| If there's one thing in life guaranteed to get my | | | | season between December to February. During this |
| heart pumping with anticipation, it's getting prepared | | | | period, accommodation and transport are harder to |
| for my cheap holidays to Brazil. | | | | come by, which drives up the prices. Steering clear of |
| Brazil is the largest country in South America and | | | | this summer season will not only make your holiday |
| without question one of the most glorious | | | | to Brazil cheaper, it will also be more comfortable, as |
| destinations on Earth. There are lots of exciting | | | | there will be fewer tourists clogging up the place and |
| places to visit and loads to do during your holiday, so | | | | the weather won't be as hot and sticky. |
| there is definitely something for everyone to enjoy. | | | | You can save the most money by staying in |
| A party atmosphere practically envelops you from | | | | dirt-cheap hotels (known as dormitories), but these |
| the moment you arrive there, and the great thing is | | | | are extremely basic and not very safe. A much more |
| it doesn't have to be expensive. | | | | preferable option is to stay in a youth hostel |
| The weather in Brazil is sunny all year round, and you | | | | (albergue de juventude). They cost a bit more but |
| can bask in the sunshine by relaxing on one of the | | | | are worth the extra. There are plenty of them |
| Brazil's beautiful beaches. Or, if you're a soccer nut | | | | around, and they are well run, which means your |
| like me, you can always have a kick about with the | | | | possessions are less likely to take a walk. Another |
| locals on the beach (as long as you don't mind being | | | | step up would be to find a cheapish, small hotel |
| shown up a little). | | | | (pousada). Which of these options you choose will |
| If you prefer exploring, there are fantastic National | | | | come down to the level of comfort you're happy |
| Parks where you can venture in the more wild | | | | with. Just take your time and shop around. |
| terrain. One thing I definitely recommend you check | | | | It's also wise to make sure that the flights to your |
| out is the mighty Iguazu Falls. It's a sight you won't | | | | Brazil holidays are booked well in advance. Booking |
| forget in hurry. Other joys to sample can be found in | | | | them at least three months in advance, rather than |
| wonderful Rio de Janeiro, where you'll come face to | | | | the last minute, will save you a lot of money. |
| face with Brazil nightlife at it's throbbing best, and find | | | | So get planning that cheap holiday to Brazil now! |
| first-class good-value restaurants. | | | | Trust me, you won't regret it. And who knows, you |
| The secret to having a cheap holiday in Brazil is too | | | | might even spot me when you're there. I'll be the |
| try and avoid going there during the busy summer | | | | one with the massive grin on my face. |