Despite man's best (or worst) efforts, the Amazon rainforest still covers huge swathes of Brazil and is one of the world's great last wildernesses. Home to countless varieties of animals and plants, not to mention tribes who have no contact with the outside world, it's quite simply an amazing experience and one that you'll always remember.
The enormous horseshoe-shaped cataracts of the Iguazu Falls are one of the most impressive sights in the natural world and this amazing site, straddling the Brazilian and Argentinian borders has to be seen to be believed. On seeing the falls, Eleanor Roosevelt reportedly said "Poor Niagara!" - why not see what she meant for yourself?
The enormous Pantanal wetlands are many people's preferred choice for wildlife holidays in Brazil, and we rate them even more highly than the Amazon if seeing wildlife is your priority. The terrain and ecology means that you see much more wildlife and makes this a fantastic destination for any animal lover.
Lying between Rio and Sao Paulo, the colonial gem of Paraty is a lovely little town. Even better, it's surrounded by miles of the best beaches in Brazil, so by day you can relax in secluded coves and swim in clear warm waters, while in the evenings you can enjoy the cafes, restaurants and galleries of the lovely colonial town of Paraty itself...
Buzios is usually seen as the top-level beach destination in Brazil. Easily accessible from Rio, it offers top-notch hotels and restaurants to meet the most exacting international standards so you can be assured of total comfort throughout your stay, as well as great nightlife and some of the best beaches in the world...
Lying 220 miles off the Brazilian coast, the beautiful islands of Fernando do Noronha are one of our favourite destinations in Brazil. Miles of secluded beaches, warm waters and great snorkelling. If you had to pick a perfect desert island for your Robinson Crusoe fantasy this could be it - perfect peace in this island paradise...
The Atlantic rainforest that covers much of Brazil's coastline and interior is a 'dry' forest that is less well-known than the Amazon but is actually considered to be even more important in ecological terms, with higher biodiversity than the much more famous Amazon. We particularly like the forest in the Itacare area for a great combination of wildlife and beaches!
If anything is more a part of life in Brazil than football, then it can only be music. Each region and each city has its own musical preferences and its own set of musical styles, each reflecting the different cultures and histories of the area. Samba and Bossa Nova are probably the most famous styles in the UK, but that's far from being the whole story...
The coastline of Angra dos Reis is dotted with secluded coves looking out to 365 different islands just off the shore, the largest of which is the tropical paradise of Ilha Grande. The bay of Ilha Grande has prsitine waters perfect for diving and snorkelling and Angra has some of the best beaches in Brazil...