Top 5 Must Visit Places in Brazil

Brazil, it is said to be one of the most exotic of the places for vacation, and here is a list of some of the most popular destinations within Brazil that one must not miss out.

1.   Rio de Janerio: It is considered to be a jewel on the crown of Brazil with its largest Art deco statue called the Christ the Redeemer and the Carnival parties and of course the famous Rio Carnival which is world’s biggest carnival and attracts over two million people every year. Rio de Janerio has been the most awarded destination in the category of best destination by the World Travel Awards in South American category.

2. Salvador: It is renowned world over for its cuisine, architecture, music etc. The influence of Africa in the food, adds to the whole experience that Salvador offers to the world. It is also known as the Capital of Joy with its music and exquisite art and architecture.

3.  Florianopolis: Especially for those who love water and beaches, this is an excellent place. There is exotic sea food, surfing and perfect beaches that lay around the colonial fortresses and relaxed markets. It is known as the best place to live in Brazil.

4.     Foz do Iguacu: Visit this destination to experience Mother Nature’s blessings like never before. Here you might come across some giant anteaters, ocelots, howler monkeys along with the endangered jaguars. And while we are on the must see things at Foz do Iguacu, how can we miss out the stunning Iguazu waterfalls. The Devil’s throat that combines 14 falls together makes the whole experience one of its kind.

5.     Gramado: Its quite woodsy and is a small village which gives a respite from the noisy areas of Brazil. The visit here is relaxing and quite peaceful especially with its Buddhist center and temple, Miniature Park which features replicas of the world famous landmarks and the beautiful Black Forest pines of Lago Negro where one can enjoy a peaceful paddle boat ride.

The visit to Brazil is of course not limited to these areas but these are all a must visit. You can visit these places by various cheap airlines and these destinations would also offers you an experience that happens once in a lifetime.

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List of Dos and Don’ts During Your Visit to Colombia

Lying on the northwestern coast of South America, the Republic of Colombia is one very popular place for a vacation with its Amazon rainforests and lush tropical grassland along with the Caribbean and Pacific coastlines. It is a popular market for agriculture, textile and fabrics, automotive industry as well as for forest products and other things like construction equipment, military products etc. Blessed by Mother Nature, Colombia is also rich in terms of architecture, music, dance as well as culture and traditions.

Quite a popular place for vacation, Colombia has its own list of dos and don’ts. If you are visiting for the first time, here is a list that would help you:

Dos:

1.      Be polite as the people from Colombia are very gentle, well-mannered and welcoming.

2.   Be alert: After what is written above, don’t put down your guards because it’s not that everybody can be trusted equally. Be careful about your valuables because mugging is quite common at certain places.

3.    Shop! There’s a lot of shopping that you can do around Colombia and while doing so, remember to negotiate before settling for the price.

4.   Do find an authorized money exchange store and be alert while getting the money exchanged.

5.    Do enjoy the famous black Colombian black coffee called tinto, and don’t be surprised because it will be well sugared. Accept this drink politely because it is customary there to offer this to the guests.

Don’ts

1.   Don’t trust anyone and everyone. Be watchful of thieves and thugs. In fact, women should be extra careful while walking down the streets alone in the dark.

2.    Don’t talk about homosexuality, especially around the older generations because it is not acceptable in that area.

3.    Don’t use drugs because it is a taboo to even talk about this issue, even if you’re simply joking about it.

4.   Don’t criticize people and the culture of Colombia because people are very close to  their roots.

5.  Don’t wear shorts, especially if you want to be more comfortable around a crowd. Remember, many pubs and restaurants won’t allow you if you walk-in in shorts.

The list might sound a little tiresome but nonetheless, the place is a lot of fun and quite exotic. Therefore don’t miss out and do have a lot of fun!

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Mesmerizing Colombia, Welcoming Tourists Once Again!

Gorgeous Caribbean beaches, beautiful city with modern sky scrapers and thrilling Amazon Safaris and Jungle Walks, followed by an insightful architecture and adventure activities like Scuba diving, trekking on high mountains etc; the list of why one should visit Columbia is never ending! There were some troublesome time that Colombia had to face but now all is good and once again it is safe for visit and travel. In fact there are airline deals and hotel packages that one can find for Colombia, which will make the trip even more fun because one can enjoy without worrying about travelling, staying or planning activities.

If you’re planning on visiting in March, you must attend the following festivals:

Barranquilla Carnival: UNESCO declared this carnival as a Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Processions, cultural activities, music and a reputation for being the world’s biggest party, this carnival is a must attend. The 2014 festival is scheduled from 1st March to 4th March.

Festival Ibernoamericano de Teatro en Bogota: This is the drama festival, the biggest one in the world. It takes place every two years and draws millions of people from across. The highlights are the theatrical performances, street performances and the enthusiasm of people all around. The dates for the festival in 2014 are 22nd March to 6th April.

Geographically, Colombia has about six regions from the Andes Mountains to the Pacific coastal region along with the Caribbean coastal region, plains and the Amazon rainforest. The temperature here varies with altitude where on one hand there is a zone of snow and ice and on the other there is the hot land where temperature goes above 24 degrees Celsius.

Indulge into some ‘Café Tinto’, the morning beverage and groove on Salsa; enjoy Colombia at all times of the year but remember to make prior arrangements in terms of flight reservations and hotel bookings etc. which can make your trip even more unperturbed and enjoyable.

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Facilities to be provided for travelers with disability

People with disabilities or with restricted mobility have legal rights to assistance when travelling, especially at the airports and flights. However, it is the responsibility of the traveler to inform the airlines well in advance (minimum 48 hours) prior to their travel, stating their requirements while they plan to fly.

Learn more about services rendered by the airlines for passengers with disabilities:

 

• Facility to summon assistance at designated arrival points like the entrance of the airport, aircraft and even at the car parks etc.
• Assistance during luggage check-in.
• Assistance while moving around at the airport.
• Free carriage that is provided for the necessary medical equipment.
• Assistance while getting on and off the aircraft.
• Special assistance for deaf, dumb and blind.
• Special assistance through the security checks. Though everybody has to go through the security but in special circumstances, airlines will make necessary provisions to make these as swift and comfortable as possible.

Apart from these there are many other services provided by the airlines. You can know about these while you make your airline reservations while planning your air travel.

Though most of the airlines offer special services, there are some duties that the traveler has to perform as well, to help the airlines render these services. Here are certain tips for the travelers which will help the airlines, whether premium or cheap flights, serve them better:

• Inform the airlines during flight reservations itself about all the requirements and needs. This will help them prepare well and make all arrangements in advance so that there are no issues that arise at the point right before the air travel.
• In case a person has restricted mobility, it is important that the airlines know whether a wheelchair would be required or whether the traveler will be using their own wheelchairs at the airport as well. Here, it is also important that the airlines are informed about whether the wheelchair is battery operated or would require assistance.
• The traveler also must inform,if they have personal assistance so that the airlines can arrange for all necessary gates passes well in time. 
• Airlines these days offer personal assistance to those who require it but again, the traveler would have to inform them beforehand. This will help the airlines make necessary arrangements that will make the traveler feel comfortable.

Since airlines, whether cheap airlines or the premium ones, all belong to a service industry, therefore they go that extra mile to serve the customers well. Hence, it is also the responsibility of the travelers to inform their airlines about any necessity or arrangement that they would require at the airport or during the flight. This will help the airlines serve better and also result to a comfortable travel for the person travelling.

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