Robert Landon

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In 2002, Robert went to Brazil for one week, stayed two, returned home to quit his job and sell all his wordly goods, and a month later was living in Copacabana. He later moved to São Paulo, and has also spent extensive time in the south of Brazil. He is co-author of Lonely Planet's Brazil, as well as Colombia, Portugal, California and West Africa, and his travel writing has also appeared in the Los Angeles Times, the Miami Herald, the Houston Chronicle and the San Jose Mercury News.

 
 
  1. Article Image: São Paulo's Super-Rich

    São Paulo's Super-Rich

    Article by Robert Landon, July 2007

    Want to see how the Upper Half live? Visit these plum spots for a glimpse of privileged Paulistanos at play. Read the full article ›

    Tags: Brazil • Cities

  2. Article Image: Sounds & Sights of Portugal

    Sounds & Sights of Portugal

    Podcast by Robert Landon, August 2006

    Soaring music and soaring spires - Robert Landon breaks bread with the nuns of northern Portugal. Listen to the podcast ›

    Tags: Portugal

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