A gay vacation in Europe is probably one of the first things that most international gay and lesbian travelers consider. Canada might well be a close second. Latin America would typically find itself well down the list of possibilities. Yet, even in Latin America, there are welcoming destinations for the gay tourist.
Brazil is a country of much contrast; it is the largest country in South America, and shares borders with every other country on this continent except Ecuador and Chile. A gay holiday in Brazil is as popular as straight travel to Brazil and many travel partners are available online to assist you with travel arrangements or tours.
Just the name “Brazil” conjures up images of Carnival, the Amazon, Rio, Sugar Loaf Mountain, beaches, the planned city of Brasilia, Corcovado (the Statue of Christ), and a visit to Brazil is not complete without seeing the natural beauty of Iguazu Falls.
A visit to Faz da Iguazu, is vital for the nature lover, and Carnival time in Rio as well as the rest of the country is imperative. But bear in mind, during Carnival it is much more expensive as well as one of the hottest times of the year. They have a fantastic tourism infrastructure but because of the contrast of wealth to poverty, crime is rife in big cities, this is why a tour is an ideal option.
The country is a rainbow nation of culture and race, so the food and drink is different wherever you go. It is a must to drink a caipirinha from the deck of a schooner while visiting the islands around the coastline of Rio.
Wherever you decide to vacation in Brazil will be brilliant, Recife, Natal, Bahia, the Amazon, Parana, Santa Catarina. Every state in this great county has something special to offer. I personally don’t like San Paulo, and to my mind Brasilia is only for visitors who are avidly interested in architecture. Towns such as Parati are fantastic, and if you book at the Pousada de Ouro, you will find that a great many celebrities have spent vacation time there.
A bus trip to the famous town of Parati, is a real adventure, getting there is part of the fun, and this is the case with many of the best spots in Brazil. And if you are visiting the south, head for Santa Caterina and Praia do Pinho, this beach is the first official nudist beach.
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- Gay Vacation Tips For Brazil With its exhilarating nightlife, pristine beaches, multicultural atmosphere, beautiful people and extravagant annual events, such as Carnival, Brazil is a popular vacation destination for both gay and straight travelers. As one of South Americas most accepting and welcoming gay travel destinations, Brazil has quickly become a hotspot for gay vacations...