Why is teaching English so invigorating? Whether it’s leading someone to an ah-ha moment or being a witness to a student’s development, you’re hooked. But something is missing. The limitations of teaching for schools don’t fit the lifestyle you desire. A fixed schedule and location restrict you from the living with the freedom you need. […]
Megadeath Guitarist Kiko Loureiro Teaching Brazilian Slang
I had the chance to sit down with Kiko Loureiro and have a chat. If you’re not familiar with Kiko Loureiro, he’s a heavy metal guitarist for the bands Angra and Megadeath. He’s an incredibly skilled musician and has a lot that he can teach us, not only about playing the guitar and being a […]
6 Types of People Who Should Speak Perfect Portuguese
I posted a new Youtube video to the channel after an extended hiatus. It’s a relevant video if you’re an intermediate-advanced level speaker and you’re pushing yourself to go beyond the level of Portuguese you’re currently at. It’s meant to be humorous and a light-hearted way of reminding perfectionists that you’re probably not going to […]
Locations of 2018 Carnaval Blocos
Listen up Gringos, If you want to have a good time during Carnaval then it helps to do a little planning before you walk outside. Depending on where you’re at in Brazil, you might be able to just walk into the street and be enveloped in Carnaval madness. If you’re not located so ideally during […]
Will You Make It Past Your First 4 Days in Rio de Janeiro?
“Hey man, how’s Brazil been treating you so far?” “Pretty good. I’ve met a lot of cool people and am learning a lot about the culture,” came the reply with a mild dose of hesitation. I prodded him further by saying, “You don’t sound too enthusiastic about that.” “Well, things are fine now. It’s just that […]
How To Start A 6-Figure Online English Teaching Business
Editor’s note: This is a guest post from Gabby Wallace, founder of GoNaturalEnglish.com and GabbyWallace.com. I wanted to live in Brazil but didn’t know how to make it work. That frustration led me to create an online teaching business that now allows me to live my dream life, spend half the year in Brazil, or […]
How To Get Hard to Find Items in Brazil
One of the inconveniences of living in Brazil is the difficulty in purchasing consumer goods that are so common in other places. Due to a series of factors, including: protectionist policies created by the Brazilian government to protect local industry against foreign competition, a slew of import tariffs designed to raise additional revenue for government […]
A Guide to Ouro Preto for Gringos
Have you been looking for a city that is a not so common destination for Gringos in Brazil? While well traveled cities have a lot to offer, sometimes you’ve got to get off the beaten trail to experience a different kind of connection to Brazilian culture. As with most things, the best recommendations come from those that have taken […]
36 Portuguese Words You Need To Learn Before The Olympics
The much awaited Olympics in Rio are finally here! As someone who is watching the games in Rio, I’m sure you’ve made some effort to grasp the language and show your hosts that you’re not the typical gringo. In order to give you an edge in communication, we’ve come up with 36 words that are guaranteed to […]
Portuguese Schools in Brazil That Give You A Student Visa
The Brazilian student visa is the preferred option for foreigners who want to stay legally in Brazil for extended amounts of time. Student visas are typically issued for 6-12 months and can be renewed for as long as you are taking classes. If you’re looking for information about extending your Brazilian student visa, you can find that here. […]