Christ the Redeemer is on everyone’s bucket list when they visit the beautiful Rio de Janeiro. It is the top attraction in Rio and one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. Towering over the city atop Corcovado mountain, the statue is visible from all over Rio. Nearly 2 million visitors a year go up the mountain for a closer look. Here are the top travel tips to help plan your visit to this incredible statue.
Itacare, Brazil can feel like its own magical little world: Stunning beaches. Warming sunshine. Blue skies. Monkeys in the streets. It's a relaxing place where you don't really need to do anything to have an amazing time. But if you need to know you're not missing out on the best activities and places to visit on your vacation to Itacare, this article is for you.
Yes, it’s true - visiting a foreign country can be cheaper than living at home. Depending on your travel style and your destination, traveling abroad can be significantly cheaper than the sum of all of the costs associated with living in the U.S. Our infographic, Traveling Abroad is Cheaper than Staying Home, shows how the costs stack up. We compare the cost of living in five U.S. cities to the average costs of travel in five different countries around the world. The results can be quite surprising and inspirational. Many travelers take off every year, leaving their jobs, homes, and belongings behind to experience the joy of long term travel. Hopefully some of these statistics in our infographic will encourage you to do the same. If you can give up your job for a little while (or if you’re unemployed), and can minimize your expenses at home, travel can become a financial reality.
Known as "the marvelous city," Rio de Janeiro is one of the hottest travel destinations in the world, and the most visited city in all of the southern hemisphere. Nature lovers and city slickers alike can find something to enjoy in the various terrains Rio has to offer, from its mountains and rain forests to the beaches and concrete playground of the city center. With the Summer Olympics quickly approaching, the costs to visit Rio de Janeiro are expected to skyrocket.
In July 2010, Matt and Tran of Backpack Forever left their settled lives in Houston, Texas to embark on a five-month journey to Central and South America. Their trip led them through Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, the Guianas, Brazil, and Argentina. They’re back in the U.S. for now and have agreed to share their thoughts on "the truth about travel."