Progressively Louder Laughter

I feel a little sad writing this because I loved spending time in Recreio, and sometimes after traveling to a place you love very much, you wonder if you will ever make it back. If you do, will you enjoy it in the way that… Read More

Day 8 I take an Uber from Recreio to do some sightseeing in Rio proper with Chris. I am not one for touristy type stuff, but Rio is just so striking to me- this juxtaposition of city and nature. It finds a way to endear… Read More

Day 7 started by going into the main strip of Recreio with my friend from the hostel, Louise. While walking back to the hostel, we pass a very smelly canal which contains several alligators/crocodiles (not sure which one it is). It’s very bizarre and jarring,… Read More