Introducing Brazil
Watch our video to see why our specialists love Brazil...
Watch our video to see why our specialists love Brazil...
We've put together a guidebook with everything you need to know about Brazil. Written by our specialists, it details destination information, a wildlife guide, some suggested itineraries and plenty more to inspire your holiday. Fill in the form below and if you live in UK, your guidebook will arrive by post within the next couple of days. For those who live abroad, we will send you a copy by email.
Our Latin America specialist Grant tells us why his heart lies in Brazil, a country defined by its natural beauty, exotic wildlife, spectacular landscapes and legendary beach hot spots. Brazil is simply made for travel and has something to offer even the most discerning traveller.
Rio de Janeiro is undoubtedly South America’s most iconic city. It’s a city so full of life, samba beats, iconic landmarks, golden sand beaches and party people. It’s a city that has it all and here the Latin America team tell you the top six things that are not to be missed in Rio de Janeiro.
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From honeymoons to family fun, Rio de Janeiro will captivate your senses and provide the perfect introduction to any Brazil holiday.
Rio is one of the world’s most captivating cities, wedged in between a glitzy coastline and lush-green mountainous rainforest; there’s no location quite like it. With the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer watching over the city and the dramatic views from cable cars up Sugar Loaf Mountain, Rio de Janeiro offers city tours like no other. From the stunning botanical gardens to the artistic neighbourhood of Santa Teresa, fantastic museums and the colourful favelas of the city; it’s no wonder Rio is known as the Cidade Maravilhosa (Marvellous City).
Marvellous location comes with marvellous people; the Cariocas (residents of Rio) are friendly, passionate and full of life. Rio exudes an energy, which comes out through the city’s love for dance, football, and beach activities, all of which are part of everyday life and form the basis of the local culture. The infectious beat of the samba is the music of Rio and central to Carnival - Rio’s biggest party and one of the world’s most famous celebrations. Held every February, Carnival clearly demonstrates the Cariocas lust for life, and the samba rhythm forms the backbone of the Carnival parade. Samba can also be seen in Rio year round from weekend samba parties around Lapa to Rio's myriad of clubs and venues offering live music.
As well as dancing to the beat, Rio also lives and breathes football. Brazil is known as the ‘country of football’ and all around the city you can see locals playing on favela streets, on Copacabana beach or watching a game at the Maracanã stadium. This undying energy extends to the beaches of Rio. Blessed with a continuous 45-mile ribbon of sand; these beaches are a hub of activity. From volleyball to football, surfing, and swimming, the beaches of Rio are a Carioca playground. People from all walks of life come together to play, soak up the sun and enjoy the picture perfect view.
With so much going on, Rio is a city that doesn’t sleep and so to make the most of your stay we can suggest the best hotels, located near to the best beaches and tastiest restaurants. From samba lessons to football matches, or helicopter rides over the Christ the Redeemer we can arrange the perfect trip for you.