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Burning passion and heart-pounding adrenaline course through the veins of those fortunate enough to visit this exciting, Portuguese-speaking country. A quickening pulse can be triggered in many ways here: the roar of the crowd over heart-stopping soccer; one of the world's largest and most famous Carnivals; glamorous nightlife and sultry samba; dizzying views from the iconic Christ the Redeemer on the Corcovado Mountain in Tijuca Forest National Park; and amazing cuisine that has no limit with por quilo—pay by weight—options. Energy is found in every city here. The capital of São Paulo, the third largest city on earth, sizzles with things to do, from shopping in the shadow of skyscrapers on Avenida Paulista to discovering cuisine from every imaginable culture. Rio de Janeiro's untamed zest for life is infectious, earning it the nickname of "The Marvelous City" and immortalization in "The Girl from Ipanema" and countless movies. In the country's old capital of Salvador del Bahía, just south of coastal Recife and Fortaleza, 30 miles of beach provide thrills for water lovers, while its heavily Yoruba- and African-influenced Carnival and its historical status pull in revelers and scholars. Brazil's geography is as intoxicating as its culture; the Amazon Rainforest sprawls over almost 40% of the country, creating one of the most important and mysterious ecosystems the world has ever known. The UK-sized SouthWild Pantanal and Iguaçu (Iguassu) Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, simply wows, while the country's legendary golden shores provide the chance to relax and let the amazement soak in. 28 Brazil bRAzIL COLOMBIA URUGUAY BOLIVIA ARGENTINA PERU B R A Z I L VENEZUEL A PARAGUAY GUYANA SURINAM FRE NCH GU IANA A T L A N T I C O C E A N Brasilia Rio de Janeiro Sao Paulo Belem Recife Salvador Manaus Serra dos Paracis Serra do Mar PANTANAL A M A Z O N B A S I N IGUAZU Buzios Angra Fortaleza Florianopolis pesTAnA AnGrA o o o o h The Pestana Angra is an exclusive boutique hotel located two hours from Rio de Janeiro. This is a great place to rest and enjoy the beach, nautical sports, boat trips through the area's exotic islands, or simply relax in the Pestana Spa. The 27 bungalows distributed between the forest and the sea in a charming and romantic scenario include balconies with hammocks and sofas to betterappreciate moments of peace. Come enjoy life with style. melIÁ AnGrA resorT & ConVenTIon CenTer o o o o This resort offers a great range of leisure activities for those who enjoy water sports and sailing, as well as for those who prefer to just relax. In addition to the 200 well-appointed guestrooms, it offers a pool, tennis, fitness center, kids club, and a restaurant serving Brazilian and international cuisine. AnGrA VIlA GAlÉ eCo resorT De AnGrA o o o h Located in Angra dos Reis, 93 miles from Rio de Janeiro, this resort was built in the old Brazilian hacienda Fazenda Tanguá, while still preserving some of the original buildings and royal palm trees. Surrounded by a unique natural landscape, the resort has swimming pools, a spa, several restaurants with diverse culinary offerings, and leisure activities for all ages.

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