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Travel Group to Brazil May 2010
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There is a very special attraction that you only discover when you come to Brazil: the Brazilian people. “Much beyond the breathtaking scenery, the way these people live surprises everyone with its simplicity, willingness, hope, hospitality and happiness”.

* 10 days in Brazil: Rio-Buzios-Cabo Frio-Arraial do Cabo and Angra.

Leaving Charlotte, NC May 28th and returning June 7th

The Package Includes:

* Round trip airfares Charlotte -Rio de Janeiro-Charlotte.

* Airport taxes

* 4 Nights at Atlantico Copacabana - Room triple

* Brazilian tropical breakfast

* Private transfer + tour to Corcovado Mountain - one f the 7 wonders of the world. Tickets included

* Private transfer + tour to Sugar Loaf cable car - tickets included

* Dinner included - (4 nights) Brazilian steak house, sea food, pizza buffet -

* Private bus for city tour in Rio and Beach Tours - Ipanema Beach

* Ipanema Hippie Fair on Sunday

* Private Full day tour in Angra- South of Rio - 365 Islands at this city

* Private Transfer to Buzios - 120 miles

* 5 Nights at Vila do Mar Inn -

* Brazilian tropical breakfast

* Schooner cruise around Islands and Beaches

* Tour to Cabo Frio and Arraial do Cabo Beach Cities + Boat tour to Blue Cave + Lunch + shopping.

* Dinner 4 nights included -

* Tour to Geribá beach + surf class included

US$ 2020.00 ($ 200 deposit- after 30 days non refundable) + 5 payments of $364.00

* Is not included in this package:

* Lunch

* Tips and city tax (around $2 or 3 dollars per person per day)

* Travel insurance

* Our responsibility of incidents. All companies that we work with are authorize by Brazilian Tourism government and are professionals employees. See You in Brazil also is Brazilian specialist recognized by Brazilian government and Licensed by Columbia City Hall.

Cities we are going to Visit.

* Rio de Janeiro - Nicknamed A ‘Cidade Maravilhosa’ or ‘The Marvelous City,’ Rio is the second largest city in South America. Famous for natural beauty, Carnival celebrations and samba music, it boasts urban forests, tourist beaches and Maracanã, one of the world’s largest football stadiums.

* Buzios - Have you heard the expression the jewel of the crown ? Paradise Peninsula with 23 gorgeous beach and a breathtaking ocean view. A melting pot of cultures, languages and cuisine. In the beginning, first settled by pirates and than colonizers by slavers and Europeans, has never looked back. Buzios is the most Brazil’s sophisticated beach destination . Boutique hotels, cafés, international restaurants, night clubs and always the presence of the celebrities and important events combine in a amazing and happy atmosphere. Souvent compared with Ibiza, or even with St Tropez.

* Cabo Frio - Is the Biggest town of the North coast of Rio, the city history goes back to colonial days. White sands, long beaches protect by mountains and adventure dunes is an excelllent vacation options for “Cariocas” , people borne in Rio and internationals.

* Arraial do Cabo - Surrounded by crystal blue waters, incredible visibility and one of the best places to diving in Brazil, knowing as Brazilian Caribe, with its white sand and rich variety of fish and coral reefs. Great possibilities to see dolphins and wales around the cost.

* Angra dos Reis - Beach City - Angra back Reis (the bay of the kings), the city is stretched on a series of hills to the entry of a bay where one finds more than 365 islands, 2.000 beaches, 7 bays and a dozen splits. At one hour and half in boat isIlha Grande, largest of all the islands of bay, 155 km². True tropical paradise, this island counts some of most beautiful the beaches of all Brazil.

Tours Description

Rio de Janeiro - Corcovado Mountain - We will depart from the hotel to visit the Christ Statue, recently elected as one of the seven modern wonders of the world, which sits 2,300 above sea level, atop Corcovado Hill. Following a scenic drive along the Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, we will arrive at the foot of the hill from where we will embark on a small train ride which climbs the beautiful mountain. Upon reaching the top, visitors will experience a panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro and discover why it is known as the “Marvelous City”! Tour also includes a drive along Rio’s famous beaches.

