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Beachfront Escapes • 19 / 07 / 2026

Whale season on the Brazilian coast: the hotels with front-row seats

Plan the whale watching Brazil hotels season on Santa Catarina’s southern coast. Discover oceanfront stays, land-based viewing spots, regulations, and family-friendly itineraries f...

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Interior Design Concepts

Concrete, timber, and tropicália: the material palette of Brazil's new hotels

Discover how Brazilian modernist architecture, concrete and timber craftsmanship, and Tropicália-ins...

23 / 07 / 2026

Cultural Hotspots

Capoeira, candomblé, and check-in: the hotels preserving Bahian heritage

Discover the best cultural hotels in Bahia, from Salvador’s Pelourinho to Trancoso, with Afro-Brazil...

13 / 07 / 2026

Wellness Retreats

Hot springs and highland air: the thermal retreats Brazil keeps to itself

Discover Brazil’s quiet circuit of luxury thermal springs, from Goiás and Minas Gerais to Santa Cata...

12 / 07 / 2026

Amazon Getaways

Dry season in the Pantanal: the lodges where jaguars come to you

Plan a Pantanal dry season jaguar trip in Brazil with practical lodge advice, Porto Jofre access tip...

06 / 07 / 2026

The journal

Spotlight

Fazenda hotels: the converted ranches redefining rural luxury in Brazil

Luxury Travel Ideas

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20/07/2026

Fazenda hotels: the converted ranches redefining rural luxury in Brazil

Discover how Brazil’s historic fazendas are becoming luxury rural hotels, with regional character, thoughtful design, ethical restoration and practical tips for planning a countryside stay.

Chapada dos Veadeiros lodge guide: where the cerrado meets luxury

Emerging Destinations

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16/07/2026

Chapada dos Veadeiros lodge guide: where the cerrado meets luxury

Curated lodge and hotel guide to Chapada dos Veadeiros for luxury-minded solo travelers, covering Alto Paraíso, São Jorge, Cavalcante, eco-lodges, logistics, and the best season to visit.

How São Paulo became South America's most exciting hotel city

City Center Stays

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05/07/2026

How São Paulo became South America's most exciting hotel city

How São Paulo evolved into South America’s most exciting hotel city, with design-led luxury hotels, standout dining, art programming and neighborhood-specific stays.

The family vacation equation: how Brazil's best resorts handle the July rush

Beachfront Escapes

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28/06/2026

The family vacation equation: how Brazil's best resorts handle the July rush

Planning a luxury family vacation in Brazil in July? Discover how Rio, Bahia and Santa Catarina handle peak season, what room types to book, realistic July prices and how top resorts balance kids’ clubs, adult-only zones and Brazil adventure experiences.

Ilhabela unpacked: the island hotels worth the ferry crossing

Beachfront Escapes

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09/07/2026

Ilhabela unpacked: the island hotels worth the ferry crossing

Plan a romantic escape to Ilhabela, Brazil. This couples-focused hotel guide covers the best beachfront stays, new luxury openings, key stats, ferry tips, seasons, and how long to stay on São Paulo’s favorite Atlantic island.

One ingredient, one kitchen: the hotel chefs rewriting Brazilian gastronomy

Gastronomy Innovations

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29/06/2026

One ingredient, one kitchen: the hotel chefs rewriting Brazilian gastronomy

Discover how Brazil’s best hotel restaurants in Rio, São Paulo, Bahia and beyond use single-ingredient tasting menus built around cacao, açaí, coffee and cachaça to create romantic, ingredient-led dining experiences for travellers.

The private river cruise: why the Amazon's best lodges now start on the water

Amazon Getaways

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22/06/2026

The private river cruise: why the Amazon's best lodges now start on the water

Discover how private Amazon river cruises in Brazil work, from Rio Negro routes and seasons to safety standards, logistics, and what sets luxury expedition vessels apart from backpacker boats.

