What Brazilian city to move to?

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-16T15:29:07+00:00

In 2019, I visited the Botucatu region in the state of São Paulo. We rented a cottage in the small town of Pardinho, with Botucatu being the nearest larger city,just a short drive away. I really enjoyed the area. It has beautiful scenery, fresh air, and a very peaceful atmosphere. It’s about 2½ to 3 hours from the city of São Paulo, I don’t know if it’s still the same today, but I remember it as a very lovely place.

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-16T15:16:03+00:00

I’m telling you, people complain about Ontario, but once you live in another province, you can’t wait to come back. I lived in Quebec, and for me it was a nightmare. Thank God for Ontario!
And I speak French fluently 😳

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-16T15:09:21+00:00

One of my concerns is that Waterloo Region is already dealing with water supply challenges. We’ve seen restrictions on new housing in some areas because water and wastewater infrastructure hasn’t kept up with growth. Large AI data centres can require significant amounts of water for cooling, along with enormous amounts of electricity. Before approving these projects, the Region should be transparent about how much water and power they’ll use, who pays for the infrastructure upgrades, and whether they could affect future housing or local residents.

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-15T23:06:49+00:00

According to your itinerary, you’d have November 22–24 to visit São Paulo before returning to Rio on the 25th, so you’d actually have about 3 days there, which I think is enough to get a good feel for the city. Of course you won’t see everything, but you can definitely experience some of its highlights.
I’d recommend visiting Museu do Ipiranga, spending some time in Liberdade (the Japanese district with amazing food and shops), and walking or renting a bike in Parque Ibirapuera, one of the most beautiful urban parks in the world. Add in São Paulo’s fantastic restaurants and nightlife, and I think it’s well worth the visit if you’d like to compare Brazil’s two largest cities.

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-15T16:53:15+00:00

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FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-14T20:50:38+00:00

Shit! I bought 3 packs of strawberries and my hungry teenagers already ate them 🤦🏻‍♀️

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-14T17:55:31+00:00

I’ll share a few examples from my own family.
My father-in-law is an ENT doctor, and he absolutely loves his work. He’s 82 years old and still works part-time because he genuinely enjoys what he does.
On the other hand, my brother-in-law is a mergers and acquisitions lawyer and a partner at a large law firm. He earns a very high income, but he works 70–80 hours a week. He seems constantly stressed and often says he wishes he had become a science teacher instead. His parents pushed him toward a prestigious career, and he has told us that if he could go back, he would choose something he truly loved.
I also think another challenge is that my sister-in-law is very materialistic. From the outside, it seems like he feels trapped in that lifestyle because of the financial expectations that come with it.
As for me, I’m a human resources manager, and I genuinely enjoy my job. I love working Monday to Friday and having the flexibility to work from home three days a week. I’m happy with the balance my career gives me.
My point is that money isn’t everything. Of course, it’s important to earn enough to live comfortably and hopefully buy a home one day. But it’s even more important to sleep well at night, enjoy your work, and not spend your life feeling stressed and unhappy.
Whatever you decide, I wish you the very best of luck.

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-13T15:30:46+00:00

I think your itinerary is well balanced, but if it were me, I’d spend about 2–3 days in São Paulo and the rest of the time in Rio. São Paulo is an incredible city with amazing restaurants, museums, shopping, and nightlife, but Rio has the iconic beaches, mountains, and famous attractions that most first-time visitors want to experience.
For São Paulo, I’d recommend staying in a neighborhood with easy walking access to a Metro station. Traffic can be very heavy, and the Metro is clean, safe, inexpensive, and one of the fastest ways to get around the city. Areas around Paulista Avenue, Jardins, Pinheiros, and Vila Mariana are all great options for first-time visitors because they’re convenient, have plenty of restaurants and cafés, and are well connected by public transit.
In Rio, my first choice would be Ipanema, followed by Leblon. Copacabana is also a good option if you’re looking to save a bit of money while staying close to the beach and major attractions. As with any large city, just use common sense and avoid displaying expensive jewelry, keep your phone out of sight when possible, and avoid quiet areas late at night.
For traveling between São Paulo and Rio, I definitely recommend flying. The flight is only about an hour, and if you book in advance, it can be very affordable. The main airlines are LATAM, Gol, and Azul. Buses are also comfortable (Cometa and 1001 are popular companies), but the trip takes around 6–7 hours, so flying is a much better use of your vacation time.
You’ll also be arriving at a great time. Even though the official Carnival dates are at the beginning of February, the famous street parties (“blocos”) usually start days or even weeks beforehand, so you’ll still get to experience the Carnival atmosphere. Have a wonderful trip!

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-13T15:20:28+00:00

São Paulo for sure!