Rio by night w/ Plataforma show + BBQ dinner driver + guide - Enjoy a spectacular samba show with singers and dancers in elaborate costumes who present Brazil’s rich folkloric traditions and capture the famous rhythms of Carnaval. Dinner included.

Sugar Loaf - Cable car - Over a million tourists a year visit the world famous Pão de Açúcar, or Sugar Loaf Mountain in English, which has become an iconic symbol of the city of Rio de Janeiro. Rising up from small peninsula at the entrance of Guanabara Bay, its name is said to refer to its resemblance to the traditional shape of concentrated refined sugar loaf. The tour is done in two steps by glass cable-cars. The first cable-car takes passengers to the top of Urca Hill, which rises 215 meters above sea level and offers spectacular views of the entire bay its islands. From Urca Hill, passengers continue in a second cable car to the top of Sugar Loaf which rises 395 meters above sea level and offers a 360 degree view of the entire city including Botafogo and Copacabana Beaches, the Corcovado and downtown Rio.

Ipanema Beach, Hippie Fair and Ipanema District - A sophisticated area, world famous because of the song “Garota de Ipanema”, dazzles the visitor by its unique nature: the beach, favorite for the “cariocas” surrounded by the mountains with the Corcovado Statue , one of the 7 wonders of the world looking down on it. The sunset, viewed either from the beach or from the lagoon, is an unforgettable show. Night clubs and bars, pubs and restaurants are a meeting point for artists, bohemians and for the joyful youth. The sophisticated window displays of the shops make the street commerce look like a vast open space shopping mall, where you can find calmness, several attractions and lots of good taste.

Ipanema’s Hippie Fair is the place that many tourists visited every Sunday. A Babel lof language where you can find the popular expressions of Brazilian culture such as sculptures in bronze and wood, necklace, oil paintings, silverware, hand-painted and leather items. It is Also the place to buy jewelry at the H Stern and label stores like Mont Blanc, Louis Vuiton and Cartier. It is Very common to see the celebrities around the area. Not just from Brazil but from all of the World.

Tours in Buzios

* Half Day Schooner Cruise - Tour through 12 beaches and three islands with stops for diving and plenty of time to enjoy the clear waters of Buzios: Armação, Ossos, Azeda, Azedinha, João Fernandes, J. Fernandinho, Branca Island, Feia Island (and beach), Tartaruga, Tartaruguinha, Virgens, Amores, Canto, Caboclo Island. Do not include pick up at the hotels, travelers must go to the pier – Armação Beach- to take the tour.

Beaches - Azeda and Azedinha, Joao Fernandez, Forno, Brava, Armação, Ossos , Geribá,Ferradura, Foca, Tucuns, in Cabo Frio: Forte, Conchas and Peró. In Arraial do Cabo: Prainha, Forno, Atalaia, Praia Grande, Anjos, Farol and more…

* Hippie fair - Rua das Pedras (Stone Street) one of the most famous in the whole Country.

Optional tour:

Rio by night w/ Plataforma show + BBQ dinner driver + guide - Enjoy a spectacular samba show with singers and dancers in elaborate costumes who present Brazil’s rich folkloric traditions and capture the famous rhythms of Carnaval. Dinner included.

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If you enjoy traveling by train and to be in contact with nature, from Curitiba (Capital of the State of Paraná) you can make a fantastic train trip, starting at the heights of the Paraná plateau, going down through the Atlantic Rainforest to the picturesque colonial town of Morretes, with the possibility to go as far as to the port city of Paranaguá. There are two trains departing on a daily basis from Curitiba: at 8 a.m. the regular train and at 9 a.m. the tourist train (equipped with air conditioning).

