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Ultimate Georgian Food & Attractions Tour in Tbilisi, Georgia

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After arriving in my 84th country, the Republic of Georgia, I set out bright and early the next morning to begin my exploration of its capital city, Tbilisi! Come with me…

Rio de Janeiro: Exploring Brazil’s Party City

david 31 August 2021 1 Comment

Often thought of as the most magical destination in an already alluring country, Rio de Janeiro is very much a city of contrasts. Located on Guanabara Bay in the state…

Vale dos Vinhedos: Brazil’s Secret Wine Country

david 26 August 2021 No Comments

Nestled among the mountainous highlands and flat lowlands of Rio Grande do Sul state in southern Brazil is the famed Vale dos Vinhedos. This popular region’s name translates to “Valley…

Things to Do in Porto Alegre: The Meat Capital of Brazil

david 24 August 2021 No Comments

With a name that translates to “happy port,” it shouldn’t be surprising that Porto Alegre, Brazil is a must-visit. Located along coastal and freshwater lagoons on the shores of the…

Odessa, Ukraine: Food & Attractions Tour

david 20 August 2021 No Comments

As my final day in Ukraine slowly came to a close, I set out on one last food adventure before starting the journey home to Miami. Come with me as…

David Hoffmann enjoying a traditional Cossack chiropractic treatment in Marynivka, Ukraine

Cossack Village Experience in Marynivka, Ukraine

david 19 August 2021 No Comments

With my final day in Ukraine upon me, I set out to have a few fun, last-minute adventures in and around Odessa. Come with me on my latest adventure as…

A vendor selling an assortment of meats and sausages at Privoz Market

Privoz Market: The Largest Market in Odessa, Ukraine

david 18 August 2021 No Comments

With another day in Ukraine ahead of me, I set out at 9 a.m. to explore one of its incredible traditional markets. Come with me as I try lots of…

Ribs on the grill at Rebernia Restaurant

Ukrainian Barbecue in Odessa: Rebernia Restaurant

david 17 August 2021 No Comments

My incredible adventures in Ukraine continued with an unforgettable food tour full of meat and amazing beer! Come with me as I go on the ultimate Ukrainian barbecue and craft…

Ukrainian Seafood Experience in Odessa, Ukraine

david 16 August 2021 No Comments

The country of Ukraine is such a hidden gem in Eastern Europe, from its mountains to its cities to its southern coastline. Join me along the Black Sea coast as…

Florianópolis, Brazil: The Island of Magic

david 16 August 2021 No Comments

Encompassing the entirety of Santa Catarina Island, several nearby islands, and part of the mainland in southern Brazil, South America is the city of Florianópolis. Affectionately known as “Ilha da…

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Ultimate Georgian Food & Attractions Tour in Tbilisi, Georgia

Rio de Janeiro: Exploring Brazil’s Party City

Vale dos Vinhedos: Brazil’s Secret Wine Country

Things to Do in Porto Alegre: The Meat Capital of Brazil

Odessa, Ukraine: Food & Attractions Tour

Cossack Village Experience in Marynivka, Ukraine

Privoz Market: The Largest Market in Odessa, Ukraine

Ukrainian Barbecue in Odessa: Rebernia Restaurant

Ukrainian Seafood Experience in Odessa, Ukraine

Florianópolis, Brazil: The Island of Magic

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