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Trekking, Abseiling, Canyoning in Santa Catarina

These activities can be practiced in all regions of Santa Catarina, in places always surrounded by beautiful scenery. The best known: Caminho dos Príncipes: Rota das Cachoeiras, in Corupá; Vale Perdido, in São Bento do Sul; Caminho do Peabiru, from Garuva or Campo Alegre. Rota do Sol: Eco-paths in Porto Belo and Bombinhas. Vale Europeu: [...]

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Know the thirteen touristic areas of Bahia – part 3

Costa do descobrimento Surrounded by many natural attractions such as beaches, bays, coral reefs, mangroves and navigable rivers, the region has for the practice of adventure tourism and ecotourism.Considered the cradle of history and culture of Brazil, the Discovery Coast was declared a World Natural Heritage by UNESCO in 1999. Surrounded by many natural attractions [...]

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Know the thirteen touristic areas of Bahia – part 2

Chapada Diamantina The Chapada Diamantina brings together diverse natural and cultural attractions in the heart of Bahia. Right script for those seeking peace and quiet or who is behind thestory and adventure. The vast Atlantic, the flower fields and green plains of endless share the landscapewith touches of caatinga and cerrado. Huge cliffs, gorges, canyons, caves, caves, rivers and waterfalls complete the picture of rare beauty of Chapada Diamantina.Initially inhabited by Native Maracas, the fact of occupation of the region dates back to the heydays of the exploitation of mines and minerals, from 1710, when gold was found near Rio de Small Accounts, marking the [...]

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Brazil – Vaccination requirements for travel and the yellow fever

Traveling to Brazil – Vaccination in 2012 Vaccination for Brazil – Immunization against Yellow Fever and health advice The vaccination against Yellow Fever is recommended to all national and foreign tourists travelling to the following Brazilian areas: all states and municipalities in the Northern region (Amazon rain forest,Acre, Amazonas, Rondônia, Roraima, Amapá, Pará, Tocantins) and [...]

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Brazil visa requirements for tourists and business travelers 2012

Brazil – Entry visa for foreigners The visa is federal permission for a foreigner to enter Brazil. For most countries, it is only issued overseas; but for some, a visitor’s entry and permanence in Brazilian territory is authorized for a determined amount of time, defined according to the purpose of the trip. However, all foreigners [...]

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Rio de Janeiro’s restaurants and bars guide

If every city has a soul, Rio’s is in its bars. From the finest ones to the most simple, it’s all the same. From the most famous in the seaside of the Southern area to the “greasy spoon” with only one door in the farthest suburban area. It doesn’t matter. All of them are souls [...]

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Rio Bike – Bicycles and Surfboards Transportation in Metro

Rio Bike and Surfboards You can ride your bike to the subway and park it inside the station. The service is available from Monday to Saturday, from 5 am to midnight, and on Sundays and holidays, from 7 am to 11 am. Where to find the bicycle racks: Pavuna Station (100 spots) Colégio Station (20 [...]

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10 ten things to do in Rio de Janeiro in a sunny morning

The Rio de Janeiro is famous for having an exuberant nature that gives beauty and life ofthe city. From Copacabana and Ipanema, through Leblon, Flamengo, Botafogo, Lapa, Leme and Downtown, the city offers a variety of entertainment and tourism, especially if it’s a sunny day. 1. Ipanema Beach It’s one of the best places in Brazil, and it’s free! 2. Christ Statue There’s a wonderful view from the city, and it’s no [...]

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Brazilian Money – Is it Real?

The newest Brazilian Money. The Brazil Central Bank launched recently (201o Feb.) the second family of the Real* bills. The new ballots have kept the same colors of the old and the same animals. The sizes are different, the R$ 2.00 is the smallest, the R$ 5.00 a bit bigger, and so on, like the euro. [...]

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