Showing posts with label Brazil. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Brazil. Show all posts

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Discover Guided Tours of Brazil

Most people don’t think of South America went they think of going on vacation. Even so, there are guided tours of many places on this continent that will provide you with an adventure of a lifetime and will allow you to see things few venture forth to see. Adventure guided tours of Brazil may be just the South American location for you.

Most guided tours of Brazil begin in Rio de Janeiro, the largest city in Brazil. After getting you settled, your tour guide may begin by taking you on a spectacular two-stage cable car tour of the Sugar Loaf Mountain. At the top of the mountain, you’ll need to have your camera ready to take mountaintop pictures of Rio de Janeiro, Copacabana Beach and the lovely Guanabara Bay.

While still in Rio de Janeiro, many guided tours will take you to see the sights of the city, including a visit to the H. Stern Gem Factory—the largest jewelry factory and store in the world. You may also visit the Corcovado Mountain, ascending the mountain by means of a cog railway. At the top, you’ll have a panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro from the site of the statue of Christ the Redeemer, sitting 2,300 feet above the city.

While in Rio de Janeiro, many guided tours will introduce you to traditional Brazilian cuisine, shopping areas, music venues and areas for further shopping and sightseeing on your own.

Another common site for guided tours of Brazil is Foz do Iguaçú, the fourth largest city in Brazil, located in Southern Brazil. There you will see the stunning Iguassu Falls, a waterfall with a flow capacity equal to three times that of Niagara Falls. The falls marks the demarcation between Brazil and Argentina. Perhaps you’ll stay in a hotel overlooking the waterfalls.

Many guided tours offer you the opportunity to spend a couple of days at the waterfalls, including walking tours of the Brazilian side of the falls and a motor coach tour of the Argentine side of this spectacular place. You can walk through the Foz do Iguaçú National Park with views that take you to spots directly over the falls—including one called the “Devil’s Throat”.

Take an early morning flight out of the falls area, where many guided tours of Brazil will take you to Manaus, in the heart of the Amazon River valley. You may stay at a hotel on the Rio Negro just before it meets with the more expansive Amazon River.

Guided tours of this area of Brazil would be remiss if they failed to take visitors on an actual Amazon River tour. So hop on an Amazonian riverboat for a day-long tour down the Amazon River. Many such tours will let you stop off for an amazing hike through the jungle and a picnic lunch in this pristine area of Brazil.

Guided tours of the city of Manaus are also available, where you can see the Indian Museum, the municipal market and a famous Italian opera house. Then it’s off to fly to Brasilia, Brazil’s planned, national capital. You’ll go on a lovely tour of the city, including the President’s residence, the Military Ministries, the Itamaraty Palace and many other sites of interest.

Other guided tours will fly you into Salvador da Bahia, where you’ll take a historic tour of this site of colonial architecture. You’ll visit the Solar do Unhao, a restored colonial mansion where you can dine in the slaves quarters. There are many sites and attractions to see on guided tours of Brazil. Allow yourself at least two weeks to see and discover all that Brazil has to offer.

Friday, August 27, 2010

A Memorable Adventure Vacation in Brazil

A memorable adventure vacation should entail not just the people you are with but the impact of the place that you have been into. And going to Jericoacoara in Brazil can do just that. If you go on an adventure vacation in a very inviting place such as this, you will no longer have to worry about the people you are with or any other minor considerations because what the place offers will surely captivate your heart.

Popularly called ‘Jeri,’ Jericoacoara can be found at the northern part of the Brazilian state of Ceará. Up until now, the place is still considered as a remote island because you cannot access it easily. You will need to ride in a bus for long hours and ride is a dune buggy, which will take you 12 miles closer to your destination. To many, the road to Jeri itself is a big part of the vacation because getting there is truly an adventure!

Despite the long hours of travel, you wouldn’t find it a waste of time especially upon seeing immaculately incredible beaches. You will also be amazed to see the how beautiful the eco-protected haven. Getting here will definitely give you a taste of going back to basics because you would not see paved roads, vehicles or cars, malls, banks, and even lighted street lights because there is limited and restricted supply of electricity.

Although it lacks the conveniences that the modern world has to offer, the sheer beauty that you can remember for the rest of your life will still amaze you: landscape that is dominated by sand dunes, glorious warm sea waters and clear lagoons or a national park that boast of wildlife unique to Brazil.

