Brazil Travel Tips
For hundreds of years, Brazil has symbolized the great escape into a primordial, tropical paradise, igniting the Western imagination like no other South American country. From the mad passion of Carnaval to the immensity of the dark Amazon, it is a country of mythic proportions.
Perhaps it's not quite the Eden of popular imagination, but it's still a land of staggering beauty. There are stretches of unexplored rainforest, islands with pristine tropical beaches, and endless rivers. And there are the people themselves, who delight the visitor with their energy and joy.
Salvador da Bahia Suggested Itineraries
If Rio de Janeiro is Brazil’s golden, glamorous face, and the Amazon its exotic, mysterious heart, then Salvador da Bahia is its irrepressibly joyful soul. Famous for its wild festivals (Salvador’s ... Continue Reading »
Rio de Janeiro Suggested Itineraries
Rio de Janeiro isn’t known as the Cidade Maravilhosa (Marvelous City) for nothing. Beautiful beaches, expansive mountains, the lively Cariocas and the grand Carnaval are only some of the reasons ... Continue Reading »
Rio de Janeiro Beaches
The beaches of Rio de Janeiro are the stuff of song and legend, and they certainly live up to their billing. An entire state unto itself rather than a single city, Rio sees nearly three million ... Continue Reading »
Rio de Janeiro Tropical Islands
Even if your visit to Rio de Janeiro is a short one, you should budget a day or two to travel to some of the exotic tropical islands surrounding the marvelous city in the Green Coast Region. A ... Continue Reading »
See Iguacu Falls from Argentina and Paraguay
While the Brazilian side of Iguacu offers the finest views, folks who want to immerse themselves in the prismatic mists of the other 80% of the falls will want to cross the border to Argentina. In ... Continue Reading »
Suggested Itineraries: 3 Days in Foz do Iguacu
While three days is more than enough time to see just the falls, there is more to Foz do Iguazu and the surrounding area that is worth exploring. Day 1: Touchdown in Foz do Iguacu Arrive in ... Continue Reading »
Three Ways to See Iguacu Falls
Only about 20% of the park lies on the Brazilian side of the border. Thus, the vast majority of hiking trails, adventure tours, and other activities begin on the Argentine side. There's still plenty ... Continue Reading »
Day Trips from Salvador da Bahia
Brazil’s third-largest city, Salvador da Bahia, is perfectly situated for taking advantage of some of the country’s most spectacular scenery, from idyllic beachfronts to historic villages. A scenic ... Continue Reading »
3 Days in Fortaleza: Suggested Itineraries
Fortaleza is a perpetually sunny, seaside city with a vibrant atmosphere, lovely restored colonial buildings and several urban beaches. One of the largest cities in Brazil’s northeast, its main charm ... Continue Reading »
Natal Suggested Itineraries
Natal sits as the capital of Rio Grande de Norte and can be found just south of the eastern horn of Brazil. Known for its sandy dunes and white beaches, most visitors come here for a taste of ... Continue Reading »
Best Surf Spots in Brazil
With some 7491km (4644mi) of fabulous Atlantic coastline, it’s no surprise that Brazil has dozens of spectacular surf spots to explore. While it is best known for its sandy-bottomed beach breaks, ... Continue Reading »
Birders and Conservationists Enthusiastic about New Parks
Most visitors to Brazil’s lush, wealthy Brasilia State come to enjoy the fantastic beaches, such Praia de Forte, Costa de Sauipe, and Itaparica Island, as well as the rich cultural milieu, historic ... Continue Reading »
Brazilian Air Passes Now Easily Available Online
Brazil is enormous: At 8,514,215 square kilometers (3,287,357 square miles), it occupies almost half of South America, an area just larger than the continental United States, and a bit smaller ... Continue Reading »
Brazil’s ADAPTA Looks to Climate Change
Though the climate change debate remains contentious (in the USA, at least), there is at least one aspect of global warming that cannot be denied. Current conditions in the Brazilian rainforest are ... Continue Reading »
Crowdsourcing the Amazon: Brazil Creates the World's First Botanical Wiki
It is an honor—but also a responsibility—for any nation to be entrusted with the care of one of the most the most biodiverse, ecologically sensitive, and globally important regions of the world. ... Continue Reading »
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