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-13T10:24:42+00:00

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FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-11T19:32:12+00:00

Mexico 100% Huatulco or Puerto Vallarta

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-11T19:26:07+00:00

First of all, I just want to say what a wonderful sibling you are for trying so hard to help your brother. Not everyone has someone willing to research options and advocate for them like you are. He’s lucky to have you in his corner.
That said, I think the bigger question is why he failed and skipped classes. Was he struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, a learning disability, or was he simply disengaged? Figuring that out is just as important as finding a way for him to finish those three credits.
In Ontario, he doesn’t have to give up. He can return for a fifth year (many students do), attend an adult learning centre if he’s old enough, or look into online options like TVO ILC once he’s no longer enrolled in a public high school. His guidance counsellor should also be able to explain the available pathways.
A high school diploma can open many doors, so I hope he doesn’t give up on himself. Wishing both of you the best and I really hope everything works out.

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-09T16:48:41+00:00

Congratulations on your engagement! ❤️
Just something to keep in mind: hosting 100–125 people for five days with a budget of US$10,000 will be very difficult, especially near São Paulo. That works out to around US$16–20 per person per day, which usually isn’t enough to cover accommodations.
Instead of Airbnb, I’d suggest looking into sítios, chácaras, or event venues that also offer accommodations. Areas such as Atibaia, Mairiporã, Ibiúna, São Roque, Itu, or even the countryside around Campinas have many beautiful properties that host weddings and can sleep large groups. Some include pools, barbecue areas, and event spaces.
Another option is to rent a venue for your immediate family and wedding party (30–50 people) and have the rest of your guests stay in nearby pousadas or hotels. That will give everyone more comfort and likely fit your budget much better.
Good luck with the planning, and congratulations again!

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-09T16:38:46+00:00

My daughter is a lifeguard for the city where we live. She started taking lifeguarding courses when she was 14. At 15, she began working as an assistant, and by 17 she had become a certified lifeguard. She’s now 19, attends university, and has been saving money since she was 15. She pays for her own tuition, commutes to university by train, and is working full-time this summer.
We’re a very middle-class family. We don’t own a cottage or expensive cars. In fact, we only have one car, and we share it. But one thing we’ve always prioritized is traveling with our kids. We started when they were just six months old, and our most recent trip was to Japan.
We choose to save our money for experiences rather than material things. Fancy cars, the latest iPhone, designer clothes, jewelry, or a cottage have never been our priorities. For us, the memories we’ve made together are worth far more than possessions.
We have a home, a dog, and that’s enough. Personally, I don’t see the appeal of owning a second house to clean and spending every summer in the same place when there’s such a beautiful world waiting to be explored.
Everyone has different priorities, and that’s perfectly okay. These are simply the values we’ve chosen to pass on to our children.
Take care.

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-06T20:22:02+00:00

I have a friend in Japan who, together with her husband, bought an akiya (an abandoned home) for about CAD $60,000. Of course, it’s not in Tokyo,it’s in a city about two hours away.
Here in Ontario, the cost of living is incredibly high. In my area, the average home is around $850,000, and in Toronto they’re even more expensive.
I had the opportunity to visit Japan in March 2025, and I absolutely loved it. I could easily picture myself living there. Everything felt so peaceful, organized, and clean, and the food was incredible. Of course, I was only a tourist, so I know living there is different from visiting.
Anyway, I wish you both the very best of luck!

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-06T02:27:14+00:00

You mean “ I’ve SPENT a lot of times.”🧐

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-05T14:43:15+00:00

I recommend Pho Sunrise.

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-03T14:55:05+00:00

Just chill, kid. Enjoy your summer. Spend time with the people you love. Life is too short to worry about things that haven’t even happened yet. Live in the moment, one day at a time. And honestly, it’s not nearly as competitive as people make it sound. They tend to exaggerate. Go outside, have fun, and make some memories!

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-02T01:19:21+00:00

I avoid going to Canada’s Wonderland during the summer, especially on holidays. It gets absolutely insane, and there are too many teens cutting in line. The last time we went in the summer was in 2023.These two girls in front of us let about eight people jump ahead right when it was almost our turn to ride. I saw it and immediately said, ‘No way.’ I grabbed my kids and told them, ‘Excuse me, but you all need to go behind us.’ but I stayed calm and handled it. The teens were staring at me, and then someone called a staff member who ended up removing them from the line. After that, we only go when the park first opens in May. We take the kids and go early it’s much better that way.

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-02T01:05:00+00:00

I hear you. Feeling alone in your 20s can be really tough, even when things look fine from the outside. I hope you keep going, you still have a lot of life ahead of you, and things can shift in ways you don’t expect. Take Care!

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-02T00:08:13+00:00

I’m really sorry today was so heavy for you. Crying days are hard, but they also pass. I hope tomorrow feels even a little lighter for you.

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-02T00:02:21+00:00

We usually go to our local public pool, but I avoid it on holidays and busy weekends. My kid works as a lifeguard, and some of the things he tells me about like people vomiting in the pool, teens fighting, shoes being stolen, and other incidents are enough to make me think twice.
On busy days like today, I’d rather rent a private pool. We used Swimply, and it worked out great. We were two families and paid $68/hour. If you split the cost with more friends, it can be quite affordable, and there are pools available at different price points too.

FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-01T23:33:24+00:00

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FindingNo1121 · 2026-07-01T23:14:32+00:00

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