Victor Pisapia (victorsfood) leads a group of hungry travellers on an adventure to explore the tastes, rhythms, and history of Brazil & Argentina on his annual Taste of South America tour. In Rio, join us at the most beautiful and one of the most well-regarded restaurants in Rio, Aprazível (The Experience). Before indulging in a lunch you help prepare, learn about cachaça and Brazilian wine from Pedro, who is a wonder himself. For more about Aprazivel: travel.nytimes.com For tour information and bookings: www.victorsfood.com.au Filming & editing, mucho gracias to: gregdingo
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Visiting South America is an exciting prospect with it’s vibrant, passionate culture, the music, dancing and fabulous beaches. The continent has some of the worlds most exciting cities, rainforests, jungles and mountains.
Rio de Janeiro Every day feels like a carnival in Rio de Janeiro, you are never far from the pulse of the samba. Situated between glorious beaches and lush mountains it’s a perfect place for a lively holiday.
Weather The weather never gets cold in Rio, the rainy season is from October to January and temperatures can drop to 23C. The humid climate reaches 28C in the summer.
Transport: how to get there and around The airport in Rio serves flights from all of Latin America, Brazil, and beyond. Long distance buses depart from Novo Rio Rodoviaria.
Getting around the city can be a little uncomfortable on the often crowded buses. For a cooler option try the air-conditioned subway which covers part of the city.
Accommodation: Luxury to budget stays The internet can offer some of the best information on the cost, range and location of hotels in Rio de Janeiro.
Attractions & Events *Unforgettable Costumes, dancing and body painting are paraded through the streets for the famous 5 day Carnaval. This event starts on the Friday before Ash Wednesday.
* Throughout June is the Fiestas Junina, which takes place in public squares in the city.
*Festa de NS da Gloria do Outeiro is celebrated with street parades and stalls on 15 August.
*Each Sunday in October the religious festival Festa da Penha takes place. São Paulo São Paulo is Brazils largest and most cosmopolitan city. There are many attractions for the visitor to enjoy including the art and culture, fine restaurants and pulsating nightlife.
Transport: how to get there and around
There are three airports in São Paulo. Congonhas for domestic and Sao Paulo/ Guarulhos both for domestic and international flights.
To avoid the congested streets the subway is a great option. There is a bus service but this can be crowded and uncomfortable.
Weather The city receives most rain during the summer months, although generally the weather is sunny and warm all year.
Accommodation: Luxury to budget stays The internet can offer some of the best information on the cost, range and location of hotels in Sao Paulo.
Attractions & Events *In June the hot fashions are on show during São Paulo’s Fashion Week, the same month brings the huge gay celebration Gay Pride.
*In October sports fan can enjoy the Brazilian F1 Grand Prix
Buenos Aires Buenos Aires has an old style European feel with its boulevards, café’s and architecture. But you’ll quickly find it also has a trendy chic side and a population that makes flair into an art form. And as home of the tango, the city has an irresistible allure.
Transport: how to get there and around The city’s two airports known as Ezeiza & Aeroparque serve as an important hub for the southern region of South America. There is a bus service which connects the city with both airports.
The efficient underground called Subte makes traveling around the city easy. You can also use the bus service 24 hours a day. Most of the tourist attractions are situated close to one another so walking is also an option.
Weather The best time to visit is during Spring and Autumn as the summer can be scorching up to 40C and the winters are cold. You will see some rain although its not generally heavy.
Accommodation: Luxury to budget stays The internet can offer some of the best information on the cost, range and location of hotels in Buenos Aires.
Attractions & Events
*Dancing is a popular celebration, the Buenos Aires Tango festival is held during February and March.
* To celebrate Latin American literature the book fair The Feria del Libro takes place every April.
