Brazil has always been on my must-visit list, but when it came down to actual trip planning, I found it quite daunting. The huge country is rich with options—from natural wonders to major metropolises ...

Beyond its beautiful beaches, this tropical country has far more historic gems and natural wonders than most people realize. Finding a spot to relax on Rio’s Ipanema beach is a not-to-be-missed thing ...

Dance to the rhythm of South America’s largest country, where jaguars roam, beaches call and cities burst with culture. Most people know about Rio’s beaches, such as Copacabana and Ipanema, but should ...

Hugging the borders of Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru, the sprawling landmass of Brazil is the Big Daddy of Latin America. Encompassing everything from the Amazon Rainforest to vibrant cities such as ...

From broad beaches to the thundering roar of Iguaçu Falls, Brazil doesn’t just offer one “best” time to visit—it offers many, depending on where you’re headed and what you want to see. In February, ...

Salvador, the Afro-Brazilian heartland, is a hub of music, food and tradition. São Marcelo Fort, at center, a 17th-century fortress, sits in the old port of Salvador, Brazil. At right is the Mercado ...