Meet Community from São Paulo, Brazil

Queijadas da Sapa

A MUST if you ever go to Sintra: ask for a "queijada" and you won't be able to leave without at least a six pack of those! Closed on Mondays. During summertime, it closes at 7pm everyday, and in the winter, it closes at 6pm except on weekends - Saturday and Sunday.

Belcanto

Chef Jose Avillez is the leading figure in Portugal's new wave of fine gastronomy, internationally recognised for his re-inventions of traditional cuisine. After winning a Michelin star at his last restaurant, this is his major new venture, in the centre of Lisbon.

Jardi del Turia

The redirecting of the River Turia that ran through Valencia in order to avoid the periodic flooding that the city suffered left an expanse of land, surrounded by the old town and city centre. After a profound urban study an ambitious project produced a fantastic river-bed park with all sorts of facilities for children, sporting activities, ponds, fountains and the wonderful infants’ park.

Interior de Té

A small tea shop in the cosy neighbourhood of Gracia packed with dozens of huge pots containing different and fine varieties of tea. Run by a couple who travel almost every year to the tea markets of China to get exactly what they want and offer it directly to you. You can buy leaves to enjoy them at home or sit in their tiny tables to have a tea while having their homemade pastries.

Haus der Kulturen der Welt

This place presents arts from around the globe, with a particular focus on non-European cultures and societies. A cultural hotspot, located in the heart of Berlin, with projects that aim to break through artistic boundaries. Visual and performing arts, music, literature, film, academic discussions and digital media are brought together in an interdisciplinary program otherwise unique in Europe.

Centro Cultural Olga Cadaval

Olga Cadaval is a cultural centre with various showrooms where you can find different types of shows, from music to theater, dance and even stand-up comedy from time to time. On top of that, it's an historical building in Sintra right next to the Museum of Modern Art. Price depends on the shows.

Palm Club

Palm Club is the new point in João Pessoa. By the seaside, the bar has a cosmopolitan ambient, with bright lights and wonderful retro music. That bar is headed by Zagma Maga, and her waitresses are very funny. When you there ask for their Pina Colada and a traditional Texan Hamburger. Don't worry: you can talk in English all the time, because the most people there speak it fluently.

Parade of the three Wise Men

In Spain, one of the biggest events of the holiday season is the arrival parade of the Three Wise Men. There is a long tradition for having the children receive presents by the three \"Reyes Magos\" on the night of January 5 (Epiphany Eve) or morning of January 6. Almost every Spanish city or town organises cabalgatas in the evening, in which the kings and their servants parade and throw sweets to the children (and parents) in attendance. Madrid organizes the biggest parade of all, with different floats and and artistic performers, broadcasted nationally on TV.

The DDR Museum (GDR- Englisch)

The DDR Museum is an unique and specific museum and one of the most-visited museums in Berlin. Specific because of three main reasons. 1. The topicThe DDR Museum is the only museum which concentrates on everyday life in the GDR. We don't only show the crimes of the State Security or the border defences at the Berlin Wall but we display the life of the people in the dictatorship: Maybe you know the spreewald pickles, nudism beaches and the Trabi - the rest of the life in this socialist state is unfamiliar to most of the people in the world. 2. The conceptA hands-on experience of history - the DDR Museum is not an exhibition to regard, but the visitor has to take part, to handle the exhibits and to look behind drawers and doors. For this reason we are one of the most interactive museums in the world - not the least point which nominated us for the European Museum of the Year Award 2008. 3. The institutionThe DDR Museum is privately financed to one hundred percent. We don't spend one cent of public money and achieve no aid money. We finance probably as the only museum in Germany to one hundred percent from the entrance fees of the visitor. Visitor orientation is not only a headword, but the guideline for our work. Thereby the DDR Museum has become one of the most visited museums in Berlin only one year after the opening.

