WORLDWIDE TRAVEL Travel to your best destination
WHY GO? Now is a good time to plan a trip to Brazil – and not just because the World Cup was help there this year and the Olympic Games two years later. There is no doubt, though, that thanks to the growing strength of the economy, and the improved infrastructure required for the events, the country is safer and easier to travel around than ever before.
When to go There’s no “best season” in a country that stretches from the Guianas to Uruguay and from the Atlantic to the sub-Andean foothills of Peru. Broadly speaking, the north is always warm, and the weather is humid or rainy, especially inland. The Amazon basin dominates Brazil and the heaviest rains fall between December and May. If you go when the forests are flooded, you will see primates, plenty of bird life, caymans and river dolphins. If you go when the water level is lower you will see the same creatures adapting to less water and more competition. The coast from Belém to Rio is generally sunny. On the northernmost beaches, it can be hot: in Fortaleza the average is 79-82F (26-28C). Rainfall is greatest in December and lowest in July. South of Rio, in the subtropics,
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Living in Nature Brazil is not the place to go to save money. According to Lauren, “Brazil has gotten very expensive in the last few years. Since 2008 the prices have increased by about 140%. Now Brazil is at London prices, but the quality is not the same.�
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When to go
There’s no “best season” in a country that stretches from the Guianas to Uruguay and from the Atlantic to the sub-Andean foothills of Peru. Broadly speaking, the north is always warm, and the weather is humid or rainy, especially inland. The Amazon basin dominates Brazil and the heaviest rains fall between December and May.dolphins. If you go when the water level is lower you will see the same creatures adapting to less water and more competition.
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Amazing Places The number of brands currently expanding into the Brazilian beauty market is a great indicator of the vibrancy of the market and the flourishing consumer demand it is receiving. According to Mintel Market Sizes,
Cachoeira da Fumaça This towering 340m tall cascading waterfall is truly one of Brazil’s best natural wonders. The rainy season is the best time to see the water as it crashes over the ledge into the pool. The dry season can offer only a trickle of water at times but the view is still awe-inspiring.
Cachoeira da Fumaça One of the largest and most spectacular waterfalls borders the countries of Argentina and Brazil. Iguaçu Falls is comprised of 275 stunning individual drops with unique and endangered species of flora and fauna. This enormous waterfall spans an impressive 2,700m. The Brazil side offers the best panoramic views and access to devil’s throat; a long chasm towering 82-metres high with a distinguishing U-shape.
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Natural Beauty Natural beauty products are popular in Brazil, particularly in skincare, with eight in 10 Brazilian skincare product users preferring products that contain natural ingredients.
8 Natural Wonders of Brazil The extremely large country of Brazil offers visitors unique and exciting opportunities to explore natural beauty unlike anywhere else in the world. Brazil is full of towering waterfalls, the infamous Amazon River, the world’s largest and diverse wetland and other natural wonders. From the incredible white sand dunes connected by brilliant blue lagoons to the enchanted sunken pools that are full of startlingly clear waters; there is no shortage of breathtaking beautiful things to see. From giant anteaters to pumas and jaguars, to colorful birds and brilliant flora we encourage you to escape from the hustle and bustle of the busy cities of Brazil and discover the best eight natural wonders of this gorgeous country.
Cachoeira da Fumaça Iguaçu Falls Pantanal Wetlands Lençois Maranhenses Poco Encantado and Poco Azul Fernando de Noronha Encontro das Aguas
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How Living In Nature Proves “Scientists have discovered that living near trees is good for your health�
The preceding headline in quotes recently appeared in the mainstream media. The article went on to list the various health benefits from living in the midst of trees and other greenery.
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How Living In Nature Indeed, there are good reasons why spending time in nature settings is so rejuvenating
“This is that trees are known to improve urban air quality by pulling ozone, particulates,
and health-affirming. The results of one study concluded that air quality can be
and other pollutants into their leaves and out of the air, and thus, partly protecting
significantly improved, especially by trees.
people from them.�
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