To Know Before You Go

These travel tips are intended to assist you in planning your trip to Brazil, make your journey more enjoyable and help you to make more informed decisions. We've attempted to provide only the tried, true and most useful tips, dos and don'ts and information, however, they are not all inclusive nor do they presuppose any specific travel itinerary. If you have any questions about these things, please contact us, your travel agent versed in travel to and within Brazil and/or the Brazilian Embassy or Consulate having jurisdiction for where you live. You may also want to check the U.S. Department of State information about traveling in Brazil. (http://www.state.gov)

Brazil is a vast country and there are many different Brazils within Brazil. Even the most basic understanding of the country's history, culture and people can go far in enriching your entire travel experience. A relatively painless way to gain valuable insights into Brazilian history is by reading the historical novel Brazil by Errol Lincoln Uys (Silver Springs Books, July 1, 2000, ISBN 0916562514).

Additionally, Brazil in Focus (in English and also available in Spanish and Portuguese) provides a wide range of information about Brazilian history, customs, art and culture, economy, environment and more.

Knowing as much as you can about the particular area you plan to visit in Brazil before you get there will make your entire trip more rewarding and enjoyable.

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