Oh well, not every trip goes the way we plan or how we expect it to be, right? I also have my own failed trips, and I thought of sharing the worst of them with you. After all, Packing my Suitcase it’s also here to help you not to make the same mistakes I’ve made. […]
10 reasons to live in Munich
I have lived in more than 6 different cities in 5 countries and in 3 different continents, but so far, my favorite city to live is Munich. The other day I was thinking about how much I love living here, to walk around these beautiful streets, to have a very organized transportation system, to have […]
Volunteer Work at the Galapagos Islands
Back in 2008 – when I was still living in Brazil – I had a crisis that probably most of us have in the middle of University: is that what I really want to do for the rest of my life?! What about this boring internship? Who never? Oh well, that was my case. On […]
Discover Budapest
Buda and Pest were once two different cities divided by the Danube; Buda in the hills and Pest on the flat part. Later in 1873 both were united with another city, Óbuda, a unification that resulted in today’s capital of Hungary: Budapest. On contrary to what many people think, Buda doesn’t come from the father […]
Formula 1 Grand Prix in Budapest 2014
For those who had no idea, yes I am a Formula 1 fan, since I was a child for that matter. Once in a while you will see me writing about a Formula 1 Grand Prix I have been to; I will not only share my personal experience, but also give you tips about an […]
Hotel review: Diamonds Thudufushi, Maldives
When traveling, accommodation is a very important requisite. Your decision depends on your budget, on the location, the quality and many other requirements that should meet your needs and what you are looking for. That is why, Packing my Suitcase will from now on present you once in a while a hotel review, in order […]
Why is Paris always a good idea?
I often hear people use Audrey Hepburn’s famous quote: “Paris is always a good idea”. After visiting Paris 2 times before I lived there for 3 months and 2 times more after leaving, I don’t only deeply understand the meaning of this quote, but also agree with it. I didn’t go to Paris so many […]
What makes Rio de Janeiro so attractive?
Rio de Janeiro is the most visited destination in Brazil when it comes to the purpose of tourism and leisure. In 2013 approximately 5,6 million of foreigners visited Rio, and around 1 million of tourists (national and international) are expected this year only during the month of the World Cup. There is no doubt that […]
The World Cup away from home
Yes, it’s World Cup. And for the first time in my life I’m not spending this important time for a Brazilian national in my country, and just when it’s actually happening there. I tried to go to Brazil for the World Cup, I really did. The truth is, the flight tickets’ were double price and […]
The extravagant Dubai
When we arrived at the Dubai International Airport, my first thought was: what kind of airport is this? A huge shopping mall? I had no idea what I was still going to see… Are you feeling the heat? The sun on your skin? Have you seen the skyscrapers? That Ferrari over there? Is that really […]