The train arrives in Morretes by lunch time. Tip: in one of the typical restaurants lining the river that runs through the town, try “BARREADO” (traditional local dish of beef stewed in a sealed clay pot for 24 hours). Be ready for a feast…

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If you must, the train returning to Curitiba leaves at 3:00pm. However, having time, stay overnight in one of the “pousadas” (inns) of Morretes. Linger the evening and savor the charm of the town and the riverside walk, the local live music and some of friendliest people you’ll ever hope to meet. If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, this region offers eco-tourism options: many trails (easy as well as mountainous), waterfalls, rivers and spectacular flora and fauna in and around the rainforest of Marumbi State Park.

If you go further (by train) to Paranaguá, from there you can catch a ferry to Ilha do Mel (Honey Island), one of the sweetest eco-paradise islands of the South coast of Brazil.

Operated by Serra Verde Express, the whole train trip (Curitiba to Paranaguá) takes a total of 4 hours (110 km), crossing 13 tunnels (through granite) and 67 bridges. The journey owes its appeal to the engineering feats accomplished in the construction of the railway (1885) as well as to the natural beauty and cultural attractions along its path.

According to “Lonely Planet”, the train trip from Curitiba to Paranaguá as a must see in Brazil!

Stunningly beautiful beaches, a very lively carnival and the largest architectonic complex of Portuguese origin in Brazil, São Luís in Maranhão is all that and a little more. Although founded by the French, the capital of Maranhão shows little evidence of that except for the names of a few streets and monuments – such as the beautiful La Ravardière Palace -, and a refined touch on its cuisine. The main features of the city have been inherited from the Portuguese: the incredible row of tiled houses and the countless surnames of Portuguese origin, among other influences.

In 1997, São Luís was granted the title of Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in recognition for the preservation of its magnificent and homogenous Latin American colonial architectonic complex from the 18th and 19th Centuries. There are more than 3,500 buildings of incomparable historic and artistic value that portray the way of life of the city’s old well-to-do families. São Luís is bathed by the warm waters of São Marcos Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, and permanently heated by the sun.

Porto de Galinhas, that means “Port of Chickens” in Portuguese, is situated about 60 km south from Recife, in the municipality of Ipojuca. The name has its origin in the late 19th century, when the “black ships” (which transported slaves from Africa to Brazil), due to restrictions imposed by the government to the slavery, looked for other places to harbor. When a “black ship” arrived in town, because of the restrictions to the commerce of slaves, the words were “there are new chickens at the port”, so the name, Porto de Galinhas, today a well known fishing village awarded several times as the best beach in Brazil.

In the same area of paradisiacal landscapes and clear water, there is Muro Alto beach, that hosts an exclusive beach resort, perfect for a romantic and luxurious getaway. Nannai Beach Resort is an exclusive resort set around 6000m² of crystal-clear pools and lagoons, situated on Pernambuco’s southern coast about 50km from Recife. The name Muro Alto beach is derived from the coconut palm-lined sandy cliffs found in the area. In a well know beauty spot that captivates tourists, the beach is formed by reefs that creat a 2km long tidal pool; guests can admire this outstanding natural beauty whilst enjoying breakfast at the beachside restaurant.

Guests can also enjoy natural swimming pools with natural clear waters, with a wide variety of tropical fish, at Porto de Galinhas, only ten minutes by buggy from the hotel. It is precisely in Porto de Galinhas where you can sail in a traditional “jangada” (sailing raft), which takes you into close contact with nature in the perfectly conserved mangroves. The village has charming bars and restaurants serving high quality regional cuisine within a very popular shopping area that offers a wide variety of goods and services.

Nannai concept is based on the preservation of the environmental, climatic and cultural values of the region utilizing the rationale of different ambiences within distinctive comfortable premises which blend in with the natural surroundings. Within this unique concept, the resort seeks to offer a new option to those looking for privacy, peace and tranquility, and a little escape from the daily grind. Amongst the accommodation options there are apartments or bungalows with private swimming pools.

