Pedra da Gávea Hike: How Hard Is It Really?
After hiking Pedra da Gávea three times, with others and solo, here’s what I’d want you to know about the climb, descent, changing weather and whether to book a guide.
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Sugarloaf Mountain Rio: 3 Ways to Reach the Top
A firsthand guide to visiting Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio by cable car, hiking Morro da Urca, or climbing Costão, with tickets, timing and sunset advice.
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Dois Irmãos Hike in Rio: Sunrise, Vidigal & What to Expect
I hiked Dois Irmãos for sunrise without a guide. Here’s what to expect, from taking a moto taxi through Vidigal to the steep trail, summit views and walk back down.
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8 Best Hikes in Rio de Janeiro: Easy Trails to Technical Climbs
I’ve hiked these eight routes around Rio, from easy forest trails to technical granite climbs. Here’s who I’d recommend each one to and which I’d choose for a short first visit.
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12 Best Things to Do in Rio de Janeiro After Living There
After spending three months living in Rio de Janeiro, these are the 12 experiences I’d prioritize for a first trip—from iconic viewpoints and beaches to samba, hikes, and neighborhood culture.
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Top 10 Things to Do in Barcelona That Are Actually Worth It
Barcelona has plenty of famous sights worth seeing, but some of the best experiences go beyond the usual checklist. These are the 10 things I’d actually make time for, from Gaudí’s must-see landmarks to neighborhood plazas, markets, tapas, dancing, and waterfront walks.
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8 Best Day Trips from Barcelona: Beaches, Mountains & Medieval Towns
Looking for an escape from Barcelona? These are 8 of my favorite day trips for medieval towns, beaches, hiking, waterfalls, and mountain scenery.
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Where to Dance Bachata in Barcelona (2026)
Barcelona has one of the best bachata scenes I’ve experienced, with clubs, dance schools, and outdoor socials events happening throughout the week. Here are the places I returned to again and again while living in the city, plus what each social is like and how to get there.
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Travel Guide for Ushuaia, Argentina: Best Things to Do
From sailing the Beagle Channel and exploring Tierra del Fuego to hiking mountain lagoons, eating king crab, and wandering the waterfront, here are the experiences I’d prioritize at the End of the World.
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Things to Do in Antarctica: What You Actually Do on an Expedition Cruise
Wondering what you actually do in Antarctica? Here’s my firsthand experience of Zodiac cruises, shore landings, wildlife encounters, polar plunge, and more.