Places and activities to discover
An adventure vacation in Jeri, Brazil can open up you to a world of exciting outdoor activities and places to discover. If you plan to enjoy outdoors to the fullest, try windsurfing, sandboarding, kitesurfing, or horse-riding. If you want to be more adventurous, start an exploration at the dunes, various rock formations, or visit the natural pools in nearby villages such as Guriu, a famous fishing community and Mangue Seco.

What you need to prepare

But before indulging into a vacation free from the toxicity of modern life, there are some things that you need to pay attention to such as knowing how to get there, places where you can stay, the length of your stay, your timetable, as well as the things that you need to bring.

Getting there is possible via air travel and land travel. When you travel by air, you can fly from New York off to Guarulhos International Airport in Sao Paulo and through North Star Air Taxi through a charter flight off to Fortaleza. By land, you can ride a bus hailing from the central bus station of Fortaleza off and head to the place called ‘Jijoca’ and ride to a four-wheel drive off to Jeri for about 6 hours.

When it comes to the date of your vacation, you would not have to worry because the place has hot and humid weather all-year long. If you are planning to do some outdoor activities, go there between July to December. Avoid going there during the rainy season of season of February to May because not much activities can be done.

In terms of place to stay and accommodation, worry no more because you can get the best services and amenities at the beachfront Mosquito Blue or opt for vibrant and decent lodgings at the place called “Pousada Ibiscus” which is less expensive.

Friday, June 11, 2010

A Memorable Adventure Vacation in Brazil

A memorable adventure vacation should entail not just the people you are with but the impact of the place that you have been into. And going to Jericoacoara in Brazil can do just that. If you go on an adventure vacation in a very inviting place such as this, you will no longer have to worry about the people you are with or any other minor considerations because what the place offers will surely captivate your heart.

Popularly called ‘Jeri,’ Jericoacoara can be found at the northern part of the Brazilian state of Ceará. Up until now, the place is still considered as a remote island because you cannot access it easily. You will need to ride in a bus for long hours and ride is a dune buggy, which will take you 12 miles closer to your destination. To many, the road to Jeri itself is a big part of the vacation because getting there is truly an adventure!

Despite the long hours of travel, you wouldn’t find it a waste of time especially upon seeing immaculately incredible beaches. You will also be amazed to see the how beautiful the eco-protected haven. Getting here will definitely give you a taste of going back to basics because you would not see paved roads, vehicles or cars, malls, banks, and even lighted street lights because there is limited and restricted supply of electricity.

Although it lacks the conveniences that the modern world has to offer, the sheer beauty that you can remember for the rest of your life will still amaze you: landscape that is dominated by sand dunes, glorious warm sea waters and clear lagoons or a national park that boast of wildlife unique to Brazil.

Places and activities to discover

An adventure vacation in Jeri, Brazil can open up you to a world of exciting outdoor activities and places to discover. If you plan to enjoy outdoors to the fullest, try windsurfing, sandboarding, kitesurfing, or horse-riding. If you want to be more adventurous, start an exploration at the dunes, various rock formations, or visit the natural pools in nearby villages such as Guriu, a famous fishing community and Mangue Seco.

What you need to prepare

But before indulging into a vacation free from the toxicity of modern life, there are some things that you need to pay attention to such as knowing how to get there, places where you can stay, the length of your stay, your timetable, as well as the things that you need to bring.

Getting there is possible via air travel and land travel. When you travel by air, you can fly from New York off to Guarulhos International Airport in Sao Paulo and through North Star Air Taxi through a charter flight off to Fortaleza. By land, you can ride a bus hailing from the central bus station of Fortaleza off and head to the place called ‘Jijoca’ and ride to a four-wheel drive off to Jeri for about 6 hours.

When it comes to the date of your vacation, you would not have to worry because the place has hot and humid weather all-year long. If you are planning to do some outdoor activities, go there between July to December. Avoid going there during the rainy season of season of February to May because not much activities can be done.

In terms of place to stay and accommodation, worry no more because you can get the best services and amenities at the beachfront Mosquito Blue or opt for vibrant and decent lodgings at the place called “Pousada Ibiscus” which is less expensive.