The resort boasts a spacious and well ventilated restaurant, a sheltered balcony with an incredible sea view, offering guests the best in regional cuisine together with elements of international cuisine and an especially selected wine list, encompassing various different regions to satisfy the most demanding of palates.

The resort offers an extensive range of pools, with over 6000m² of refreshing crystalline waters of varying depth that cover much of the leisure area. The main pool boasts swimming lanes, exclusive jacuzzi areas, water volleyball, a beach with a sea view, a children’s area and a wet bar.

Nannai Beach Resort, located at this paradisiacal place in the Northeast of Brazil, is the perfect destination for a romantic and luxurious vacation.

Resource Box 1: Brazil offers many kinds of travel packages, check it out at Brazil travel deals Also you can visit Nannai.

As a Coastal City in the State of Rio de Janeiro , Paraty (in Portuguese, instead of an “y” it is spelled with an “i”), is popular because of its beauty associated with its mountains and Ocean. But that’s not all it is famous for. Paraty has a rich history, including its use as a port for the gold that came from Minas Gerais ( State in Brazil ), in the early to mid 1700’s. In the early 1800’s, the gold was running out and an upgraded rail road system made other routes to more preferable port cities. These events basically took Paraty off the map for a good 150 years.

In the 1970’s a paved road was built from Rio de Janeiro to Santos , ( City in Sao Paulo ), which began a flurry of new activity around and in Paraty. Since then the city has grown from what was primarily a fishing and agricultural area to a major tourism force. However it is important to point out that while many people visit Paraty, it has preserved much of its historical appearance. Much of its architecture dates back 250 years ago; it has cobble stone streets, an old colonial – style fort, historical churches, old colonial houses ( which in many cases have been converted to quaint little shops and restaurants). Paraty is also well renowned for its avid participation in most Brazilian holidays and Festivals. Perhaps the most famous of which is the Literary Festival.

If you like tropical Islands and beautiful Brazilian Beach scenes, you’re in luck– the mountains just beside Paraty is the place you’re looking for. It has about 65 Islands just waiting for you to experience; you’ll have to come back for a long second visit to even come close to seeing all the beaches and Islands Paraty offers. Experience Luxury tours and stay in a high class hotel if you like. Paraty would be a great place for a Romantic Honeymoon in Brazil- either a first or second (or even a third). Paraty certainly has Luxury Hotels that have comfort with a capital “C”. With all these beaches, Festivals, history, and legends of gold and precious gems, the questions is not why Paraty? It is why not Paraty?

As per August 10th, TAM stopped flying between Recife and Paris. It was a flight from São Paulo which made a weekly stopover in Recife before heading on to Paris. It will fly straight to Paris.

According to Klaus Kühnast, commercial director of TAM, the decision was made due to the cancelation of the cabotage incentive scheme (19%) for the operation and for considering Brazilian fuel prices too high in relation to elsewhere in the world. However, TAM evaluates the possibility to create a triangular flight between Salvador, Recife and Paris.

By IATA.com
Sao Paulo - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) set out an agenda for the Brazilian civil aviation sector, leveraging positive actions by the Government of Brazil to improve competitiveness and deliver broad economic benefits.

“The new Civil Aviation National Policy is a great opportunity. Air transport supports 2.6% of Brazil’s economy. Thousands of jobs and billions of dollars of business depend on its success. Brazil must use the national policy to build a more competitive industry by overcoming major fiscal and infrastructure handicaps,” said Giovanni Bisignani, IATA’s Director General and CEO. Bisignani made his comments in a speech to industry and government leaders at the British Chamber of Commerce in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Bisignani held positive meetings with ANAC, the Ministry of Defense and the Minister of Institutional Relations and noted many recent encouraging developments in Brazilian aviation. These include the elimination of the PIS/COFINS tax on jet fuel which collected US$100 million annually, the adoption of the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) by the Brazilian government, and the staged liberalization of air fares. “As Brazil prepares to host the 2014 FIFA World Cup, we look forward to working even more closely with the government to further improve the competitiveness of Brazilian aviation and achieve cost-efficient infrastructure improvements,” said Bisignani.

