I have traveled to many countries in my short lifetime. I have seen some wonders of the world. I have had my breath stolen from my very chest seeing beauty that truly makes you believe in something extraordinary. Foz do Iguaçu is one of those places. It easily makes one of my top favorite travel … Continue reading My favorite day: Foz do Iguaçu Brazil
Author: mscoyleabroad
Rio Must Do: Parque Lage
My hostel was steps away from the famous Parque Lage, and I must say it was one of my favorite things to see in Rio. Entrance is free and not only do you get to see this luscious and wild garden filled with jungle trees and palms, ponds, and flowers, but you also get to … Continue reading Rio Must Do: Parque Lage
Nights Out with Gabriel
I was talking with some friends right as school got out and stumbled upon the knowledge that my friend, Gabriel, would also be in Rio at the same time as me! This was wonderful news! Not only had he lived in Rio AND speaks the Portuguese language, but Gabriel is a true high-ho good time. … Continue reading Nights Out with Gabriel
Vista Chinesa
What does one do when one's legs hurt like the devil after a long hike the day before? Go on a new hike, duh! I asked the hostel people where a single female hiker could go and still be safe in Rio. Vista Chinesa was the answer. So I immediately checked the internet to confirm … Continue reading Vista Chinesa
Mis-TRANS-lation: A Bus Adventure
Once again, the Rio transportation got the best of me. I was supposed to be heading to climb a mountain in Gavea and instead ended up on the right bus but in the opposite direction. Whoops. I figured that like the Uruguayan system, what goes one way must come back. It would be a great … Continue reading Mis-TRANS-lation: A Bus Adventure
Christ Redeemed
Come to Rio and you cannot leave without seeing the statue of Christ the Redeemer up close and personal. It is one of the main symbols of Rio and it is truly spiritual - And this coming from a non-spiritual person. Both the path up and the experience at the top is well-worth it all. … Continue reading Christ Redeemed
Recap: Rio First Day Top Eight
I know it has been a while since I have posted a blog. As most of my friends begrudgingly know from my unashamed sending of myriad beach pictures...it's SUMMER in South America. So the beach and porch sitting and rooftop parties have been a little more appealing than writing. But I promise to recap a … Continue reading Recap: Rio First Day Top Eight
Movies in Montevideo
I saw my very first cinema film in Montevideo last night. Katie, Cami and I wanted to go see Wonder (or as they call it here, Extraordinario). We have all read the book and love Julia Roberts. Plus, Katie and I have not experienced a movie in a theater here. The movie was lovely! It made … Continue reading Movies in Montevideo
Turning 30 in Montevideo
I was rather nervous about my birthday. Twenty years from now, 30 won't seem so daunting. But right now, it's such a significant milestone that I was thrown into a bit of a funk. I was turning 30 in a foreign country with people whom I have only known for four months. To add fuel … Continue reading Turning 30 in Montevideo
Teacher Prom
Picture your prom. Picture dressing up in your finest, spending some extra time making yourself into the best dolled-up version f you. Picture walking into the dark room with strobe lights blinking and music blaring. Picture the food corner and punch corner. Picture the awkward moment at the beginning where all of the boys are … Continue reading Teacher Prom
Teach Abroad Coyle-Gamero 