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In 1502 a Portuguese expedition exploring the coast of Brazil arrived at the mouth of what they erroneously believed to be a great river flowing out into the Atlantic between two headlands (which was later revealed to be Guanabara Bay). The … [Continue reading]
The weather is trying to be happy today, which is enough to entice the Cariocas (natives of Rio) to the beach. And it’s not long before Christi and I join them. This morning we're going to explore the slightly more up market Ipanema beach (and … [Continue reading]
An overnight bus ride to Ouro Prêto beckons. I’m so over these damn night buses, but needs must when the devil drives or some such rot. Moreover, the bus does not leave until 11.30 pm while Christi and I have to check-out from the hotel Apa at … [Continue reading]
The bus ride from Rio de Janeiro to Ouro Prêto is…unpleasant. The seats are uncomfortable, there’s no food, and not a steward in sight. All Christi and I have is a very argumentative driver and a long bumpy road. We do, however, arrive on time. I … [Continue reading]
After a leisurely breakfast we throw on our wet-weather gear and continue exploring. Today we are going further afield, to the Eastern parish for more church spotting. We walk the soggy cobblestone streets, occasionally scratching our heads as we … [Continue reading]
Christi and I roam around Ouro Prêto one last time this morning, soaking up the atmosphere, poking around yet another church (Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo), and generally enjoying this idyllic colonial gem. We leave Ouro Prêto with regret. I wish … [Continue reading]
It’s a 90-minute flight with TRIP airlines from Manaus to the port town of Tefé in the heart of the Amazon. Christi and I are met at the airport and whisked away in an air-conditioned SUV to the dockside to continue our journey by private boat. … [Continue reading]
As usual with wildlife adventures you have to be up early to watch the critters at play, although judging by the noisy nighttime shenanigans the little buggers were partying all night. Aside from birdcalls, frog croaks, and the black caiman … [Continue reading]
Another walk in the woods to begin the day. Christi and I even clamber up to a viewing platform, although the builders must have been incredibly optimistic people as the platform is in the middle of impenetrable jungle! With little action on … [Continue reading]
Our time at Mamirauá has fairly flown by and Christi and I are down to our last short hike to a lily pond. Off the water and away from the lodge, wildlife photography is very challenging because the jungle canopy is so damn dense and the animals … [Continue reading]
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