Brazil remains one of the most favorite Latin American countries among tourists. With the FIFA World Cup round the corner, there’s no doubt that travelers across the globe would be planning to throng this country in the coming months. However, please remember that traveling this country is not an easy job. You’ll encounter people who mostly don’t speak English and safety remains a matter of grave concern. But you can definitely not allow factors like these to deter you from visiting this wonderful country. Can you? So it’s advisable that you avail some of the effective tips to travel Brazil to make sure that your maiden trip has only delightful memories to offer you. Go through them before booking your cheap business class tickets.
One of the biggest deterrents to hassle-free traveling in Brazil is that most of the people there do not speak English. Just imagine yourself being stuck in a situation where you don’t get answers to your queries regarding road directions or while asking about the menu to the waiters. Incidents like these can leave you utterly frustrated and isolated (considering most of the locals or for that matter foreigners who’ve taken the trouble to learn Portuguese would easily be able to find their ways). Thus, it’s suggested that you do take the trouble to learn some basic Portuguese to brave these situations. As incongruous as it might sound initially (that you literally have to learn a new language just for a holiday trip), it remains important. Waiter, cab drivers, or else tourism agents mostly do not speak English. Some of the people in Sao Paolo and Rio de Janeiro would converse in the language but the number of these people is underwhelming.
It’s advisable that you travel when the Brazilians don’t. The tourism industry of Brazil is primarily based on its domestic travelers as the country doesn’t receive international tourists on a regular basis. The Brazilians mostly travel at the same time (i.e. from January-June or else during holidays in schools). During the other times the places (with exception of Rio de Janeiro) are fairly empty. Therefore, it’s advisable that you plan your trip accordingly.
Do not be skeptical. The Brazilians are some of the nicest people in the world. They have this ability to communicate with warmth, respect and kindness. As already mentioned above, you might as well be left with no answers to queries regarding road directions or bus tickets. Don’t end up thinking that they’re rude. It’s because that they don’t understand your language. If you’re opting for a Brazilian dance be ready for a close physical contact with your partner. Once again it’s not viewed as obscenity but is a trend in the country.
Safety should be treated as one of the major issues before traveling to Brazil. It has been reported that the number of crimes has escalated, especially in Rio before the impending World Cup and you should consider your safety issues before stepping foot on Brazil. No lonely walks on streets at night, no flashing of snazzy jewelry etc.
