Brazil - Up Close Book

Winner of the Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism Silver Award 1997, Brazil Up Close is the ultimate resource for travel to Brazil. Delving into the depths of Brazil and its people, Pamela Bloom leads you to the heart and soul of this diverse country. It is written for travelers who want to fully embrace the country's sometimes spiritual, sometimes steamy culture. Encyclopedic in its coverage, it inspires adventure, whetting your appetite for thrills û river rafting, jaganda trips to offshore cays, spiritual encounters in colonial churches and midnight jaunts in search of UFOs. Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais, São Paulo, Foz de Iguatu, Santa Catarina, Rio Grande do Sul, Brasflia, Bahia, the Northeast, Amaz(nia and the Panatanal each have their own extensive chapter.

Excursions by boat, plane, jeep or on horseback, private guides and tour operators, health and safety tips, where to stay and eat, gay clubs, history, culture, religion, Carnaval, beaches, escort services, nightlife escapades and daytime fun. Maps and index.