🎧 Follow the show here— it really helps Adventure Diaries reach more listeners. Thank you. Chris sits down with Brazilian conservation biologist Letícia Benavalli to talk about her work protecting jaguars in the Cerrado — one of the world's most biodiverse yet overlooked biomes. From growing up in S…🎧 Follow the show here— it really helps Adventure Diaries reach more listeners. Thank you. Chris sits down with Brazilian conservation biologist Letícia Benavalli to talk about her work protecting jaguars in the Cerrado — one of the world's most biodiverse yet overlooked biomes. From growing up in São Paulo to founding the Pro Onça Institute, Letícia shares how a childhood fascination with nature led her to track some of the rarest cats on the planet, including melanistic (black) jaguars. She...more
Top ‘90s model, nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner Rosemary Ferguson joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets this week.
In this episode, Rosemary reflects on how travel has shaped her life ever since moving to Brazil as a child, unpacks how she spent a whirlwind 24 hours in Beij…Top ‘90s model, nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner Rosemary Ferguson joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets this week.
In this episode, Rosemary reflects on how travel has shaped her life ever since moving to Brazil as a child, unpacks how she spent a whirlwind 24 hours in Beijing and reveals why she believes you should never visit Ibiza in August…
Plus, Rosemary shares why thinks everyone should see the Amazon Rainforest and highlights how her wellness practices have become a core part of how she travels.
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Places mentioned:
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Malaysia
Portugal
Amazon Rainforest, Brazil
New York City, United States
Krabi, Thailand
Beijing, China
Ibiza, Spain
The Saddle, Scotland
Hotel Argos, Ibiza, Spain
Cherating, Malaysia
Maldives
Rajasthan, India
Elsewhere…Goa, India
Rome, Italy
Marseilles, France
Chapters
00:00 Intro
05:09 Secret 1: Number 1 travel destination everybody should go to
08:35 Secret 2: Most unexpected travel experience
10:52 Secret 3: Most Over or Underrated travel experience
16:45 Secret 4: Best Food & Drink while travelling
We’re taking you to Iguazu Falls, one of the world's greatest natural wonders and largest waterfalls. It has 75 separate cataracts across a span of two and one-half miles, wider than Victoria Falls and higher than Niagara Falls and more dramatic than both. 80% of the falls are on the Argentinian sid…We’re taking you to Iguazu Falls, one of the world's greatest natural wonders and largest waterfalls. It has 75 separate cataracts across a span of two and one-half miles, wider than Victoria Falls and higher than Niagara Falls and more dramatic than both. 80% of the falls are on the Argentinian side and 20% are on the Brazilian side.
Episode Highlights:
• Visiting the Brazilian side of the falls including Devil's Throat
• Visiting the Argentinian side of the falls via the Upper Circuit
• Gran Adventura boat ride to the falls
Where to stay in Iguazu Falls: We loved our stay at Loi Suites, but if you love a luxury stay then consider staying at the Gran Melia.
Don't forget your bug spray!! This is a very tropical, lush, humid area and you will need it. We live and die by this Sawyer insect repellent!
This Iguazu Falls trip was a continuation of a Gate1 guided tour that started in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and then went to Buenos Aires, Argentina so go back and listen to those episodes too!
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In this episode we go to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and share where we stayed, all the best things to do in Rio and share a few tips we learned that will make your visit to Rio a success, like using an airalo e-sim.
Highlights of this trip were taking in the views atop Sugarloaf Mountain, riding the …In this episode we go to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and share where we stayed, all the best things to do in Rio and share a few tips we learned that will make your visit to Rio a success, like using an airalo e-sim.
Highlights of this trip were taking in the views atop Sugarloaf Mountain, riding the cogwheel train to the top of Corcovado Mountain to visit the Christ the Redeemer statue, and walking along the boardwalk of Copacabana beach. Check out all of the tours we think are worth doing in Rio in our Rio de Janeiro Viator Shop.
We stayed right on Copacabana beach at the Windsor Leme Hotel. The rooftop pool had fantastic views of the beach and the dining area had views of the Christ the Redeemer statue. Another great beach is Ipanema Beach and Atlantis Copacabana Hotel straddles both Ipanema and Copacabana beaches.
This Rio de Janeiro trip is the start of a Gate1 guided tour that continued on to Iguazu Falls and Buenos Aires, Argentina so listen to those episodes too!
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Hear about travel to Espírito Santo, Brazil, as the Amateur Traveler talks to Fuse from Fuse Travels about her family's homeland.
Why should you travel to Espírito Santo?
Fuse says, "It is way more affordable than Rio, just as pretty, as far as beaches. It is underrated. So you're not gonna go sig…Hear about travel to Espírito Santo, Brazil, as the Amateur Traveler talks to Fuse from Fuse Travels about her family's homeland.
Why should you travel to Espírito Santo?
Fuse says, "It is way more affordable than Rio, just as pretty, as far as beaches. It is underrated. So you're not gonna go sightseeing and have a swarm of tourists. You really get a feel of local culture. There's some amazing cuisine. Espírito Santo is diverse geography."
