Brazil
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EU and UK citizens can enter Brazil visa-free for up to 90 days. Travellers from the US, Canada and Australia need an e-visa, which is applied for online before departure. Rules have changed several times in recent years, so confirm current requirements with the Brazilian consulate before booking.

It depends which part of Brazil you are visiting, as the country spans several climates. For Rio and the southeast, December to March is hot beach season and includes Carnival, while May to September is drier and milder. The Amazon is wettest between December and May, and the Pantanal is best for wildlife in the dry season from July to October.

Brazil requires more street awareness than most destinations, but millions of visitors travel there each year without incident. Stick to well-populated areas, avoid displaying phones or jewellery in the street, and use ride-hailing apps rather than walking at night. Neighbourhood matters enormously, so ask your hotel which areas to avoid.

Brazil uses the Brazilian Real (BRL), written as R$. Cards are accepted very widely, even by beach vendors, and the domestic Pix instant transfer system is ubiquitous among locals. Carry modest cash for markets and small towns.

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