Olinda, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Pernambuco, Brazil, is renowned for its preserved colonial architecture and cultural traditions. Founded in 1535, it thrives on tourism and local artisanal trades, featuring highlights like Alto da Sé and vibrant cultural festivals that celebrate its rich history and modern spirit.
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Northern Brazilian Beach Resorts

The journey through Brazil’s northern and eastern coast highlights the stunning beach resorts of Jericoacoara, Canoa Quebrada, and Praia da Pipa. Each destination offers unspoilt landscapes, rich local culture, and unique experiences, combining relaxation with adventure amidst pristine natural environments.
Continue readingSão Luís and Lençóis Maranhenses National Park

São Luís, the capital of Maranhão, Brazil, is a vibrant mix of colonial architecture, Afro-Brazilian culture, and tropical landscapes. Known for its UNESCO-listed historic center, the city serves as a commercial hub and gateway to the stunning Lençóis Maranhenses National Park and offers unique cultural experiences.
Continue readingThe Amazon Delta – Vast Labyrinth of Waterways Between Macapá and Belém

The Amazon Delta, spanning the region between Macapá and Belém, is a vast network of rivers, islands, and mangroves that forms one of the world’s largest river deltas. This intricate landscape teems with wildlife and showcases the immense biodiversity of the Amazon, offering a unique glimpse into the remote and water-bound communities of northern Brazil.
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Our Dragoman journey from Suriname, next took us across the Maroni River by ferry to and into French Guiana at Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, the final leg of the trip through the Guianas. Despite being in South America, …
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Travel blog on Dragoman truck through Suriname: Nieuw Nickerie,
Paramaribo, Bigi Pans, Anaula
Guyana 🇬🇾 – Heart of South America’s Untamed Wilderness

Travel Blog to Guyana, Georgetown and Kaieteur Falls
Continue readingManaus – Heart of the Amazon

Manaus, the largest city in the Amazon Basin, blends modernity, history, and nature at the confluence of the Rio Negro and Amazon River. Its iconic sites like Teatro Amazonas and thriving markets offer a gateway to the rainforest and showcase its enormous biodiversity.
Continue readingLeticia – The Amazon and Three Countries

Leticia, Colombia, serves as a dynamic gateway to the Amazon, where Colombia, Brazil, and Peru converge. From boat trips on the Amazon River to encountering indigenous wildlife, pink dolphins, and vibrant parakeets in Parque Santander, this frontier town offers a rich blend of culture, nature, and adventure deep within the rainforest.
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After a long bus journey from Medellín we arrived in Cartagena on the Caribbean coast to complete the South American leg of the Pan American Highway all the way from the end of the world …
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