This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). When Brazilians have confidence that an endeavour is going to be successful, they say ‘Vai dar praia’ — literally, ‘It’s going to give ...

After adventures in the Amazon or exploring its sprawling cities, holidaymakers in Brazil have ample opportunity to do little more than lie on a towel and pitch up a parasol on its soft sandy shores.

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After living in Rio de Janeiro for four years, I keep escaping to Arraial do Cabo. Rightfully so, this beach getaway is often called the “Caribbean of Brazil” by Brazilians because of its remarkably ...

The skyline of Florianpolis seen from a distant beach. That island is Florianópolis, or Floripa to those who live there. Safe and accessible, with a bridge linking it to the mainland, it is home to ...

Most people hear "Brazil" and picture samba dancers, golden coastlines, and Rio's dazzling street parties. Honestly, that's ...

Months after thick oil began turning idyllic beaches in Brazil into "black carpets," workers and volunteers wearing rubber gloves race against time to scrape off the remaining fragments ahead of the ...