Brazil offers a wide range of accommodations. In the large cities there are modern high-rise hotels as well as apartment hotels (or rental flats for you Brits) known in Brazil as apart-hotels. The apart-hotels are often a better deal than regular hotel rooms, offering both cheaper rates and more space: a separate living room, bedroom, and kitchen.

Rio de Janeiro lacks little in choice when it comes to food - you can probably find something to fit any craving. Restaurants tend to be expensive, although a reasonable deal can be had at lunch, often in an informal eatery as a botequim or a lanchonete. A good approach to local food is "comida a kilo" - buffet style restaurants where you pay by the weight of the food on your plate.

You've come to the right place. There are lots of things the Brazilians do well, but partying is right at the top of the list. Carnaval might be an annual affair but there's always something going on and it's usually loud, lively and lots of fun. If you're looking for a good time in Brazil just follow the music.

Being the largest country in South America, and it’s geographical proximity to the United States, as well as their trade agreement with North America, makes speaking English a very important asset for Brazilian citizens. Brazil is naturally a major destination for those looking to teach English in a foreign country, and this will be an enriching experience.