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NY Bar Association Client Protravel International Inc ||| nº pax 55 --- 150 1 Protravel International Inc | NY Bar Association GENERAL INFORMATION CLIMATE: Brazil is marked by highly varied climates. It goes from the humidity of the Amazon Region, the dry heat of the Northeastern region and the permanently pleasant warm weather of most of the coastal area, to cool evening temperatures in many parts of the plateau and a temperate climate in the South. The seasons in Brazil, are the opposite way round to the Northern Hemisphere seasons of Europe and the United States. The medium annual temperature is 28°C in the North and 20°C in the South. During the months of May and June, in Rio de Janeiro, the average temperature is 25°C. VISAS & PASSPORTS: An entry visa is not required for holders of passports from European or South American countries. As a matter of reciprocity, a visa is required for those from North America. For further information about the necessary documentation and where visas can be obtained, please consult your local Brazilian embassy. Tourist visas can be renewed for a period of 180 days per year. Passports must be valid for at least six months after the planned date of arrival in Brazil. CURRENCY: The currency in Brazil is the Real (abbreviated to R$). Dollars and traveler's checks can be easily changed in hotels, authorized banks and travel agencies. International credit cards are accepted in most hotels, shops and restaurants, however always notify your bank beforbeforee you travel to avoid your card being blocked when you try to use it in Brazil.Brazil. The exchange rate fluctuates regularly. The American dollar, in the past months, has been around R$ 3,00. TIME ZONES: Brazil covers three time zones. The time in Brasilia is the official time in Brazil, usually 3 hours behind GMT (London). This changes with the start of Summer Time (the clocks go forward an hour). SHOPPING: Brazil offers a great variety of shopping: from boutiques to hippie markets; from precious and semi-precious stones, to creative handicrafts. Shopping centers are open from 10am to 10pm from Monday to Saturday and from 3pm to 9m on Sundays. LANGUAGE: The national language of Brazil is Portuguese. HEALTH: It is recommended to have the vaccination against yellow fever, for tourists that intend to visit the following Brazilian states: Acre, Amazonas, Amapa, Federal District, Goias, Maranhao, Mato Grosso do Sul, Para, Rondonia, Roraima and Tocantins. If you have recently visited a country, which is known to suffer from outbreaks of Yellow Fever, you will need to show that you have been vaccinated against the disease. TIPS: The service charge of 10% is included in the bills in most restaurants and bars. Therefore, additional tips are optional and are usually between 10% and 15% of the bill. For tour guides and drivers, tips are recommended at the client's discretion. CUISINE: The Brazilian cuisine is rich and varied with Portuguese and African influences. The most typical Brazilian dish is the "feijoada": served in big casseroles, it is a stew of black beans with beef and pork. Usually it is served with manioc flour, rice and slices of fresh orange. There is also the famous Brazilian barbecue, usually served in restaurant in a "rodizio" 2 system, where several kinds of grilled meats are brought to the tables on a skewer and cut directly on the plates of the costumers. The food from Bahia has stronger flavors. There is the famous "Vatapa": made with shrimps, fish oil, coconut milk, bread and oil. The national drink is the famous "Caipirinha": made with sugar cane alcohol called cachaca, mixed with lime, sugar and ice. AIRPORT TAXES: International and domestic airport taxes are charged. Most of the time, these taxes are already included in your air ticket. However please verify it is included before departure. CLOTHING: Light clothes and comfortable shoes are recommended. Passengers should take sun glasses, sun block with a high UV rating and swimming clothes. A jacket is recommended as many places have strong air conditioning. ELECTRICITY: The electric current in most of Brazil is 110 V. Many hotels have adaptors if necessary, although it is recommended to bring your own travel adaptors. TELEPHONES: Public telephones accept phone cards that cost around R$ 20,00 (approx. U$9,00) and can be bought at local newspaper stands. Mobile phones: The main providers of GSM 1800 technologies are: TIM Brasil, OI and Claro. The international dialling code for Brazil is 00 + 55. The regional code for Rio de Janeiro is 21. 