Category: Tourism
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Tired of Jet Lag? This App Will Help Reset Your Clock
Timeshifter announced the launch of its Timeshifter app for iOS and Android, developed to help travelers eliminate jet lag. Timeshifter is based on the latest research in sleep and circadian neuroscience and was developed with a leading expert in the field of circadian rhythms, Harvard Medical School Associate Professor Steven Lockley, Ph.D. The algorithm behind…
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A Day Exploring the Ver-o-Peso Market
A day among fish, fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices, and the world of exotic flavors at the Ver-o-Peso Market in Belém.Located on the banks of the Guarajá River, Ver-o-Peso is the largest street market in Latin America. It supplies Belém and its surroundings with always fresh fish, fruits, and vegetables, as well as various other products.…
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Gramado All Lit Up for Christmas
As the end of the year approaches, the city of Gramado, in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, adorns itself with lights and colors to welcome one of the most anticipated celebrations of the year: Christmas. Children and adults are enchanted by more than 300 attractions during the season, including concerts, parades, musical performances,…
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Embratur Launches Promotional Contest for 30 Days with All Expenses Paid
The Brazilian Institute of Tourism (Embratur) launched this week “The King of the Roll”, its newest international promotional campaign. The contest will encourage international visitors to compete for an unforgettable trip to Brazil, for 30 days, with all expenses paid. “Rolê” is a Brazilian expression that loosely translates to “taking a fun trip”. To go…
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Visit the Main UNESCO World Heritage Sites in South America: Brazil, Peru, and Colombia
Interested in visiting the most cherished World Heritage Sites in South America by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)? No total, a UNESCO tem 59 Sítios do Patrimônio Mundial na América do Sul. De Ouro Preto colonial, no estado brasileiro de Minas Gerais, ao Parque Arqueológico de San Agustín, em ruínas, nas…
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New Year’s Eve in Rio
This world-renowned event brings together millions of people on Copacabana Beach every year. The New Year’s Eve in Rio, especially at Copacabana Beach, is the largest in Brazil. The party is free and is globally known for the large concentration of people on the sand, boardwalk, and streets, as well as for its famous and…
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The Power of Nature Captured at Iguazu Falls
Brazil is a land of endless surprises and discoveries. Undoubtedly, one of the many highlights of the country is Iguazu Falls, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.The impressive Iguazu Falls are located within the Iguazu National Park. They form a system of 275 waterfalls…
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Protecting World Heritage Sites
The Brazilian government has established a new policy called the National Policy for the Tourist Management of Cultural and Natural World Heritage Sites. The decree is part of a series of measures that the Ministry of Tourism is adopting with the aim of improving the business environment for the tourism sector and increasing investment opportunities…
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Puerto Rico: a natural and gastronomic paradise
From the impressive diversity of the El Yunque rainforest to one of the largest cave networks in the world, the Camuy Caves, Puerto Rico is filled with natural beauty to discover. Relax on one of the island’s many tropical beaches. Stroll through some of Puerto Rico’s 36 natural reserves, 19 state forests, and five wildlife…
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Appalachian Trail, a paradise for trekkers
Every year, from the state of Georgia in the South to Maine in the North, the Appalachian Trail attracts over 3 million trekkers to forested areas.Most trekkers spend one or two days hiking the trail. However, every year, a thousand intrepid trekkers complete the entire 3,500-kilometer route. During a typical journey lasting five to seven…