So it’s a year since we were heading to Brazil for the 2014 World Rafting Champs.

Thinking back on it there were a few surprises on that trip!

• Capybara

  Rodents the size of large dogs! The Capybara could often be seen snuffling around on open fields.

• No one was allowed to stand around with shirts off at Itaipu canal – so disappointing!

• So little English spoken at tourist spots!

• Soft toilet seats that go “pfffft” when you sit on them.

• Ladies doing some pretty provocative dancing on stage – but not being allowed into the disco with sleeveless tops or sandals on ….

But there were also some non-surprises:

• They take the “manana” attitude of South America to a whole new level!

• Milan received the most hugs and kisses :)

I wonder what surprises we will find in Indonesia this year!