The real DOs and DON’Ts of visiting Brazil — from a Brazilian!

✅ DO: Explore Nature — But Plan It Right

Brazil is the 5th largest country in the world. If you want a “safari-style” trip to see wildlife and incredible landscapes, you need to choose destinations carefully. Some great options:

• Manaus (AM): gateway to the Amazon rainforest

• Bonito (MS): crystal-clear rivers filled with fish

• Foz do Iguaçu (PR): home to Iguaçu Falls — not a safari, but one of the most impressive natural wonders on Earth

But remember: distances here are huge, and we don’t have fast trains. These places are far from Rio and São Paulo, so plan your route well.

❌ DON’T: Come for “Sex Tourism”

Yes, Brazilians are warm and affectionate.
Yes, we like to kiss.
But no — that doesn’t mean everyone wants to kiss you.

Assuming Brazilians are “easy” or “slutty” is disrespectful and harmful. This mindset can lead you to cross boundaries or even harass someone without realizing it.

Be respectful, fun, and kind — if something is meant to happen, it will.
Just don’t be that guy.

✅ DO: Join the Celebration

We celebrate everything.
A birthday? Barbecue.
A sunny Sunday? Barbecue.
Basically, we find any excuse to gather, eat, and party.

If you visit during Carnaval (February) or São João (May/June), you’ll experience some of the most vibrant street festivals in the world — full of music, dancing, colors, and joy.

❌ DON’T: Visit Favelas on Your Own

Favelas are culturally rich and extremely interesting, but they’re also places of real social struggle:

• Limited access to healthcare

• Poor sanitation

• Areas sometimes controlled by gangs

With a trusted guide, you can visit safely. Alone? It can be dangerous — even deadly.

And please, remember: favelas are not zoos. Don’t point your camera at people as if they’re attractions. These are families, workers, and human beings. Treat them with respect and dignity.

✅ DO: Visit the Beaches

Brazilian beaches are stunning.
In cities in "nordeste" like Fortaleza and Recife, the water is warm and calm — it feels like a huge natural pool.

❌ DON’T: Act Like You’re in Europe

Don’t walk around with your phone in your hand.
Don’t leave your bag unattended.
Petty theft is common, especially in crowded areas.

Also, never accept drinks from strangers or leave your cup unattended. There’s a drug known as “Boa Noite Cinderela” that can knock you out completely, used for robbery — and sometimes worse.

Stay alert. Be smart.

✨ Final Thoughts

Brazil is incredible — intense, beautiful, chaotic, and unforgettable.
Come with curiosity, respect, and a little caution, and you’ll have one of the best trips of your life.

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Enjoy your trip, be yourself and respect your youth! 💛💚

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