The World Cup officially kicks off today in Brazil. There are 32 countries participating but in the end only one will remain-the winner of the World Cup of soccer.

Soccer, or football as it’s known in most of the world where it is popular, is a cheap way to keep fit and bond with the locals when you travel. All you need is a ball, open area and willing players. Stuff Your Rucksack, a philanthropic-spirited online community, even recommends donating soccer balls to charitable organizations in developing countries. Besides soccer, there is another way to keep fit while in Brazil. Check out our previous post entitled:

Fighting Fit

More FIFA posts to come throughout the duration of this tournament. Stay tuned…