The Carmen Footprint

Hanggliding from Sao Conrado is an absolute must. The bird’s eyeview of the city is unlike anything else. From here you can see beach,  smart houses, a favela and the […]

Coracovado, where one of the famous landmarks of Rio can be found – the statue of Christ the Redeemer. I was actually more excited about the tram ride up to […]

Ooooooo,  I can already feel the backlash for the title. I’ve heard many people say that Cape Town is the most beautiful city in the world but they have obviously […]

Brazil, a country of many nations but a united culture.  The people are passionate and definitely know how to enjoy life. And Rio is synonymous with its people. The city’s […]

Forgot to introduce the crew for our 5 week megatrip through South America. Jen Steyn, this is especially for you. From left – Elsa (Baño) Bernon,  Ryan (Loaded) Botha, Willie […]

Hop, skip and a short bus ride – hello Brasilia. I have already developed a love for this place. The people are extremely friendly.  We got smiles all the way […]

There is something intimidating about tons of water falling down a sheer cliff. Multiply that by another 20 or so falls and the symphony of water blows you away. We […]

We have arrived in San Ignacio. Home to the San Ignacio Mini ruins. This was the home of Jesuit Missionaries and the Guarani people in the 1600’s. They seem to […]

I was beginning to think that full cama in a bus was simply a myth and a way for the bus companies to make tourists fork out more money than […]