BrazilPraia do Leme22°57’57” S 43°10’24” W
July 18, 2024 in Brazil ⋅ ☀️ 18 °C
So this morning marks the day that we go our separate ways as I head to the US and Dan heads back home.
We've spent much of the past few days reminiscing about our favourite and funniest memories,Read more
BrazilMorro da Urca22°57’6” S 43°9’54” W
July 17, 2024 in Brazil ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C
As the grand finale to our final day we headed up the Sugarloaf Mountain cable car just in time for sunset.
It was a stunning and spectacular way to end our 5 months together looking out to theRead more
TravelerAwwh Greg, it has been an amazing journey the two of you have shared. Dan has been sharing lots of stories. I have missed that quick wit and sarcasm!!! Hope you have a great time in the good old US of A. I shall keep tabs on your adventures via your ever informative and entertaining penguin page. Take good care of yourself. We'll have to all have a get together when you get back. x
BrazilPraia do Leme22°57’52” S 43°10’13” W
July 17, 2024 in Brazil ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
At last we made it to Copacabana Beach in the sun! First of all we treated ourselves to a delicious fish and chips and I opted for a margarita, what dreams are made of!
We had a go in the water andRead more
BrazilPraia do Leblon22°59’9” S 43°12’58” W July 17, 2024 in Brazil ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
We then took a stroll down to Ipanema Beach. After stopping for a drink we walked all the way up to and onto the point separating Ipanema and Copacabana.
BrazilParque do Cantagalo22°58’44” S 43°12’6” W
July 17, 2024 in Brazil ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
This morning we were out relatively early to make the most of our last full day of the trip together! First of all we took an Uber to Lagoa Rodrigo which we'd drove past a couple of times previouslyRead more
BrazilLargo do Machado22°55’56” S 43°10’39” W
July 16, 2024 in Brazil ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
After having some dinner we decided to enjoy a couple of games of pool. We've not enjoyed a proper table for a while now so we were back to our Championship title fight. On this occasion I managed toRead more
BrazilChrist the Redeemer22°57’7” S 43°12’37” W July 16, 2024 in Brazil ⋅ ☁️ 21 °C
The many balconies around the monument gave for stunning panoramic views over the city, it's beaches and the national park, and of course the Maracana stadium!
BrazilChrist the Redeemer22°57’7” S 43°12’38” W
July 16, 2024 in Brazil ⋅ ☁️ 21 °C
Last night we headed for our final night out in Rio, to the absolutely heaving streets of Pedro do Sal where you could barely move for the number of people. It was good fun and certainly an experienceRead more
BrazilMorro da Saúde22°53’38” S 43°11’17” W
July 15, 2024 in Brazil ⋅ ☁️ 22 °C
Our final stop of the day was to the Centro area. There are some huge murals, a nice waterfront area and some cool buildings. We then headed through a huge chaotic market which I have no pictures of,Read more
BrazilCopacabana Beach22°58’23” S 43°11’8” W
July 15, 2024 in Brazil ⋅ ☁️ 23 °C
Next up we headed to a very cloudy Copacabana beach, not quite the full experience but it definitely has potential on a nice day. We'll be back!
The beach being quiet meant we got lots of attentionRead more
TravelerSo glad you could share the last magnificent 5 months together. School buddies and now travelling companions. You’ve had the time of your lives with many a tale to tell. You’ve achieved and experienced so much. Well Done. 👏 Safe journey guys x x
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TravelerYOU'VE HAD A FANTASTIC 5 MONTHS LADS 🌎