Ryan remembers his trip to the Argentine side of Iguazú Falls, where he had to fight off a raccoon-like animal before he could marvel at the rushing water.
South America
Volcán Villarrica: Climbing an Active Volcano in Chile
Ryan tells us about the enduring experience of climbing Volcán Villarrica in Chile, where only three of 25 people reached the summit. Was Ryan one of them?
Farewell to Brazil
Ryan’s farewell to Brazil looks back at Salvador while revealing what happened between him and Marília in Fortaleza, before his final stop in São Paulo.
The Beaches of Northeast Brazil
Ryan shares the beaches he enjoyed in northeast Brazil, Porto de Galinhas being the best, despite his epic fail at attempting to surf again.
4 Things You Need, From Salvador to Fortaleza
Ryan advises everyone about the four things you need, from Salvador to Fortaleza, essentials such as an electrical adapter and mosquito repellent.
Starting the New Year in Historic Salvador
Ryan starts 2015 in Salvador, where he and his new friends went to the beach to watch fireworks then saw some live music later in the night.
Brazilian Food: Traditional Dishes from the Northeast
Ryan tells us about his favorite Brazilian foods from the norheast region, most of them seafood dishes, with moqueca, acarajé and feijoada among his Top 5.
Love and Lost in Recife, Brazil
Ryan has fun describing love and lost in Recife, his way to explain his struggle to learn the city. Meanwhile, he finally makes plans with Camila.
The Cost of Travel in Northeast Brazil
Ryan highlights the cost of travel in northeast Brazil, including examples of accommodation, transport, food, nightlife and sightseeing activities.
Fortaleza and the Lovely Lawyer
Ryan’s 8-part series on Brazil begins in Fortaleza, where he would meet up with a local he met in Colombia 2 1/2 years ago. Would they still have chemistry?