Tips for traveling internationally with children: Unique and meaningful tours, trips and activities for families who wish to raise good global citizens.
Looking for stunning picture books to introduce your kids to the Brazilian Amazon? When it comes to the rainforest for kids, one of the most vital ecosystems on the planet, the best storybooks teach powerful lessons about respect, compassion, and making responsible choices. Here are …
The Amazon rainforest covers more than 2,123,561 square miles (5.5 million square kilometers). Its verdant landscapes and massive waterways pulse with life, making it one of the most spectacular destinations in the world. And one we need our children to understand and appreciate as good …
The Brazilian Amazon boasts one of the most vital ecosystems on the planet. Visiting the rainforest with kids lets them experience the magic of this remarkable ecosystem firsthand while learning important lessons about respect, compassion, and making responsible decisions. But what do kids love most …
Looking for places to visit in Brazil with the family? Imagine a verdant expanse of more than 350 elongated islands teeming with wildlife in the Brazilian Amazon. Now, imagine the dark waters separating those islands. They are rich in aquatic species: crocodiles, dolphins, manatees, and …
Planning a trip to Brazil? Did you know that the Amazon measures a whopping 2.6 million square miles? And it contains some of the most diverse ecosystems in the world? When it comes to Brazil for kids, the Amazon forest is a must-see. And there’s no …
On day 4 of our Amazon expedition in Brazil we start our day in Moura, a community of 500 inhabitants along the Rio Negro, where we meet local folks and spend a leisurely morning with the kids and teachers at Escola Santa Rita. Even though …
The sun rises at Madada. You’d think that all that excitement from the first day would have worn off a little bit after a restful night, but no. Their anticipation is palpable. After all, today we get to hike in primary forest and learn about …
The big day has arrived. The kids are anxious to get to the Amazon (and they wake up extra early, of course). Our group leaves the hotel in Manaus at 9:30am. The 180km ride to Novo Airao takes about two hours and, surprisingly, all the …
Our journey starts in Manaus, capital of the state of Amazonas, Brazil. I have heard many different opinions of this city, but there’s one thing everyone agrees on: it is unbelievably hot. We arrive in the evening and, to my surprise, the temperature is a …
We’ve been back for a few weeks now. But the Amazon never really left us. Between busy school days, weekend trips and birthday parties, the girls (and their parents) are still entranced with our Amazonian experience. They miss their new friends. They still talk about all the …