Tresor Club

Tresor (German for safe or vault) is an underground techno nightclub and record label. The club was founded in March 1991 in the vaults of the former old Wertheim department store in Mitte, the central part of the former East Berlin, next to the famous Potsdamer Platz, however the history of the club goes back to 1988 when the electronic music label Interfisch opened the Ufo Club in Berlin. Ufo was the original centre of Berlin house and techno, but due to financial problems that club closed in 1990. After Ufo closed, Interfisch's head, Dimitri Hegemann and some investors in the club found the new space in East Berlin. This was advantageous timing, as it was only a few months before Germany unified. The vaults under the Wertheim department store proved to be the perfect location for a club, and Tresor quickly became the place to be in Berlin. Tresor continued to be a popular club to this day, having expanded and reconstructed continuously several times to include an outdoor garden area, and a second \"Globus\" floor. The concept for the Tresor floor in the basement was specifically hard techno, industrial and acid music while Globus was featuring mainly more mellow house sound. The recordlabel Tresor Records was founded soon after the club first opened, in October 1991. Featured artists on the label include Jeff Mills, Blake Baxter, Juan Atkins, Robert Hood, Stewart Walker, Joey Beltram, DJ Surgeon, Pacou, Cristian Vogel, House of Fix and many others. In 2004 the documentary \"Tresor Berlin: The Vault & the Electronic Frontier\" was released. Directed by Mike Andrawis, it features interviews with Hegemann, Carola Stoiber, and DJs & artists associated with the club & label.[1] The film covers the period from Hegemann's involvement with the Fishladen and UFO clubs in Berlin-Kreuzberg to the final months prior to Tresor's closure. Tresor closed on the 16th April, 2005, after several years prolonged short-term rent. The city sold the land to an investor group to build offices on the Leipziger Straße location. It was open for each night of April 2005, with the final event starting the Saturday night with queues stretching all the way down the road, and still going Monday morning. Tresor reopened on 24 May 2007 in a renovated power plant on Köpenicker Straße in Mitte.

Museum Het Schip

Cool museum about the 'Amsterdam School' style of architecture. You can combine this with my tour through the neighbourhood of De Pijp, where a lot of this architecture is yet to be seen :)

Espacio Escultórico

Housed in a building designed by Teodoro González de León for the University Cultural Center, the University Museum of Contemporary Art, MUAC, opened in November 2008. Possessor of the first public collection of contemporary art of our country, this museum has set a new paradigm for artistic creation, knowledge construction and meaningful learning of their audiences, provided a framework for discussion, experimentation and critical where the axis the museum is the individual action.Its programs and projects are a reference for the study, interpretation, exhibition and dissemination of contemporary art from 1952 onwards. Insert at the university level, MUAC promotes interdisciplinary work, but also seeks his presence in the national and international museum scene.With a dynamic program of art exhibitions comprising national and international visual artists, sound art, performance actions, visual, kinetic and performing arts, MUAC builds a prime space for the appreciation and enjoyment of contemporary art forms.

Zinco Jazz Club

A small cozy place that shows us a different side of the city. One of the few places with different offers: great live performances and a menu with great options!

Pulqueria Los Duelistas

This pulcata has been revitalized by young people, who have painted walls with pre-Hispanic motifs, making it now look quaint. It is also sometimes taken by the underground punk scene and rockabilly, to make music and alternate with the obligatory jukebox. The "el curado" style is very rich and, as is tradition, its fruity flavors change depending on the day, like the snack canteen.

Pastelaria Gregório

A "must" on traditional pastry. Different types of things to try, amongst other classic Portuguese traditional bites.

Piriquita

Inside there's one of the best things you'll ever taste in your life: called "travesseiro". As we say in Portugal, "é a prata da casa" - something like "it's the house's silver", wich means the best there is about that place. Situated on the old side of Sintra, the historic centre where the palaces and castles are at your doorstep. A must if you're visiting Sintra, or the surroundings :)

Bar da Dona Onça

Don’t be misled by the ‘bar’ in the name – this classic Centro destination is as much restaurant as watering hole, and its extensive menu, including pasta and meat dishes, draws crowds for both lunch and dinner. Do not miss!

Finca Loreto-Family owned traditional Mexican restaurant

La Finca Loreto is one of the best "fondas" in Mexico City. A "fonda" is an informal, small and usually family owned restaurant that serves traditional home-made Mexican food in a series of fixed 4 or 5 courses. It includes soups, salad, main course, dessert, bread or tortilla, and fresh fruit water. La Finca is located in a very interesting spot of Downtown Mexico City. Loreto Square is surrounded by two very old churches, one Neoclassical (my favorite) and the other, New Spain Colonial, and by two synagogues, one Sefardi and the other, Ashkenazi. The fountain and the Neoclassical church are masterpieces of Manuel Tolsá, the most important architect of the late colonial period. Although small, La Finca Loreto is quite a cozy place. With its colorful decorated interiors and friendly staff, it is a great place to recover energy after an intense visit to the vibrant nearby Merced market and neighborhood. My favorite dish is "enchiladas de mole", an only-Mexican recipe that is very well prepared at La Finca Loreto. If "mole" is not your thing, you can try "enchiladas rojas". La Finca Loreto is your best option if you are looking for great local taste at a really fair price in a traditional and friendly place.

