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Author: Bernard Fernandes

Bernard Fernandes is a travel editor at Explora Brasil, covering Brazilian destinations, realistic itineraries, regional food and practical trip planning for international visitors.

Modernist residential buildings on pilotis surrounded by lush tropical gardens in SQS 308, Brasília

September 2, 2026

Exploring Asa Sul: A Walkable Guide to Brasília’s Modernist Superquadras and Green Blocks

Discover Brasília’s leafy Asa Sul on foot: a practical walking guide through the model superquadra SQS 308, Niemeyer’s Igrejinha, address codes, and…

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Cathedral of Brasília with its white curving concrete columns under a clear blue sky on the Monumental Axis

September 2, 2026

Brasília’s Monumental Axis: How to Visit Without Wasting Time or Money

Discover how to explore Brasília's iconic Monumental Axis in one day without exhausting yourself in the heat. A practical guide to free…

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The National Congress of Brazil in Brasília with its iconic twin towers and legislative domes reflected in water under a clear blue sky

September 2, 2026

What to Do in Brasília: A Realistic 3-Day Itinerary for First-Timers

Planning a trip to Brasília? Here is the ultimate 3-day itinerary covering Oscar Niemeyer's architecture, blue-glass sanctuaries, and Lake Paranoá sunsets with…

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Traditional Goiano dining table with clay cooking pots and chicken rice in Caldas Novas

September 2, 2026

Where to Eat in Caldas Novas: The Complete Food Guide to Goiano Flavors for Every Budget

Discover where to eat in Caldas Novas with our complete guide to authentic Goiano cuisine, from budget street food at Feira do…

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Charming view of Praça Mestre Orlando and historic Igreja Matriz in downtown Caldas Novas, Goiás.

September 2, 2026

Downtown Caldas Novas: What to See, Where to Walk, and Why It’s Worth the Trip

Looking for culture beyond the water parks? Here is your complete guide to downtown Caldas Novas, covering Casarão dos Gonzagas, the 1850…

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Natural thermal river and warm mineral pools surrounded by green palms in Caldas Novas Goiás

September 2, 2026

Caldas Novas Hot Springs: How to Visit Without Wasting Time or Money

Planning a trip to Caldas Novas? Here is the honest guide comparing Hot Park, diRoma, and downtown thermal baths, with ticket hacks,…

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Naturally heated thermal turquoise pool surrounded by tropical Cerrado palms under sunny skies in Caldas Novas Goiás

September 2, 2026

What to Do in Caldas Novas: A Realistic 2 to 3-Day Itinerary

Plan your trip to Caldas Novas and Rio Quente with this realistic 2 to 3-day itinerary covering Hot Park, diRoma Acqua Park,…

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A tranquil crystal-clear waterfall pool in the Cerrado near Pirenópolis, Brazil

September 2, 2026

Pirenópolis Beyond the Crowds: 5 Quiet Waterfalls and Charming Streets You Need to Visit

Looking for peace in Pirenópolis? Discover 5 tranquil waterfalls like Cachoeiras dos Dragões and Reserva Vargem Grande, plus quiet 18th-century cobblestone alleys.

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A golden, freshly baked Empadão Goiano savory pie in a rustic ceramic dish on a wooden table in Pirenópolis

September 2, 2026

Where to Eat in Pirenópolis: From Giant Empadão Goiano to Historic Sweet Shops

Discover the best places to eat in Pirenópolis: authentic Empadão Goiano, historic artisanal sweet shops, candlelit dining on Rua do Lazer, and…

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Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora do Rosário with whitewashed colonial facade and cobblestone square in Pirenópolis, Goiás

September 2, 2026

Exploring Pirenópolis Historic Center: A Walkable Guide to Brazil’s Colonial Heartland

Discover Pirenópolis Historic Center on foot with this practical 2.5 km walking guide. Explore 18th-century colonial churches, cobblestone alleys, and scenic bridges…

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