Fuse suggests a rich and varied itinerary for a visit to Espírito Santo, Brazil, highlighting cultural, culinary, and natural experiences across several distinct regions. Here's a summary of her top recommendations:
Base yourself in Vila Velha for its better beaches, like Praia da Costa, and walkable access to restaurants, coffee shops, and nightlife.
Visit Convento da Penha, a 16th-century hilltop monastery with panoramic views of the coast.
Tour the Garoto chocolate factory (reserve in advance).
...
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Exploring the Amazon by Luxury Expedition Ship with Seabourn Venture
In this week’s edition of Travel in 10, David Brodie welcomes co-host Tim Johnson back from an unforgettable journey deep into the heart of Brazil’s Amazon rainforest. This episode is your front-row seat to one of the world’s most…Exploring the Amazon by Luxury Expedition Ship with Seabourn Venture
In this week’s edition of Travel in 10, David Brodie welcomes co-host Tim Johnson back from an unforgettable journey deep into the heart of Brazil’s Amazon rainforest. This episode is your front-row seat to one of the world’s most remote and biodiverse destinations—experienced in style aboard Seabourn Venture, a purpose-built luxury expedition ship.
From pink dolphins to piranha fishing, and from remote riverside villages to a stunning theatrical festival in Parintins, this is not your typical cruise. Join us as we explore what it’s like to navigate the world’s largest river system aboard a small ship packed with amenities—and adventure.
In This Episode:
• What makes an expedition cruise ship unique
• Daily wildlife excursions via Zodiac boats, including encounters with pink river dolphins, toucans, and piranhas
• Immersive visits to remote Amazonian villages and a glimpse into riverside life in Brazil
• How the Amazon acts as a superhighway for millions of people—complete with “boat buses” and mobile banking via satellite
• A surprise cultural highlight: a private performance of the Boi Bumbá Festival in Parintins, featuring vibrant costumes, storytelling, and unmatched energy
• What to expect onboard, including luxury suites, spa, jacuzzis, fine dining, and expert-led nightly briefings from naturalists and scientists
• Tips for booking the Amazon portion of Seabourn’s longer transcontinental voyages
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Which country should you choose for your first visit to South America? We assess the attractions and weigh up the pros and cons of four big-hitters: Brazil, Colombia, Argentina and Peru.
I had the opportunity to tell my story, in full, on my friend Tanya Rooney's Tribe Builder podcast - and I thought the interview was so good I wanted to share it with you.We discuss everything, from how and why I gave up a dream job in Brazil (with a paid apartment on Ipanema Beach) to the biggest l…I had the opportunity to tell my story, in full, on my friend Tanya Rooney's Tribe Builder podcast - and I thought the interview was so good I wanted to share it with you.We discuss everything, from how and why I gave up a dream job in Brazil (with a paid apartment on Ipanema Beach) to the biggest limiting beliefs I've had and everything in between.
If you want a behind the scenes look at my last 15 years - and where I think I'm going next - then have a listen!
00:00 Introduction to Freedom and Work
03:10 The Journey from Teaching to Entrepreneurship
05:54 Building a Remote Business and Location Independence
08:45 Creating the Adult Summer Camp Experience
12:00 Balancing Fun and Learning at Camp
14:55 Fostering a Judgment-Free Community
18:02 Navigating Challenges and Building Connections
24:53 The Importance of Listening and Understanding
27:54 Creating Safe Spaces for Personal Growth
28:40 Confronting Self-Limiting Beliefs
30:31 Facing Financial Fears and Commitments
34:24 The Power of Community Support
36:47 Letting Go of Control and Trusting Others
41:03 The Superpower of Connection and Curiosity
43:46 Embracing Uncertainty in Pursuing Goals
44:49 Building Community and Connection
45:54 Identifying Your Ideal Audience
46:47 The Quest for Fulfillment
48:53 Understanding Life Satisfaction
49:54 Financial Insights and Real Estate
56:23 Navigating Entrepreneurial Challenges
01:01:17 The Value of Teamwork in Entrepreneurshipmore
Andrea Sachs of the Washington Post discussed a new scam targeting male vacationers in Brazil, plus what rising anger at Trump Administration' policies and pronouncements may mean for travelers. Then, author Sophie Stuber talked about her recent New York Times article on what you need…Episode Notes
Andrea Sachs of the Washington Post discussed a new scam targeting male vacationers in Brazil, plus what rising anger at Trump Administration' policies and pronouncements may mean for travelers. Then, author Sophie Stuber talked about her recent New York Times article on what you need to know to survive a hotel fire.
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“I came face to face with grizzly bears. I had to befriend drug lords. I saw two people shot dead. I witnessed a guy trying to kill his wife with five gunshots. I crossed the tallest mountains in the world. I had to swim rivers with horses. I was lost in deserts and nothing, absolutely nothing, brou…“I came face to face with grizzly bears. I had to befriend drug lords. I saw two people shot dead. I witnessed a guy trying to kill his wife with five gunshots. I crossed the tallest mountains in the world. I had to swim rivers with horses. I was lost in deserts and nothing, absolutely nothing, brought me more pain and heartache and stress than man made lines drawn across a map.” – Filipe Masetti
A Long Rider is someone who has ridden a horse more than 1,000 continuous miles on a single equestrian journey. Only a handful of people in history have had the skills, and determination, to make it. Filipe Masseti is one of them.