Al Andalus

The Lebanese immigrants in Mexico have become a central part our society. For many Mexicans, Lebanese food is not considered exotic or outlandish, it has a special place in our national culinary tradition and is cherished by most of us. In fact, I may say that it's my favorite cuisine, and Al Andalus, my favorite place to eat it. The restaurant is conveniently located in La Merced neighborhood, where Lebanese, Syrian, and Jewish immigrants arrived in the first years of the 20th century and contributed to the strong trade tradition that still makes this area one of the most interesting in the City. In the colonial hall of Al Andalus you will always find Lebanese families before a table covered with dozens of plates with hummus, taboule, keppe, and so on, or men talking business while sipping on their hot turkish coffee or fresh arak. The quality is unbeatable among all the Lebanese restaurants in the City (and perhaps among some I've been in the Middle East). From the spearmint lassi, to the coffee and arab sweets, whatever you order will be a delight to your palate. My favorites are raw keppe, "hojas de parra" (dawali), taboule, falafel, lamb shawarma, and the sweets. If you don't mind people smoking while you are eating, try to get a table at the balcony (the smoking area), it is a very refreshing spot.

"Chile relleno" and more at Roldán 37

Roldán 37 is a hidden jewel in one of the oldest and most traditional neighborhoods in the city: La Merced. Since the Aztec times, this area has been the commercial Mecca of the Country. Today, although a bigger commerce center has been built in the South of the city, La Merced is still a reference for retail trade. Hundreds of thousands of people from all over the Country come here everyday to buy or sell their goods. Mexico's culinary diversity is present in every stand one passes by. Fresh fruits and vegetables, herbs and spices with enthralling scents, and savory sauces are just some of the pleasures of visiting this great market. Roldán 37 is located in what used to be the house and storehouse of a pepper merchant of the 19th. Today, his descendants, the Fragoso family, have opened a restaurant that has pepper as the main ingredient of most of its dishes. Here you will be able to taste delicious traditional, and also new, recipes cooked with the many of Mexican "chiles": "poblanos", "chilacas", "serranos", "jalapeños", "cuaresmeños", etc. Yo can even have your tequila served in a "medio chile" (half pepper) which gives it a smoothly hot aftertaste.

Barricas Don Tiburcio: Gourmet delicacies in Coyoacán

Doesn't matter if you like more wine or beer, if you're a wine expert or a novice, if it is to give to give somebody or to give to yourself, if it's your first visit or if you are already a regular customer, if you have a craving or if it's a special occasion, if you're coming from far away or from just around the corner, if you want something unique or more mainstream, young or mature, expensive or cheap … at Barricas Don Tiburcio you will find exactly what you are looking for. With knowledgable staff that will recommend which wine goes better with any given cheese, meat, or dessert; this place has consolidated as a main reference in the neighborhood. A useful tip: if you are wandering around Coyoacán's colorful alleys and streets, and you are feeling hungry, go to Barricas Don Tiburcio and ask for their panninis. They're great for a half-way snack.

Mar Bar

It's situated in the most beautiful beach in Sintra, Praia Grande. Amazing view, laidback environment, people from diferent backgrounds and ages. A great place to eat something and have a couple of drinks. My personal favourite: "Crepe au chocolat" :)

Mar Bar - Upstairs

If you enjoyed "Mar Bar", you will certainly love "Mar Bar - upstairs". It's on the 1st floor and it's a terrace/lounge thing, where you can eat and drink, and enjoy some tunes. Awsome view over the beach & good vibrations!

Horto Florestal

Horto Florestal's Park is the second largest urban native forest in the world, and it's hidden in the northern part of São Paulo's city. This nature is a typical off the beaten spot. You can also have a great time by visiting other great things in the north of the city: the first Open Museum of Urban Art and restaurants that offers good traditional Brazilian food from the northeast region.

São Paulo Concert Hall

The most important Concert Hall in São Paulo, located inside the old Railway Station Júlio Prestes, which has been fully restored and was ranked one of the World's top 10 concert halls.

Atibaia - Jump to a free flight Paraglider

Located 40 minutes from São Paulo, Atibaia is a must-see city. Its wonderful climate, its parks, spectacular mountain views and international cuisine are a tourist attraction. The practice of free flight is much appreciated by tourists of all ages. We'll have to go there!

Shopping on one of the most famous streets of São Paulo

Oscar Freire is the best street to go shopping! All high end shops are located around this street, known as the only open air mall in town. The best Brazilian brands can all be found here, such as Havaianas, Granado, Farm, Maria Filó, Osklen, Schutz. There are plenty of great restaurants on that area too.

Island Van Brienenoord

Not famous but beautiful and quiet place in the middle of Rotterdam. A lot of nature, and even a few Highland Cows! And the best place to take pictures of the Van Brienenoord Bridge :)

Canigó

Canigó is a typical bar placed in the lovely Gràcia. A nice place to eat good tapas and sandwiches without paying much ;) It's a must in Gràcia!

