Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Brazil, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.
Inside this Brazil travel book, you'll find:
- Regional deep dive – coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one
- Itinerary samples – designed for various durations and interests
- Practical information – tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more
- Expert recommendations – insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities
- Seasonal tips – when to go to Brazil, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip
- Must-See pick – a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - views from the Corcovado, Salvador, Brasília, Paraty, Carnaval, The Amazon, The Pantanal, Fernando de Noronha, São Paulo, churrascarias of Porto Alegre, Olinda, trekking in the Chapada Diamantina, Ilha Santa Catarina Beaches, Rio nightlife, Serra Verde Express, Iguaçu Falls
- Navigational maps – colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment
- Cultural insights – engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of Brazil
- Language essentials – a handy Brazilian Portuguese dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals
- Inspiring travel photography – full-colour pictures capture the essence of Brazil, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust
- Bonus eBook – Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide
- Coverage includes: Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo, Bahia, The Northeast, The Amazon, Brasília and the Planalto Central, Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul, São Paulo, The South
Rough Guides are written by expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel. They have detailed knowledge of the areas they write about--having either traveled extensively or lived there--and their expertise shines through on every page. It's priceless information, delivered with wit and insight, providing the down-to-earth, honest read that is the hallmark of Rough Guides.
Daniel Jacobs has worked on Rough Guides to Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, West Africa, Kenya, India, Bolivia and Brazil. He lives in London.
Stephen Keeling has worked on numerous titles for Rough Guides, including guidebooks to California, Puerto Rico, New England, Florida, Canada and the USA's national parks. He grew up in England and worked as a financial journalist before writing his first travel book twenty years ago. Stephen has lived in New York City since 2006.
Robert Savage is a Yorkshire-born travel writer who now resides in St Petersburg, Florida, via way of Durham University under the tutelage of Chancellor Bill Bryson and a ten-year stint in London. Robert authored guidebooks on Sheffield and Windsor, and contributed to The Guardian, Le Monde and Der Spiegel, before hopping the pond to embrace all things Floridian. You can find his works in the permanent collections of the British Library, and Oxford and Cambridge University libraries. When he’s not on the road chasing a commission with his beloved corgi Rufus, you’ll find Robert cocktailing in London with his lifelong friends from the British Guild of Travel Writers.
Madelaine Triebe developed her passion for South America in her early twenties while studying Spanish in Argentina. It later led her to numerous travel adventures in the southern hemisphere, one of the highlights being searching for jaguars in the Pantanal. She writes for various travel publications and about her whereabouts on www.mymaddytravel.com.
