Part of my preparations for my upcoming travel, I always do some advance research and readings: read some blogs, search for tips and try to weigh down reviews from other travelers as well. While finalizing my itinerary, I always check and double check if my schedules are well laid out, no time conflicts and should provide enough time in between activities. This will help me manage my time... continue
Category Archives: RIO DE JANEIRO
RIO DE JANEIRO… At the Sugar Loaf Mountain
After a quick city tour, we drove straight to Urca neighborhood to which the terminal of the cable car to Sugar Loaf Mountain is located. We got off the bus and lucky for us, there’s no queue. We went straight to the waiting area because our tour guide was taking our tickets at the counter. At the waiting area, it’s fascinating to see the cable cars on the two mountains. By the way, there... continue
RIO DE JANEIRO… A Glimpse of Downtown Rio
I used to travel alone. I am keen on organizing things, keeping track of my schedules and maximizing the time spent to one place. I am the type of person that when I travel, I see to it I will visit the must-see places in the area. When planning my route/itinerary, I list all the attractions and have an advance reading on it. Some say it is better to DIY (do-it-yourself) tour, check on the mode... continue
RIO DE JANEIRO… Everything Copacabana
When in Brazil particularly in Rio de Janeiro, it is a must that you have to visit the world’s famous Copacabana Beach, known for its 4 kilometer long beach facing the Atlantic Ocean. When I searched for hotels, I was trying to look for budget hotels/hostels or rental properties but it’s quite far from Copacabana so I changed my search to beachfront areas. Most of the beachfront hotels are... continue
Conquer South America: A 2-week Journey
Below are the only countries in South America offering no visa for Filipinos. Bolivia – 90 days Brazil – 90 days Colombia – 90 days Ecuador – 90 days Peru – 183 days Suriname – 90 days So I grab the opportunity to visit my two favorite countries for two weeks: Brazil and Peru. Why Brazil? Mainly because Brazil is the home of... continue