Hard Rock plants its flag in Gramado: what the 858-room resort means for Serra Gaúcha

Luxury Market News

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18/06/2026

Hard Rock plants its flag in Gramado: what the 858-room resort means for Serra Gaúcha

Hard Rock Hotel Gramado Brazil brings a large-scale, music-focused resort and fractional ownership model to Serra Gaúcha, reshaping Gramado’s tourism, investment profile and future travel itineraries.

Sand roads, no shoes: the barefoot coast redefining Brazilian luxury

Beachfront Escapes

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16/06/2026

Sand roads, no shoes: the barefoot coast redefining Brazilian luxury

From Jericoacoara to Caraíva and Algodoal, explore brazil barefoot luxury coastal pousadas where sand roads, sea breezes and slow rhythms redefine Brazilian beach luxury.

Into the cerrado: Brazil's overlooked biome and the eco-lodges opening its doors

Emerging Destinations

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12/06/2026

Into the cerrado: Brazil's overlooked biome and the eco-lodges opening its doors

Explore Brazil’s overlooked cerrado biome with eco-lodges, family-friendly adventures and conservation-focused stays that connect Pantanal, Amazon and savanna in one journey.

Where to stay in Paraty: from colonial pousadas to waterfront retreats

Beachfront Escapes

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21/06/2026

Where to stay in Paraty: from colonial pousadas to waterfront retreats

Planning where to stay in Paraty, Brazil? Compare the historic center, waterfront, Pontal and Jabaquara, understand pousadas versus hotels, price tiers, seasons and reviews to find the right Paraty hotel for your trip.

Greenwashing or green-building: how to read a Brazilian eco-lodge's real credentials

Sustainable Practices

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12/06/2026

Greenwashing or green-building: how to read a Brazilian eco-lodge's real credentials

A skeptic’s guide to Brazilian eco lodges. Learn how to read real sustainable credentials, spot greenwashing, verify certifications and choose family-friendly stays.

Festas Juninas behind closed doors: the hotels that turn São João into an immersive stay

Cultural Hotspots

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29/05/2026

Festas Juninas behind closed doors: the hotels that turn São João into an immersive stay

Discover how festas juninas hotels in northeast Brazil blend São João traditions with luxury: where to stay near Campina Grande and Caruaru, how to get there from Rio or São Paulo, what to expect from hotel arraiá programming, and what to pack for an immersive June festival trip.

Belém: the culinary capital you haven't booked yet

Amazon Getaways

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05/06/2026

Belém: the culinary capital you haven't booked yet

Discover Belém, Pará, a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy where Amazon River ingredients, Ver-o-Peso market and Guajará Bay views meet premium hotels, tasting menus and rainforest getaways.

Evvai and Tuju earn three Michelin stars: a first for Latin America

Fine Dining Experiences

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19/05/2026

Evvai and Tuju earn three Michelin stars: a first for Latin America

Discover how Evvai and Tuju, Brazil’s first three Michelin star restaurants in São Paulo, are reshaping luxury travel, hotel strategies, and fine dining itineraries across Brazil and Latin America.

Family-friendly without compromise: the case for Costa do Sauipe and Praia do Forte

Beachfront Escapes

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15/05/2026

Family-friendly without compromise: the case for Costa do Sauipe and Praia do Forte

Discover the best luxury family resorts in Bahia, Brazil, from Costa do Sauípe to Praia do Forte, with all inclusive stays, kids’ clubs, and easy access to Projeto Tamar.

Hotel restaurants that taught Brazil to dine: a culinary atlas

Gastronomy Innovations

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13/05/2026

Hotel restaurants that taught Brazil to dine: a culinary atlas

An insider guide to the best hotel restaurants in Brazil, from Rio and São Paulo icons to coastal and rainforest retreats, with booking tips for discerning couples.