This is the story of one of the greatest long rides in modern times: two years, ten countries, three amazing horses and 10,000 miles of adventure from Canada all the way to Brazil.
Get ready for Filipe Masetti’s long ride home …
THE LONG RIDER
If you enjoy this episode, you will love Filipe’s documentary about the trip. It’s beautifully shot, and packed full of adventure, insight, and inspiration.
The Long Rider - Check it out on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Long-Rider-Sean-Cisterna/dp/B0B643V4R8
Filipe has also three books about this journey, and the two that followed. It’s called the Journey America Trilogy. The story of this book, the first in the series, is called Long Ride Home.
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Follow world-renowned explorer Ed Stafford on the expedition that made his name: walking the entire length of the Amazon River, on foot. People thought that it was impossible, that he would die trying; and they were nearly right. He was attacked by a tribe of angry machete wielding indigenous people…Follow world-renowned explorer Ed Stafford on the expedition that made his name: walking the entire length of the Amazon River, on foot. People thought that it was impossible, that he would die trying; and they were nearly right. He was attacked by a tribe of angry machete wielding indigenous peoples, he faced Narco drug traffickers and giant anacondas. But gradually, step by step, over the course of two and half years, through some of the toughest and deadliest terrain on the planet, he proved them all wrong.
Ed crossed the entire continent from the Peruvian Andes, and the furthest known source of the Amazon, to Brazil, where the river flows into the Atlantic Ocean, more than 4,000-miles away. He is the first person in history to do it, and holds a Guinness World Record for the achievement. This is one of the boldest expeditions ever attempted, and one of the greatest adventure tales ever told. Are you ready to head into the jungle? Let’s go.
Highlights include:
· Hear how Ed survived being surrounded by an angry tribe of indigenous peoples intent on hacking him to pieces
· Find out how he crossed the infamous Red Zone, a lawless area of the jungle controlled by drug-traffickers
· Climb with him to the 18,000-foot summit of Nevado Mismi, in the Peruvian Andes, the furthest known source of the Amazon
· Meet the Ashaninka, the largest indigenous tribe in the Amazon Basin, and hear how Ed ended up befriending two tribal chiefs and walking with them for more than 6 weeks.
· Discover what it takes to complete such a long and grueling expedition – 860 days walking through some of the toughest jungle terrain on the planet
· Hear his personal story of transformation. How he began the journey as a ‘volatile young man’ wanting to prove how tough he was, but how the jungle humbled him, and made him connect with a deeper, and more authentic of himself.
· See this amazing forest through new eyes. The Amazon is nearly 20 times the size of Great Britain, home to some 400 billion trees, and 10% of the world’s species. For Ed, it began as a dangerous place, something to be conquered, but it ended up becoming home, a place to be marveled at, and protected
· Hear what adventure means to Ed, how it is the ‘crucible in which you find yourself’, and how you too can use adventure and exploration to connect more deeply with who you really are
Also, find out about Ed’s new series – Ed Stafford: First Man Out. Available in America and elsewhere too https://www.discoveryuk.com
Find out about Ed's new bushcraft academy at: www.bushcraft.academy
For more background information on this episode, photos, links to his books and shows, and more, please visit https://www.armchair-explorer.com/post/walking-the-amazon-with-explorer-ed-stafford
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Today we're visiting a country passionate about music, food, and enjoying life. While those passions are shared across the country, otherwise it is extremely diverse. The landscapes range from tropical beaches, to rainforest, to waterfalls, and more. The cities are huge and vibrant. The people are f…Today we're visiting a country passionate about music, food, and enjoying life. While those passions are shared across the country, otherwise it is extremely diverse. The landscapes range from tropical beaches, to rainforest, to waterfalls, and more. The cities are huge and vibrant. The people are from cultural backgrounds as different as Japanese and African.
Joining me to chat all things Brazil are three experts in the region. Joe Sandillo, our partner in Brazil; Fabio Delantonia, a chef and expert in the culinary history of Brazil; and Micael Amarancci a passionate musician, cultural expert, and law and politics scholar.
The four of us chat about everything from the slave roots of Brazilian music, to understanding the history of the country through food, to the under-appreciated areas of Brazil that we think you should visit.
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This week James and Lucy head to Brazil with sustainable travel blogger Elaine Villatoro. Joining us from the idyllic island of Boipeba, Elaine takes us on a whistle-stop tour of this mammoth country, including restless Rio de Janeiro, historic Salvador, the incredible Iguaçu Falls and the unrivalle…This week James and Lucy head to Brazil with sustainable travel blogger Elaine Villatoro. Joining us from the idyllic island of Boipeba, Elaine takes us on a whistle-stop tour of this mammoth country, including restless Rio de Janeiro, historic Salvador, the incredible Iguaçu Falls and the unrivalled crystal-clear waters of Bonito.
Tune in for mangroves alight with bioluminescence, open-air art galleries in the middle of the woods and stalactite-covered caves perfect for scuba-diving.
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