Bisignani offered to work with the Brazilian government in two key areas:

* Airport Concessions: Brazil is contemplating airport concessions to help speed infrastructure improvements. “Private investment with the right conditions can help improve infrastructure but concessionaires must be governed by robust economic regulation. Our common goal is to ensure that the airport is run efficiently, serves and consults with its customers and drives economic development. This is a natural role for ANAC. IATA is happy to bring its global expertise to ensure that ANAC has the independence to carry its mission effectively,” said Bisignani.
* Congestion at Sao Paulo’s Guarulhos Airport: Bisignani offered support for early implementation of IATA’s Worldwide Scheduling Guidelines at Sao Paulo’s Guarulhos airport. “Congestion pricing is not a solution. IATA’s Worldwide Scheduling Guidelines are helping airports around the world manage congestion. As we evaluate longer term solutions, we look forward to working with INFRAERO to make the most of existing terminals and infrastructure and to a robust consultation process on future developments,” said Bisignani.

Bisignani also noted the need to improve the competitiveness of the Brazilian aviation sector by working together to addressing two specific issues:

* Petrobras’ import parity pricing policy: “This adds 30 cents to every gallon of jet fuel sold in Brazil. This US$450 million annual competitive disadvantage makes no sense for a country that supplies 80% of its fuel needs domestically. The result is that 32% of the cost structure of Brazil’s airlines goes to fuel, compared to a global average of 23%. We must find a policy that brings prices in line with market realities,” said Bisignani.
* ATAERO Tax: Airport charges paid to INFRAERO, Brazil’s airport operator, do not equally recover costs for each individual airport. Airlines pay a 50% surcharge (US$370 million annually) known as ATAERO to cover the gaps. “INFRAERO must be funded on a cost recovery basis, with charges that are transparent, agreed with users and in line with international standards,” said Bisignani.

Finally, Bisignani urged Brazil’s government to be a strong voice driving aviation forward on two key priorities: environment and liberalization.

Environment: IATA is leading industry efforts on aviation and the environment with three sequential targets: a 1.5% average annual improvement in fuel efficiency to 2020, carbon neutral growth by 2020 and a 50% absolute cut in emissions by 2050 (compared to 2005). “Brazil is critical to these goals. As a leader in biofuels, I hope that the Brazilian government will provide the fiscal and legal framework to encourage investments in sustainable biofuels which can significantly reduce aviation’s carbon footprint. Brazil is a major player in the UNFCCC process and at ICAO which is tasked with handling aviation’s international emissions. It has a leadership responsibility to ensure that ICAO can bring to the UNFCCC a position that supports a global sectoral approach to aviation emissions and reflects the industry’s globally harmonized approach to controlling emissions,” said Bisignani.

Liberalization: Brazil was one of 15 governments participating in IATA’s Agenda for Freedom. An IATA study showed that market and ownership liberalization in Brazil had the potential to generate up to 400,000 new jobs and up to 24 billion Reais. “CONAC’s proposal to increase foreign ownership possibilities to 49% and a recent liberal bilateral agreement with Chile are steps in the right direction. As the region’s largest economy, I hope that Brazil can take leadership to promote liberalization in Latin America and globally,” said Bisignani.

From: Dana Beliveau - Massachusetts

Gone to: Rio de Janeiro, Buzios (picture) and Fortaleza

We were extremely fortunate to have booked our trip through See You in Brazil. Luiz and Julia were personal, accommodating and extremely helpful in putting together a trip that was tailored to the interests of our group. I would recommend this company to anyone travelling to Brazil and if I return I will undoubtedly contact to Luiz again.

