See what the experts are saying about Curitiba. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Introduction
There's a joke Brazilians like to tell: When the world was created, one of the archangels peered over God's shoulder at the work in progress and couldn't help noticing that one country had been especially favored. "You've given everything to... Continue reading »
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Frommer's favorite experiences
Attend Carnaval in Rio: The biggest party in the world. Whether you dance in the streets, watch thousands participate with their elaborate costumes in the samba parade, or attend the fairy-tale Copacabana Palace ball, it's the one event not t... Continue reading »
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Best dining bets
Experiencing Feijoada, the National Dish: It's impossible to single out one restaurant in all of Brazil for its feijoada. Just try it and try it right. Start with a caipirinha (that potent, delicious lime and sugar-cane drink) and some caldo... Continue reading »
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Best hotel bets
Hotel Sofitel (Rio de Janeiro; tel. 0800/241-232 or 021/2525-1232): Considered Rio's best hotel, the Sofitel combines old-world elegance and style with one of the city's best locations, across from the Copacabana Fort and steps from Ipanema.... Continue reading »
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The best beaches
Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro: Yes, this is one of the most urban beaches in the world, but it's still one of the country's prime tanning spots. The long stretch of white sand is perfect for observing the tan and lovely (male and female alike). Or... Continue reading »
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The best festivals and celebrations
Well, Carnaval -- that's an obvious choice (and already covered under "The Most Unforgettable Travel Experiences"). Here are some other favorites: Reveillon/New Year's Celebration (Rio de Janeiro): Close to two million people gather for on... Continue reading »
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The best inns and bed & breakfasts
Pousada do Mondego (Ouro Preto; tel. 031/3551-2040): Wake up to the unforgettable view of Ouro Preto's most famous church, S?o Francisco de Assis, just outside your window. Early in the morning the surrounding hills are often shrouded in mist... Continue reading »
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The best markets
Feirarte (Rio de Janeiro): This crafts market on Rio's most historic square features a range of artists showcasing their handiwork. There are leatherwork, ceramics, glass, and silver, not to mention food and drink stands and less-talented ven... Continue reading »
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The best museums
Museu Internacional de Arte Naif do Brasil (Rio de Janeiro; tel. 021/2205-8612; www.museunaif.com.br): Don't miss this little museum, just a few hundred yards from the Corcovado tram station. The practitioners of naive art (also called primit... Continue reading »
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The best nightlife
Arco do Teles (Rio de Janeiro): Tucked away in an alley just off the Praca XV, the Arco de Teles reveals perfectly preserved colonial buildings set on narrow cobblestone streets, lined with restaurants and cafes. With over 15 bars and botequi... Continue reading »
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The best wildlife watching
Go, Turtles, Go! (Bahia): From mid-February to April you have a good chance to watch turtle hatchings at Praia do Forte Tamar's turtle project. See how these tiny sea turtles crawl out of the egg, and cheer them on as they waddle to the ocean... Continue reading »
Curitiba Travel Experiences
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Parks, Parks and more Parks!
After the natural splendour of Ilha do Mel, I returned to Curitba to explore the man made beauties of the parks around the city. I w... Continue reading »
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I love this town!!!
Wow, Jema and I are in a new town, and it is a vast improvement over the stressful city of São Paulo. At 11... Continue reading »
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the islnad of honey
ilha do mel - translated to island of honey. to tell the truth i don´t know why it is called that way, havn´t tried to find out.... after... Continue reading »
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My World Got Flip-Turned Upside Down
Today, we arrived in Curitiba about 1/2 an hour earlier than we expected to, which is a bad thing. Why? Because we planned to... Continue reading »
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Beware of German restaurants
Flo says: Curitiba is supposedly Brasil's wealthiest and most sophisticated city. We had a whole 24 hrs to fill whilst waiting for our bu... Continue reading »
Popular Curitiba Hotels
- Mercure Apartments Curitiba Golden
- Pestana Curitiba Hotel
- Vernon Palace
- Crowne Plaza Curitiba
- Bourbon Express Batel
- Tulip Inn Batel
- Bristol Saint Emilion
- Slaviero Rockefeller
- Slaviero Slim
- Bristol Upper Residence
