05:53The sounds of samba, Ipanema Beach and great Brazilian climate draws me here, having travelled with some friends, at least I have a feeling of safety in numbers. Rio de Janeiro was the capital of Brazil for almost two centuries (1763-1822) and the capital of the Portuguese Empire (1808-1821). Commonly known as Rio, the city […]
Brazil is the fifth largest country in the world, which nearly covers half of South America. Ranging from vast cities to huge rain forests, it is culturally diverse and environmentally mixed. It offers tropical escapes as well as cultural escapes, a destination that travellers can find any activity they are seeking. Officially the Federative […]
Comfort Suites Oscar Freire is located 2 blocks from Clínicas and Sumaré subway stations. Its position provides easy city access and features a swimming pool and sauna. Free Wi-Fi is available. Guest rooms equipped with air conditioning and offer a balcony. Each room features a cable TV, a DVD player, a minibar, and a […]
Only 2 blocks from world-famous Ipanema Beach and from Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Hotel San Marco provides air-conditioned accommodation with cable TV. Rooms at Hotel San Marco offer basic amenities, including private bathroom, telephone, minibar and safe. Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast at San Marco’s restaurant. Due to its convenient location the hotel […]
Pousada Morro do Forte is hidden behind tropical gardens and flowering trees and is 219 yards from Pontal Beach. It offers stunning views of Paraty and a pool with sun terrace. The cosy rooms at Pousada Morro do Forte have rustic red-brick interiors and wood-panelled ceilings. All are equipped with air conditioning, a TV […]
Tam Airlines Business Class from London to São Paulo enroute to Buenos Aires. I’ve always enjoyed experiencing other airlines in order to compare service levels and comfort. Although I don’t always travel in Business Class, it is however a great way to travel long haul. TAM Airlines Business Class was very spacious and comfortable, however […]
Sao Paulo is the largest in Brazil and fifth in the world by population, located in the southeast of the country. It is the richest city in Brazil. The name means Saint Paul in Portuguese. People from the city of São Paulo are known as Paulistano, while Paulista designates anyone from the whole of São […]
08:34This preserved colonial town from the 16th century has earned its status of a historic site, meaning ‘for you’, Paraty offers the perfect luxurious break in a tropical location. Located on the Costa Verde (Green Coast) that runs along the coastline of the state of Rio de Janeiro is this preserved Portuguese colonial town. […]