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Northeastern Brazil: a cultural stew of culinary delights!

By Simone Scorsato on Feb 20, 2020 in Brazil, Food and Drink, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany

Rich in geographical and cultural diversity, Brazil is a delightful destination for those who love to eat and experience knowledge and flavors on a culinary journey through different regions of the country to stimulate the senses of sight, smell and, above all, taste. In fact, over more than 500 years of history, Brazilian cuisine results

5 reasons to join the Carnival revelry in Brazil

By Simone Scorsato on Jan 27, 2020 in Brazil, Events, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

One of the most anticipated parties on Brazil’s calendar, Carnival has, over the centuries, become an integral part of national culture. However, it is neither a Brazilian invention nor is it celebrated in Brazil only. In fact, Carnival dates back to Ancient Mesopotamia, Greece, and Rome. In Brazil, the revelry began in the colonial period

Many different carnivals in Brazil: 7 destinations to listen to the sound of nature

By Simone Scorsato on Dec 30, 2019 in Attractions, Brazil, Going Out, Regions, South America

The most famous and celebrated popular festival in Brazil, Carnival has become, over the centuries, one of the major cultural events, annually drawing thousands of revelers to different cities. The whole country transforms itself in the carnival season, with endless possibilities of fun from North to South, including numerous street carnival blocks and groups in

5 beach experiences in the Brazilian summer

By Simone Scorsato on Oct 23, 2019 in Brazil, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

Bathing destinations appeared in mid-18th Century Europe. First, because of the therapeutic properties of sea bathing, prescribed by doctors for those suffering from some illness or living in the unhealthy urban environment. The sea, the salinity of the water, the sun, the breeze, and the marine landscape, though shyly at first, appeared in that period

From north to south, 5 good reasons to isolate yourself in Brazil

By Simone Scorsato on Sep 23, 2019 in Brazil, Regions, South America

With 8,516,000 km², Brazil is the largest country in South America and one of the ten largest in the world. Apart from the world-famous cities of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, the country has a number of places that invite you to experience isolation and connection with nature – whether in the heart of the

Discover the top 3 biomes for safaris in Brazil

By Simone Scorsato on Aug 23, 2019 in Adventure Travel, Brazil, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

Brazil is home to the world’s largest biodiversity. Among the various ecosystems found in the country, three stand out. Considered the lung of our planet, the Amazon rainforest alone covers nearly 60% of Brazil’s territory, while the Pantanal is one of the world’s largest continuous wetlands. Ecotourism destinations par excellence, these regions, as well as

Family friendly Brazil - 5 ways to discover Brazil's north-east

By Simone Scorsato on Jul 28, 2019 in Brazil, Family Travel, Featured, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

Still undecided on your next family vacation? If you are looking for sunshine and fun, to learn something, to bond, to disconnect from work and reconnect with your loved ones? Then look no further than the north-east of Brazil. Located between the Tropic of Capricorn and the Equator, this region has sunshine year round and has

5 places to experience Brazil's contemporary art

By Simone Scorsato on Jun 27, 2019 in Attractions, Brazil, Going Out, Regions, South America

Native American buildings were the original architecture and building blocks of Brazil. More colonial styles became prevalent with arrival of the Portuguese in the 1500s and these cobbled streets and ornate buildings remain well preserved. However it was in the 1960s that Brazil entered the ‘big league’ of the world architecture scene with a modernist

Revel in Brazil’s joy for life as part of your next trip

By Simone Scorsato on May 30, 2019 in Brazil, Events, Food and Drink, Regions, South America, Travel Miscellany

It’s said that Brazilians will find ways to express their joy for life and their passion for celebration within everything they do – via music, dance and food, and even through sport – and visitors to Brazil cannot help but be caught up in this infectious party spirit. Brazil is a spectacular ethnic mix of

Brazil's top 5 nature destinations

By Simone Scorsato on Apr 11, 2019 in Attractions, Brazil, Going Out, Regions, South America

Luxury tourism to Brazil is back in focus with the news that Virgin Atlantic recently announced that they would launch daily flights on their Dreamliner fleet between London Heathrow and São Paulo in 2020. Of course, Brazil’s beaches and Rio de Janeiro are on the wish list of most international travellers, but there has been

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