Brazil Travel

Whether visiting for the Rio Carnival or for the 2016 Olympic Games, here are five local treats you simply must try including the wildly popular acai berry drink.

Mar 16, 2010 - Laurel Harry

Around every turn in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, visitors will be surprised and captivated by the city's most vibrant and visible form of expression: graffiti art.

Mar 14, 2010 - Laurel Harry

A look at what Rio de Janeiro has to offer those who want to travel there, and look beyond the run of the mill tourist attractions. Get into the heart of the city!

Jan 12, 2010 - Robbie Blakeley

Learn how to to say useful sentences in Portuguese to communicate at the hotel, restaurant and markets.

Dec 13, 2009 - Thais Campos

Many travellers make a mistake by only spending one night at Iguazu/Iguacu Falls. More time is needed to get the most out of a trip to this amazing World Heritage Site.

Nov 29, 2009 - Chiz Dakin

Iguazu Falls may be one of the natural wonders of the world, but the Bird Park, next to the park entrance, is also well worth an afternoon detour when visiting the area.

Nov 28, 2009 - Chiz Dakin

While some claim Rio's celebration is the world's largest, it's Salvador that actually throws the biggest and best street party in the world every February.

Aug 5, 2009 - Michelle Schusterman

Ride the waves at an idyllic surfing beach, kayak in mangrove forests and look for seahorses in sandy tidal pools near the resorts of Brazil's Atlantic coast.

May 18, 2009 - Stillman Rogers

Forget the Caribbean, the golden sands of Brazil's east coast face the south Atlantic with long palm fringed beaches, good food and an exotic Portuguese Latin setting.

May 17, 2009 - Stillman Rogers

The Center of Recife's old town is an architectural textbook, with outstanding examples of colonial, baroque, neo-classical, Art Nouveau, Beaux Artes and Art Deco.

Apr 30, 2009 - Stillman Rogers

Sunny white sand beaches, sports-filled waters, colonial and contemporary culture and architecture, and an enticing cuisine make Recife appealing, summer or winter.

Apr 28, 2009 - Stillman Rogers

Once the flourishing capital of Brazil's Minas Gerais state, whose gold built its treasury of baroque architecture, Ouro Preto is a hilltop city of grace and elegance.

Feb 2, 2009 - Stillman Rogers

For a mid-winter getaway, be in the first wave to travel to this beautiful South American city with exciting architecture, fine museums and good food at bargain prices.

Jan 28, 2009 - Stillman Rogers

On the border of Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro state, deep in the mountains, Mauá, is a peaceful hideaway with clean air and abundant waterfalls.

Jan 27, 2009 - Katie O'Hara

Located in Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul in southern Brazil, the Pantanal-the world's largest wetlands-offers a smorgasbord of wildlife to feast eyes on.

Jan 22, 2009 - Katie O'Hara

In Brazil, a country that hosts the Amazon and some of the world's best beaches, Bonito an ecotourism delight in Mato Grosso do Sul, is the town they call Pretty.

Jan 18, 2009 - Katie O'Hara

Chico Rei was the chief of his tribe when he was forced into slavery in Ouro Preto, a gold boomtown in Minas Gerais, Brazil, six hours northwest of Rio de Janeiro.

Jan 18, 2009 - Katie O'Hara

Not for the meek, Brazil's carnival is one of the world's greatest parties. Here's a list of the top spots to party, according to Brazilians.

Jan 15, 2009 - Katie O'Hara

In Brazil, Açaí (ah-sai-ee) is more than a fruit, it's a lifestyle. Ever since Oprah declared açaí one of the top ten healthiest foods, we have boxed it and shipped it.

Dec 22, 2008 - Katie O'Hara

Brazilian beauties are all the buzz. The body to fit the Brazilian bikini is now on the market. Women are flocking to Brazil, to come back looking like Gisele Bunchen.

Nov 23, 2008 - Katie O'Hara

From Sugarloaf to the beaches, Rio provides action, entertainment and love. Ascend to Christ the Redeemer and roast on Copacabana, but save time for lesser-known Central.

Nov 3, 2008 - Katie O'Hara

The Batel area in Curitiba is full of restaurants with inviting atmospheres and unique Brazilian and international cuisines.

Aug 10, 2008 - Lori Rice

This town provides a great stopping point when touring popular cities of Brazil. Maringá offers a beautiful cathedral, green space and a taste of true Brazilian culture.

Aug 3, 2008 - Lori Rice

Visiting Brazil requires a Tourist Visa. Plan ahead to ensure a smooth travel experience to South America's largest country.

Jul 9, 2008 - Lori Rice

Visit amazing waterfalls in the south of Brazil. Foz do Iguaçu is a top destination for travelers of South America.

May 24, 2008 - Lori Rice