Where to stay in São Paulo: a neighborhood-by-neighborhood hotel guide

City Center Stays

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22/05/2026

Where to stay in São Paulo: a neighborhood-by-neighborhood hotel guide

Discover where to stay in São Paulo, Brazil, from Jardins and Avenida Paulista to Faria Lima, Pinheiros and urban resorts like Palácio Tangará and Hotel Unique, with practical tips for choosing the right luxury hotel for business or leisure.

The Brazilian spa idiom: cocoa scrub, Brazil nut oil, and the Amazonian Renewal

Spa and Wellness

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12/05/2026

The Brazilian spa idiom: cocoa scrub, Brazil nut oil, and the Amazonian Renewal

Discover how to choose authentic Brazilian spa wellness and Amazonian renewal experiences, from QOYA Amazônico in Curitiba to Bahia, Búzios and Minas Gerais, with concrete tips on rituals, ingredients, timing and therapist standards.

Hotel Mágica Visão in São Simão, Goiás, Brazil: lakeside comfort near Praia do Lago Azul

Cultural Hotspots

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20/07/2026

Hotel Mágica Visão in São Simão, Goiás, Brazil: lakeside comfort near Praia do Lago Azul

Discover Hotel Mágica Visão in São Simão, Goiás, Brazil: a midrange lakeside hotel near Praia do Lago Azul with pools, sauna, spacious rooms, private parking, and easy access to cultural attractions around the São Simão reservoir.

by Liana-Gabriela Mendoza

Trends

Sustainability is the new five-star: how Brazil rewrote the metric

Sustainable Practices

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08/05/2026

Sustainability is the new five-star: how Brazil rewrote the metric

Discover how sustainable luxury hotels in Brazil are redefining comfort with limited capacity, data-backed eco design and verified green financing, from Amazon lodges to Bahia villas and urban retreats in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

Anavilhanas jungle lodge Brazil: an immersive luxury escape in the Amazon

Tech Innovations

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11/04/2026

Anavilhanas jungle lodge Brazil: an immersive luxury escape in the Amazon

Plan a refined escape to Anavilhanas jungle lodge Brazil, with curated tours, sustainable luxury, and seamless logistics in the heart of the Amazon.

Inspiration

Elegant stays for the barretos rodeo experience in Brazil

Plan an elegant stay for the barretos rodeo in Brazil with expert guidance on luxury hotels, premium experiences, and refined itineraries across São Paulo state.

by Felicia Wan

Experience the best rated luxury hotels in Brazil: Unmatched elegance and service

Tech Innovations

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12/01/2026

Experience the best rated luxury hotels in Brazil: Unmatched elegance and service

Explore the best rated luxury hotels in Brazil, from Rio to São Paulo. Discover exclusive resorts, spa experiences, and personalized service for your next stay.

by Thiago Monteiro

Places

16 Jul 2026

An elegant travel guide to the best places to visit in Brazil

16 Jul 2026

Cristalino Lodge Brazil: an immersive Amazon rainforest retreat for luxury travelers

15 Jul 2026

Cristalino Lodge: an immersive luxury Amazon retreat for discerning travelers

14 May 2026

Bahia, hotel by hotel: the coastline from Trancoso to Itacare

Experience

SouthWild Pantanal Lodge: refined wildlife adventures in Brazil’s great wetland

Adventure Packages

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03/07/2026

SouthWild Pantanal Lodge: refined wildlife adventures in Brazil’s great wetland

Discover SouthWild Pantanal Lodge on Brazil’s Pixaim River, a luxury wildlife lodge with air conditioned rooms, expert guides, guaranteed ocelot viewing, and year round access to one of South America’s richest wetlands.