Refeitório Orgânico - Vegetarian Food

In the Botafogo neighborhood, a good tip for a vegetarian restaurant is the "Refeitório Orgânico". There, you pay a fee for the buffet and freely eat totally vegetarian foods. The space is small, so arrive early or choose to escape the commercial lunchtime (between noon and 2pm).

Bar do Davi

A nice bar, with nice food, inside a community in Leme, Copacabana Rio de Janeiro. A great experience to have in town!

CULTURE FOR FREE

There are many places in Barcelona where you can enter for free, or at least have really cheap prices. Your holidays don't have to be expensive if you love culture and art! The chances to see and exhibition or a museum for free are many. Don't think about wasting first, if you go with someone who knows the place, remember there are lots of affordable cultural choices that we can show you.

Parcs

Barcelona has many beautiful parks to spend the hole day, they are so beautiful and well kept! From a maze created with hedges, to magnificent fountains and beautiful statues. Great places to have a picnic, take a trip on a small boat with oars, listen to music from local artists, or just go for a quiet walk.

Avenida Paulista

Avenida Paulista concentrates bars, cafés, stores and historical buildings for all kinds of people. Take a chair outside a bar and watch the movement on the avenue, it never stops.

Centro Cultural São Paulo

CCSP is a public cultural shared space. There is a library, art exhibitions, movie theater, a café and a concert hall. Besides that, people go there to study, to have meetings, to practice break dance... all kinds of cultural expressions going on there!

"La candelaria" photo by Pedro Szekely

Explore colors in downtown Bogotá. "La candelaria" is in the historical center, full of personality and Colombian flavours.

Chingaza

Parque Nacional Natural Chingaza. Explore nature near Bogotá - just one hour away and a breathe of fresh air!

Botanical Garden of São Paulo

Placed in the Parque Estadual das Fontes do Ipiranga, also known as the State Park. Its area of 360,000 square feet of rainforest is home to 380 species of trees used for research and conservation. In addition to vegetation, it is possible to observe some animals, such as the green-billed toucans, sloths, monkeys and rodents that live freely in place. Check out some of the local attractions.

Liberdade Street Market

The neighborhood is home to the Japanese colony and the biggest attractions of the market are the traditional products like paintings, feng shui items, clogs, bonsai trees and Japanese dolls. The visitor can also find traditional paper lanterns, handicraft lamps, bamboo blinds and origami art.Cultural events are found here too like the preparation of sumô, typical dances, and the Chinese new-year.

Imigration Museum (Museu da Imigração)

The Immigration Museum of the State of São Paulo inherits from the Memorial of Immigrant all the history of preservation of the memory of people who arrived in Brazil through the Immigrant Inn, and the relationship built over the years with several communities representing the city and the State. A very interesting visiting to understand better all of São Paulo heritage and mixture of cultures!

White Beach

This beach is located at the eastern end of the island of Santo Amaro, extensive, with strong waves on the left side and calm sea on right. The beach is home to the former colony of fishermen and it still holds today traditions. It’s a great ride with a spectacular interaction with the Atlantic. Along the way, can observe thousands of species of plants, animals, and a beautiful view of the island

Resenha Bar & Grill

Good food, good drinks, good prices, good atmosphere and good vibe. What's not to like? :)

Botafogo Praia Shopping Rooftop

On the Rooftop you will have an amazing view of Aterro do Flamengo, Botafogo and Sugar Loaf. It is easy to reach and free. Nice place to take good pictures and relax. Contact me for more details. :-)

Hang Gliding

Rio de Janeiro is amongst the world’s best places to practice hang gliding. Take off is from the ramp at Pedra Bonita hill which is located in Tijuca Forest National Park and stands at a height of 510 m. You will fly above Tijuca Forest with panoramic ocean views before descending to land on the golden sands of Pepino beach in São Conrado.

Steak House Fogo de Chão

Their varieties of beef are central to the local cuisine of Southern Brazil: it’s rare to find a home in Rio Grande do Sul without a custom grill called a churrasqueira built into the house. This style of cooking is mostly about restraint – the beef is allowed to slowly cook with a subtle seasoning so the natural flavors have time to mature.

Sunset in Arpoador Rock

The magical Arpoador sunset is quite the spectacle in Rio de Janeiro. Hundreds of people to flock to the rocky Arpoador Peninsula with picnic blankets and cameras to capture the breathtaking event. Situated between the famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema in the Southern zone of Rio de Janeiro, Arpoador offers some of the most incredible views in the city.

Airport transportation traps

DO NOT PAY pre-charged rides - only pay by the clock! When you land on Rio's International Airport/Bus Stations there will be some taxi companies offering taxis: don’t take those! it is VERY expensive. They will charge you R$100 for a R$30 ride. The ride should be on the clock. (“Cobrança no taxímetro?”)

