by Alice Assad | Dec. 16, 2025 | Brazil
The Chocolate Route, in southern Bahia, has just earned recognition that goes beyond awards or certifications: it has been included on the Brazilian Map of Responsible Tourism, in the Sustainability category. This recognition attests that a tourist itinerary can, and...
by Alice Assad | Sept. 1, 2025 | Blog, Brazil
Brazil is a country of continental proportions and unparalleled biodiversity. Yet many travelers have no idea of the wealth of experiences available in the country—some of which are just as unique and life-changing as those we seek in international destinations. The...
by Alice Assad | Aug. 1, 2025 | Brazil, Destinations
Imagine a white-sand desert dotted with crystal-clear lagoons that appear after the rains. Now add golden sunsets, welcoming riverside communities, and a genuine connection with nature. This is what the Lençóis Maranhenses are like—one of the most...
by Alice Assad | July 4, 2025 | Blog, Brazil
Curitiba is one of Brazil's most organized, sustainable, and welcoming cities—and if you haven't added it to your bucket list yet, maybe it's time to reconsider. Known as Brazil's ecological capital, it stands out for its parks, urban planning...
by Alice Assad | July 1, 2025 | Blog, Brazil
My bucket list came about after watching “Before I Go.” I started out with big dreams—I included restaurants, art exhibitions, and about 20 destinations. A lot has changed, but Curitiba has always been on the list. And now, after visiting it, I understand why. Curitiba is one of those...
by Alice Assad | June 20, 2025 | Blog, Brazil
I recently returned from a trip that made me think a lot about time—about how we’re always racing against it, losing ourselves in it, and almost forgetting to simply be present. I went to Cambará do Sul, a place where time seems to breathe differently, among...
