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Brazilian Visa Requirements For Tourists
March 15th, 2010
The tourism industry in Brazil began growing in leaps and bounds after the year 2000, and today it is an important part of the Brazilian economy. According to Wikipedia, Brazil is now the fourth-largest tourist destination in the Americas. Although Brazil has a thriving domestic tourism industry, it is also a popular destination for international tourism. In fact, in 2008, 5.78 billion foreign tourists visited Brazil.
Brazil's most popular tourist destinations for international visitors are mainly natural attractions like the country's lush rainforests and sugar-sand beaches. (See our article on Brazil's beaches for a rundown on the most popular places to swim and sunbathe.)
Although Brazil welcomes tourists, American citizens still need visas to enter the country. Here are the d
Brazilian Tourist Visa Requirements for Carnaval
January 28th, 2010
It's almost that time of year again...in February, roughly 40 days before Easter, Brazil holds a massive party: Carnaval. In this mostly Catholic country, Carnaval is one last chance to let loose before the sacrifices of Lent.
Of course, you don't have to be Catholic to enjoy Carnaval. In Brazil's major cities, the event is celebrated by parades, costumes, samba dancing and partying in the streets. The types of music and parades differ from city to city, and the dates of the celebration may vary by a day or so as well. For example, Rio de Janeiro's Carnaval celebrations occur on a Monday, while Sao Paulo happen over a long weekend, from Friday to Sunday. So, make sure to do a little bit of research before you make your travel arrangements.
All US citizens traveling to Brazil must hav
Get a Brazilian Visa to Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Copacabana
December 20th, 2009
Everyone knows that Rio de Janeiro throws down for Carnival, but did you know that they also throw one of the top New Year's Eve parties in the world? The city welcomes the New Year on the beach at Copacabana, and the New Year's Eve celebrations there are truly a spectacle.
According to About.com, the party on the beach at Copacabana was originally started by devotees of Brazil's Candomble religion, who flocked to the beach to honor Iemanja, the goddess of the sea. What started as a small religious festival has grown into a full-fledged party, with bands, fireworks and approximately 2 million people attending.
If you go, you should definitely wear white to the party. According to Ipanema.com, white is traditional for luck. You can wear accessories in other colors, depending on what
To Enjoy Brazil’s Famous Beaches, You Will Need a Brazilian Visa
November 28th, 2009
When you think of Brazil, what comes to mind? For most people, the answer is exciting festivals like Carnivale, lush tropical rainforests, and of course, the world-famous beaches. Probably the most famous of these is Copacabana, immortalized in the Grammy-winning hit song by Barry Manilow. Despite the predictable crowds of locals and tourists, Copacabana's gorgeous white sands are still well worth a visit. Copacabana also has many activities available, day and night, including futevolei, also known as foot volleyball.
For a quieter experience and some spectacular swimming, check out Ipanema, another gorgeous white sand beach near Rio de Janeiro. Moving away from Rio de Janeiro and towards Sao Paulo, the sand is tinted a beautiful shade of gold on the beaches of Costa Verde. Even bet
Getting a Brazilian Travel Visa To See Iguazu Falls
October 1st, 2009
Do you think Niagara Falls is spectacular? Deep in the heart of South America, there is a waterfall that makes the mighty Niagara look like a mere trickle of water in comparison.
Iguazu Fals is located on the border between Brazil and Argentina. According to Wikipedia, an ancient native legend says that the falls were formed by a jealous god who wanted to marry a human woman. The problem? She was already in love, so she and her lover fled down the river in a canoe. To cut off the pair's escape, the god sliced the river into pieces, creating the waterfalls.
How much bigger is Iguazu Falls than Niagara Falls? Here are some statistics:
The peak surface area of the water flowing over Iguazu Falls is 1.3 million square feet. The peak surface area of the water flowing over Niagara i