Trolley to Santa Teresa

If in an afternoon in Rio, you find yourself under a veil of clouds and the beach has lost interest, head up to Santa Teresa. It's a neat neighborhood built up in a hilly area that offers great views of the city, and it has a nice quirky atmosphere and an feeling of "old Rio", with the neighborhood and old buildings.

Botanical Garden

The Botanical Gardens are a true ecological sanctuary and one of the ten most important in the world. Besides housing the rarest species of plants from the flora of Brazil and other countries, it is also an excellent leisure option for children and adults and a delight for those who wish to contemplate nature. Contact me for more details. :-)

Walking on Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon area

Lagoa Rodrigos de Freitas is a lake under the right arm-pit of Christ the Redeemer, usually used for boating activities. There is a restaurant area, lined with kiosks and bars, offering various types of food and 'live' music. There are also some wholesome recreational family activities to do, like rent a 2-person cycle thingie and have a go around the lake.

Barra da Tijuca Neighbourhood

About 15 km west of Rio de Janeiro's South Zone is Barra da Tijuca. Tall residential buildings tower along a never ending beach. The big pastime is sports: Surfing, wind surfing, kite surfing, beach volley, running, fitness, golf… Health, beauty and fitness are dominating features in the area. The place is perfect to enjoy the nightlife with locals. A true find!

Nearby cities

Arraial do Cabo is a small town. There you have beautiful beaches with crystal clear waters and some of the best diving in Brazil. Ilha Grande is Brazil’s undeveloped paradise. Stepping off the ferry to the island is to disconnect from the outside world. No cars, no banks. It’s all about relaxing in the sun, swimming and reemerging for fresh seafood. Contact me for more information!

Uruguaiana popular street market/mall

Middle class street market, with 1500 different shops - such as Havaiana's famous flip flop. Uruguaiana subway station drops you inside there!

Toca do Vinicius (Vinicius's burrow)

Vinicius Burrow is the reference for Bossa Nova, a local music genre as import as Samba. Owner offers lectures about his genre in multiples languages (be ready to listen to :) It is expected to buy a music content to support the store.

baixo Botafogo ( Bota SoHo)

Neighbourhood Botafogo is considered our local London's Soho in the evening: plenty of bars and restaurants, also hot local food and cool atmosphere.

Velo Bike Store

Velo bike rents bikes per hour. My suggestion: Monday to Friday, cycle in direction to Leme. English-speaking employees. A copy of a document is required for rental. Avoid to get closer of Princesa Isabel avenue (I am a Rio's security board partner and focus on making you 100% safe in the city).

Feira Hippie ( Ipanema fair craft-marketed )

The place to buy a local souvenir and see beautiful craft goods. Search for "Fitinha Nosso Senhor do Bonfim", the traditional gift to take back home to your loved ones.

Shopping Vertical ( Vertical mall )

An outlet mall to buy local clothing paying less (off/sale), featuring acclaimed Brazilian brands: Mara Mac (upper class), Cantão (quirky local), Arezzo (the desired Brazilian global brand shoes), Farm (extremely local style) etc. 10 levels of a mall, exclusive for women's clothes. PS: Size and colors depend on offer due to sale issue.

Amarelinho ( tiny yellow )

One of the most ancient restaurants of Rio (96 years old). Famous throughout all social levels.Settled down in a strategic point to explore downtown.

Pizzinha

Pizzinha, which translates to "Little Pizza" in English, is a small place for a quick bite before or after partying. They have uncountable toppings and you can even customize your own little pizza! It's usually crowded with students, so it's also a very good place to start a conversation.

Rio Antigo Fair

A fair located in the bohemian neighborhood of Lapa. There are traditional arts, food, showing the antique side of Rio de Janeiro. A very cool place to get a real vibe of Rio's life!

Prainha

Very popular beach in Rio de Janeiro, but not for tourists. Very far of downtown and south area, needs to be reached by car... and it's a real paradise. Clean and nice waters, not much people, a secret place in Rio for you enjoy some chilled time on the sand, or do some surfing.

Saboia Lima

Hidden street in Rio, where you can find 19th century mansions, a part of the Tijuca's jungle and a small river, just 20 minutes walking from the Tijuca neighborhood central area.

Buena Onda

Menu of the day is rich and always include: organic salad, special dish (lasagna, ratatouille, pie), legumes (beans, lentils, chickenpeas), whole grains and organic Buena Onda's bread. A great retreat that feels wholesome!

