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December 1, 2008
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Brazil BlogBrazil Talk!Living in Brasilia- Zona Sul
Filed under: Ask Us - September 2nd, 2006 Your Question: I would like to know about the prices of flats (with two bedrooms) in Asa Sul. Is it possible to get a comfortable flat at 400 US dollars per month in that neighbourhood? How much does a two-persons family need per month to live comfortably in Brasilia? Our Reply: The best idea for you would be to look up houses, or apartments on the internet. It is very possible to find a comfortable flat for $400 US per month. The problem is that a lot of people assume if you are a tourist you are able and willing to spend a lot more on a flat. During my search I found places ranging from $900 to $1200 Reals. If you search on the English sites you will probably find that the price will go from $1500 - $2000 per month because they are hoping to get tourists. I found it difficult to find a lot of rental units in Brasilia, Zona Sul, but I know that there are places to rent for $400 US per month. Question #2 How much does a two-person family need per month to live comfortably in Brasilia? As usual there are ongoing monthly expenses such as rent, hydro, water and food. Rent approximately $1000 Reals per month, hydro approximately $60 Reals per month, water approximately $50 Reals per month, and food, depending on how much you eat could be anywhere from $300- $500 Reals per month. So, all of these totals to $1410 - $1610 Reals per month. Of course there will also be other expenses such as going out, clothing, car and insurance if you desire, travel, and more. If you are looking for a rough estimate for a comfortable stay in Brazil I would say for a 2 person family be prepared to spend about $2500 Reals total for the two of you per month. Seashells on Copacabana
Filed under: Ask Us - September 2nd, 2006 Your Question: Our Reply: Thanks for your question. I hope you are able to travel to Brazil and find some beautiful shells. Calling UK from Brazil
Filed under: Ask Us - June 5th, 2006 Your Question: How much does it cost to call England from Rio. Hotels usually cost a fortune , but what about my mobile phone or a public telephone. Our Reply: Unfortunately calling anywhere while in Brazil is quite expensive. I have yet to call to the UK, but I have called to North America and it was approximately $3 reals per minute. Brazil has a very poor telephone system in their country. Even to call within Brazil is very expensive. In order to call within the country, it is easiest to buy phone cards from local vendors. Each phone card will vary in the amount of unidades(units) it contains. When calling within the city of destination it is relatively cheap using phone cards. When calling from city to city, these unidades will be used up quite quick. I found cards of 60 unidades for approximately $7 reals. This number of 60 is not minutes. Depending where you are calling will decide how fast these unidades are used up. It is possible to use these card to phone to the United Kingdom, but I would advise against it as it is probably a very expensive way. If you are looking to call, what I do recommend that I found as the cheapest way is by using the computer and looking for computers with skype. This is a program that allows you to use a head set of a computer and call to a telephone. If you sign up now, and put a credit on your account, all you will have to do is find a computer with skype, and call. Other ways would be to go through a company such as VIVA. In Brazil, there are places that offer international calls for about $1 real per minute. Hope this helps! If you have any more questions, don’t hesitate to ask:) When’s A Good Time to Visit Brazil in 2007, During Carnival?
Filed under: Ask Us - May 25th, 2006 Your Question: I’m looking to travel to Brazil with some friends in 2007 I’m trying to find out when is the carnival or when is the best time to go? I’m from California so yes I’m from America I’ve always heard Brazilian woman are very beautiful is this true? Thanks that’s all the questions I can think of right now I’m just trying to see when to go down there I wanna stay for at least a week and its 4 of us going so I was thinking about just getting a suite to save money any ideas on what to do out there please share thanks hope to hear from you soon! Our Reply: Carnival is a great time to visit Brazil - if you like to party! During the Carnival Brazil comes alive with street parades, live music, and dancing. This celebration lasts for 4 days and is held throughout all cities in Brazil, however the most famous is the Rio Carnival. In 2007 the Carnival will be held from February 16th through to the 21st. If you’re on a budget then you may be a little shocked at the prices of lodging during the Carnival. Because this is a world famous celebration people come to Brazil from all over and fill up all the hotels and apartments, this causes prices to skyrocket! Therefore your idea about sharing a place with 4 friends is an excellent one; you’re also advised to book early while there are still vacancies available. Below I’ve posted a few links to web pages where you can book apartments or hotels: Brazil Hotels Other than Carnival, another great time to visit is during our summer. Our summer begins in November and lasts through to April. During these months the weather is extremely hot, with many days averaging 104F and nights averaging 77F. If you’re only going to stay a week then I’d recommend staying in Rio de Janeiro. PS: And yes, Brazilian women are very beautiful! I think you’ll very much enjoy the women and the beach attire that’s very popular down here For more AskUs Questions & Answers, click AskUs Weblog. Arvore da Vida Editorial and The Church in Sao Paulo
Filed under: Ask Us - May 10th, 2006 Your question: Our Reply: Here are some websites for Árvore da Vida Editorial: Bellow you will find some websites for The Church in Sao Paulo: Cities In Brazil thanks you for your question. Tour Packages and Tourism on your own in Rio!
