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Important Information Before Going To Brazil
razil has a very diverse * Buy mosquito repellent and sun
culture and a wonderful block when you get there.
climate. Summer starts in
December and ends in February in These are of good quality and are
this South American country. So suitable formulated for the
before going on a trip to Brazil, conditions of the country.
one has to have enough
information on what to bring. * Get Hepatitis shots before
Here are a few tips to help in leaving for Brazil.
deciding in what to prepare for a
trip to this fine country. Hepatitis A, B and C cases are
prevalent in Brazil. Also, always
* Protect your photo equipment wash your hands before eating.
and other equipment sensitive to Use appropriate disinfectants and
humidity. antiseptics.
Humidity is high in Brazil. * Pack light
Sealable plastic bags are also
useful, so make sure to bring Most air carriers have a luggage
some. limit of 20 kilos. Having your
clothes washable and mix-matched
* Bring your medication and for different look is more
prescription. advisable than carrying more
clothes. When not on a business
If you brought some medication, trip, pack casual clothes as most
make sure you declare it at the Brazilians dress casually.
Customs. There are also some
drugs that can be bought from the * Keep copies of all your
chemist without a prescription. important documents.
You may leave copies of these Knowledge of Portuguese can help
with a friend back home, or keep when communicating with the
copies in a separate location locals. English, Spanish, German,
from the originals. You can also French and Italian are also
email the copies to yourself. spoken in tourist areas.
* Bring a pair of sandals * Have valid entry documents.
If the reason for the trip to One's passport should be valid
Brazil is the beaches, then a for at least six months from the
pair of sandals, together with date of entry. Foreign tourists
one's bathing suit and hat is are given a maximum of 180 days
necessary. to stay in 1 year. Renewals for
90 days may be obtained from
* Bring some deodorant and Policia Federal.
perfume.
* Have some cash handy.
One sweats too here and these
essentials are very handy. Major credit cards- MasterCard,
Visa, Amex and Diners - are
* Never leave your belongings accepted, as well as traveler's
unattended. checks. Cash will be needed if
you are going outside the major
If you can settle for disposable cities.
cameras, then, do so.
With these guidelines, one can
* Learn some Portuguese. look forward to having an
enjoyable travel to Brazil.
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