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Santa Catarina

Santa Catarina is the perfect destination for anyone who wants to take a trip to Brazil. The state has countless beaches, trails and nature activities, as well as great cuisine and nightlife in its main cities.

Most of the posts in this category are about Florianópolis, as that's where I lived for most of my life. I already wrote about where to stay in Magic Island (and trust me, staying in the wrong place can make your trip a lot more difficult), just like a 2-day itinerary for those who want to enjoy a weekend or holiday to get to know Floripa. Don't forget to also read about the main beaches in the region.

If you have more time on your trip, I also recommend doing some day trips or even spending two or three days in other places in the state. Balneário Camboriú is perfect for visiting during the day and enjoying the clubs and restaurants at night, and I have also published a quick itinerary around the city.

You can also enjoy shopping! The state has two outlets close to the capital, the Porto Belo Outlet Premium (which I already showed my impressions in this post) and the Fashion Outlet, with premium brands such as Farm, Bo.Bô, Calvin Klein and Animale. For bikinis and lingerie, it's also worth visiting Ilhota, and Brusque is a mandatory stop for anyone who wants to make some finds.

It is worth remembering that Santa Catarina is also home to the largest theme park in Latin America, Beto Carreiro. I've been a few times and I recommend visiting, however Read this post to find out what awaits you if you go in the summer. 

Finally, my recommendation is that you rent a car to explore the state. Public transport works, but it doesn't have the best times and it's difficult to take more than one trip a day. With your own vehicle, you can create your own itinerary and get to do some cool twists and turns! For rentals, I recommend Rentcars, a super reliable partner company of the blog, which also offers the lowest prices from the best operators on the market! 

Schooner ride in Florianópolis passing by Baía dos Golfinhos

By Alyssa Prado Updated 20 January 2017 Categories Florianópolis

Anyone who loves history and beautiful landscapes will love the schooner ride through Florianópolis! The itinerary starts at Baía dos Golfinhos, passes by ancient fortresses and ends with a dive in the deep sea!

Why I don't recommend visiting Beto Carrero in the summer

By Alyssa Prado Updated December 16, 2024 Categories Santa Catarina

Everyone already knows that the queues are very long in December and January. Discover the other reasons that make me not recommend visiting Beto Carrero in the summer.

Discover what to do in Florianópolis in winter and see why this is one of the best seasons to visit the city!

Florianópolis in Winter – Everything you need to know

By Alyssa Prado Updated December 16, 2024 Categories Florianópolis

Considering visiting Magic Island in the cold and not sure if it's a good idea? So check out 6 reasons why you should visit Floripa in winter and start preparing your suitcase!

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        • São Paulo
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