RIO DE JANEIRO

45 miles of white sand and the sinuous landscape are Rio’s ultimate appeals. They make the big, busy city unique. Brazilians call it “Cidade Maravilhosa” or Marvelous City. Rio was the country’s capital for almost 200 years, and in 1960 it was transferred to Brasília. However, Rio is still a major cultural capital. It gathers seven million Cariocas - as the locals are called. The spectacular beauty of Rio is compelling. Built-up areas are nestled between a magnificent bay, 23 gorgeous beaches, and a dazzling mountain range covered with the world’s largest urban tropical forest.

By mistake, Portuguese colonizers named the land of natural treasures as River of January (Rio de Janeiro), because when the ships entered Guanabara Bay on January 1st, 1502, they thought they were sailing up a river. The explorers would never have guessed that this swamp region they neglected at first would become the trendiest city in South America. It’s festive reputation is not only proven during Carnaval, but all year around. Although it is the second industrial and financial center in the country, it is in the pursuit of leisure that Rio is outstanding. That’s why RIO THIS WEEK is here, to give you (on a 4 week basis) infos on a great selection of programmes. We’re insiders showing you the best Rio can provide. Enjoy!

  Interesting Links

Airport Hotels JFK - Airport Hotels JFK offers great rates on over 50 hotels near John F.Kennedy International Airport. www.airporthotelsjfk.com

African Invitation - www.africaninvitation.com

Bela Terra Agência de Viagens e Turismo - www.belaterraturismo.com.br

Cheapoair is a leading global Airline Services company specializing in discounted airfares to all the countries. You can have a review of our services at www.cheapoair.com

Espaço Divas - www.espacodivas.com

Jericoacoara - Ceará / Brazil - www.jeri-brazil.org

Pousada Casas Brancas - Pousada Casas Brancas - Boutique - Hotel | SPA Búzios

Destination Russia - www.destinationrussia.com

Downtown Spokane Hotels - Downtown Spokane Hotels offers great rates on over 50 hotels near downtown Spokane.

Dublin Events - www.dublinevents.com

Dubrovnik - www.dubrovnik-apartments.com

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Ipanema House Hostel - www.ipanemahouse.com

Matriz Online - www.matrizonline.com.br
The party never stop

Música no Museu - www.musicanomuseu.com.br

Rental in Rome - www.rentalinrome.com

Rio Flat Rentals - Great Furnished Apartments in Rio de Janeiro
Rio Flat Rentals offers fully furnished apartments for temporary rentals on Copacabana, Ipanema & Leblon Beaches, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Rio Vacation Rentals - www.riovacationrentals.com

South America Travel Specialists | South America Vacation Packages - www.discoversouthamerica.travel/
South America Travel Services. Vacation Packages to South America Meticulously Prepared for You. We offer Vacations, Packages, Tours, Hotels and Flights to Brazil, Chile, Peru, Argentina, Bolivia, Ecuador and much more.

Spectralight Travel - www.spectralight.net

Stay in Sa - www.stayinsa.co.za/

surffoto.com.br - http://www.surffoto.com.br/

Travel Brazil - Online Guide to Brazil, Brazilian vacations, packages, hotels, tours, night life, Beach life, Carnivals

Travel Plan - www.travelplan.it

Trilha a pé - www.trilhaape.com.br

Trilhas do Rio - Operadora de Ecoturismo e Aventuras que tem como objetivos principais a melhoria da qualidade de vida e da auto-estima, a eliminação do stress, o aprimoramento do trabalho em equipe e desenvolvimento do espírito de liderança daqueles que participam de suas atividades.

Tropical Cruises Rio de Janeiro Brasil - Boat Charters and Services for Special Boat Tours and Fishing Trips in Rio de Janeiro and Green Coast Brazil

Tupiniquim Hostel Rio de Janeiro - www.tupiniquimhostel.com.br

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