9 Festivals in February 2024 Around the World
Travel Begins at 40 rounds up the best festivals in February 2024 across the Globe, from Mongolia to Easter Island, so wherever you are you just can’t help celebrating the…
From Beaches to Jungles: 10 Incredible Things to Do in Brazil
Discover the top things to do in Brazil. From stunning beaches to vibrant cities and natural wonders, explore the best attractions and experiences in Brazil. Plan your trip now. From…
Top Things to Do in Rio de Janeiro: Explore Brazil’s Vibrant Capital
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil’s second-largest city, is a vibrant and colourful metropolis that attracts millions of visitors every year. With its beautiful beaches, stunning landmarks, and rich culture, it’s no…
10 of the Best Solo Travel Destinations for 2023
Looking for the best solo travel destinations for 2021? Check out this list of 10 amazing places to explore this year, from vibrant cities to stunning natural landscapes. Whether you’re…
Where To Go in March 2023
Travel Begins at 40 has scanned the globe to bring you our tips on where to go in March from Japan to Brazil, with activities from watching bulbs grow in…
Bahia Carnival (Carnaval Baiano), Brazil
Yes, we have all heard of Carnival in Rio, but what about a Carnival in the part of Brazil where the influence of African culture is at its strongest? The Bahia Carnival held…
Festa Junina Throughout Brazil 2024
Festa Junina Brazil is not Carnival, nevertheless it is a huge event on the Brazilian calendar. There is song and dancing, although in this case it is more forrό than samba. Also food has a bigger focus…
Semana Santa (Easter) in Latin America
From the US/Mexican border to Tierra del Fuego, Easter or Semana Santa is a key festival for Latin Americans. Elements of the celebrations vary from country to country, though the…
Journey to America – From Rio to Mexico City
Following on from his first youthful Travel Tales Mark Bibby Jackson recounts his epic journey to America from Brazil to Mexico. Although my love of travel was cemented in Nepal…
2021 Rio Carnival Is Postponed
Signs that the COVID-19 pandemic, which has led to the cancellation or postponement of many events across the world this year, is set to have a dramatic impact on 2021’s…
Wildlife Cruise in the Pantanal National Park
Discover a land of towering mountains, giant water lilies and some of South America’s most spectacular wildlife, on a unique expedition cruise deep into the remote and little-visited …
Rio Carnival (Rio Carnaval) Brazil 2025
The Rio Carnival Brazil (Rio Carnaval) is the biggest and greatest celebration on Earth. While locals know where to go and what to do; however, as it’s a big Latin American city, the rules are…
Life Changing Year of Travel Campaign
Luxury tour operator Abercrombie & Kent has launched its Life Changing Year of Travel campaign, a collection of experiences designed to truly immerse travellers in a variety of destinations and ways. Highlighting the companies…
Have a Vivid Rio Carnival 2019
No trip to Brazil would be complete without a stay in the city of Rio de Janeiro. Its annual infamous carnival makes March 2019 a brilliant time of year to hop on a plane and wake up in Latin America …
Explore Rio in 2019 with Low-Cost Flights
With the launch of Norwegian’s low-cost flight to Rio de Janeiro (Galeão International Airport) from London Gatwick Airport launches on 31 March 2019, there has never been…
Tick the Rio Carnival off Your Bucket List
Experience Rio’s annual extravaganza when the city is a riot of elaborate costumes, samba dancing and street parties, attracting millions of party-goers from across the globe. Staying right on Copacabana…
Iguazu Falls and Brazil’s National Parks
One of the great things about Brazil is its sense of endless adventure. There are countless places to explore, all beautiful but also different with their unique charms. Whilst it…
Day of the Dead Festival, Mexico 2024
Many people associate the Day of the Dead Festival with Mexico, but actually it is an equally important part of the culture of Guatemala (on 1 November) and El Salvador…
Anantara South American Debut in Bahia Brazil
Experience Anantara Maraú Bahia Resort in Brazil when it opens in mid 2018 Offering an exciting new gateway to South America, Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas will soon debut its…
Don’t Travel Alone, Travel Solo with Explore
With half of all Explore customers travelling solo, those deciding to travel by themselves are far from being alone. Research suggests that many people planning to take a trip of…
Community-based Tours in the Favela of Latin America
A few years ago, in Rio de Janeiro, I met Ailton Macarrão, who introduced me, as one of its promoters and founders, to the Rocinha Community Tourism Forum (Forum de…
Rio de Janeiro New Years Eve 2024
We have all heard about the city of the carnival, but how about Rio Rio de Janeiro New Years Eve, is it the place to toast in 2023? Mike East went to discover what it is all about…