Edifício Martinelli – Martinelli Building

A place that offers a view in the heights, without charging anything, is the Martinelli Building, considered the first skyscraper in Latin America. From there, you can see the Anhangabaú Valley, the São Bento Monastery, Sé Cathedral, São João avenue and many other places of interest. The building itself also has an amazing architecture and interesting details.

Restaurante Terraço Itália – Itália Building Restaurant

For those who prefer a dinner with a breathtaking view, this is classic that never goes out of style. Featuring Italian food, it's worth to book a reservation in advance.

Edifício Copan – Copan Building

Next to Edifício Itália is another giant from São Paulo: the Copan Building. Designed by Oscar Niemeyer and built in the 1960s, the building has an "S" shape and boasts some of the most expansive views of the city center. Of so majestic and imposing, it gained an own Postal Code by the post office (01066-900).

Restaurante Esther Rooftop – Esther Rooftop Restaurant

Located in the 1930's listed building where chef Olivier Anquier used to live, it's a penthouse in the Republic Square that now houses the Esther Rooftop. With a beautiful view of downtown São Paulo, it has a menu that invites you to try several dishes. It represents the verticalization of the city and is a landmark of modernist architecture, project of Vital Brazil and Adhemar Marinho.

Restaurante Riconcito Peruano - Peruvian Restaurant

Do not let yourself be carried away by the simple atmosphere and medium service of this Peruvian restaurant. The focus in the house is on the seafood and fresh fish with seasoning brought directly from Peru. Raw seafood, marinated in lemon, in the right consistency and served in generous portions at fair prices and in the traditional Peruvian way - not to miss.

Bar Léo - Popular and Traditional Bar

The establishment has gained fame for serving one of the best draft beers in the city. To ensure the taste and creaminess of the collar, the cups undergo a special wash and the barrels are chilled in a cold room, away from the sun and heat. Recently launched a menu of special caipirinhas.

A Casa do Porco - Pork Restaurant

With fresh decor, reminiscent of New York's delicious markets on a street in downtown Sao Paulo, it was designed by chefs Jefferson Rueda (ex-Attimo) and Janaína Rueda (Bar Dona Onça). A mix of bar, restaurant and market, it has windows open to the street in front of their own butchery, and offers takeaway items like the pork sandwich.

Indigenous museum + A delicious gourmet tip

Brazil is split into five different regions - an enormous and party-colored country. Indigenous culture is associated with Central-West region, and this is a chance to discover another part of Brazil in an event. The museum has three different expositions, including one blue tone that is permanent. Museum also has a tiny store to buy local souvenirs, supporting this local target audience.

Carioca da Gema

Bar in old mansion with samba nights and chorinho live, traditional pizzeria and cold beers to enjoy some free time to hango out in good company.

Rio Scenarium Pavilhão da Cultura

Gastrobar full of radios and bohemian themes, with Brazilian samba bands and gafieira nights. Located in a three floors historical mansion, each one of them has a different atmosphere and type of music, with a quirky décor and nice crowd.

Pub Kriok

Nightclub with several types of drinks and wide dance floor to enjoy funk carioca, pop and reggaeton. A place where locals go to dance and enjoy themselves with upbeat music!

Champanharia Ovelha Negra

Specialized house has national and imported selection of champagnes and sparkling wine in chic tavern atmosphere.

CCBB - Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil

Galleries of art, cinema and theater in neoclassical building built in 1906, managed by Banco do Brasil. An historical building in downtown with a special atmosphere.

Museu Nacional de Belas Artes

The Museu Nacional de Belas Artes is an art museum located in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is one of the most important museums of its kind in the country, and one of my pseronal favorites to see classical art.

Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro

The Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro is one of the most important Brazilian theaters. It is located in Cinelândia, in the center of the city of Rio de Janeiro; has a gorgeous architecture and an atmosphere that take us back to the old times.

Bar e Restaurante Os Ximenes

Typical local "bar of the neighborhood", with draft beer, caipirinhas and Brazilian food - including feijoada and delicious Northeastern dishes.

Centro Luiz Gonzaga de Tradições Nordestinas

The Luiz Gonzaga Center for Northeastern Traditions, also known as the São Cristóvão Fair and the Paraiba Fair, is a pavilion that promotes the culture and trade of products from the Northeast. It is located in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Antonio's Bar

You can find cod cakes, pastries and pies with draft beer and well made caipirinhas, in this laidback bar with lively atmosphere.

PARQUE DA LUZ

Unfortunately this beautiful park is a TRAP! Located next to one of our main museums (Pinacoteca) and other lovely places, this is also where we have one of the worst areas in downtown, called "Cracolândia" - which can be translated as "Skid Row", a neighborhood full of homeless people in Los Angeles. Not that you shouldn't go at all, but just be careful.

