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The Ultimate Guide to Iguazu Falls Courtesy of a Solo Traveler

Iguazu Falls is one of the New Natural Wonders of the World, and with good reason. With 275 individual waterfalls that plummet into a giant divide between the Brazilian and Argentinian borders, it’s a massive attraction that needs at least two days to explore thoroughly. After spending a whole week in the area, I learned a lot about the falls, the highlights and benefits of seeing them in each country, border crossings, a special nighttime tour, and transportation. Now, I shall pass my findings onto you!

When in Brazil: A Sunset Helicopter Ride Over Rio de Janeiro

While Rio de Janeiro is a real babe from the ground, she’s even more spectacular from the sky. If you’re heading to the Cidade Maravilhosa (Wonderful City) and like me, have always dreamed of being a human drone, do yourself a favor and book a helicopter tour at sunset. It’s not as expensive as you may think, and it’s worth every single Brazilian real. Here’s what you need to know.

12 Reasons to Run Away to Jericoacoara, Brazil

Located in the eastern Brazilian state of Ceará, the secluded and magical beach town of Jericoacoara should be high on your Brazilian bucket list. If you want to get away from it all, yet still have everything you need at your fingertips, this is a great place to escape. I don’t know how I’d never heard of it before I got to Brazil- it’s the best kind of paradise and I don’t think the world has even realized it yet. It shouldn’t take too much convincing, but I’d like to offer 12 very good reasons why you should visit at least once in your life.