By September 7th is Brazilian Independence Day , and we’re in the mood to celebrate. This country is famous for its carnival, caipirinhas and sunshine, but we bet you didn’t know… A Brazilian invented flight Wht? Yeah, it’s true: Alberto Santos-Dumont is a national hero in Brazil, and considered the father of modern aviation – not the Wright Brothers. While the Wrights flew earlier, Santos-Dumont’s fixed-wing aircraft was the first able to take off …
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Before we get into the cuisine of Brazil , here’s a little background on this South American country. Brazil is the largest nation in all of Latin America, and the fifth largest in the world in terms of both area and population. It has a 4, 655-mile coastline, and borders every South America country except Ecuador and Chile. The …
The figure of the total population of each country is drawn from the global estimates listed in the CIA World Factbook , unless otherwise stated. Statistics describing the country’s linguistic, religious and ethnic demographics are based on its most recent national census. However, if these statistics are out-dated, unavailable …
Photo The Trump Hotel Rio de Janeiro. A spokeswoman for Trump Hotels said that the decision to pull out of the project was made because of problems in completing the luxury property. Credit Lianne Milton for The New York Times RIO DE JANEIRO — The Trump Organization says it is pulling out of a troubled hotel project in Rio de Janeiro …
A relative of the rhinoceros, the Brazilian tapir, or lowland tapir, is one of four species of tapir. Inhabiting the rain forests of South America, Brazilian tapirs live near water and are capable swimmers and divers. In fact, they sometimes run to the water to escape predators. Splayed toes, four on each front foot and three on …
In this week’s travel vlog we’re beaching bumming it up in Santos, located in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. Whether you’re looking for chilled Brazilian beach vibes or a place to party, Santos is the perfect weekend travel destination for all ages! Not only is Santos a popular beach destination, the Port of Santos (Porto de Santos) …
Spend Valentine’s Day grooving and feasting at this Brazilian blowout It’s time once again to gear up for the pre-Lenten excess of eating, drinking, dancing, and loving that is Brazilian Carnival, which takes place from Friday, February 13, to Ash Wednesday, February 16. In Brazil, the spectacular parades of over-the-top floats …
Christ the Redeemer is the largest art deco statue in the world. It is 98 feet tall (not including the 26 foot pedestal), and the arms stretch to 92 feet wide. The statue weighs approximately 635 tonnes. Christ the Redeemer is located in the Tijuca Forest National Forest, at the top of the Corcovado Mountain. The statue is considered …
There are numerous types of visas and permits available allowing foreigners to work in Brazil. Any foreigner wishing to work in Brazil must have either Brazilian residency or a work visa. All foreigners wishing to visit Brazil must have a passport (valid for at least six months after the date of arrival) and, depending on their nationality …
Today’s blog comes from Digital Marketing Exec, and South American food obsessive, Steph Mitchell One of the most exciting bits about traveling is trying out your favorite foods at the source. We all know there’s nothing like eating Pad Thai in Thailand, curry in India, and tagine in Morocco… So what about South America? What foods …
Like most countries, Brazil allows visa-free transit if you do not need to leave the international transit area of the airport. This visa can be issued to individuals whose final destination is another country bearing an air ticket with a stop or connecting flight in a Brazilian airport that demands a new check-in while in Brazil …
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Football is the most popular sport in the country, and is well respected and loved by the locals. In fact, some employees are even given time off to watch important World Cup™ matches when Brazil is playing. Estádio Jornalista Mário Filho or Estádio do Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. The national team has been nicknamed Canarinho …
Rio de Janeiro is known for its breathtaking and stunning landscapes as well as its excellent and popular beaches. It is Brazil’s second largest city, the inhabitants of which are known as Cariocas. It has a laid back beach culture which can be found at Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon and Sao Conrado, all well known beaches. But beaches …
Those who prefer to eat alone have the option of eating at cheap buffet-style restaurants where you put food on your dish and are charged by the kilo. These places will probably have a variety of salads, pastas and meats to select. The national dish of Brazil is called Feijoada, which has rice, pork and spicy black beans. The national …
(CNN) — Brazil is South America s largest country, and it s full of natural and manmade wonders. Porto de Galinhas is often nominated as one of the most scenic beaches in Brazil, while the island of Fernando de Noronha is a sea turtle and spinner dolphin sanctuary with some of the best diving and surfing in Brazil. With a little …
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Today’s blog comes from Digital Marketing Exec, and South American food obsessive, Steph Mitchell One of the most exciting bits about traveling is trying out your favorite foods at the source. We all know there’s nothing like...
By September 7th is Brazilian Independence Day , and we’re in the mood to celebrate. This country is famous for its carnival, caipirinhas and sunshine, but we bet you didn’t know… A Brazilian invented flight Wht? Yeah, it’s...
One of Brazil’s booming beach destinations, Porto de Galinhas attracts hordes of tourists during holiday times. So what makes Porto de Galinhas so special? For starters, it boasts pretty white sand beaches, beautiful weather...
Check the vaccines and medicines list and visit your doctor (ideally, 4-6 weeks) before your trip to get vaccines or medicines you may need. All travelers You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to...
Brazil is a beautiful country, full of natural wonders and also a great variety of scenery. From its wetlands to the rainforests, and mountains to waterfalls, Brazil makes a great vacation destination for families who enjoy...