Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Rio De Janeiro Beaches Aren't Only About Copacabana And Ipanema

By Mauricio Carvalho


Hidden from the reputation of Copacabana and Ipanema, Praia Vermelha (Red Beach) is a stunning spot with steeply sloped sands. This beach intrigues its guests with its tropical, luxuriant and unexpected glamour.

Encompassed by coconut and bamboo trees, this spot is simply another fabulous haven of peace and calm in Rio de Janeiro that is endowed with cacti, orchids, bromeliads and grassy bushes.

The red beach is situated nearby the Morro da Urca, located in the mountains just over. From here it is possible to reach Sugar Loaf by cable car which is a definite must see tourist attraction.

Sugar Loaf Mountain (Po de Aucar), rises 1,300ft above sea-level offering you a spectacular panoramic perspective of Rio's stunning beauty including Copacabana. With high perching rocks situated between wonderful bays and dazzling beaches on one side and abruptly soaring mountains from the water in opposition, this spot is perfect for romantic excursions and spectacular pictures.

Zealous surfers may additionally find red beach an exciting destination for its hollow and quick waves. Specially the left side of the beach, also called Saquinho, is a wonderful spot for both rookies and pros.

Your journey to this Rio de Janeiro beach can be a excuse to partake in a rock hiking session. Never attempted it before? Do not fret! There are specialists that will take you on this awesome excursion. Of course you ought to be fit and in great form for this activity.

When staying in Rio de Janeiro, you will have several selections for accommodations amongst hotels and flats and also low budget hostel vacation rentals. Dependent on on how many individuals are in your party, your duration of stay, finances and personalized preferences, your alternatives will be divided amongst those 3 choices.

If determining in between hotels or apartments, in our judgment, apartment rentals are the decision to make especially in Ipanema and Copacabana. With rio apartment rentals, you can select from low budget one bedrooms to luxurious penthouses on the beach. Your possibilities are numerous and the convenience level significantly outweighs the advantages of rio hotels.




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