Your Guide to Florianópolis
From hidden beaches and hiking trails to coworking cafés and digital-nomad life, our blog dives into everything that makes this island city one of South America’s most exciting places to live, work, and explore.
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Your insider’s look at Floripa, Brazil’s island capital of surf, tech, and sunshine.
Rent a Car in Florianópolis
If you want full freedom to explore Florianópolis, renting a car is hands-down the easiest way to get around. Floripa is an island with 70+ beaches, linked by small roads and spread over an island 53km in length. It is bigger than you might first think….
Entry Requirements for UK Citizens Visiting Brazil
Brazil has a very friendly travel agreement with the UK which makes traveling to Brazil really quite easy for UK citizens. TLDR UK citizens do not need a visa for stays up to 90 days You can extend for another 90 days to a maximum 180 days in a 365 day period Your…
The Best Islands to Visit in Brazil
Brazil isn’t just about Carnival, samba, and the Amazon, it’s a nation of thousands of islands scattered along its 7,400-kilometer Atlantic coastline and deep within its vast river systems. From volcanic peaks rising out of the ocean to freshwater islands formed by…
Best Things to Do in Florianópolis
Florianópolis is one of Brazil’s fastes growing destinations. In the first quarter of 2025 Hostelworld data ranked it 3rd in Brazil after Rio and Sao Paulo, with a 29% year to date growth rate in bookings. An island city that blends surf culture, natural beauty,…
Beaches in Florianópolis
List of Beaches in Florianópolis There are over 70 beaches in Florianópolis, ranging from isolated jungle lined bays, to beaches dotted with Ibiza style beach clubs hosting international DJs, to world class surf breaks. This is a list of most of the beaches (there are…
How To Get To Florianópolis (2026 Guide)
Florianópolis is one of Brazil’s most accessible island destinations for both domestic and international tourism. Whether you’re flying internationally, road-tripping down the coast, or coming by long-distance bus, getting here is simple once you know your route. This…
History of Surfing in Florianópolis, Brazil
Florianópolis — or Floripa — has evolved from a quiet island of fishermen into one of the most important surfing capitals in South America. Its 42 beaches, consistent swells, and surf-first lifestyle have shaped not just local identity, but Brazil’s rise as a global…
The Ultimate Florianópolis Travel Guide
Florianópolis — or Floripa, as everyone calls it — is Brazil’s island paradise and one of the fastest-rising travel destinations in South America. Known as the Ilha da Magia (Island of Magic), this city blends 40+ beaches, world-class surf, vibrant nightlife,…
Why Florianópolis, Brazil, Is Becoming a Top Destination for Digital Nomads
If you’ve been active in any digital nomad forums lately, there is a good chance you have noticed the buzz about Florianópolis, Brazil, or Floripa, as locals call it. Once a quiet surf island in southern Brazil, it’s now one of the fastest-growing remote work hubs in…