the capital of Bahia, is best known for being the center of Afro-Brazilian culture, its colonial history, and its proximity to...
Jan 29
What are blocos de carnaval? Bloco schedule for Brazil Carnaval, 2025
The blocos, also called "bloco de rua" or "bloco de carnaval", are community-organized street parties that have become the lifeblood of...
Jan 23
10 best things to do in Salvador da Bahia and where to find them
Salvador , the capital of Bahia, is a city that reflects Brazil's Afro-Brazilian heritage, colonial past, and coastal geography. Founded...
Jan 17
How to spend 7 days in Southern Bahia, Brazil: Travel Itinerary for Porto Seguro
Embark on a week-long adventure through Southern Bahia, exploring some of its most breathtaking coastal towns—Porto Seguro, Arraial...
Dec 20, 2024
The Ultimate Bahia Road Trip Itinerary: Porto Seguro to Salvador, Brazil
Embark on an unforgettable road trip through Bahia, one of Brazil's most beautiful states. This road trip will take you from Porto Seguro...
Nov 21, 2024
How to get to Vale do Capao from Lencois, Chapada Diamantina
If you’re traveling to the Chapada Diamantina National Park and are planning to visit the beautiful Vale do Capão from Lençóis, you’re...
Oct 20, 2024
Travel itinerary: How to spend 7 days in Chapada Diamantina & hike Vale do Pati
Chapada Diamantina National Park , located in the heart of Bahia, Brazil, is a paradise for nature lovers, hikers, and adventure seekers....
Oct 1, 2024
10 Best Day Trips in Chapada Diamantina, Brazil
Chapada Diamantina is a hiker's paradise with numerous stunning waterfalls, natural pools, and breathtaking viewpoints. Whether you are...
Sep 24, 2024
13 Best Brazilian Foods: Top Foods and Drinks You Have to Try When You Visit Brazil
Brazil is a vast country with a rich and diverse culinary heritage. Each region offers unique dishes that reflect its history, climate,...
Sep 20, 2024
How to get to Boipeba from Morro de Sao Paulo, by land
Despite being neighboring islands, Morro de São Paulo and Boipeba are not as well connected as you would expect. No direct boats run...
Aug 23, 2024
The 10 Best Beaches for Surfing in Brazil
Brazil is a surfer's paradise, with its vast coastline offering a diverse range of surf spots for all levels of surfers. From the...
Jun 27, 2024
Brazilian Capoeira: The Martial Art Every Traveler Should Try
Capoeira is much more than a martial art; it’s a cultural experience, an artistic expression, and a vibrant community. Originating in...
Jun 27, 2024
Beyond Rio: Where Else to Celebrate Carnival in Brazil in 2025
Tickets for Rio de Janeiro Carnival 2026 are already on sale. Check here  to find out how to get tickets and don't forget you book your...
Jun 26, 2024
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