Barra Grande, Bahia 🇧🇷 Die mühsame Anreise zu einem echten Geheimtipp
Von außen mag Barra Grande auf der Halbinsel Maraú wie ein unberührtes Idyll wirken, doch der Weg dorthin ist nichts für schwache Nerven. Die letzte Etappe der Anreise führt über eine 80 km lange, holprige Erdstraße, die mit unzähligen Schlaglöchern gespickt ist – eine Fahrt, die einem Schweizer Käse gleicht. Doch wer die Strapazen auf…
Read More5 Best Value Hotels in Bahia 🇧🇷 Charming Stays for Couples
Bahia, with its stunning tropical landscapes, deserted beaches, and warm hospitality, draws people from all over Brazil and beyond. Life moves slower here. When you travel by plane to Porto Seguro, you’ll meet couples from São Paulo and other bustling cities choosing Bahia for their honeymoon, seeking relaxation and quiet moments.  Excitedly,…
Read MoreBahiatropical Review: Digital Nomad Discovery in Tropical Tranquil Canavieiras 🇧🇷
Digital Nomad Discovery: Live and Work in Canavieiras, Experiencing the Unique Blend of Deserted Island and Tranquil Cobblestone Historical Town at Pousada Bahiatropical—for the Price of a Hostel. Nestled within the historic heart of Canavieiras, Brazil, Pousada Bahiatropical emerges as a tranquil retreat where the essence of island living harmonizes with everyday rhythms.…
Read MoreCanavieiras, Bahia 🇧🇷 Ein Ort für Touristen oder eine langfristige Heimat?
Im Jahr 2024 habe ich zum dritten Mal Canavieiras besucht, eine Stadt mit 30.000 Einwohnern im brasilianischen Bundesstaat Bahia. Bahia ist der Staat mir der längsten Küstenlinie des Landes. Das Leben hier ist entspannter, das Klima warm, aber nicht zu heiß, und die Struktur ist weniger organisiert als in anderen Ecken des Landes. Mehrmals…
Read MoreCity Life or Country Living: Paraguay Real Estate Guide
(This article on Paraguay real estate was originally published on HaveYourAdventure.com) When it comes to finding a safe home or investment property in Paraguay, two key options stand out: urban apartments in Asuncion and gated, lakefront properties by Lake Ypacarai. Whether you’re looking for city conveniences or countryside peace, both choices offer security and a…
Read MoreBrazilian Culture Clashes Under the Hood 🇧🇷
This post offers a glimpse into my forthcoming travel memoir after three years of cultural yin and yang across Brazil and the rest of South America. Any suggestions for publishers? Contact me! We stopped at a red light, where a man with two kids hesitated at the curb. He tilted his head and mouthed…
Read MoreDisappointed in Medellin: Housing Horrors & Car Chaos 🇨🇴
What do you think is the favorite country of travelers in South America? 90% of all travelers I‘ve met had their favorite country in common: Colombia. Over three years we‘ve been driving all over the continent in search of the best place to live. I asked every traveler where they had liked it…
Read MoreMy Return to Abadiânia and the Casa de Dom Inácio 🇧🇷
Outside Casa de Dom Inacio, my stomach grumbled. Nose blocked, I took a deep breath. A tingling sensation in my arm demanded attention. Shaking it off, I crossed the threshold. Casa de Dom Inacio in Abadiânia faced controversy in 2018. Over 600 abuse accusations targeted Joao de Deus. Despite his absence today, the Casa…
Read MoreWrong Tires in Ecuador? A Merry Christmas Tale with Police 🇪🇨
It was two days before Christmas. Paul and I were driving along a calm road somewhere between Guayaquil and Quito, in the coastal region of Ecuador. We read in one of the Whatsapp groups that there was going to be an Overlander Christmas Party. A Christmas dinner organized by a German campground owner at his…
Read MoreTraveling to Colombia? Here’s What You Need to Know About Hotel Tax for Tourists 🇨🇴
Are you planning a trip to Colombia? As a tourist, it’s important to know about hotel tax, also known as VAT/IVA. This is a short summary of what to be aware of when checking into hotels in Colombia. Before you travel to Colombia! Are you aware of these common (and genius!) tourist scams in…
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