The most cosmopolitan city in the Americas.
Sampa, as it is affectionately known, is Brazil’s largest—and most vibrant—city. Sophisticated and cosmopolitan, it has restaurants for all palates, its fashion and design are fascinating, its nightlife pulsating and its cultural life is highly diverse—and it’s all 24/7! São Paulo never sleeps, it merely pulsates. And not so far from the noisy avenues and headline-grabbing traffic jams several miles long, the hinterland of the state and the coastline make for excellent get-aways. Wake to birdsong and breathe the pure mountain air of the small inland towns, with their hidden waterfalls and well-kept trails. Those who love the feel of sand between their bare toes will enjoy some 700km of coastline, boasting several breathtaking beaches such as Ubatuba, São Sebastião and Ilhabela—with the coastal rainforest (the Mata Atlântica) as the ever-present backdrop.
HIGHLIGHTS
The essence of this experience is sublime and can be enjoyed in an authentic, sustainable and comfortable manner.
- Eat well and try out the cuisine of the entire world in excellent restaurants
- Enjoy the city’s intense cultural pallet, visiting museums, art galleries and theaters
- Spend an afternoon in the Vila Madalena neighborhood, exploring the street art, graffiti, small artisanal boutiques and (so many!) chilled bars.
- Try out countless artisan beers
- Go dancing till daybreak and then begin your day like a true paulistano: with a cafe latte (pingado) and a buttered French roll hot off the griddle (pão na chapa)
- Spend the weekend at the beach to relax, surf, or go sailing
- Visit the art naif of the streets of Morro do Querosene
- Explore Brazil’s African roots with percussions groups such as Ilu Obá De Mim and Maracatu Bloco de Pedra.
- Surround yourself with color and flavors in the Central Market, or in neighborhood street markets
Mi casa, su casa
WHERE TO STAY
EMILIANO
SÃO PAULO. One of São Paulo’s most luxurious hotels, on the upscale Rua Oscar Freire, in the heart of the Jardins neighborhood. Contemporary settings with only three suites per floor: the Emiliano provides exclusive accommodation, comfort and first-rate service. In addition to its renowned Italian restaurant, guests may enjoy Champagne Bar e Caviar, which harmonizes rare sturgeon caviars with champagnes and spumanti.
CATUÇABA RANCH
S. LUÍS DO PARAITINGA. Two hours’ drive from São Paulo, the former ranch occupies 450 hectares, in the midst of rivers, lakes and lush native vegetation. Everything consumed on the ranch is grown organically, including its coffee and cachaça rum. This is part of the concept of providing guests with quality tim” so that they can enjoy their contact with nature and the breath-taking views from the mountaintops.
POUSADA PICINGUABA
UBATUBA. Its nine rooms are sheltered in a small fishing village in Ubatuba, just where the road ends and you have to walk some 250 meters uphill to get there. The aim is to immerse yourself in nature: there is no television, telephone or Internet access in the rooms. Don’t worry, though: the landscape won’t allow you to miss these mundane things!
DPNY BEACH HOTEL
ILHA BELA. Rated Best Beach Hotel in South America by Condé Nast—and no wonder! Facing Praia do Curral, its bungalows scattered around the sand and its bar service ensure an excellent day’s rest. Breakfast is served in a room with glass walls so you can enjoy the amazing view of the beach. In the evening, dine by candle-light with your toes in the sand, to the sound of the sea.
Stop going around the bush
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