Before even setting foot there, everyone knows Rio de Janeiro its Concorvado, its Sugarloaf. However, nothing will prepare the amazement that will come with each moment. Magic..

Stopped by the Rio de Janeiro

Between Itacaré in the north and Canavieras in the south of the State of Bahia, the Cocoa Route is becoming one of the must-see locations for those travelling to Brazil. On the 180km that separate the two cities, visitors will discover large farms where the manufacture of chocolate chips is at the heart of the activity, mangroves and a primary forest, "Mata Atlantica".

Trip on the Cocoa Route

The fifth city of Brazil, situated in the north-east of the country, is generally forgotten by tourists. Despite a reputation that is sometimes a little rough, the city which unites large avenues, tall buildings and old colonial buildings, has something to charm you. In the surroundings, the city of Olinda and the beaches of Porto das Galinhas are much more popular among tourists.

Discover Recife and its surroundings

Although the reputation of the Rio carnival may have faded, it's not the only city in Brazil that knows how to party. The proof is in Salvador de Bahia, the capital of Nordeste where rumba rings in every street corner.

Salvador de Bahia, immersion in the Bay of All Saints

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Capital of the Rio Grande do Norte State (in the north-east), Natal is a medium sized town with amazing beaches. 

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It is called the "City of the Sun" because it has 300 days of sunshine a year and has become a very important and popular resort of the Brazilian coast. I found, like most travellers <a href="/brazil/">staying in Brazil</a>, the beaches of Natal particularly beautiful. Indeed, the resort has one of the most beautiful coastlines in the country, making it a popular destination for Brazilian tourists and for those from around the world. Finally, the city of Natal is very lively, especially in the evening, where you will find a large number of vibrant bars and restaurants. I remember very festive evenings walking the streets of Natal and drinking caipirinha and meeting people of all nationalities.

Natal is a large coastal city on the North Eastern edge of Brazil

During a recent road trip along the north-east's beaches, which is a must during a trip to Brazil , Natal was a stop over between the beaches at Pipa and those at Canoa Quebrada and Jericoacoara. To be honest, we regret stopping at Natal; it was a waste of our time. It has nothing to offer. The Fort of the Three KIngs (a major site, according to our guide) appeared to be a white wall sitting in the sea. Seeing it from afar was enough, we couldn't even be bothered to get close up. Boring, boring, boring... The only place we hung out in for a while was the Mangai Restaurant, which has a large self-service comida nordestina , Brazilian north-eastern style food and I admit we loved it!

Capital of the Rio Grande do Norte State (in the north-east), Natal is a medium sized town with amazing beaches.

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