DECEMBER 26, 2014

- A peaceful evening setting on Praia do Cachadaco near the smalll coastal town of Trindade.

To end the 2014 year, I had the opportunity to travel with my parents along the beautiful Brazilian coast from Ilhabela Island to Rio de Janeiro. We had excellent weather and enjoyed relaxing on some of Brazil's most beautiful beaches. There were many tranquil moments along the way, such as this evening scene on the beach near Trindade. At the conclusion of the trip, we brought in the new year with the impressive fireworks displays in Rio.

- A rock outcropping on Praia do Cachadaco.

- A beautiful sunrise from a beach near Paraty.

- Looking out over Lopes Mendes beach on Ilha Grande.

- The crystal clear water at Lopes Mendes beach.

- The Christ the Redeemer statue is illuminated at dusk, making it visible from almost anywhere in Rio.

- The view of Rio from the Corcovado at dusk.

- New Years fireworks at Flamengo Beach.