Brazil

Whether you’re exploring Rio de Janeiro’s vibrant cityscapes or marveling at the awesome beauty of Iguazu Falls, there’s plenty of adventure in store when traveling Brazil with kids. But what do you need to know before you go? Check out our go-to guide for smooth travels to the land of samba and barbecue.

September 27, 2019

Brazil with Kids: The Ultimate Family Travel Guide

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From cooking classes to standup paddleboarding, there are countless ways to enjoy educational travel adventures. Read on to learn about some of the educational trip options that we offer and to find out which ones are right for you and your family.

September 3, 2019

Travel with a Learning Curve: Educational Travel Adventures Your Family Will Love

Check out what one of the families in the Our Whole Village network has to say about their most recent family vacation to Lençóis Maranhenses National Park in northeast Brazil. One thing’s for sure. When it comes to traveling to Brazil with kids, adventures abound.

August 28, 2019

Traveling to Brazil with Kids: A Family Trip to Lençóis Maranhenses

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Just as there’s more to France than the Eiffel Tour, Machu Picchu’s just the beginning when it comes to what to do in Peru. Beyond this ancient monument’s polished, dry-stone walls and classical Inca-style architecture lies a whole world of Peruvian landscapes and cultures to be explored. Check out these awe-inspiring places to visit in Peru with kids.

August 12, 2019

Beyond Machu Picchu: 5 Awe-Inspiring Places to Visit in Peru

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Visiting the Peruvian Amazon rainforest may not be the first thing that comes to mind when visiting the Land of the Incas. Yet, Peru also boasts lush, verdant jungles. The city of Puerto Maldonado represents one of the main gateways to Peru’s splendid tropical jungles where an unforgettable family adventure awaits you.

July 31, 2019

Puerto Maldonado: Gateway to the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest

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Beautiful, gentle creatures, sea turtles serve an important role in our oceans’ biodiversity. But they face many natural and manmade threats. Fortunately, you can help them with family travel that makes a difference.

May 23, 2019

Family Travel that Makes a Difference: Global Sea Turtle Conservation

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  A vast region of more than 2.6 million square miles of dense forests, the Amazon spans across the South American nations of Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, French Guiana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela. Encompassing about 40 percent of South America, the Amazon basin approximates the size of the contiguous United States. Ready for more […]

April 5, 2019

8 Interesting Facts about the Amazon Rainforest

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Did you know that 95 percent of tourists who visit Brazil can’t wait to return? Or, that 98 percent of visitors rate Brazilian hospitality as some of the best in the world? If you’ve been longing for a Brazil family adventure but dreading the thought of applying for a Brazilian visa, we’ve got news for […]

March 31, 2019

Mark Your Calendars: Visa-Free Travel to Brazil Begins June 17th

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In April 1500, Portuguese explorer Pedro Álvares Cabral landed at present-day Porto Seguro or “Safe Harbor.” Located in the far south of Bahia along the Brazilian coast. Cabral named the area Ilha de Vera Cruz or the “Island of the True Cross.” But during their return voyage, the Portuguese ships soon realized Brazil was no […]

March 28, 2019

From Sushi to Carnaval: A Cultural Guide to Family Vacations in Brazil

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Traveling with kids to foreign countries comes with exotic menu items. Depending on your children’s ages and personalities, they may have difficulty stepping out of their daily routine and trying something new. This can make family vacations fraught with uncertainty and unhappiness as you search for snacks your kids will enjoy. According to Lonely Planet, […]

March 23, 2019

Brazilian Street Foods: What to Eat When Traveling with Kids

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