A combination of mangroves, sand dunes, salt flats and oil fields enchants the tourists who find this fishing village where the only taxis are horse and trap and the only cars are the visiting 4×4. It is a day of pure relaxation, where everything happens in slow motion in this isolated and deserted corner of [...]
The beaches are pristine and the water is warm and clear and the presence of underwater reefs just offshore makes snorkeling and diving two of the most popular activities among tourists. Others include kicking back in the sun, drinking cold beverages, and eating the local fish and shrimp. Although not one of the most elegant [...]
The beaches are pristine and the water is warm and clear and the presence of underwater reefs just offshore makes snorkeling and diving two of the most popular activities among tourists. Others include kicking back in the sun, drinking cold beverages, and eating the local fish and shrimp. There’s more fine beaches further south [...]
Sixty kilometers south of Sao Paulo, Santos is one of the oldest cities in South America (1534) and the busiest port in Brazil. Half of the country’s exports, including much of the world’s coffee, pass through this town, which occupies the eastern half of Sao Vicente Island, in a marshy area between the mountains and [...]
Continue reading about Praia de Santos Beach Sao Paulo Brazil
A relative newcomer to the tourism industry, this pristine island was once a penal colony - until recently in 2004. Now, travellers can enjoy the pristine waters, blue lagoons, 106 squeaky clean beaches and jungle-covered hills. Given its size (hence the name Big Island) you should stay at a strategic place like Vila do Abraao, [...]
Continue reading about Ilha Grande Angra dos Reis Rio de Janeiro Brazil
Sunbathers, joggers, those playing futevolei (volleyball sans hands) and futebol (soccer) and hawkers steadily filled the beaches and sidewalks along the promenade. Even though there’s a steady stream of locals selling wares, they’re polite in their approach and do take no for an answer. I decided long ago that since I won’t be playing volleyball [...]
Copacabana Beach is probably the most famous beach in Brazil, and maybe second only to Buzios, in our opinion. But what does this beach have that makes it so famous? It’s the majestic mix of mountains and sea. You have the mountains of southern Brazil cascading right down into the Atlantic Ocean. [...]
This exotic coast line offers honeymooners quite waters and boating activities second to none. Your bungalow at the Pestana Angra will have an ocean view and a private Jacuzzi on the balcony. With tropical weather and more than 5,000 miles of gorgeous coastline, Brazilian life and culture revolves around the beach. It is little wonder [...]