Visiting Bonito, Brazil: Where EcoTourism Meets Responsible Travel
As soon as you arrive in Bonito, you are greeted with a backdrop of sprawling green mountains. The town’s name in Portuguese means, “pretty” or “handsome,” but can also be applied to anything that looks agreeable. And the town does not disappoint! The cobblestone streets in the village center are charming, and nearly every shop, […]
3 Cultural Festivals You Will Only Find in Brazil
What better opportunity to experience the culture of a destination, than to visit a local festival during your travels? If you are planning on visiting Brazil, and would like to enjoy a bit of music, learning and culture along with sightseeing, we recommend three very Brazilian festivals for you in popular destinations! Festival Folclórico de […]
Visiting Lapinha da Serra in Minas Gerais
Lapinha da Serra is a small village at the foot of Pico da Lapinha, one of the highest peaks of Serra do Cipó, a beautiful mountainous region, about 150km from Belo Horizonte, capital of Minas Gerais. If you decide to go by bus, the company Saritur has some options to go to Santana do Riacho, […]
48 hours on Ilha Grande in Brazil
Ilha Grande is a great getaway on the coast of Rio de Janeiro, and is just a 3 hour trip from the capital city. To get there, you will need to catch a van or bus to Conceição do Jacareí or Angra dos Reis, and from there a ferry or fast boat to the island, […]
Viare Travel’s New Visual Identity
Have you noticed our new look yet? We have a new logo! When Viare was born, our idea was to bring responsible travel providers from across the globe, to one online platform that sold travel experiences around the world. But it didn’t take long for us to realize that Brazil alone, had so many incredible […]
What to do in Teresópolis, the Mountaintop Getaway in Rio de Janeiro
Are you traveling to Rio de Janeiro and would like to get away from the bustling city’s beaches for a few days? Love the mountains, craft beer and good food? Then this is the destination for you! Teresópolis is a small town that is super welcoming. It’s in the mountainous part of the state, 95 […]