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The Lakes Region of Rio de Janeiro, known in Portuguese as Região dos Lagos, is a coastal area in the eastern part of the state of Rio de Janeiro , Brazil. It stretches roughly from the city of Saquarema in the west to the tip of Cabo Frio in the east, covering a mix of lagoons, beaches, and small towns. The Lakes Region is known for its combination of calm lagoons suitable for water sports and long stretches of sandy beaches that attract tourists year-round. The region is na

Thinking of Brazil often brings to mind images of dense green tropical rainforests and beaches. However, Brazil is actually home to a...

The Four Beaches Trail (Trilha das Quatro Praias) in Itacare , a tropical surf town in Bahia , connects four of Itacare's most beautiful...

Itacare , a small beach town located in the state of Bahia, Brazil, is known for having some of the best beaches in Brazil. The beaches...

If you're visiting Itacaré and looking for a unique, off-the-beaten-path adventure, the Cachoeira do Cleandro ( Cleandro Waterfall) boat...

When I signed up for a snorkeling trip to Rio do Fogo, near Natal in the north of Brazil, I imagined tranquil waters, vibrant coral...

Chapada Diamantina National Park , located in the heart of Bahia, Brazil, is a paradise for nature lovers, hikers, and adventure seekers....

Florianopolis , often referred to as "Floripa" by locals, is a captivating island city located in southern of Brazil. The capital city of...