March 23, 2012 | Luis | Seasonal and Events, Travel Interests | No Comments
Having the largest Catholic population in the world, Brazil celebrates Easter with rituals similar to those of other Catholic countries. During the Holy Week-Semana Santa in Portuguese, visitors arrive in the historic cities to experience the traditional Catholic rituals on the cobblestone streets and in the old churches where the Mass is held. If you would like to learn more or even experienc... [read more]
TAGS: Catholic, chocolate Easter eggs, clip fish, cod fish, Easter Bunny, Easter Ring, pacocoa, Palm Sunday, Semana Santa March 12, 2012 | Luis | Budget, Destinations, Eat and Drink, Getting Around, Salvador da Bahia, Sights, Travel Interests | No Comments
Salvador de Bahia is the capital of the Bahia state in Brazil. The city is also known as the birthplace of the Brazilian culture and it is a famous tourist destination spot, as it has a charming old town, a vibrant cultural life and a very popular carnival celebration. The locals are easy going, open minded, and friendly people. So if you are interested about traveling to the city, read our shor... [read more]
TAGS: Abaeté Park, Bahia, Cidada Alta, Largo do Pelurinho, Mercado Modelo, Museu Afro-Brasileiro, Nosso Senhor do Bonfim, Praça da Sé, Terreiro de Jesus March 9, 2012 | Luis | Destinations, Rio de Janeiro | No Comments
Rio de Janeiro is one of the most popular city in South America and also the 2nd largest in Brazil. There are at least 5 things that people immediately associate, when they hear Rio de Janeiro. Which are these 5 things? So here they are: Samba, Carnival, Copacabana, Ipanema and Chris the Redeemer. However the city of Rio has much more attractions that are worth see. Some of the visitors think th... [read more]
TAGS: Carnival, Chris the Redeemer, Copacabana, Ipanema, samba 
Having the largest Catholic population in the world, Brazil celebrates Easter with rituals similar to those of other Catholic countries. During the Holy Week-Semana Santa in Portuguese, visitors arrive in the historic cities to experience the traditional Catholic rituals on the cobblestone streets and in the old churches where the Mass is held. If you would like to learn more or even experience the Easter traditions in Brazil, keep reading on and enjoy our guide about Unique Easter tradition... [read more]
Salvador de Bahia is the capital of the Bahia state in Brazil. The city is also known as the birthplace of the Brazilian culture and it is a famous tourist destination spot, as it has a charming old town, a vibrant cultural life and a very popular carnival celebration. The locals are easy going, open minded, and friendly people. So if you are interested about traveling to the city, read our short travel guide to Salvador de Bahia and enjoy!Get inAll of the biggest Brazilian airlines have... [read more]
Rio de Janeiro is one of the most popular city in South America and also the 2nd largest in Brazil. There are at least 5 things that people immediately associate, when they hear Rio de Janeiro. Which are these 5 things? So here they are: Samba, Carnival, Copacabana, Ipanema and Chris the Redeemer. However the city of Rio has much more attractions that are worth see. Some of the visitors think that because it is a world-wide known city, is hardly affordable for budget travelers, but no, as ther... [read more]
Foz do Iguacu is one of the most tourist friendly states of Parana, Brazil, known as a gateway to both Argentina and Paraguay. It is a world- wide known tourist resort, as it hosts the wonderful Iguacu Falls. The city is characterized by fascinating cultural diversity with varied ethnic groups originating from Argentina, Paraguay, China and Lebanon. Because the predominant industry is tourism, this part of South America has become something of a tourist hot-spot and if you want to discover, ha... [read more]
Did you know that Brazil counts with the mayor biodiversity of the world? As Brazil is famous not just about its festivals but about its enchanting landscape, featuring world-famous beaches and amazing rainforests, it is a number one tourist destination spot in Latin America. In usual most of the tourists visit the major cities in Brazil, but what about the enchanting little fishing villages which are so fabulous however, do not belong to the most visited tourist destination spots in the count... [read more]
I’m sure you all heard about the greatest attraction of Rio de Janeiro, about the largest art deco statue of Jesus Christ-Christ the Redeemer. Situate in the top of the Corcovado Mountain, it is a 130 foot tall and 98 foot wide statue, that has become the landmark of the city. The statue was built in 1922 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Brazilian Independence. In 2007 The Christ the Redeemer statue was included in the New Seven Wonders of the World list. Today it is still the most be... [read more]
The city of Foz do Iguacu is a favorite destination spot for travelers in Brazil, as it hosts the wonderful waterfalls. There are a number of hotels and hostels, varied lodging establishments to meet the needs of all travelers. Weather you are looking for luxury hotels or you are interested about the comfort at low-cost, it is quite sure that you will find the best hotel or hostel during your stay. In the following we are going to help for those tourists who are planning to travel on a budge... [read more]
Sao Paulo is considered to be the cultural capital of Brazil, so culture lovers will find art galleries, museums and world-wide orchestra’s in this cultural and artistic metropolis. The city is notable for hosting many attractions, green spaces and many interesting buildings for architecture enthusiasts like the whimsical Victorian mansions, skyscrapers like Edifício Copán, the Victorian style train station, the Baroque cathedral Igrija de São Francisco de Assis. Weather you choose from... [read more]
Florianapolis, often referred as Floripa is a wonderful sight for visitors, strengthen on the Island of Santa Catarina framed by sand dunes, small islands and beautiful lakes. As the title suggests: ‘Florianapolis, as a true tourist paradise’ our guide will give you some basic travel information about this magnificent city, so if you haven’t been there yet, this guide will surely assure you that Floripa should be on your Brazilian travel destination list. So read it on and start planning... [read more]
Brazil is a country that provides a vast array of adventures, whether you are an extreme sport lover or someone who just adore nature, the land of Amazon offers a variety of things to do. Check out our short guide about the must do adventures in Brazil, and plan your tour to experience all of the activities available in the country for a memorable holiday.Hang glidingHang gliding in Rio is a must activity for those who are looking for extreme adventures and adrenalin rush experienc... [read more]
