A first-time traveler's guide: Preparing for travel to Brazil »

The glitzy spectacle of Carnival, beautiful girls on Copacabana or exploring the Amazon jungle - whatever draws you to Brazil, it's a huge, colourful and exotic country but as with most Latin American countries it pays to do your research before you leave. As a first time traveler here are some key tips and information which will help prepare you for the cultural onslaught that meets you on arrival in Brazil. [full text]