Tag: Ouro Preto
By Nelson Belen, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Positive news from Brazil's Ministry of Tourism was just released today showing that the long holiday weekend in Brazil, which began with the country's Independance day last Friday, September 7th...
By Beatriz Miranda, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Officially happening from February 9th to February 14th this year, Carnival is considered the hottest season in Brazil, mainly in Rio de Janeiro and Salvador. However, cities like Ouro Preto,...
By Lisa Flueckiger, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – For those who favor history and culture over beach for a weekend away, Ouro Preto and its neighboring towns have plenty to offer. The colonial town lies around six hours...
By Lisa Flueckiger, Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Starting on June 15th, the FIFA Confederations Cup will turn the sporting world’s attention to Brazil, as the cup will feature all regional football champions plus world champion Spain in...
By Anna Kaiser and Levi Michaels, Contributing Reporters
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The long Easter (or Páscoa in Portuguese) weekend, known as “Semana Santa” is a unique time in Rio and all of Brazil whether one is seeking a...
By Alison McGowan Contributing Reporter
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Historical towns and rural landscapes are just a couple of the great things about Brazil. However, they perhaps come together most vividly in the state of Minas Gerais, the state...
By Sarah Coursey, Editor
RIO DE JANEIRO - According to the United Nations, Belo Horizonte, or BH as it is known to insiders, is the city with the best quality of life in all of Latin America. It is...