*Campeonato Abierto Argentino de Polo takes place in December. Alistair White has been in the travel industry for over 20 years and is the founder and CEO of Cheaper than Hotels. Cheaper Than Hotels offers Cheap hotels in Rio de Janeiro
South America is home to lands of fierce mountainous beauty, traces of ancient civilisations, superb tropical coastlines, alluring food and music, and pulsating festivals – in short everything your need for the ultimate travel experience. Lima
Peru’s sprawling capital sits in the center of the country’s desert coastline. It’s a grimy, polluted place but one of charm and friendliness with a wealth of compelling architecture and great museums. Transport:getting there and getting away
Lima’s Aeropuerto Internacional Jorge Chávez services most international and domestic flights. The airport is best served by taxi as buses tend to be crowded.
Buses connect Lima with Bolivia, Chile and Ecuador as well as all over Peru. They are slow and can be uncomfortable.
Ocean liners berth at Lima’s port of Callao.
Lima is a sprawling congested city and public transport is disorganised. Taxis are plentiful but unregulated. Fares must be negotiated which is difficult if you don’t speak Spanish and taxis can be dangerous.
Micro and combi buses are cheap and the destinations are placed in the windshield. This makes things difficult if you’re not familiar with the city.
Lima is not pedestrian-friendly owing to congestion and pollution. Walking is only advised within neighbourhoods. Between neighborhoods a taxi is necessary. Climate
Hot and humid all year round with little rainfall. Accommodation:from cheap stays to luxury resorts
Check on the internet for the range, location and cost of Lima hotels Events:what’s on and what’s hot
*Semana de Lima between 12-19 January celebrates the founding of Lima in 1535. *Carnaval is celebrated on the last few days before Lent with music, dancing and water fights. *Semana Santa in March-April is marked by processions throughout the city. *Independence is celebrated on 28-29 July. Large rock concerts are popular around this time. * Festival of Santa Rosa de Lima is on 30 August at the Santa Rosa Monastery. Rio de Janeiro
Rio sits between imposing mountains and the glorious beaches washed by the warm waters of the Atlantic and is a true hedonistic heaven. The rhythm of the samba is rarely absent from this city in which every day is a celebration. Transport:getting there and getting away
Flights connect Rio with all of Brazil and Latin America, as well as many other major cities. Buses depart for most destinations from Novo Rio Rodoviaria.
City buses are often crowded and struggle through Rio’s traffic. Rio has an excellent, air-conditioned subway system but it only covers points north of Botafogo. Accommodation:from cheap stays to luxury resorts
Check on the internet for the range, location and cost of hotels in Rio de Janeiro Events:what’s on and what’s hot
*Carnaval is the five-day internationally-famous extravaganza beginning at midnight on the Friday before Ash Wednesday. Dancing, parades, head-dresses and flaunted bodies make up this unforgettable spectacle. *The Fiestas Junina’s is celebrated in public squares throughout June. *August 15 sees music, colorful stalls and a parade celebrating the Festa de NS da Gloria do Outeiro. *Festa da Penha is one of the largest religious festivals in the city. It’s held every Sunday in October. Buenos Aires
Argentina’s capital, Buenos Aires is unique among South American cities in that it radiates the ambiance of the Europe of a more gentile age. But don’t be fooled. You’ll quickly find it also has a trendy chic side and a population that makes flair into an art form. Transport:getting there and getting away
Buenos Aires is a major transport hub for the southern part of South America and has two airports. Regular ferry and hydrofoil services connect Buenos Aires with Uruguay.
Getting around Buenos Aires is easy. The city boasts an efficient underground known as the Subte and a round-the-clock bus system. Plus the major tourist attractions are near each other so it’s well worth exploring on foot. Accommodation:from cheap stays to luxury resorts
Check on the internet for the range, location and cost of hotels in Buenos Aires. Events:what’s on and what’s hot
* Buenos Aires Tango is a tango festival that takes place between late February and early March all over the city. * The Feria del Libro annual book fair celebrates Latin American literature in April at the Centro Municipal de Exposicions. * Mid-May sees the art fair, Arte BA. *More tango related activities on June 24 when aficionados remember Carlos Gard el, the man who made the tango famous. *December features the Campeonato Abierto Argentino de Polo. Alistair White has been in the travel industry for over 20 years and is the founder and CEO of Cheaper Than Hotels, offering cheap Lima hotels |
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