Filed under: Ask Us - April 11th, 2006 Your Question: We have been on some web sites and there seems to be lots of agents who organize trips in Rio de Janeiro. My wife and I want to got to Sugar loaf, Christ the Redeemer, Botanical gardens, Maracanã for 4 football matches (Vasco v Flamenco 28 Oct, Botafogo v Fluminense 4 Nov, Flamenco v Santa Cruz Nov 2, and Flamenco v Atlético Nov 5), horse racing and maybe a boat trip round Rio harbour. Iis it better to contact these agents to organize a package for all the trips before we get there or organize them locally on our arrival? Any idea what the cost of the above trips would work out at? Our Reply: It is better to contact these agents when you get in Rio. There are many agents doing this kind of work in Rio. You will receive many folders with tour packages when you are sitting on the beach in Rio. Being here, you will be able to see pictures of all these tours and you will also be able to deal with the agents in person. There are many different kinds of packages tours, and you will easily find a different thing to do in Rio every day. Here is one example of how much things may cost and what these tour packages look like. The prices are related to April 2006, so it may be different by the time you get in Rio in October. Tours Packages (Options and Prices): This is only one example of what you will find in Rio de Janeiro regarding tours package. Option1: Statue of Christ - $25.00 US (each person) - 4 hours tour Option2: Sugar Loaf Mountain $30.00US (each person) - 4 hours tour Option3: A Day in Rio de Janeiro - $60.00US (each person) – 9 hours tour Option 4: A Night in Rio de Janeiro - $120 (each person) – 4 hours tour Option 5: Búzios - Cabo Frio - Angra dos Reis (Nearby Cities) from $40.00US to $80.00US – 10 hours tour. Option 6: Soccer Matches (big groups) with a Tour Guide: $25.00US (each). Price includes: pick up from your hotel, soccer game in Maracanã Stadium, and return to your hotel. 4 hour Tour. How much would that cost to do on your own? Here are the prices you will pay to get into these attractions. The additional costs on going on your own would be the costs of a tax ride, a bus, or subway. Soccer Matches on your own: Prices will vary from $9.00US (general bleachers) to $20.00 US (chair sits) – away from the crowd. Sugar Loaf Mountain – $ 17.00US (each) Statue of Christ Train – $ 16.00US (each) Regarding a horse racing, you would want to check the Jockey Club’s Page when you are in Rio. Horse racings do not happen every day, so it is important that you check their schedule. The Jockey Club is located between two other tourist attractions, the Rodrigo de Freitas Lake and the Botanical Gardens. Getting there is easy, and any taxi driver or a bus would be able to get you there safely. If you have any further questions, just write to us and we will try to help you to answer them. Planning your trip far in advance will make you have an awesome time in Rio. Cities In Brazil thanks you for your question Airport/Hotel Tranfers in Brazil
Filed under: Ask Us - April 6th, 2006 Your Question: HI, I’m visiting Rio in September and also going to the Iguaçu Falls. I haven’t arranged a transfer to the airport at Rio from my hotel or from the airport at Iguaçu to my hotel. Will it be easy to arrange outbound and inbound when I get to Brazil? Thanks Our Reply: Brazil has become very popular in the last couple years, so the cities are now prepared to receive tourists. You shouldn’t have a problem getting into your hotel, or into the airport. In Brazil there are many taxi rides available in the big airports such as the one you are going go to in Rio and Foz do Iguaçu. Now, if you don’t want to deal with finding a taxi once you are here, you can just ask your hotel to arrange that for you. Same thing to go from your hotel to the airport, just ask the front desk, and they will easily arrange a ride for you. Some hotels might even provide free airport shuttle services, and even private car transfer. Good luck and write to us if you have any further questions. Helicopter Rides from Sugar Loaf, Price, Availability
Filed under: Ask Us - April 6th, 2006 Rio has many companies that offer helicopter rides. Each company offer different routes, with different lengths. The prices will vary from one company to the other depending on how long and how many places you would like to visit in Rio de Janeiro. What you will normally find is a 30 minute ride for approximately 200U$ per person. Bellow you will find some links to help you find a company that best fits your needs. Through their webpage you can try to get a good deal, dealing directly with them. Good lucky and enjoy your sightseeing in Rio. Wata Company Cities in Brazil thanks you for your question Dress Code in Rio de Janeiro
Filed under: Ask Us - April 6th, 2006 Your Question: I like to wear shorts and t shirts when on holiday. Are there any places in Rio’s Hotels, clubs or bars that enforce a dress code (long trousers). Our Answer: If you are going out to a bar/club in Rio you will not be allowed to enter if you have shorts or sandals on. You need to be dressed sport casual, otherwise they will not let you in. In Hotels, you can wear shorts and t-shirts, as long as you feel comfortable with what people use there. Different hotels, clubs and bars have ifferent dress codes, so some of them can enforce you to wear nicer clothes, but that is very unusual. As long as you have your jeans and t-shirt on you should be fine. You may want to write to your specific hotel and ask them what their dress code is. Cities in Brazil thanks you for your question. AskUs Summary, January to March 2006
Filed under: Ask Us - March 31st, 2006 Every three months we like to summarize all the AskUs questions we receive so you can find them all in one place. Below you will find all the AskUs questions we have received between January & March 2006. If you would like to receive a similar summary by email, as well as a chance to win a Cities in Brazil t-shirt and enjoy access to our free Brazil eBooks, subscribe to our free newsletter! Click Here: Cities in Brazil Newsletter Subscription
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