So on my trip to South America, I decided to spend a day in Montevideo, Uruguay. The entire time, I have been mispronouncing the name (what else is new 🤐). The correct pronunciation is [MON] + [TI] + [VI] + [DAY] + [OH]. Anywho, as …
Category: South America
The Essential Guide for Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is a bit of an enigma. With some areas having a look and feel of a European city transplanted to South America, and others with undeniably Latin flair. However, it does meld together to create an atmosphere that is totally unique to the …
The Essential Guide for Rio de Janeiro
Every year I pick a country or two to celebrate my birthday. This year, I decided to celebrate my milestone in South America with Brazil being one of the countries, in particular, Rio de Janeiro. Rio de Janeiro or simply “Rio” is one of the …
Iguazu Falls: Brazil and Argentina
Have you heard of Iguazu Falls? Do you know where it is? Do you know that it is one of the new natural seven wonders of the world? Iguazu Falls Facts The Iguazu Falls are waterfalls of the Iguazu River forming the border between Brazil …
The Street Art of Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro is not only about paradise beaches and caipirinha. It is also a city where street art is commonplace both near the hustle and bustle of the beaches and on your way into the Chapeu Mangueira favela. Street Art along the way to the …