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Brazil Hotels and Resorts - Everything in Brazil seems larger than life. It has the world's wildest party, its greatest waterfall, its biggest wetlands, its mightiest river and its largest rain forest (and one of the most unique and diverse cultures on the planet). For travelers, Brazil's sheer size and variety can be overwhelming. Brazil's problems -- poverty, crime, environmental recklessness -- can seem larger than life, too. Although it is one of the industrial powerhouses of South America, Brazil has trouble feeding all its people. And deforestation of the Amazon basin proceeds at an ominous rate. But in fits and starts, the country is taking on some of its seemingly insoluble problems. Most noticeably, improvement is being made in the dangerous crime situation in Rio: A special branch of "tourist police" now keeps tourist sites -- particularly the beaches of Zona Sul -- relatively safe.

We recommend that you try to venture beyond the thousands of miles of beach to explore Brazil's other remarkable attractions: the traditional Afro-Brazilian culture of Salvador, the colonial towns of Ouro Preto, Sao Luis, Parati and Olinda or the wetlands of the Pantanal, one of the best wildlife preserves in South America. Rio might draw you to Brazil the first time, but the country's unexplored corners and breadth of attractions will make you want to go back.

Sheraton Rio Hotel and Towers Rio de Janeiro Brazil Av. Niemeyer, 121 - Rio de Janeiro, RJ 22450-220 - Brasil Hotel Rating: Reserve Inquire View Rates

The Sheraton Rio is the only urban resort in the marvelous city, with six thousand square meters of relaxation and direct access to the beach. The hotel, located in Leblon, offers a paradise atmosphere as well as easy access to the best recreational, cultural and commercial areas in Rio.

ACCOMMODATION: The Sheraton Rio has 559 units, including 61 suites. All of them have balconies, ocean views, air conditioning, mini-bars, cable TVs, telephones with voice mail and private safes. There are rooms for the handicapped, with lower beds, hand rails, lowered door peepers, and ramps between the bedroom and bathroom. Eight floors of the building are dedicated to non-smokers. HOTEL FACILITIES & SERVICES: Travel Agency, Money Exchange, Hair and Beauty Salon, Shops, Jewelry Store, Counter for arranging outings, Business Center, Cleaners, Medical Services, Covered Parking, Car Attendant, Car Service, Grayline - sight seeing in Rio de Janeiro. Shuttle: transportation to Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Botafogo and Shopping Rio Sul. The Sheraton Rio has two tennis courts and a multi-use court, all with lighting and dazzling views of the ocean. They can be used by hotel guests or rented by the local public. MEETINGS & EVENTS: The Sheraton Rio offers 15 halls, with different sizes and structures. They are appropriate for business meetings, speeches and conferences and even social events, as parties and weddings. DINING & BARS: With a dazzling view, the Mirador offers complete breakfast, aside from a la carte options and a varied buffet for lunch and dinner. On Sundays, the restaurant holds a sophisticated brunch with live music. The Sheraton Rio Hotel and Towers offer three restaurants and two bars with special views, pleasing all tastes and desired types of meals. There are executive buffets to romantic dinners by the sea shore; from the traditional feijoada, served Saturdays, to the sophisticated Sunday brunch. À la Carte restaurant with ocean view, The Casarão is the best option for selected meats and grilled fish. The Casa da Cachaça also has a cozy, closed atmosphere with an amazing view. A traditional Sheraton Carioca Feijoada is served Saturdays in the Salão Carioca, between the sea and the mountains, livened up by a samba and chorinho show.