Learning Portuguese in Rio de Janeiro
Before I moved to Rio de Janeiro, I asked fellow travelers about the art of learning (Brazilian) Portuguese. To my surprise, they all pretty much responded the same way… “If you know Spanish, you’ll be fine.” I understood that Portuguese, Spanish, Italian and French (among others) are rooted in Latin and are often referred to […]
How To Find Cheap Flights to Brazil
The task is tedious but the results are substantial if you have a little time and patience. With these quick tips you can save a ton of money on flights to Brazil for the World Cup and anywhere else in the world for that matter. 5 Quick Tips: 1. Sign-up for Fare Alerts My flight […]
Arriving in Rio de Janeiro
It wasn’t until I crawled over the disheveled Brazilian man a slid down into my window seat that I was able to contemplate the journey ahead. Between all the errands, goodbyes and last minute essentials, I never allow myself time to get too excited before a trip. As the plane took flight my mind began […]
5 Steps to Planning the Next Big Adventure
As I sit here in my freezing cold hometown of Rochester, New York, sweeping away all the holiday spirit, it’s time to start planning my next big adventure. Living in Brazil over the past year has made me incapable of dealing with the cold any longer than absolutely necessary, so I’m ready to get moving! […]
2014 FIFA World Cup Draw in Brazil
Tomorrow (December 6th) marks a major milestone along the road to next summer’s World Cup action in Brazil – the 2014 FIFA World Cup Draw! Teams will not only discover whom they play, but also where their games will take place within Brazil. The World Cup Draw will select each of the 32 teams who […]
The Road to Brazil
State your goals and you will be held accountable for them. Work hard enough and the universe will help you accomplish them. I write this post with a sense of nervousness and excitement. The next chapter for T2T is on the horizon, yet the path is still unknown. I will move to Brazil, learn the […]
CYBER MONDAY WINNERS ANNOUNCED
Watch the video to see who won the two $100 Florida Marriott Resorts gift cards. Check out the Florida Marriott 30% OFF deals here – www.marriott.com/resortcybersale Watch all my Florida Travel Videos here – Youtube.com/Tourist2Townie GarethMy name is Gareth Leonard, a Marketing Director turned World Traveler with a passion for slow, meaningful travel. I have […]
Escape Winter with Florida Marriott Giveaway
My friends over at Florida Marriott Resorts are offering 30% off rates on Cyber Monday (12/2) and to sweeten the deal, they’ve offered me two $100 gift cards to give away to two lucky T2T followers. Spend a few days experiencing the Top Things to do in Key Largo at the Key Largo Bay Marriott, […]
A Mind Blowing Travel Moment
The Journey Begins It was just after 11 p.m. when our inebriated guide maneuvered his beat-up Jeep Wrangler through the pitch-black dirt roads of Vieques Island. From the back seat, I was tiptoeing that fine line between having faith and being responsible. Just a few hours prior, I was researching bio bay tours from a […]
5 Great Beaches to Visit in Thailand
Friends and family alike always ask me why I haven’t made plans to visit Thailand yet. They see the beaches in photos and movies, read about them in travel magazines and here stories from fellow travelers who have graced the beautiful white sandy beaches of Thailand. To be honest, I’ve been a little hesitant to […]