NEWS AND EVENTS
Brazil Launches Fund for the Protection of the Amazon
In efforts to conserve the greatest source of biodiversity and wildlife on the planet, the Brazilian government has launched an international fund aimed at the protection of the Amazon.
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HOLIDAYS
AND CELEBRATIONS

"Independência ou Morte!" - Brazil Celebrates Independence Day September 7th
For the last 186 years Brazil has proudly and passionately celebrated its Independence Day with a distinctively Brazilian festive spirit.
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MONTHLY RECIPE

Recipe: Lomo Saltado
This dish is representative of many Peruvian tastes. It was invented in Lima, combining the native Andean potato,
imported Asian and European ingredients, and the coastal pisco.
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TRAVEL TIPS
While traveling in South America, there are a few things to keep in mind. Check out this section for insider tips from our travel experts.
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FEATURED DESTINATIONS
Florianópolis - A City that Beckons to All
Named “the best place to live in Brazil” by the Brazilian publication VEJA, Florianópolis is a lovely seaside city that will enchant and beckon you to explore its forests, shores and city streets.
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LATIN AMERICA BUSINESS
Ethanol: Sweeter Than It May Seem
Many of us are familiar with the source of table sugar: the sugarcane plant. Almost as soon as Europeans first set foot in the Americas, sugar became a key export back to Europe as people craved for more of its sweetness.
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