3 Protravel International Inc | NY Bar Association ABOUT THE DESTINATION SAO PAULO The city and state of São Paulo is the most dynamic economic center in Latin America. Famous for its ethnic diversity and busy lifestyle São Paulo also offers excellent leisure options to enjoy during the day or at night. São Paulo is a city with many attractions ranging from cultural tours to shopping. Another important point is the city's culinary side - São Paulo is recognized as one of the largest and best gastronomic centers of the country. The nightlife is very lively and has a plethora of bar, restaurant, and nightclub options for all tastes. In addition, the city offers excellent hotels and quality services. OPTIONAL TOURS AM PM EVE DAY 1 • Morning City Tour • Afternoon Urban Art Tour DAY 2 • Full Day Coffee Farm Tour • Afternoon Football Museum DAY 3 • Morning Modern Architecture tour • Afternoon Ethnic Tour DAY 4 • Morning Tour Embu das Artes • Afternoon Cultural 4 Day 1 - Wednesday | Oct 14 2015 SAO PAULO Morning City tour On this tour we will travel to the traditional places of São Paulo. The City Tour of São Paulo will take visitors to the historical places of downtown and the financial area of Paulista Ave and the Ibirapuera Park. The tour covers the Pateo do Colegio, birthplace of the city, Sé Cathedral, St. Benedict Monastery, City Hall, Municipal Theater, Liberdade (Japanese District), Paulista Ave, MASP, Trianon and Ibirapuera Park. Duration: approximately 4h from 9AM to 1PM Up to 10 passengers, service will be done in van; 11 passengers and up, in minibus. Includes water in vehicles. Afternoon Urban Art Tour São Paulo urban art scene is vibrant with graffiti artists and Vila Madalena is the best neighborhood in São Paulo to see it. Not only the streets are covered with artistic interventions but several artists expose their works in the many art galleries you find along the streets. Discover this fascinating world in a guided tour of this bustling area. Duration: approximately 4h from 1PM to 5PM Up to 10 passengers service will be done in van; 11 passengers and up in minibus. Includes water in vehicles. Day 2 - Thursday | Oct 15 2015 SAO PAULO Full Day Coffee Farm Tour Depart São Paulo to a farm located 80 miles away, in the region of Campinas, approximately 1½ hours drive. The farm dates from 1798 and it has a w ell preserved museum, beautiful Casa Grande (Main house where the owner used to live) the Senzala (slaves qarters)and Colonia (for the immigrants). In the 20th century it belonged to the Iwasaki family (Mitsubishi Founders) and it was used as a location for a Japanese soap opera about immigration. The guided visit to this beautiful and traditional Coffee Farm will show you the actual day to day life from the nursery to the harvest, roasting and packing. Free time for a stroll in the local store. 5 Lunch and Coffee tasting (included). Price Includes: Bilingual guide and transport in vehicle with air-conditioning, farm entrance fee and a typical meal (Lunch) - drinks to be paid directly by guests. Duration: approximately 8h from 8AM to 4PM Up to 10 passengers, service will be done in van; 11 passengers and up, in minibus. Includes water in vehicles. Afternoon Football Museum As the economical and one of the cultural centers of Brazil São Paulo has much to offer to its visitors from the history of the city to contemporary art and world class museums. One of the best is the Football Museum, located at the Pacaembu Stadium. The interactive exhibit shows the timeline of football and why Brazil is one of the few countries which participated in every World Cup and has the most victories. Duration: approximately 4h from 1PM to 5PM Up to 10 passengers service will be done in van; 11 passengers and up in minibus. Includes water in vehicles. Day 4 - Friday | Oct 16 2015 SAO PAULO Modern Architecture tour World famous Brazilian architects such as Oscar Niemeyer, Vilanova Artigas Lina, Bo Bardi and Paulo Mendes da Rocha among others have left their influence in some of the cities most notable buildings. Some examples of buildings that can be included in this tour are the São Paulo Art Museum (MASP), Copam and Auditório Ibirapuera, and also less known and equally revolutionary buildings such as São Paulo Architecture School (FAU USP), the Brazilian Museum of Sculpture (MuBE), São Paulo Cultural Center (SCSP) and SESC Pompéia!* * The number and order of buildings visited will depend on traffic and time of tour. Duration: approximately 4h from 9AM to 1PM Up to 10 passengers, service will be done in van; 11 passengers and up, in minibus. Includes water in vehicles. 6 Afternoon Ethnic Tour No other city in Brazil has the diversity of ethinic backgrouds as São Paulo does. In this tour you will visit the neighborhoods marked by this migration movement with its buildings, shops and temples typical to every nationality, including: Liberdade, Bexiga, Bom Retiro, Glicério and Villa Inglesa. Duration: approximately 4h from 1PM to 5PM Up to 10 passengers service will be done in van; 11 passengers and up in minibus.