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Rio de Janeiro
Few, if any, cities are as stunning as Rio de Janeiro. With its backdrop of tropical...
Iguazu Falls
275 waterfalls, over 3 kilometres wide, over 80 metres high, wider than Victoria...
Ilha Grande
If you’ve ever fancied yourself as a pirate, sailing to tropical islands and...
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featured from Destinations Morro de Sao Paulo
If you’re looking for the ultimate escape from reality, look no further: Morro de São Paulo is it! Located at the northern tip of Ilha de Tinharé, and set at the convergence of three hills covered in lush tropical forest, perched over bays of brilliantly white sand beaches and turquoise waters, Morro de...
featured from Pictures Jericoacoara Pictures
Jericoacoara undoubtedly has one of the most beautiful locations in Brazil. White beaches, blue waters, and a great village, there is lots to do and lots to photograph. There is lots of beach to go round so it can be as crowded as you want, and there are some stunning sunsets for patient. From picturesque...
featured from Hostels Salvador Hostels
Salvador has a wide range of hostels, from colonial buildings in the bustling heart of the Pelourinho to beach side guest houses, there is something for every traveler. Alpha Hostel Located in the safer suburb of Barra, and only two blocks from the beach, Alpha Hostel is a great option for those looking to...
featured from Maps Jericoacoara Map
Jericoacoara is located approximate 300km West of Fortaleza, in the state of Ceará. Arriving from the East, the bus company Redenção provides at least two daily services to Jijoca, connecting to an overland truck for the last hour and a half of the 8 hour trip (both legs of the trip are included in the...

Iguazu Falls

275 waterfalls, over 3 kilometres wide, over 80 metres high, wider than Victoria Falls, and higher than Niagara Falls, all set among dense tropical jungle: Iguaçu will inspire awe and amazement in even the most experienced traveler! Declared a UNESCO World Heritage site, the falls straddle the Argentine-Brazilian border, with Argentina laying claim to the majority. The falls...

Canoa Quebrada

Canoa Quebrada is one of the Northeast’s most popular beach destinations and justifiably so. With huge pink sand dunes and craggy cliffs tapering off onto a white sand beach, all fronting azul waters, tons of good quality pousadas and hostels, loads of good restaurants and the best nightlife in Ceará outside of Fortaleza, this place has much to draw travelers here and keep...

Morro de Sao Paulo Nightlife

Morro de Sao Paulo is known for its nightlife, so you can expect to find at least one good party every night of the year!  That said, high season is definitely when Morro’s nightlife really gets pumping and the beach parties go all night long, with capirinhas flowing freely and music pounding into the early hours of the morning.  Indeed, the beach parties are famous,...

Salvador Map

Salvador is easy to get to and easy to leave making it a great hub for Brazilian travel and stop for moving farther up the coast to beach towns like Jericoacoara, Canoa Quebrada, and Praia da Pipa. Getting to Salvador There are loads of bus connections to Salvador from just about wherever you might be arriving in Brazil, including daily buses from Aracaju, Belo...

Rio de Janeiro Nightlife

Rio de Janeiro nightlife is some of the best you’ll find in South America, if not the world!  From funky lounges to pumping samba clubs to historic samba schools, this city has something for everyone. Rio Scenarium Lapa is THE place to go for nightlife and this club is one of the best kept secrets in Rio! This unique and beautiful place is decorated entirely with...

Ilha Grande Nightlife

This is not the place to look for pumping electronic beats and massive clubs. Ilhe Grande is a relaxation and activities paradise with lots of places to get a cold chopp (light beer) after a long day at beach, but not so much in the way of dance clubs. Street Barracas The cheapest nightlife in town are the classic Brazilian barracas serving every kind of caipirinha and...

Morro de Sao Paulo Restaurants

There are some great deals to be had for backpackers looking for a hearty meal in Morro de Sao Paulo.  There is quite a range of restaurants and eateries, from traditional Bahian food to more international fare, that are quite handy to both hostels and nightlife.  The pizza rodízios are a sure bet if you’re looking for both a filling and satisfying meal that...