SACRED ART MUSEUM - Museu de Arte Sacra

This museum is focused on sacred art: featuring a lot of gold and silver pieces, it has a lot of Catholicism History, and an interesting aspect is that they have a lot of different Christmas Cribs too! Actually, here you can find Christmas Cribs from a lot of countries - maybe you'll find one from yours? ;)

TUTTY PIZZAS

This is the best example from a traditional pizza pizza from São Paulo city! There are a lot to be explained about pizzas around here... "Paulistanas" pizzas ("paulistano" means what is genuinily from the city of São Paulo) are very different from pizzas in other places from Brazil and the rest of the world. If you come to SP and don't try a pizza, it's like you didn't visit here at all!

BUTANTAN INSTITUTE - Instituto Butantan

Right on this place, mankind discovered a way to heal people from snake attacks! Yes, right here: a guy wondered why people died from snakes attacks and horses didn't, so he started working by his own to develop a way to save people - and so he did! A very cool spot, and a rare example about where and how Science is made. This area has some museums and a snake/spider/scorpio mini zoo too!

CAPRICORN TROPIC

This lovely park in the northern part of the city in crossed by the Tropic of Capricorn - how cool is that?! Do you know the history about Capricorn line? I will tell you averything about it while we see a lot of animals, such as the Brazilian capivara, fish, birds and much more!

BIG ROCK! - Pedra Grande

From the top of this rock, people can see the whole city! A lovely place to visit on the weekends. If you're lucky, you will see some monkeys screaming from the top of the trees - true nature around you. If you choose go to this place, I will provide brazilian traditional food for us eat up there!

MINHOCÃO

This one is a must go! Inspired by High Line Park in NYC, this viaduct closes on the weekends for cars traffic and open for people to take a stroll, run, walk their pets, skate, roller and even swim (!) on this big area located in downtown SP. According this article, this is the best place to take pictures in São Paulo: http://www.viajenaviagem.com/2015/08/sao-paulo-passeio-domingo-minhocao

PEOPLE'S PARK (PARQUE DO POVO)

This is the best place for you to see how people really live in São Paulo - with so many buildings, people don't have enough room for walking with their dogs, jogging and practicing outdoor activities; so they go to exercise at People's Park, looking to the skyscrapers, with a wonderful view!

THE BRIDGE PICTURE

Do you want a super profile picture ? A really great picture? So, let's go untill this bridge and get a great picture! We must not take too much time there, and after the picture, let's go on a car ride across São Paulo city.

NIGHT TOUR

At night, São Paulo is sleepless.... It is not like a place where everybody are without any worry, THE WHOLE CITY IS ON ALERT STATUS... And it is very beautfull, very tragic, very fragile... And I invite you to take a night tour!

WALKING TOUR - ALTO DE PINHEIROS

The neighborhood named ALTO DE PINHEIROS is close to the famous Vila Madalena area. There are a lot of alleyways fullfilled with walls graphic arts, we can go for a nice walk thru green squares and nice calm streets, downhill untill Vila Madalena Bars and Parties!

FEIRA!

Let's spend a time walking on a FEIRA! It is where most part of people buy vegetables. There are too many food, people waste it on the street floor, wich makes me wonder about all world's problems. There are too much exotic fruits and people, let's hear how the workers sell theis papays, oranges, bananas, canela and them drink some sugar cane juice!

Big Trees

São Paulo is the biggest city in the South hemisphere. It as built over a giant forest. In some places, if we pay atention, we can realise that there is an pen fight for ground... city and trees are competing for each squared inch in this area. It is very beautfull to see the giant trees all over the city!

BRAZILIAN PUBLIC LIBRARY

Why don't we take a time for a ride in some public libraries? From the biggest Biblioteca Mario Mario de Andrade until the small Library from my neighborhood (specialized) in poetry, we will see how this gorvernmet offers cuture to Brazilian People. here is a Library inside Parque Vlla Lobos wich is an unique building in Brazil, our style, let's go!

ESCADÃO DO BIXIGA

This place is lovely! There are a lot things for us to see. A nearby Theatre, several italian restaurants, a famous and traditional Catholic Church, there are a market for ancient stuff... a lot of stuff: toys, trains, military things, let's go for a ride!

SUBWAY

São Paulo subway is clean, fast and we will use it a lot on our rides! Not that cheap, however it is very usefull and it is even beautfull in some stations.

Parque da Cidade

O Parque da Cidade é uma Área de Preservação Ambiental, localizado no alto do Morro da Viração, numa altitude de 270m. Para chegar lá em cima, existe caminho por São Francisco em uma pista pavimentada. Há possibilidade de ir de carro, de moto, de táxi, uber, confesso que é muito mais legal juntar um grupo e subir a pé, leva pouco mais de 40 minutos, dependendo do seu ritmo

Mureta da Urca

Wonderful place to watch the sunset, to have good drinks and eat typical foods from the bars in Rio.

