Author: WAM Team

Wadden Sea: A Unity of Purpose

Source After all the weeks of international rivalries on the football pitch, here’s a story of a visionary sustainable tourism project that unites people across borders. Nature never obeys political boundaries, and projects that respect this and address ecological issues holistically have a greater chance of success. The Wadden Sea project spanning the nations of Germany, the Netherlands and Denmark… Continue reading Wadden Sea: A Unity of Purpose

Sustainable Travel: Buenos Aires Edition

The Red de Turismo Responsable (Responsible Tourism Network) is an initiative launched in 2008 in Argentina that helps hotels, travel agents, NGOs and government organizations to connect sustainable hotels and travel firms with like-minded tourists.  The Code of Ethics of RTR not only concerns itself with ecological sustainability, but also with cultural and economically fair practices for both tourism… Continue reading Sustainable Travel: Buenos Aires Edition

A Slice of Germany in Brazil

Photo Credit German travellers in Brazil might experience a strong sense of Déjà vu particularly while travelling in parts of Southern and South Eastern Brazil. The Brazilian province of Santa Catarina, Rio Grande do Sul and Espirito Santo have a strong historical connection to Germany. German settlers, mainly from the Pomerania and Rhineland regions, have put… Continue reading A Slice of Germany in Brazil

Bonito pioneers Sustainable Travel in Brazil

Many exciting initiatives have been launched in the field of sustainable tourism. Some important features that these efforts share are heightened ecological sensitivity, building inclusive local communities, visitor education & outreach, and a sustainable use of natural resources. The first in our series of highlighting such efforts is naturally from the host nation, Brazil: The town… Continue reading Bonito pioneers Sustainable Travel in Brazil

Top 5 Brazilian snacks

1)   Pastéis de Bacalhau – codfish cakes are originally from Portugal and are made of potatoes, codfish, eggs and parsley. The recipe originated from São Paulo’s municipal market but it became a common dish everywhere in Brazil. 2)  Pastéis are a delicious fried treat. It can be filled with cheese, beef and veggies. It is similar… Continue reading Top 5 Brazilian snacks

15 Fun and Cultural things to do in Brazil (besides the World Cup)

1.  Watch one of the famous Brazilian soap operas called ‘Novelas’. They are one of the bests in the world and have won Emmy Awards and are shown all over the world. source  2. If you are going to Brazil in February you must go during Carnaval! Brazil is worldly famous for their exuberant celebrations. Carnival… Continue reading 15 Fun and Cultural things to do in Brazil (besides the World Cup)

Top 10 beaches in Brazil

Top 10 beaches in Brazil Brazil’s excellent weather and amazing coastline (more than 8.000 kms/4.650 miles of it) makes up for the most beautiful beaches in the world. You have a great selection to choose from but we narrowed it down to the top 10 for you! 1.    Alter do Chão, Pará – Feels… Continue reading Top 10 beaches in Brazil