Traveling is magical. From meeting strangers who become long term friends, people who you fall in love with for a few days or someone you meet randomly to only have a 3 hour conversation and never talk to again. Yes, traveling is magical. And I’ve heard many times that it too is ‘scary.’ In particular, […]
Traveling. I wish i could describe it. Truly i do. Sitting on the ground at 11:42 pm in front of the Arc De Triupf, as a local guitar and bongo player recite Rodrigo y Gabriela, the only thing i can type is that the feeling of traveling matches the excitement of pre game, rivals the […]
Wrapping up this incredible trip now. As I do with all my travels: At 19, my Dad retired from one of his careers. After calling his office to congratulate him, I was told he already left, but that his shoes were under his old desk. Of course I called home to tell him about his […]
Another awesome day here in Brasil. Enjoyed the day so much I took less pictures, but here’s a couple from a wild day where the host nation Brasil and neighboring country, Colombia, both advanced into the quarterfinal of the World Cup. ‘Come on in,’ said the Atlantic. During my morning surf session in Maracaipe: in honor of Brasil and Colombia advancing in […]
Off day in the World Cup meant more exploring this beautiful nation once again. Check out some the photos and stories from my seventh day in Brasil: After attempting these radically fast waves, got to watch this guy and what I imagined to be his 8 year old brother rip it on the beach of Maracaipe, Brasil: Between […]
Spent another awesome day here in Recife, Brasil. Was unbelievable to witness Jurgen and the rest of the USMNT play one of the world’s greatest teams–and advance to the next round in the World Cup. Killer atmosphere. But the best part? Taking it all in with people from all nations. Clearly, the world’s game. Today’s motto: […]
Hostel > Hotel Hostels guarantee a few things: Night sweats, morning mosquito bites, cold showers and random dreams. The towels are traditionally of a brown tint and the walls full of old memories.Yet also a sure thing is good people, great conversation (even if you cannot understand the actual language spoken), incredible food and a feel […]
A week into Brasil and once more, I’ve fallen in love in this nation.But not to an individual, yet… To its local communities.This incredibly passionate and loving country is the host to millions from around the planet who have ventured to this dreamworld in South America.To witness, and be a part of, various cultures and […]
Days 2 and 3 here in beautiful Brasil were all about: Surf. Walk. Explore. Repeat. Just can’t beat it. Silence is a unique thing. As a solo explorer for most of the last decade I’ve been able to witness silence in a variety of settings.Sunday night, while walking home from a day that was full […]
Got to explore Salvador and her surroundings all day while listening to this nation and futball fans continue their love affair with this global sport. Check out these images and 15-second Instagram videos of my first day out in Salvador. (And be sure to follow for constant updates on the travels) This simple church in […]