America Beauty (Anchorage)

Anchorage,

located in the south central area of US state of Alaska has a nickname of "The City of Lights and Flowers" and a motto of "Big Wild Life". Both of these phrases are fitting for this majestic city which certainly has its fair share of "wild life" as well as wildlife! Not to mention the views (and the wildflowers). Anchorage, Alaska is, in a word, spectacular.Anchorage only takes up around 5000 square kilometers of land and water. With a population of around 500,000 (around 50% of the entire state's population), it is a mid sized city (although the largest in Alaska) but one whose residents are endlessly attached to. Visitors to Anchorage soon become endeared on the city's charm and natural landscape. For this reason Anchorage, Alaska is a popular tourist destination.Anchorage, Alaska is bordered by the spectacular Chugach Mountains, Knik Arm and Turnagain Arm. It is certainly a cold place to live or visit. Being subarctic, Anchorage has short cool summers and cold winters.

Summer temperatures rarely meet the maximum of 78 degrees Fahrenheit and winter temperatures are freezing - as low as 5 degrees Fahrenheit in the daytime.If you are keen to get into the recreation and physical activities, try the Alpenglow Ski Area and H2Oasis Indoor Waterpark. These locations are great for all ages and are certainly worth spending more than a day at.Of interest to tourists in Anchorage Alaska are the Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum and the Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library & Museum. Both of these museums contain some exciting displays depicting the history of the area. A must see for anyone interested in the roots of Anchorage.The most popular tourist time in Anchorage is summer. During this time tourists flock to the city and highways are often chock full of cars. Other transport options include air; Alaska Airlines is the major local carrier.

There is also the Alaska Railroad which is probably the most scenic way to travel.For the nature inclined, consider visiting the Alaska Zoo, Point Woronzof Park and the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Animal and nature lovers will be in their glee!Anchorage, Alaska has a lot to offer visitors. Next time you visit be sure to check out some of the lesser known places - after all it’s off the beaten track that you usually find the gems.

Brazil Beauty

Copacabana Palace Hotel

Why Travel to Brazil?

Because excellent hotels options area always available Large international hotel chains have been operating in Brazil for some time. With the globalization and the dynamism of the international hotel sector, Brazil received large investments in modernization and the creation of new hotels. A good indicator of the quality of the service found at Brazilian hotels is the growing number of tourists coming to Brazil. This number has grown 100% in five years, and it continues to grow. Certain areas, such as the Green Coast in the south of the state of Rio de Janeiro or the Sauípe Coast, have international quality resorts with several options for tourism

Sofitel Costa do Sauipe

In the large cities, such as Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, there are luxury options, such as the Copacabana Palace Hotel, and bed and breakfasts and economy hotels for the more adventurous tourist. Even in the heart of the Amazon Forest, it is possible to find diversified options for any tourist profile.

Brazil is a place that has a little bit of everything. Its unique characteristics ensure international fame, attracting thousands of tourists for every part of the world, all year long. The diversity of the culture and the scenery are the country’s strong points. But the best part you only get to know when you arrive here: the Brazilian people.
This mix of races and colors makes this a happy and fun-loving people, yet strong, fighting and full of pride for its land. And it has a hospitable spirit unequalled anywhere else in the world. All of these qualities bound together make Brazil the ideal destination for those who wish to be well-received and treated as if at home.
One of the most appreciated Brazilian destinations by visitors is Rio de Janeiro – the Marvelous City, with its stunningly beautiful scenery and home of the greatest popular party in the world: carnival. It is a grandiose commemoration that gathers thousands of party-goers annually to have fun and watch the Samba School parades, teeming with floats, resplendent color and dance.
Carnival is also among the main attractions of other Brazilian cities: like Rio, São Paulo also has fun-filled parades with Samba Schools; in Pernambuco, the carnivals of Olinda and Recife are the highlights, as the people take to the streets in their costumes and follow the blocos and maracatus with their bands, carrying the famous giant dolls; in Salvador, the capital of Bahia, the entertainment is left up to mobile stages with electric bands that are followed through the streets by millions of people to the sound of axé, a typical rhythm from Bahia, until daybreak.
After the intense dancing and partying, nothing better than enjoying the country’s beautiful beaches, which stretch for over seven thousand kilometers of coastline. No one fails to be enchanted by the natural beauty of these veritable paradises of white sand and turquoise waters. Among the most visited, there are the famous beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana, on the Rio de Janeiro coast; Joaquina, in the south of the country, famous for its national and international surfing championships; the Praia do Forte, on the northern coast of Bahia, home of the Tamar Project, for preserving sea turtles; and the marvelous beaches of the Fernando de Noronha archipelago.
The heart of Brazil also reserves natural treasures that enchant and surprise even the most experienced travelers. Among these rarities, there is Foz do Iguaçu, a city located along the triple border of Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina. Its greatest attraction is the series of 275 waterfalls a little more than 60 meters high known as Iguaçu Falls – one of the most impressive sceneries anywhere.
And we cannot forget one of the world icons of ecology and biodiversity: the Amazon. Located in the north of the country, it encompasses an area of approximately 5.5 million square kilometers. It is considered the largest equatorial forest on the planet, occupying 61% of the national territory and extrapolating Brazilian borders. It is estimated that the regions forests concentrate 60% of all of the planet’s life forms – more than half of which are still unknown to science. The tourist who arrives there has much to do. From boat trips over the region’s rivers to several types of jungle expeditions, with guided hikes and trails and the observation of the stunningly rich flora and fauna of the region. And for those who do not want to participate in any adventure, just relax and appreciate the Amazon scenery – a delight to the eyes and so resting for the soul.
That is how our country is, a unique mixture of happiness, beauty, colors, hospitality and great pleasure. Come and get to know Brazil, too. Those who come, become fans.