Friday, February 19, 2010

Brazil's Tourist Attractions

Despite its popularity, Brazil is largely unknown to a lot of people. Other spots around the world have taken the front seat in the tourism area which is incredibly sad when you consider how much Brazil has to offer the tourist. No matter who you are there is something for you in Brazil. The culture is enough to please anyone and the many tourist attractions make for vacations that will be talked about for years to come.

One of the most famous of all tourist attractions is the churches of Salvador da Bahia. Built by the slaves from past years, the churches are huge mansions filled with gold and ordained like no other in the world. The church leaders in years past were very wealthy and required only the best in accommodations. During this time the churches were not really used for worship but for some other fairly illegal activities. This included the slave trade which plagued the country for decades.

Salvador is also known for the week long carnival that is held every year. During the summer months the streets come alive at night and welcome those from all over the world. While the city does offer festivals throughout the year, the carnival is the largest draw by far. Famous people the world over will travel the long distance to be part of the celebration. Dancing, plenty of music, food and drink are all part of the event. For many days the carnival will grind on. During the day you can find many cultural events, including demonstrations by the local tribes on their customs.

There is also Brasillia, the reigning capital of Brazil. Once a barren and dry land, Brasillia was turned into a thriving capital center over the course of three years. Some of the finest architects in the world answered the call to design the many buildings for the city. Over the course of three years the city was built and populated by thousands and became a thriving site of commerce and trade.

Then who could forget Rio de Janeiro. A famous tourist attraction itself, Rio boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. This is one of the most beautiful areas in all of Brazil. Over the years more and more celebrities have come to this area to purchase land. New economic deals have sprung up because of this and some of the locals are now running tours based on the homes that are owned by famous people the world over.

No matter where you go in Brazil you will find something that is highly desirable. It is no secret why so many are flocking to this area each year. Check with your travel agent as there are many wonderful packages that will give you a glimpse of this wonderfully diverse land.

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Take A Brazil Travel Package For The Ultimate Romantic Getaway To Buzios

A Brazil Travel Package isn’t everyone’s first thought when planning a romantic getaway. The name of Buzios in Brazil may not be a familiar one to you, and yet it is a well known destination for the rich and famous about three hours north of Rio by car on the tip of a long peninsula. Once a sleepy village it lies alongside some of the most beautiful dune lined beaches, in fact there are twenty five of them in all, and each one picture postcard beautiful. Buzios was made famous in the sixties when Brigette Bardot named it as her favourite beach retreat.

Buzios also is the home of the delightful luxury boutique hotel called the Casas Brancas, which is a real romantic hideaway getaway.

The Casas Brancas, which was built in the 1970’s, is real old school charm is terraced into a hillside overlooking the bay of Buzios and has only 32 individually decorated rooms and Suites.

All the rooms are air conditioned, have cable television, bar and safe, with free WI-Fi in the central areas of the hotel are nine standard rooms overlooking the garden, 14 superior rooms with a view of the ocean, some of which have a small private verandah. There are 6 seafront Deluxe rooms, more spacious than the Superior, and some have a little private verandah.

There are 3 oceanfront Suites with large private balconies, considerably more room than the Deluxe rooms. You can also walk straight out onto the beach. The suites would impress on a romantic getaway package!! If you can get Suite 21, then it has a jacuzzi.

The Casas Brancas prides itself on giving its guests the services of a hotel and the comfort of home, and the quite superb staff certainly come close to achieving this objective. They are both attentive yet unobtrusive, efficient and extremely discrete.

The Casas Brancas has a Greek Meditteranean feel and look to it, and overlooking the bay, and being a few steps away from both the beach and the town. You will see some of the most romantic sunsets you could ever imagine.

Meals are taken overlooking the Bay of Buzios, and the restaurant serves a Brazilian Meditteranean fusion.

You can sit in the restaurant under a terracotta canopy, and the view, the service, and the sheer quality of the food will ensure you don’t rush. Imagine steak cooked so that it literally melts in your mouth, and fish so beautifully cooked you crave for more.

The restaurant has a very good reputation in Buzios, but you must go out into Buzios and enjoy local food. The hotel is only a five minute walk from the Rua das Pedras the famous main street where you will find restaurants, shop,s bars, and live music, and the fishing boats lined up on the shore.

Buzios is famous for its beaches so you might do well to hire a car, although many of the famous beaches are within walking distance

There are few more romantic spots in Brazil than Buzios, and no better spot for a romantic getaway than the luxury boutique hotel that is the Casas Brancas.

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