Thank you for everything!
January 2008

From: Sara Crews - Atlanta, GA

Gone to: Iguassu Falls (picture)

I want to thank you for all of your efforts in making our trip from Rio to the Falls so memorable. The air travel and accommodations were excellent. And I cannot say enough good things about William, our travel guide. He was very knowledgeable and explained our schedule to us well in advance.

But most of all, I want to thank you for all of the time you spent prior to and even during our travel. Working with three women can be “trying” at times. You were always full of grace and worked to please your clients. A BIG thank you!

Wishing you all good things.

From: Lynn Shirley - Columbia, SC

Gone to: Rio de Janeiro (picture) and Buzios

If I am lucky enough to visit Brasil again, I hope Luiz de Silva will be available as my personal tour-guide. My trip as part of a group in the spring of 2004 was memorable enough. Luiz knowledge of the areas around Rio and Buzius not only provided insight into local culture and custom, but his connections afforded our group a memorable trip.
Even if that were not the case, his knowledge about the local business and medical community allowed one of our members to receive immediate medical care at a time that might otherwise have been much more difficult.

If you are looking for someone to keep your interests at heart while traveling, you should definitely consider Luiz, from seeyouinbrazil, experience and dedication to providing quality personal service.
March 2005

From: Mme Granet - Nantes, France

Gone to: Rio de Janeiro, Buzios (picture)

En Novembre et Décembre 2001, j’ai eu la chance de visiter Rio de Janeiro, puis Buzios. Parlant peu le portuguais j’avais des difficultés pour la communication. Cependant avec le secours de Luiz Silva le séjour a été des plus agréables.

Nous avons fait amitié avec ce jeune frèsilien et nous continuons d’entretenir des liens de sympathie à travers de lui avec les nouveaux amis d’outre Atlantique.

From: Dick Murphy - Atlanta, GA

Gone to: Rio de Janeiro and Amazon (picture)

Luiz Silva (or Luiz de Buzios) is the perfect planner for your excursion to Brazil.

Brazil is a vast and marvelous country. In order to maximize your experience in Brazil you need a quality planner, one who knows the country and one who can transform your desires into reality. Luiz is that person. He is honorable, reliable and sincere. A Brazilian who knows the magic and beauty of the country, Luiz can provide you with the perfect experience.

Luiz has great contacts for every need and desire. Having Luiz work for you on your trip is a must. You will gain so much more letting seeyouinbazil prepare your trip to Brazil.

Whether you are an individual, family or group, Luiz de Silva will make your experience unforgettable!

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During the last Salão São Paulo de Turismo (São Paulo Tourism Fair), Mrs. Jeanine Pires, president of the National Tourism Board of Brazil (EMBRATUR), signed a technical cooperation agreement with the Brazilian Luxury Travel Association (BLTA) to further support the promotion of some key luxurious Brazilian tourist destinations abroad.

ImageThe BLTA was created in 2008 and gathers the very best hotels, resorts and VIP inbound operators of the country, with the objective to promote abroad the most authentic, glamorous and sophisticated Brazilian experiences to the international upscale travel market.

The agreement aims to bring such destinations more in evidence abroad by participating in specific international tourism fairs, editing promotion material, organizing workshops, organizing press-trips and familiarization tours for foreign tour operators active on this market segment and compiling more data of the outbound potentialities of each market.

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Copacabana Palace - Rio de Janeiro

Among the most important luxurious destinations of Brazil are the beaches of Angra dos Reis and Paraty (Rio de Janeiro State), Florianópolis (Santa Catarina State), Fernando de Noronha Island (Pernambuco State); on the nature front are Amazonas State, Lençóis and Chapada Diamantina (Bahia State), Iguassu Falls (Paraná State), Lençóis Maranhenses (Maranhão), Pantanal (Mato Grosso do Sul State); and the biggest State capitals, such as São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte, Salvador and Recife, as well as the nation’s capital, Brasília.

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