Beautiful Brazil – adventures not to miss!

Brazil is one of the most diverse and fascinating countries in the world offering everything from the world famous Carnival, to tropical beaches to Amazonian adventures.  There are too many things to mention in one post so we’ve highlighted a few favourites below which are not to be missed!

Buzios

Escape the hustle and bustle of Rio and head out to Buzios, Brazil’s answer to St.Tropez.  A former fishing village turned stylish weekend hotspot.  It is where the Cariocas (a native or resident of Rio de Janeiro) head for the weekend.  A three hour drive east of Rio lies this beautiful, fashionable seaside resort made famous by Brigitte Bardot and her Brazilian boyfriend in the 1960’s followed by a visit by Mick Jagger in the 1970’s.  Its more distant history is less glamorous; it was a hub for the slave trade and also home to pirates of various nationalities, however today you will find a vibrant mix of  tourists and Cariocas all looking…