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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

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

Cultural Hotspots

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16/07/2026

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

Discover the best places to visit in Brazil for luxury travel, from Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo to the Amazon, Pantanal, Iguaçu Falls, Salvador, Ouro Preto and coastal islands, with practical tips, curated stays and key planning statistics.

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 from Praia do Rosa to Garopaba.

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

Amazon Getaways

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16/07/2026

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

Discover Cristalino Lodge Brazil, a luxury jungle lodge in a private Amazon reserve near Alta Floresta, Mato Grosso. Learn about suites, wildlife, sustainable architecture, the Cristalino Foundation, and how to plan your rainforest stay.

Cristalino Lodge: an immersive luxury Amazon retreat for discerning travelers

Discover Cristalino Lodge near Alta Floresta, a luxury Amazon eco lodge in Brazil that combines comfortable rainforest accommodation, expert guides, and National Geographic–recognized conservation in a private reserve on the River Cristalino.

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 Catarina, with standout resorts, itinerary ideas and practical wellness tips for couples and families.

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

Cultural Hotspots

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13/07/2026

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-Brazilian capoeira, Candomblé-informed stays, and Bahian gastronomy woven into every part of your trip.

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.

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

Amazon Getaways

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06/07/2026

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 tips, conservation projects, and river-based wildlife viewing details.

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.

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

Beachfront Escapes

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02/07/2026

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

Discover where to stay in Florianópolis, from luxury resorts in Jurerê to boutique barefoot escapes in Campeche, with practical tips on locations, prices and seasons.

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.

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

Beachfront Escapes

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25/06/2026

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

Plan a romantic stay in Trancoso, Brazil with this detailed neighbourhood guide to the Quadrado, Praia dos Nativos, eco villas and Rio da Barra, including typical room types, sample rates, logistics and how to read hotel reviews.

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.

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.

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.

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

Beachfront Escapes

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12/06/2026

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

Plan Brazil winter travel in July and August with luxury hotels that feel like summer, from Rio’s warm beaches to Serra Gaúcha vineyards and Santa Catarina whales.

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.

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.