Do you know when to use mudar and trocar in Portuguese? A common mistake made by intermediate Portuguese speakers is to use trocar when they should use mudar. Watch this video to learn the proper usage of mudar and trocar. [leadplayer_vid id=”5241CE9F1C3F2″] Both mudar and trocar mean to change. But beyond that they both have […]
How to Ride the Bus in Brazil
Is it your first time riding the bus in Brazil? Watch this video to be shown step by step how to navigate public transportation in Brazil. First you should look up your destination on Google Maps. Google Maps is usually correct, but not always. The interface is limited to showing 3 options, and sometimes the […]
The 10 Commandments of Traveling by Bus in Brazil
Traveling between cities by bus in Brazil? I’ve created these 10 commandments of traveling by bus in Brazil after making dozens of bus trips around the country. Depending on the preparations you make before you travel, your journey can either be a lot of fun or a complete nightmare. If you’re planning on traveling by bus […]
Why you should teach English to everyone that you meet
How would you like to improve your Portuguese, make new friends and make Brazil a better place all at the same time? English teacher in Brazil isn’t just a job title anymore; it’s a way of life for every gringo living in Brazil. If you’re an English-speaking foreigner living in Brazil you will teach English […]
How to take the Bus from Galeão Airport to Rio de Janeiro
When you arrive at the airport in Rio de Janeiro you have a few options for getting to the city. You can arrange to have a shuttle pick you up at the airport. Your hotel, hostel or bed and bed likely offers this service for around R$150. You can take a taxi for around R$80. […]
2 Things you MUST do before moving to Brazil
In this video you’ll learn about the 2 most important things you can do to prepare for your upcoming move to Brazil and why they are so important.
How I Flew Round Trip to Brazil for $65
In this video I’m going to show you how to fly round trip to Brazil for $65. [leadplayer_vid id=”51D33190F1F14″] Sign up for the free 5-day crash course and start travel hacking your way to Brazil. I’ve been flying to Brazil for a few years now and in during time I’ve never paid full price for […]
Why is the level of English so low in Brazil?
:15 Factors that contribute to low level of English spoken in Brazil. :40 The thing that must be changed in order for Brazil to speak better English. 1:27 Why students can spend years in English classes and not be able to speak English 1:48 The most dangerous idea for a language learner to have in […]
Por que o nivel do inglês é tão pessimo no Brasil?
:16 os fatores que contribuem ao péssimo nível do inglês no brasil 1:10 Porque o nível do inglês não vai aumentar muito no futuro. 1:36 Como que as pessoas conseguem estudar inglês por muito tempo sem poder falar 1:54 Como eu aprendi o português 2:27 Porque é mal focar na gramática 3:00 O que tem […]
Hostels in Belo Horizonte
If you’re planning a trip to Minas Gerais and are thinking about staying in a hostel in Belo Horizonte this post is for you. A long time ago a friend of mine was passing through Belo Horizonte and he decided to stay at a hostel. He looked on a hostel booking website for hostels in […]