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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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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...
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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...
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Iguazu Hostels
When visiting Iguazu we definitely recommend staying on the Argentinean side. It has a much nicer atmosphere and some great hostels to compliment one of the highlights of your Brazilian vacation.
Puerto Canoas (Puerto Iguazu, Argentina)
This lovely little hostel is a great deal for travelers on a budget!...
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Canoa Quebrada Map
Canoa Quebrada is just a quick jaunt from Fortaleza and as a result it is frequented by many local Brazilians. Compared to Jericoacoara, it’s a beautiful beach, but a lot less hassle to get to making it a popular spot for those with less time to travel Brazil!
You can see some of Canoa Quebrada’s...
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Salvador |
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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 stay outside the Pelourinho. The hostel offers very attractive, clean...
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Salvador |
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Wandering the streets of the Pelourinho, admiring the decaying colonial architecture, you’ll feel as though you’ve stepped back in time to the 16th and 17th Century! Wander some more, passing rodas de capoeira, listening to thumping African drums, and smelling the wafting odors of aracajé (bean and shrimp fritters), and you’ll feel as though you’ve stepped into a...
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Salvador has it all from a Brazilian beach to the colonial pelourinho and has a huge variety of visual wonders and you will not run out of amazing things to see! From Salvador’s renown carnival to the Pelourinho these sights make Salvador a great addition to any Brazilian vacation. You will see dancing and music in streets, traditional goods and shops, and meet great...
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Activities,
Rio de Janeiro |
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There are a ton of activities available in Rio de Janeiro, both physical and relaxing, so here are a few leads to get you started!
Spend an afternoon at Ipanema beach.
Head to the famous Ipanema beach for an afternoon of sun, swimming, and some of the best people watching in the world! Add to that some of the best snacks you’ll have in Brazil, all brought directly to your...
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Maps,
Salvador |
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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...
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Salvador has great food, from the Pelourinho to the beach front, and it’s one of the best places in Brazil to eat traditional food. Feijoada is a staple here, as well a many Brazilian seafood dishes. Coming along with that, food in Salvador is often served to be shared, so if you find the portions particularly large or particularly expensive, they may very well have...
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Ilha Grande |
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There are a ton of activities available in Ilha Grande, both physical and relaxing, so here are a few leads to get you started!
Snorkel in the clear blue waters of Ilha Grande.
Gaze through crystal clear waters at tropical fish and marine life in one of the best places for snorkeling in Brazil! The best time of year for this is November to May when visibility can reach up to...