Analemma

Trata-se de um lindo bar decorado totalmente com móveis reciclados. Das 18:30 às 22:00 pode beber um drink e se servir no pequeno banquete do aperitivo por apenas 10€. Acontecem também espetáculos de música ao vivo.

Coqueiros

Coqueiros is a neighborhood at the continental portion of Florianópolis. The whole neighborhood is full of great restaurants of all types, most of them by the sea with a great view of the city. Traffic is light and very easy to access and park. If you can book an AirBNB at this location you will be only 5 minutes away from downtown Florianópolis, around 15 minutos from great beaches and the airport.

L' Antica Pizzeria da Michele

Todo o mundo acha que a pizza vem da Itália, mas estão errados: a pizza vem de Napoli. No resto da Itália, exatamente como no resto do mundo, cada lugar faz a pizza do próprio jeito, às vezes criando variações interessantes, às vezes menos. Em Roma a pizza è geralmente fina e crocante, quase sem borda nenhuma; em proximidade dos pontos mais turísticos, acontece que o recheio deixe a desejar. A legítima pizza napolitana tem uma borda visível mas fofa, e a parte central é fina mas leve, e sem ser crocante. Se você também prefere a pizza napolitana, Michele será sua nova Meca.

Saving Money in Paris

Paris has a lot of museums and some of them are unmissable. However, to visit all can be really expensive, but there is a way to save money and enjoy some of the best options of Paris and region. First, if you have an European passport and under 26 years old you can go free or with a discount: - Musée du Louvre: free under 26 residing in the EU - Château de Versailles: free for visitors under 18 (or under 26 residing in the EU). - Museé d'Orsay: Free entry for those aged 18-25 who are citizens or long-term residents (visa longer than 3 months) of an EU member state. - Centre Pompidou: under the age of 18, admission to the Museum, temporary exhibitions and panoramic view is free and no ticket is needed. - Panthéon: free under 26 EU citizen - Arc de Triomphe: free for visitors under 18 (or under 26 residing in the EU) And every first Sunday of the month, a lot of museums are free: - Musée du Louvre: from October to March - Arc de Triomphe: from November to March - Panthéon: from November to March - Château de Versailles: from November to March - Museé d'Orsay: all year - Centre Pompidou: all year Others examples you can find in the museum's website or https://en.parisinfo.com/discovering-paris/themed-guides/paris-for-free/free-museums-and-monuments-in-paris/free-admission-and-good-deals-in-museums-and-monuments-in-paris

Pegando metrô em Paris

Paris é a cidade com mais acessibilidade de metrô por m². Realmente é possível ir para todos os cantos de metrô. São 14 linhas de metrô (M), 5 linhas de trem (RER) e mais ônibus e trens de superfície. Para andar dentro de Paris, o metrô custa €1,90. Mas se você comprar o pacote de 10 tickets fica por €14,90. Na minha opinião esse pacote vale muito mais a pena que o passe diário de €7,50 (mas claro que tudo depende da sua programação diária). Use o trem (RER) apenas se você for sair da região de Paris. Como ele dá acesso a "região metropolitana" geralmente são mais lotados e a frequência com que passam é menor que a do metrô (a cada 10minutos para o trem e 2-3 minutos para o metrô). Minha dica de aplicativo para se locomover na cidade é o próprio Google Maps. Se você selecionar a opção transporte público ele vai te dar a melhor opção de metrô ou trem para chegar a qualquer lugar. Mas se você não tem internet e gosta de desbravar, nos guichês das estações você consegue o mapa do metrô. Abraços e bem vindo a Paris

Paulista avenue

Paulista avenue today almost didn't remember the aristocracy residential adress it was 100 years ago, but still is a place to see and to be seen. From the time it was a city home for the cofee barons only remained 3 buildings, and now is more democratic that it was a century ago. In its almost 2km lenght, it has the some of the principal museums, 2 green areas, 2 shopping malls and many, many stores, including the biggest brazilian fast fashion brands, which stores in this adress are really big. On Christmas, a beautiful decoration usually takes place, in New Year's Eve a big concert with a 15 minutes firework show celebrates every 31st december the year to come and every sunday, the day closed for (heavy) traffic, many people come and walk in the middle of the street. The best days to visit Paulista avenue is on Sunday and Tuesday, when the museus is free entrance. There is a huge concentration of hotels and restaurants in the surroundings. When you get here, is good to have some cash, because Paulista avenue and the region itself is still a noble adress and the atractions might not be cheap (at least for me).

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