Hotel do Mar, Sao Miguel

Advantages: São Paulo
Disadvantages: São Paulo

...The city of São Paulo officially became a city in 1711. In the 19th century, it experienced a lot of economic prosperity, brought about by coffee exports, which were shipped abroad from the port of the neighbouring city of Santos. It is one of the big 5 cities that exist in the world. It is the business centre of Brazil and, has many of the down sides of any big city: São Paulo is located on a plateau that is part of the Serra do Mar. Although there are no beaches in Sao Paulo there are places along the coast of Sao Paulo State. Rainfall is abundant, especially in the warmer months. One of the biggest financial centers of Brazil and the world. São Paulo is the most ethnically diverse city of Brazil.... Read review

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Advantages: Perfect if you like to walk.
Disadvantages: If you're looking for night life, it will be difficult to find...

...Whether you're a natural walker or a relaxed rambler, Pico is perfect for walking. The island, part of the Azores (which belong to Portugal), has 148 volcanic craters, from gentle slopes to arduous scrambles. The dad is Mount Pico itself; at 2,351 metres, it's Portugal's highest mountain, and it will take you around six hours to climb its steep, crumbly lava slopes. At the top you're rewarded with views of all the islands. It would be impossible to tire of this extraordinary landscape, but one of the biggest attractions on Pico is located underground at Gruta das Torres, a deep 5km-long lava tube, created more than 1,000 years ago. It takes a brave soul - and sturdy boots - to venture into its darkness. A flight to Sao Miguel can be arranged for just under £200 and there're ferry links to Pico from Sao Miguel.... Read review

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Advantages: Many restaurants
Disadvantages: Pollution and traffic

...Sao Paolo is the biggest city in Brazil, but it is not the capital, as many >people think. It is a metropolis with people from different origin, and there >are many Asian descendents too. This blend of origins and cultures makes it an >interesting place in terms of restaurants. Sao Paolo is also the largest >financial centre in South America, still, there are shantytowns and poor >people in the streets. In summer Sao Paolo is better avoided due to the >negative effects of the combination of pollution and heat. For those looking for a worn in Brazil, there are plenty of opportunities as an Englich language teacher. If you hold a qualification it is better, but even if you do not, it should not be difficult to find a position as long as your command of the language is good.... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful