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Brazil - Ignassu Falls
Brazil - Ignassu Falls

Latin American spirit, untouched sandy beaches and exotic palm forests make Brazil's Coconut Coast as tropical as its name. The ideal holiday backdrop for exploring, with tours to the carnival capital of Rio de Janeiro and the ridiculously high Iguassu Falls, in Brazil you've got an adventure on your hands.

What's best for you?

  Free kids Best for families Best for adults All inclusive Premier Close to the beach Central location

SuperClubs Breezes Costa Do Sauipe

Four sun rating (This accommodation rating is a First Choice Sun Rating)

May-Oct 2008 		FACFamilies FACAdults FACAll Inclusive FACClose to the beach

Costa Do Sauipe Resort And Hotel

Four sun rating (This accommodation rating is a First Choice Sun Rating)

May-Oct 2008 		FACFamilies FACAdults FACAll Inclusive FACClose to the beach

Vila Gale

Four sun rating (This accommodation rating is a First Choice Sun Rating)

May-Oct 2008 		FACFamilies FACAdults FACAll Inclusive FACClose to the beach

Iberostar Bahia
Four plus sun rating (This accommodation rating is a First Choice Sun Rating)

May-Oct 2008 		FACFamilies FACAll Inclusive FACPremier FACClose to the beach
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Free Kids

 

You can take your first child on holiday with us free of charge. If a Free Child Place is available on the holiday you choose, it’s yours – and your discount will be shown on the breakdown of your holiday price. Free Kids are generally found on holidays departing outside of 12 weeks.

 

We offer hundreds of Free Child Places on selected holidays and dates, but they won’t hang around forever! Book early to secure your Free Child Place and make fantastic savings online.

Best for Families

These accommodations are family-friendly, offering entertainment and facilities for both kids and grown-ups.

 

Some may feature their own kids’ club, crèche, kids’ dens, or sports and activities for families to enjoy together.

Best for Adults

These accommodations provide a holiday experience geared toward grown-ups. They’re best suited to couples, single travellers and groups of friends.

 

Although we can’t guarantee they will be child-free, these accommodations are more suited to those travelling without children.

All Inclusive

Our All Inclusive holidays cover all your essentials, so you can relax knowing that everything is already paid for while you’re on holiday with the UK’s ‘Best All Inclusive Tour Operator’.

What’s included?

  • Unlimited local alcoholic drinks
  • All meals and snacks
  • Unlimited soft drinks, tea and coffee
  • Ice cream for the kids in many hotels
  • Sports and watersports facilities in most hotels
  • Daytime and evening entertainment and activities

Premier

An exclusive selection of quality four and five star hotels, our Premier range offers superior standards of comfort, service and dining, with luxurious facilities and fantastic extras. In-flight and in-resort benefits vary across our Premier Family, Premier Luxury and Falcon Premier holidays.

 

Benefits may include:

  • Free in-flight meal and reserved seating on First Choice Airways flights
  • Increased baggage allowance (up to 23kg per person)
  • Free day before check-in at London Gatwick, Manchester and Birmingham Airports
  • Priority airport transfers to your resort or return private taxi transfers
  • Premier Reps providing outstanding customer service and assistance
  • Complimentary children's’ pack with Premier Families

Close to the Beach

Choose one of these accommodations to ensure you are within 300 metres of the beach (1km for villas).

Central Location

These accommodations are guaranteed to be less than 200 metres from the centre of your resort, close to bars and restaurants.

Things to do

Brazil

Memorable moment...

Experience the sights, scents and sounds of Salvador's cobbled streets, lined with colourful colonial architecture, where the captivating rhythm of street percussion bands carry home the true spirit of Brazil.

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Things to do

Explore the outstanding colonial architecture of Salvador's historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover Praia do Forte, an ecological reserve abundant with flora and fauna, and Garcia d'Ávila Castle, Latin America's biggest fortification. Visit the Tamar Project, a turtle preservation centre and breeding programme in Praia do Forte, and see baby sea turtles hatch (seasonal). Climb aboard a motorised schooner to sail around All Saints Bay, taking in scenic views of Salvador's skyline.
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Beaches

Miles of white sand fringes Brazil's north-east coastline, fondly known as the Coconut Coast, with tall palm groves lining the shore. Praia do Forte offers crystal clear waters and sun-kissed sands and Guarajuba has exhilarating surf and a calm lagoon nearby, while further north is popular Costa do Sauípe.

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Explore your destination

Spectacular Salvador
Brazil's cultural capital has outstanding colonial architecture and the magnificent church of Sao Francisco in its vibrant Pelourinho area. The colourful open-air market is great for browsing before a relaxing barbecue or lunch in a lakeside restaurant.

Prices from approx. US$70pp (adult/full day); US$35pp (child/full day)

Bahia by Night
This electric city comes alive at night; watch the sun set with a caipirinha cocktail and browse the craft market before taking the elevator to the upper city for a stroll through Pelourinho's cobbled streets. Top off your evening with a folklore show and dinner in the lower city.

Prices from approx. US$83pp (adult/half day); US$41.50pp (child/half day)

Imbassai Adventure
A great chance to see more of Brazil; climb aboard a 4x4 for a countryside adventure, passing traditional villages. You'll canoe along a tranquil river and stop at a deserted beach, finishing off with a visit to a local handicrafts centre.

Prices from approx. US$40pp (adult/half day); US$20pp (child/half day)

Tropicana Adventure
This adventure begins with a river cruise, spotting colourful birds, with a stop at a secluded beach. You'll then go off-road in a jeep, visiting a school, ancient castle and nature reserve and end the day with a forest trek. A home-cooked lunch is included.

Prices from approx. US$93pp (adult/full day); US$46.50pp (child/full day)

Please note: for further details, please speak to your Representative in resort. This is an example guide only and excursions and prices will be subject to change according to season, availability and demand.

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Food and drink

The zest of the Bahian people is reflected in its delight of everything culinary. With strong African influences, most dishes feature coconut milk, spicy pepper and palm oil. Local specialities include Moqueca, a delicious spicy seafood stew, and Xinxim de Galinha, chicken stew often prepared with garlic, shrimps and pumpkin. For a street snack, try Acaraje, bean fritters, sometimes with shrimp, fried in palm oil. Wash dishes down with a Caipirinha, the national cocktail, made from limes, sugar and Cachaça, a high proof sugar cane spirit.

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Evening Flavour

For the ultimate carnival atmosphere, head to the cobbled streets of Pelourinho in Salvador, with its live percussion music, folklore shows, bars and nightclubs. In Costa de Sauípe you'll find a wide selection of bars and restaurants, while in Praia do Forte you can dine with views of the idyllic landscape, along Alameda do Sol.

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Shopping

Browse the colourful stalls at Salvador's market, Mercado Modelo, which sells local handicrafts, musical instruments, hammocks, silver and leather. Salvador's leading mall, Iguatemi has a range of fashion stores and a multiplex cinema. You can buy handmade jewellery, carvings and paintings along the esplanade in Praia do Forte.

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Information

Language: Portuguese. Currency: Real. Standard GMT: - 3 hrs. Tourist Information Office: 32 Green Street, London W1K 7AT. Tel : 020 7399 9000. www.braziltourism.org

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Travel money

Reals

You can get commission-free foreign exchange on currency notes and travellers cheques at most First Choice Travel Shops and Holiday Hypermarkets.

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