After spending a few weeks traveling through Brazil, visiting various cities, interacting with locals, sampling the local foods, and doing some forro dancing, I’ve made …
Trip Journal
Traveler vs Tourist: Why Does It Matter?
What’s the difference between a tourist and a traveler? To many, the answer is similar, but not the same. While a tourist is a traveler, …
Unusual Epicurean Pursuits: Eating My First Pet In Ecuador
The body is sliced down the middle, opened like a thick book, on top of sizzling coals. Tiny hands, still with finger nails, reach into …
Making Connections Through Mate Drinking In Argentina
“Welcome to the party!” greets Javier, opening the door to let me into his apartment. I met Javier on CouchSurfing when posting on the Mendoza, …