Experience the finest Brazil luxury hotels with rooftop pool and breathtaking views

Explore Brazil luxury hotels with rooftop pool, including top options in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. Enjoy panoramic views, infinity pools, and premium amenities.

by Lucien Beaumanoir

Brazilian Elegance Awaits

MyBrazilStay helps you book the best stays across Brazil

Whale season on the Brazilian coast: the hotels with front-row seats

Concrete, timber, and tropicália: the material palette of Brazil's new hotels

Capoeira, candomblé, and check-in: the hotels preserving Bahian heritage

Hot springs and highland air: the thermal retreats Brazil keeps to itself

Dry season in the Pantanal: the lodges where jaguars come to you

Fazenda hotels: the converted ranches redefining rural luxury in Brazil

Chapada dos Veadeiros lodge guide: where the cerrado meets luxury

How São Paulo became South America's most exciting hotel city

The family vacation equation: how Brazil's best resorts handle the July rush

Ilhabela unpacked: the island hotels worth the ferry crossing

One ingredient, one kitchen: the hotel chefs rewriting Brazilian gastronomy

The private river cruise: why the Amazon's best lodges now start on the water

Hard Rock plants its flag in Gramado: what the 858-room resort means for Serra Gaúcha

Sand roads, no shoes: the barefoot coast redefining Brazilian luxury

Into the cerrado: Brazil's overlooked biome and the eco-lodges opening its doors

Where to stay in Paraty: from colonial pousadas to waterfront retreats

Greenwashing or green-building: how to read a Brazilian eco-lodge's real credentials

Festas Juninas behind closed doors: the hotels that turn São João into an immersive stay

Belém: the culinary capital you haven't booked yet

Evvai and Tuju earn three Michelin stars: a first for Latin America

Family-friendly without compromise: the case for Costa do Sauipe and Praia do Forte

Hotel restaurants that taught Brazil to dine: a culinary atlas

Where to stay in São Paulo: a neighborhood-by-neighborhood hotel guide

The Brazilian spa idiom: cocoa scrub, Brazil nut oil, and the Amazonian Renewal

Hotel Mágica Visão in São Simão, Goiás, Brazil: lakeside comfort near Praia do Lago Azul

The wellness retreats where Brazil slows down: from Minas Gerais to Santa Catarina

The green credit behind Brazil's new Amazon and Pantanal lodges

Planning an unforgettable brazil honeymoon across cities, beaches and rainforest retreats

Premium honeymoon hotels in Brazil: the ultimate guide to luxury stays and breathtaking views

Brazil’s finest spa resorts: luxury escapes for wellness and relaxation

A refined journey through the best hotels in Bahia, Brazil: luxury, comfort, and authentic experiences

Summer 2026 hotel openings: five properties rewriting the Brazilian season

A refined guide to the best luxury hotel chains in Brazil

Luxury escapes: exceptional hotels with private pools in Brazil

Experience the elegance of exclusive hotels in Rio de Janeiro: A refined guide to luxury stays

Fernando de Noronha: the complete hotel and pousada guide for 2026

Elegant escapes: the best places to travel in Brazil for luxury stays

Where to stay in Florianópolis: island luxury from Jurerê to Campeche

Trancoso beyond the Quadrado: the neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood hotel guide

July and August in Brazil: the winter hotels that feel like summer

Sofitel Ipanema: Patricia Anastassiadis remakes Rio's most coveted beachfront address

Sustainability is the new five-star: how Brazil rewrote the metric

Anavilhanas jungle lodge Brazil: an immersive luxury escape in the Amazon

Elegant stays for the barretos rodeo experience in Brazil

Experience the best rated luxury hotels in Brazil: Unmatched elegance and service

An elegant travel guide to the best places to visit in Brazil

Cristalino Lodge Brazil: an immersive Amazon rainforest retreat for luxury travelers

Cristalino Lodge: an immersive luxury Amazon retreat for discerning travelers

Bahia, hotel by hotel: the coastline from Trancoso to Itacare

SouthWild Pantanal Lodge: refined wildlife adventures in Brazil’s great wetland

Experience the finest Brazil luxury hotels with rooftop pool and breathtaking views